A Drive Back in Time
Design Intern (Game Design)
I helped create a GPS-based VR experience for Singapore's SG50 celebrations, in collaboration with LG and Audi. My role involved researching the Civic District in 1965 for historical accuracy and designing a user experience that aligned with the narration and highlighted key landmarks. I worked on both the pop-up event version with Audi vehicles and a public version for iOS and Android devices. This project provided valuable experience in game design, user-focused design, and the app release process.
Here are some key highlights:
In Summary
Key Contributions:
- Developed an interactive, GPS-based VR experience for an SG50 event, collaborating with LG and Audi.
- Created an alternate on-rails version that was accessible on iOS and Android devices.
- Designed immersive content that combined historical data and cutting-edge technology to create a memorable, location-based user experience.
Game Design • Additional Contributions
Game Design for a GPS-based VR Experience
Key Contributions:
- Historical VR Design: Researched Singapore's Civic District in 1965 to create a historically accurate and engaging VR experience.
- User-Centric Design: Enhanced virtual environments by placing key points of interest at locations where users would naturally stop or focus, such as traffic lights and iconic buildings.
- Dual Version Development: Developed two distinct versions of the experience:
- Event Version: For a pop-up showcase with LG VR devices and Audi vehicles, featuring GPS-based interactions.
- Public Version: Designed a non-GPS version with an automated scenic route for broader accessibility.
- Production to Release: Prepared builds and submitted the app to Google Play and Apple Store, gaining hands-on experience in full-cycle production using Unity3D.
This project allowed me to work across design, research, and technical implementation, while crafting a unique storytelling experience for both public and private audiences.
Additional Contributions:
- During my time at Rock Nano, I did some Frontend Web Development work for the now-defunct website of Armagallant, the studio's flagship title.
A Drive Back in Time was a GPS-based VR experience created in collaboration with LG and Audi for Singapore's SG50 celebrations, marking 50 years of independence. This immersive project transported users back to 1965 Singapore, with narration by acclaimed Singaporean artist Dick Lee.