[T19] - Green Peaks

Inspiration

"Green Peaks" draws inspiration from the rapid deterioration of our planet’s ecosystems. We wanted to highlight real-world environmental issues such as forest pollution, ocean plastic contamination, and species extinction. Our goal is to increase players' awareness of environmental issues and inspire them to protect nature through an interactive VR experience.

What it does

The game guides players through challenging climbing courses in a VR environment. At each stage, players confront various environmental problems and undertake tasks to address them. Tasks include cleaning forests, purifying oceans, and protecting endangered species, with the aim of making significant strides in environmental preservation.

How we built it

The game was developed for Meta Quest 3 using Unreal Engine. Detailed 3D modeling and environment design were employed to create a realistic and engaging experience. Graphics and sound effects were optimized to effectively convey environmental issues to players. Additionally, a user-friendly interface was designed to help players track their tasks and interact with the game.

Challenges we ran into

Key challenges included creating realistic and impactful environment designs and presenting them effectively in VR. Integrating informative content to help players understand environmental issues was another challenge. Performance optimization and ensuring VR control mechanisms worked seamlessly were also significant issues.

Accomplishments that we're proud of

Our greatest achievement is raising players' awareness of environmental issues while providing an enjoyable and educational experience. By using VR technology, we enabled players to interact with nature and contribute to its protection. We were also able to effectively reflect real-world environmental issues and increase players' consciousness about these topics.

What we learned

Through the development process, we learned how effective VR technology can be in environmental education. We observed that players better understand and become more sensitive to environmental issues through an interactive experience. We also realized the importance of detailed planning and continuous testing to create an effective experience.

What's next for Green Peaks

In future versions of "Green Peaks," we plan to add new stages featuring additional environmental issues and solutions. We aim to improve game dynamics and educational content based on player feedback. Looking ahead, we will work on bringing the game to other platforms to reach a wider audience. Additionally, we plan to collaborate with real-world environmental projects to enhance the game's social impact.