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VR Game Development Masterclass
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In this episode of the Product of Play podcast, host Curtis Schmidt delves into virtual reality game development with Ray McCaffrey, Chief Development Officer at Steel Wool Games, the studio behind Five Nights at Freddy's: Help Wanted 1 &2. McCaffrey shares insights on the unique challenges of VR game design, the importance of player feedback, and the influence of first-party hardware companies. They explore the balance between graphical fidelity and gameplay mechanics, as well as the future of VR, AR, and XR technologies in gaming. Tune in to uncover the strategies that bring immersive VR experiences to life.
00:00 Introduction to VR Game Development
00:03 Meet Ray McCaffrey from Steel Wool Games
01:51 Challenges in VR Game Design
03:25 Designing Intuitive VR Interactions
07:15 Balancing Narrative and Gameplay in VR
09:04 Player Feedback and Community Engagement
10:40 Influence of First Party Companies
13:16 Challenges to VR Mass Adoption
25:37 Technical Considerations for VR Comfort
29:20 Future of VR and Final Thoughts
30:51 Conclusion and Farewell
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