Author: Steven Antonio Christian
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 1804616311
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 566
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Unlock your creativity with this guide to VR projects in Unity, crafting immersive games, refining VR experiences, and leading XR development Key Features Understand the fundamentals and build a solid foundation in XR development Develop technical skills for building VR experiences in Unity, including assets, GameObjects, scripts, and components Create engaging and innovative virtual reality projects using the Unity game engine Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionVirtual reality (VR) has emerged as one of the most transformative mediums of the 21st century, finding applications in various industries, including gaming, entertainment, and education. Enhancing Virtual Reality Experiences with Unity 2022 takes you into the fascinating realm of VR, where creativity meets cutting-edge technology to bring tangible real-world applications to life. This immersive exploration not only equips you with the essential skills needed to craft captivating VR environments using Unity's powerful game engine but also offers a deeper understanding of the philosophy behind creating truly immersive experiences. Throughout the book, you’ll work with practical VR scene creation, interactive design, spatial audio, and C# programming and prepare to apply these skills to real-world projects spanning art galleries, interactive playgrounds, and beyond. To ensure your VR creations reach their full potential, the book also includes valuable tips on optimization, guaranteeing maximum immersion and impact for your VR adventures. By the end of this book, you’ll have a solid understanding of VR’s versatility and how you can leverage the Unity game engine to create groundbreaking projects.What you will learn Harness the power of the Unity game engine to explore VR Understand VR and how to integrate Unity into the general workflow Build and test a variety of VR experiences for headsets, computers, and mobile devices Integrate traditional game and animation tools into VR experiences Explore worldbuilding techniques to create expansive VR environments Integrate optimization techniques to improve the performance of your VR experiences Who this book is forThis book is for individuals who are familiar with the Unity game engine and want to explore virtual reality. If you’re a game developer, VR developer, or creator with Unity experience, this is your guide to learning the essential principles and techniques for VR development in Unity 2022. A basic understanding of the Unity user interface, navigation, and C# will help you make the most of the book.
Author: Jesse Glover
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 1838644865
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 652
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This Learning Path makes you an expert developer of AR and VR applications by teaching you everything - from the basic principles of AR application development to developing immersive and fun VR applications using Unity 3D and Unity 2018.
Author: Jonathan Linowes
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 1839214252
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 586
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Explore the latest features of Unity and build VR experiences including first-person interactions, audio fireball games, 360-degree media, art gallery tours, and VR storytelling Key FeaturesDiscover step-by-step instructions and best practices to begin your VR development journeyExplore Unity features such as URP rendering, XR Interaction Toolkit, and ProBuilderBuild impressive VR-based apps and games that can be experienced using modern devices like Oculus Rift and Oculus QuestBook Description This third edition of the Unity Virtual Reality (VR) development guide is updated to cover the latest features of Unity 2019.4 or later versions - the leading platform for building VR games, applications, and immersive experiences for contemporary VR devices. Enhanced with more focus on growing components, such as Universal Render Pipeline (URP), extended reality (XR) plugins, the XR Interaction Toolkit package, and the latest VR devices, this edition will help you to get up to date with the current state of VR. With its practical and project-based approach, this book covers the specifics of virtual reality development in Unity. You'll learn how to build VR apps that can be experienced with modern devices from Oculus, VIVE, and others. This virtual reality book presents lighting and rendering strategies to help you build cutting-edge graphics, and explains URP and rendering concepts that will enable you to achieve realism for your apps. You'll build real-world VR experiences using world space user interface canvases, locomotion and teleportation, 360-degree media, and timeline animation, as well as learn about important VR development concepts, best practices, and performance optimization and user experience strategies. By the end of this Unity book, you'll be fully equipped to use Unity to develop rich, interactive virtual reality experiences. What you will learnUnderstand the current state of virtual reality and VR consumer productsGet started with Unity by building a simple diorama scene using Unity Editor and imported assetsConfigure your Unity VR projects to run on VR platforms such as Oculus, SteamVR, and Windows immersive MRDesign and build a VR storytelling animation with a soundtrack and timelinesImplement an audio fireball game using game physics and particle systemsUse various software patterns to design Unity events and interactable componentsDiscover best practices for lighting, rendering, and post-processingWho this book is for Whether you're a non-programmer unfamiliar with 3D computer graphics or experienced in both but new to virtual reality, if you're interested in building your own VR games or applications, this Unity book is for you. Any experience in Unity will be useful but is not necessary.
Author: Jonathan Linowes
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 1788477189
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 481
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If you are interested in Virtual Reality, want to learn how it works, and want to create your own VR experiences, this book is for you. We walk you through a series of tutorials and in-depth discussions using the Unity game engine.
Author: Jonathan Linowes
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 1785286803
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 286
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Explore the world of Virtual Reality by building immersive and fun VR projects using Unity 3D About This Book Learn the basic principles of virtual reality applications and get to know how they differ from games and desktop apps Build various types of VR experiences, including diorama, first-person characters, riding on rails, 360 degree projections, and social VR A project-based guide that teaches you to use Unity to develop VR applications, which can be experienced with devices such as the Oculus Rift or Google Cardboard Who This Book Is For If you're a non-programmer unfamiliar with 3D computer graphics, or experienced in both but new to virtual reality, and are interested in building your own VR games or applications then this book is for you. Any experience in Unity is an advantage. What You Will Learn Create 3D scenes with Unity and Blender while learning about world space and scale Build and run VR applications for consumer headsets including Oculus Rift and Google Cardboard Build interactive environments with physics, gravity, animations, and lighting using the Unity engine Experiment with various user interface (UI) techniques that you can use in your VR applications Implement the first-person and third-person experiences that use only head motion gestures for input Create animated walkthroughs, use 360-degree media, and build multi-user social VR experiences Learn about the technology and psychology of VR including rendering, performance and VR motion sickness Gain introductory and advanced experience in Unity programming with the C# language In Detail What is consumer “virtual reality”? Wearing a head-mounted display you view stereoscopic 3D scenes. You can look around by moving your head, and walk around using hand controls or motion sensors. You are engaged in a fully immersive experience. On the other hand, Unity is a powerful game development engine that provides a rich set of features such as visual lighting, materials, physics, audio, special effects, and animation for creating 2D and 3D games. Unity 5 has become the leading platform for building virtual reality games, applications and experiences for this new generation of consumer VR devices. Using a practical and project-based approach, this book will educate you about the specifics of virtual reality development in Unity. You will learn how to use Unity to develop VR applications which can be experienced with devices such as the Oculus Rift or Google Cardboard. We will then learn how to engage with virtual worlds from a third person and first person character point of view. Furthermore, you will explore the technical considerations especially important and possibly unique to VR. The projects in the book will demonstrate how to build a variety of VR experiences. You will be diving into the Unity 3D game engine via the interactive Unity Editor as well as C-Sharp programming. By the end of the book, you will be equipped to develop rich, interactive virtual reality experiences using Unity. So, let's get to it! Style and approach This book takes a practical, project-based approach to teach specifics of virtual reality development in Unity. Using a reader-friendly approach, this book will not only provide detailed step-by-step instructions but also discuss the broader context and applications covered within.
Author: Anna Braun
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 1805120042
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 284
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Create VR, AR, and MR experiences with the help of step-by-step tutorials on VR and AR simulators, interactivity, sound and visual effects, along with advanced XR techniques such as multiplayer integration Key Features Create impressive XR projects without the need to own expensive VR headsets Explore Unity XR features and techniques such as hand-tracking and plane detection using the XR Interaction Toolkit and AR Foundation Bring your XR projects to life with step-by-step explanations along with practical examples Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionThe drastic surge in the demand for XR development has led to an imminent need for comprehensive resources, learning material, and overall know-how in this area. This one-stop resource will ensure that professionals venturing into XR development can access all XR-related techniques to build appealing XR applications, without relying on Google every step of the way. This book is your guide to developing XR applications with Unity 2021.3 or later versions, helping you to create VR, AR, and MR experiences of increasing complexity. The chapters cover the entire XR application development process from setting up an interactive XR scene using the XR Interaction Toolkit or AR Foundation, adding physics, animations, continuous movement, teleportation, sound effects, and visual effects, to testing and deploying to VR headsets, simulators, smartphones, and tablets. Additionally, this XR book takes you on a journey from the basics of Unity and C# to advanced techniques such as building multiplayer applications and incorporating hand- and gaze-tracking capabilities. By the end of this book, you'll be fully equipped to create cutting-edge XR projects for engaging individual, academic, and industrial use cases that captivate your audience.What you will learn Get started with Unity by building your own 3D project Explore the XR Interaction Toolkit and AR Foundation, as well as test XR applications on your PC Find out how to deploy XR projects on different platforms Build interactive XR apps with increasing degrees of complexity by leveraging C# scripting Create a fully immersive VR drum scene by using Unity’s audio and particle systems Add advanced XR techniques such as hand-tracking, gaze-tracking, and multiplayer capabilities to your XR apps Who this book is for This book is for students, developers, researchers, and professionals with a background in computer science. Business analysts, PMs, and other management professionals and executives will also benefit from this book. If you have basic knowledge of programming and are looking to gain expertise in creating virtual reality and augmented reality applications in Unity, then this book is for you. While having experience as a VR game player with basic programming knowledge can enhance your understanding of the content, it is not a prerequisite.
Author: Rakesh Baruah
Publisher: Apress
ISBN: 1484254880
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 381
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Virtual reality is quickly becoming the next medium to communicate your ideas. Once siloed in make-believe world of science fiction, virtual reality can now touch any aspect of your life. This book shows you how to create original virtual reality content using the Unity game engine and the Virtual Reality Tool Kit. By the end of the book you'll be creating your own virtual reality experience using the fundamental building blocks within. You'll start by reviewing spatial computing, an emerging field that encompasses self-driving cars to space exploration. You'll also create your own virtual reality environments for use on headsets such as those from Oculus and HTC. Using the Unity3D game engine and the Virtual Reality Toolkit on a computer or laptop, you will walk through the fundamentals of virtual reality with as little code as possible. That is the beauty of Unity and the Virtual Reality Toolkit. You will discover how to use buttons in a virtual space, gaze-tracking for user input, and physics for enabling interaction between a human and a virtual space. From game design to education to healthcare to human resources, virtual reality offers new and creative ways to engage users, students, patients, customers, and more. Not a coding book, Virtual Reality with VRTK4 shows that you don't need to be a computer or graphics whiz to begin creating your own virtual reality experiences. What You'll Learn Grasp Virtual Reality Toolkit and its interaction with Unity3DExplore the fundamental science of virtual realityReview the inner workings of Unity3D and its integration with VRTKUnderstand the big picture of C# coding in Unity3DIncorporate head and hand movement into virtual experiences Who This Book Is For Creative professionals or students who are familiar with computer design programs and want to begin prototyping their own original virtual reality work as quickly as possible.
Author: Jonathan Linowes
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 1838982965
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 383
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Explore the world of augmented reality development with the latest features of Unity and step-by-step tutorial-style examples with easy-to-understand explanations Key FeaturesBuild functional and interactive augmented reality applications using the Unity 3D game engineLearn to use Unity's XR and AR components, including AR Foundation and other standard Unity featuresImplement common AR application user experiences needed to build engaging applicationsBook Description Augmented reality applications allow people to interact meaningfully with the real world through digitally enhanced content. The book starts by helping you set up for AR development, installing the Unity 3D game engine, required packages, and other tools to develop for Android (ARCore) and/or iOS (ARKit) mobile devices. Then we jump right into the building and running AR scenes, learning about AR Foundation components, other Unity features, C# coding, troubleshooting, and testing. We create a framework for building AR applications that manages user interaction modes, user interface panels, and AR onboarding graphics that you will save as a template for reuse in other projects in this book. Using this framework, you will build multiple projects, starting with a virtual photo gallery that lets you place your favorite framed photos on your real-world walls, and interactively edit these virtual objects. Other projects include an educational image tracking app for exploring the solar system, and a fun selfie app to put masks and accessories on your face. The book provides practical advice and best practices that will have you up and running quickly. By the end of this AR book, you will be able to build your own AR applications, engaging your users in new and innovative ways. What you will learnDiscover Unity engine features for building AR applications and gamesGet up to speed with Unity AR Foundation components and the Unity APIBuild a variety of AR projects using best practices and important AR user experiencesUnderstand the core concepts of augmented reality technology and development for real-world projectsSet up your system for AR development and learn to improve your development workflowCreate an AR user framework with interaction modes and UI, saved as a template for new projectsWho this book is for This augmented reality book is for game developers interested in adding AR capabilities to their games and apps. The book assumes beginner-level knowledge of Unity development and C# programming, familiarity with 3D graphics, and experience in using existing AR applications. Beginner-level experience in developing mobile applications will be helpful to get the most out of this AR Unity book.
Author: Scott H. Cameron
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 1803237953
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 596
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Start building commercial and playable games such as 2D collection and adventure games, 3D FPS game in Unity with C#, and add AR/VR/MR experiences to them with this illustrated guide Key Features Create game apps, including a 2D adventure game, a 3D first-person shooter, and more Get up to speed with Unity Gaming Services available for creating commercially viable games Follow steps for publishing, marketing, and maintaining your games effectively Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionUnity 2022 by Example is a complete introduction to building games in Unity following a project-based approach. You’ll be introduced to the Unity game engine and the tools available for building and customizing a game exactly the way you want it, while maintaining a good code foundation to build upon. Once you get to grips with the fundamentals of Unity game development, you'll start creating a 2D collection game and an adventure game, followed by a 3D first person shooter game. Next, you’ll explore advanced topics, such as using machine learning to create AI-based enemy behavior, virtual reality for extending the first-person game, and augmented reality for developing a farming simulation game in a real-world setting. The book will help you gain hands-on knowledge of these topics as you build projects using the latest game tool kits. You'll also learn how to commercialize your game by publishing it to a distribution platform and maintain and support it throughout its lifespan. As you progress, you’ll gain real-world knowledge and experience by taking your games from conceptual design to completion. By the end of this Unity book, you’ll have strong foundational knowledge of how to structure a Unity project that is both maintainable and extensible for commercially released games.What you will learn Build game environments and design levels, and implement game mechanics using Unity's features Explore 3D game creation, focusing on gameplay mechanics and player animation Develop customizable game systems using object-oriented architecture Build an MR experience using the XR Interaction Toolkit while learning how to merge virtual and real-world elements Get up to speed with advanced AI interactions using sensors and Unity's machine learning toolkit, ML-Agents Implement dynamic content in games using Unity LiveOps services like Remote Config Who this book is for If you find yourself struggling with completing game projects in Unity and want to follow best practices while maintaining a good coding structure, then this book is for you. This book is also for aspiring game developers and hobbyists with some experience in developing games, who want to design basic playable and commercial games in Unity with a core loop, player verbs, simple mechanics, and win/lose conditions. Experience with the Unity Editor interface and implementing functionality by creating C# scripts is required to get the most out of this book.
Author: Jonathan Linowes
Publisher:
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Category : Virtual reality
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Explore the latest features of Unity 2018 to create immersive VR projects for Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, Daydream and Gear VR About This Book A project-based guide to teach you how to develop immersive and fun VR applications using Unity 3D Build experiences with interactable objects, physics, UI, animations, C# scripting, and other Unity features Explore the world of VR by building experiences such as diorama, first-person characters, 360-degree projections, social VR, audio fireball game, and VR storytelling Who This Book Is For If you're a non-programmer unfamiliar with 3D computer graphics, or experienced in both but new to virtual reality, and are interested in building your own VR games or applications, then this book is for you. Any experience in Unity is an advantage. What You Will Learn Create 3D scenes with Unity and other 3D tools while learning about world space and scale Build and run VR applications for specific headsets, including Oculus, Vive, and Daydream Interact with virtual objects using eye gaze, hand controllers, and user input events Move around your VR scenes using locomotion and teleportation Implement an audio fireball game using physics and particle systems Implement an art gallery tour with teleportation and data info Design and build a VR storytelling animation with a soundtrack and timelines Create social VR experiences with Unity networking In Detail Unity has become the leading platform for building virtual reality games, applications, and experiences for this new generation of consumer VR devices. Unity Virtual Reality Projects walks you through a series of hands-on tutorials and in-depth discussions on using the Unity game engine. With its practical and project-based approach, this book will get you up to speed with the specifics of Virtual Reality development in Unity. You will learn how to use Unity to develop VR applications that can be experienced with devices such as Oculus, Daydream, and Vive. Among the many topics and projects, you will explore gaze-based versus hand controller input, world space UI canvases, locomotion and teleportation, software design patterns, 360-degree media, timeline animation, and multiplayer networking. You will learn the Unity 3D game engine via the interactive Unity Editor as well as C# programming. By the end of the book, you will be fully equipped to develop rich, interactive virtual reality experiences using Unity. Style and approach A practical step-by-step guide to building ...
