Please note: For patron safety, the virtual reality headset can only be used by patrons aged 13 and up with a signed liability waiver (see Groundworks staff when you arrive for your appointment). The Meta Quest Pro can only be used inside the Recording Studio at this time. You must reserve both in order to use the VR headset.
Groundworks staff cannot guarantee 1on1 help during equipment reservations. We encourage patrons to schedule a 1-1 appointment to learn how to use the equipment and software before making an equipment reservation.
Virtual Reality is a fascinating way to travel using nothing more than the power of technology. With a headset and motion tracking, VR lets you look around a virtual space as if you're actually there, or play a game like you're really in it. VR headsets and applications available in Groundworks can be used to experience VR and get a start in 3D design for Virtual Reality.
Equipment:
Available VR apps:
Available 3D Design Software:
- Unity: a development platform for creating 2D and 3D games and experiences.
- Blender: a 3D computer graphics software toolset.
Please review Groundworks Guidelines before visiting.
Groundworks staff cannot guarantee 1on1 help during equipment reservations. We encourage patrons to schedule a 1on1 appointment to learn how to use the equipment and software before making an equipment reservation.
Get started learning game design with Unity! 4POP.org puts all of Unity's learning resources in one place. Herrick District Library provides all cardholders to LinkedIn Learning where there are dozens of training videos and full courses on Unity's software and VR game development.
Please review Groundworks Guidelines before visiting.