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AR Could Be The Future Of Bowling

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We’ve seen our fair of high-tech bowling experiences over the past couple of years, but nothing quite like SPARK Augmented Reality Bowling. In addition to SPARK Augmented Reality, the new 52,500 square foot location will feature a 10,000 sq. All 24 lanes will feature support for SPARK Augmented Reality.

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Epic Games Awarded Grants to 31 XR Projects in 2021 Through the $100M MegaGrants Fund

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Since 2019 Epic Games (well known as the creators of Unreal Engine & Fortnite ) has run the Epic MegaGrants program, a $100 million fund to financially support projects built with Unreal Engine. The projects range widely from games to simulation to education and more. VYV Corporation – Photon Augmented Reality Studio (Canada).

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Carolina Panthers Debut Mixed Reality Panther During Live NFL Game

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There’s an enormous virtual feline stalking the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. This past Sunday the Carolina Panthers took on the New York Jets in their first competitive game of the 2021 season. Feature Image Credit: Carolina Panthers. DevinThe__) September 12, 2021.

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AR App Lets You Play ‘Space Invaders’ On A Beer Can Because Why Not?

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To help showcase its technology in action, Immertia has released a new AR game called Beer Invaders which—as you might expect—can be played on a basic aluminum beer can. Inspired by the classic arcade game Space Invaders , drinkers access the game by scanning a custom-made label using the Swigr app on their iOS or Android device.

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Niantic Partners with City Governments to Turn Pokémon GO into a Tool for Community Engagement

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A new study published by American University demonstrates how Pokémon GO and other augmented reality games can help city governments bring communities closer together. Four of the studied cities — Akron, Ohio; Charlotte, North Carolina; Philadelphia. and James L.

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Meta, NBA Open 180-Degree Live VR Sports on Meta Quest

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With the partnership, Meta will offer immersive live games with 180-degree video. It will also showcase on-demand seasonal games and content via Xtadium and a dedicated NBA Arena platform on its Horizon Worlds metaverse. This is a huge leap forward from last season’s five immersive games. NBA season has finally kicked off!

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AR 101?—?A brief summary (Part 1)

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A brief summary (Part 1) What is Augmented Reality? What are some of Augmented Reality problems and challenges? Augmented Reality?—?Definition, Augmented Reality = real object marker + virtual object by fernanda rodríguez. 2000s : First outdoor mobile AR game ARQuake.

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