Extended reality takes visitors from the ruins of West Bank to 17th-century Amsterdam at Venice Immersive
Summary
Venice Immersive is a 10-day festival on an island near Venice that showcases interactive extended reality (XR) and virtual reality (VR) art projects. The event includes over 60 exhibits that use new technology like XR glasses and headsets to tell a wide range of stories, from light entertainment to serious themes.Key Facts
- Venice Immersive has grown from a small event to a popular festival over 10 years.
- It features more than 67 different immersive experiences using VR and XR technology.
- Visitors use metal boxes with eyepieces and new lightweight XR glasses to enter virtual worlds.
- The festival is held on the island of Lazzaretto Vecchio in the Venice lagoon.
- Attendance has increased, requiring two boats to transport visitors to the site.
- The event also supports local businesses with street food stalls near the festival area.
- Some projects include interactive storytelling co-created by well-known artists like Andy Serkis.
- Limited space on the island challenges creators to design experiences that fit compact areas.
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