The project involved multiple prototype test cases to examine VRS mechanics, focusing on how superimposition of real and virtual spaces impact player experience, interaction, and movement in real-world spaces. These prototypes provided key insights into navigation, engagement, and social dynamics, which directly informed the development of the final game: „Spacecraft – A New Way Home“. Building on previous research, Spacecraft is a cooperative VRS adventure for 2-4 players. The game transforms the player’s home into a spaceship, with interactive units that must be strategically placed and connected. Players navigate challenges through three narrative acts: • Ship Setup: Learning to manage energy, engines, and steering. • Space Exploration: Discovering resources and encountering external threats. • Crisis & Resolution: Defending the spaceship from an external attack, requiring intense teamwork. This project highlights the potential of VRS to create immersive, movement-driven, and socially engaging gaming experiences. By superimposing virtual content onto real-world structures, VRS facilitates intuitive navigation, enhances storytelling, and fosters player collaboration. Additionally, the game’s psychological impact was evident—players developed a strong connection to their home environment, which felt worth protecting within the narrative.

Exhibitions

Fantoche (Baden, September 2022)
REFRESH #4 (Zürich, Juni 2021)