Gaming and Virtual Reality Laboratory

The Gaming and Virtual Reality Laboratory is dedicated to the study and development of games and game technology.

The lab includes:

• A full-body motion-capture studio.
• A variety of input technologies students can utilize for their game development needs.
• Audiometric room (sound booth).
• State-of-the-art game development workstations.

A passive stereo virtual reality display utilizes the motion-capture system as a body tracker and gesture-based input device. This enables the exploration of:

• Full-body gesture recognition.
• Multi-player collaboration.
• New input methodologies.

You will be able to record sound for voiceovers and music with minimal echo or background noise in an audiometric room, coupled with audio recording equipment such as:

• Hardware and software mixing consoles.
• Microphone booms/stands.
• MIDI synthesizer.
• Various microphones and field recorders.

The Gaming and Virtual Reality Laboratory offers students a dynamic space for exploration, creation, and collaboration across game development, interactive media, and emerging technologies. Its capabilities span digital content creation, gameplay testing, prototyping, audio production, VR/XR experiences, and access to industry-relevant consumer technologies. By providing shared access to equipment and resources that may otherwise be inaccessible, the lab promotes more equitable participation and helps all students engage fully in creative and technical learning.