Serious game in VR to improve the visuospatial ability

Abstract

This document presents the project report of the Video Games Design and Development Degree Final project conducted by Óscar Silvestre Payá. The project focuses on the development of a serious game leveraging virtual reality (VR) technology, with the explicit purpose of enhancing diverse visuospatial abilities inherent to individuals. The core gameplay revolves around a series of intricately designed mini-games, which engage players in the application of logical thinking and ingenuity, thereby facilitating substantial improvements in their visual-spatial capabilities. Moreover, the project endeavors to seamlessly integrate psychoeducational principles into the gaming experience, engendering an effective serious game that engrosses players within an immersive virtual reality environment. To ascertain progress in the aforementioned abilities, the game incorporates parameter tracking and assessment mechanisms. The development process entailed the utilization of Unity 3D, today’s most widely used game engine, in conjunction with a VR device, to deliver an elevated computerbased gameplay experience. By embracing innovative technologies and adopting a multifaceted approach that combines gaming elements with educational objectives, this project contributes to the expanding realm of serious games, while simultaneously offering a captivating avenue for players to augment their visual-spatial proficiencies.