Dive into a virtual ocean adventure in “What Lies Beneath”, a captivating prototype VR game that transports players to an underwater world with a pressing mission to save the seas. The game seamlessly blends education with entertainment, empowering the viewer with the knowledge to make a real-world change. Through an immersive underwater experience, the viewer is transported into the world of sustainable fashion while learning about ocean conservation. By creating garments, the viewer witnesses the transformation of plastic waste into wearable art which fosters a deeper connection to the oceans and empowers players to become real-life stewards of marine preservation.
by Rufaro Magara and Ryan Harvey
Format: Virtual Reality
CREDITS
Creative Design | Ryan Harvey
3D Garment Creation | Ryan Harvey
Sound Design | Ryan Harvey
Virtual World Developer | Rufaro Magara
Gameplay Developer | Rufaro Magara
The Design Futures Lab is a creative economy project, hosted by Electric South, Twyg, Korokoza and Crossover Labs and supported by the British Council #SouthernAfricaArts. The second edition of the Design Futures Lab was held in May 2023 and this is one of six prototypes completed in August 2023. The prototypes will be exhibited at the Fakugesi African Digital Innovation Festival from 26 September – 1 October 2023.
