VR Game Design Basics
A COURSE FOR STUDENTS OR PROFESSIONALS CONSIDERING MAKING THEIR FIRST VIRTUAL REALITY APPLICATION
WHAT: We will take an in-depth look at what makes a good VR game, and put it to use in your game or a standard solution we'll build together.
WHO: Students with a basic understanding of game design, yet want to make something they are proud of.
CLASS TYPE: 2 to 6 virtual students, LIVE teacher
Course Price
$300
Course length
6 hours
Certification
Yes
About the Course
A more intensive Unity class than the Game Development calls especially for people considering switching careers, or who are currently working on a degree.
The goal is to focus on the overall architectural systems of Unity, and then release you for a "capstone" project work time with a live instructor on the call with them
Why Take This Course?
Great for those serious about making their first experience
Curriculum
Movement, HUD, Haptics/Sound, Attention Span
1. VR Motion Sickness -- what is it, what causes it, the science of VR Sickness
2. Current state of Movement mechanics -- exploring different uses of movement mechanics, what works and what doesn't (Windlands 2, Half-Life Alyx, Gorn, etc)
3. HUD -- how to communicate with your player without traditional HUD?
4. Haptics and Sound -- how to immerse your player, and why that is more important in VR than standard game design
5. Attention Span -- average play time in VR, replayability, and overwhelming a player
6. Other considerations to making comfortable experiences in VR -- Framerate, overheating headsets, etc.
7. Game Demos
What do I need to know
Pre-Requisites
There are no pre-reqs for this course, however, this is the perfect secondary course after completely the intro to game development
Core Info
Location:
Online Virtual Remote via the CGAplatform (see email for link or contact us at CGA@mxtreality.com)
Onsite:
Owing to COVID, this course may be available on-site. Please contact us for more info by email CGA@mxtreality.com
Duration:
Weekly Course
Monday Through Friday – 10am to 4pm PST