A Virtual Reality Sandbox!

Crafting a Whimsical VR Village: A Foray into Fantasy Worldbuilding

I'm always inspired by opportunities to build fantastical virtual worlds for players to explore. My latest project took that passion to new heights, drawing from the rich legends of Scandinavian folklore to create an enchanting VR sandbox experience.

This project began with a simple concept - a cozy Scandinavian village nestled in a mythical forest. Using assets from talented 3D artists like ion-omat on CGTrader, I assembled a warm collection of cottages, shops, and winding pathways that form the playful hamlet. Unity's Fantasy Environment Assets provided perfect textures to enhance the otherworldly atmosphere.

Player locomotion centers on smooth mechanics powered by Oculus' Avatar and OVR packages. A tailored script allows for intuitive movement and interactivity in the village. Meanwhile, a magical skybox and meticulously sculpted terrain transport users to a whimsical woodland realm. from their quirky idle mannerisms to delightfully charming reactions when a friendly giant draws near.

Imagination comes to life through adorably fluffy "wolfs" I modeled in Blender. With eye-catching bloom and glow effects plus physics-driven hovering behaviors, it's as if dandelion puffs were infused with a touch of magic. Atmospheric spatialised audio provided by Oculus Audio completes the immersion.

Post-processing layers add depth with fog, vignette effects and fantasy mood lighting.

Procedural animation brings the village's residents to life Procedural animation brings the village's residents to life - from their quirky idle mannerisms to delightfully charming reactions when a friendly giant draws near.