Overview
Beyond The Diorama: Caribou World is a unique, free-to-play interactive XR experience developed by USC students. Funded by the USC Wicked Problems Practicum and created in partnership with the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, this project utilizes emerging technology to shed light on the critical threat climate change poses to caribou and their fragile habitats. Supervised by Professors Robert Hernandez (JOVRNALISM) and Vangelis Lympouridis (USC Games), a diverse team of students from engineering, journalism, and game design collaborated to bring this important environmental message to life.
Highlights
- This free-to-play title offers an immersive 3D experience, focusing on educational and experimental gameplay.
- Developed by USC students as part of the Wicked Problems Practicum, it highlights the impact of climate change on caribou.
- The experience leverages emerging XR technology, making it a realistic and engaging simulation.
Who It's For
This game is ideal for players interested in environmental issues, climate change awareness, and educational experiences. It's also suited for those who enjoy immersive simulations and experimental 3D applications, particularly those with an interest in VR technology. Given its educational focus and lack of mature content, it's also suitable for families.
Game Info
Beyond The Diorama: Caribou World was released on January 19, 2021. It supports multiplayer and is available in English. The game is categorized as Casual, Experimental, and Educational, with a strong emphasis on Realistic and Immersive Sim elements. It is developed and published by Jovrnalism. The experience aims to illustrate the positive feedback loop of carbon emissions caused by melting permafrost and its devastating effects on caribou populations.
