Live Performance in VR

Lyons, D.P.; Butchko, Stephen; Moore, Jason; Bradley, Brendan; Soto, Tanya Leal

doi:10.1145/3450617.3464495

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“…Studies have examined the transformative experiences in virtual reality (VR), including the enhancement of narrative experiences in art exhibitions (Yu Jian 2023), and the influence of VR on meaningful work and social interactions, especially for people with disabilities (Davis & Chansiri 2018). There is also research on the impact of VR on storytelling and live performances, offering new platforms and enhancing the experience for audiences and performers (Lyons et al 2021). Furthermore, the concept of virtual capitalism and how digital communication shapes global corporations has been discussed (Nolan 2016).…”

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Interplay between Media and Player Engagement: A Study of Media’s Effect on the World of Warcraft Gaming Experience

Vukojević,

Španović

2023

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In the dynamic realm of online gaming, sustaining player engagement and immersion within a virtual environment is paramount for both the player community and game developers. World of Warcraft (WoW), a prominent massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG), has experienced considerable evolution since its inception in 2004. As gaming technologies advance and player expectations shift, a variety of media platforms, such as forums, social networks, and streaming services, have surfaced, playing a pivotal role in augmenting the WoW gaming experience. This study delves into the impact of different versions of WoW on the players' content experience, focusing on how these media platforms influence player engagement, communication strategies, and problem-solving approaches. Employing qualitative research methods, particularly in-depth interviews, this paper weaves a comprehensive narrative that sheds light on the intersection of technological evolution and gaming experiences. Our findings indicate that the specific version of WoW plays a critical role in shaping player interactions and problem-solving methods. The Classic WoW iteration fosters a sense of community and interaction, necessitating collaboration and the use of external resources. In contrast, Modern WoW has streamlined gameplay mechanics, thereby reducing the emphasis on collaborative efforts and the role of community within the game. This research underscores the fluid nature of social dynamics within the game, evolving in response to the changing preferences and expectations of the player base.

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Interplay between Media and Player Engagement: A Study of Media’s Effect on the World of Warcraft Gaming Experience

Vukojević,

Španović

2023

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Rhythmic Galaxy: A New Metaverse Concert Empowering Players Through Co-design

Wang,

Fan

et al. 2024

Lecture Notes in Computer Science

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Interactions across Displays and Space: A Study of Virtual Reality Streaming Practices on Twitch

Wu,

Liu,

Zhao

et al. 2023

Proc. ACM Hum.-Comput. Interact.

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The growing live streaming economy and virtual reality (VR) technologies have sparked interest in VR streaming among streamers and viewers. However, limited research has been conducted to understand this emerging streaming practice. To address this gap, we conducted an in-depth thematic analysis of 34 streaming videos from 12 VR streamers with varying levels of experience, to explore the current practices, interaction styles, and strategies, as well as to investigate the challenges and opportunities for VR streaming. Our findings indicate that VR streamers face challenges in building emotional connections and maintaining streaming flow due to technical problems, lack of fluid transitions between physical and virtual environments, and not intentionally designed game scenes. As a response, we propose six design implications to encourage collaboration between game designers and streaming app developers, facilitating fluid, rich, and broad interactions for an enhanced streaming experience. In addition, we discuss the use of streaming videos as user-generated data for research, highlighting the lessons learned and emphasizing the need for tools to support streaming video analysis. Our research sheds light on the unique aspects of VR streaming, which combines interactions across displays and space.

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Live Performance in VR

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Interplay between Media and Player Engagement: A Study of Media’s Effect on the World of Warcraft Gaming Experience

Interplay between Media and Player Engagement: A Study of Media’s Effect on the World of Warcraft Gaming Experience

Rhythmic Galaxy: A New Metaverse Concert Empowering Players Through Co-design

Interactions across Displays and Space: A Study of Virtual Reality Streaming Practices on Twitch

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