Play, Watch, Listen 145. Zoom of Theseus
Feb 6, 2024
The speakers discuss challenges of designing VR games, explore possibilities of VR development, analyze movie 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button', talk about influence of nostalgia on spending habits, discuss collaborations between Pokemon and luxury brands, reflect on nostalgia surrounding Pokemon, and explore nostalgia, sensitivity, and the myth of the past.
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Design Challenges of VR Games
- Designing for VR demands a fresh interaction language distinct from traditional gaming controls.
- The physicality of VR gameplay changes what mechanics remain fun over time.
Chronos VR Game Anecdote
- Speaker 0 enjoys Chronos, a VR game with fixed camera gameplay that creates an intimidating, visceral experience.
- The game features 'weeping angel' mechanics where statues move only when not observed by the player, unique to VR.
Immersive Sims as Quality Standard
- Most gamers value immersive sim elements more than other genres for player expression and quality.
- Immersive sims offer unique quest outcomes that deeply enhance player experience.