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2 reports, presentations and talks by Trinity College Dublin in the Game Industry Library, the newest “Developing a Ludonarrative Engine for a Historical Site Using Locative AR and Music” (2025).

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Cover of Developing a Ludonarrative Engine for a Historical Site Using Locative AR and Music
Whitepaper12 pages

Developing a Ludonarrative Engine for a Historical Site Using Locative AR and Music

This research introduces a novel ludonarrative engine designed to enhance cultural heritage sites through audio-first, location-based augmented reality.

  • The ludonarrative engine uses an audio-first design to prioritize physical site presence, keeping the user's smartphone in their pocket to prevent visual distraction from the historical landscape.
  • The system employs a dual-mode navigation mechanic: 'Wander Mode' uses spatial audio cues to guide users toward points of interest within a 200m radius, while 'Interact Mode' triggers character-specific dialogue and music when the user is within 5–15 meters.
  • To ensure accurate spatial audio positioning, the engine utilizes an Extended Kalman Filter (EKF) to fuse GPS and accelerometer data, mitigating location jitter in challenging environments.
Game DevelopmentGame DesignAR+3
Trinity College DublinNov 2025
Cover of Music Consciousness with Mixed Reality: Case Study on Learning Associative Imagery in Classical Music
Whitepaper13 pages

Music Consciousness with Mixed Reality: Case Study on Learning Associative Imagery in Classical Music

Mixed reality technology serves as a transformative medium for deepening listener engagement with classical compositions, specifically through the integration of visual stimuli with auditory experiences.

  • Mixed reality (MR) visualizations transform classical music listening by shifting cognitive processing from internal associative imagery to externalized, multisensory engagement.
  • The integration of MR with classical compositions like Rachmaninoff’s Preludes enhances listener focus and emotional connection without compromising the music's meditative qualities.
  • MR tools provide a scalable method for modernizing classical music by bridging the gap between abstract auditory structures and concrete visual narratives.
Serious GamesVRAR+2
Haunted Planet StudiosOct 2025

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