EPISODE · Nov 16, 2023 · 1H 10M
Don Carson: Ex-Imagineer Shares how Walt Disney's Commandments to Make Better VR Experiences
from The VR Report · host daveraves
David Gene Oh interviews Ex-Imagineer Don Carson discussing how Walt Disney's design principles influenced his work on VR games, specifically Walkabout Mini Golf. Don emphasizes the importance of storytelling and creating immersive environments that engage players. Highlights - 💡 Theme parks and VR games share similar design principles, such as creating a sense of story and engaging the audience. - 💡 Props and set design play a crucial role in building immersive environments and adding depth to the player's experience. - 💡 Walkabout mini golf offers a unique multiplayer experience that encourages human interaction and conversation. - 💡 Designing courses based on movies, like Labyrinth, involves breaking down key scenes into individual holes and creating a sense of discovery as players progress through the course.
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David Gene Oh interviews Ex-Imagineer Don Carson discussing how Walt Disney's design principles influenced his work on VR games, specifically Walkabout Mini Golf. Don emphasizes the importance of storytelling and creating immersive environments that engage players. Highlights - 💡 Theme parks and VR games share similar design principles, such as creating a sense of story and engaging the audience. - 💡 Props and set design play a crucial role in building immersive environments and adding depth to the player's experience. - 💡 Walkabout mini golf offers a unique multiplayer experience that encourages human interaction and conversation. - 💡 Designing courses based on movies, like Labyrinth, involves breaking down key scenes into individual holes and creating a sense of discovery as players progress through the course.
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