It was a sad, sad day when Studio Ghibli decided to shut its doors, but Fire Panda has found a way to bring its work back to life. The United Kingdom studio has recreated scenes some of Studio Ghibli's most iconic movies in order for people to roam around them. Not in real life, of course, but in virtual reality.
Fire Panda focused on the bus stop scene from My Neighbor Totoro, the boiler room scene from Spirited Away and the meadow in Howl’s Moving Castle specifically. Available for free via Vive and Oculus, these virtual reality recreations shows just how the industry can continue to grow by relying on existing worlds to draw from.
Virtual Reality Animes
Fire Panda Recreates Studio Ghibli Scenes for Users to Roam Around
Trend Themes
1. Virtual Reality Recreation - Virtual reality technology can be used to recreate popular worlds and scenes for users to roam around in.
2. Anime-based Virtual Reality - The use of virtual reality to recreate anime worlds and scenes can provide a unique and immersive experience for fans.
3. Digital Nostalgia - Recreating iconic scenes from beloved movies and shows in virtual reality can tap into consumers' nostalgia and bring back feelings of fondness.
Industry Implications
1. Animation - Animation companies can leverage virtual reality technology to create new and interactive experiences for fans.
2. Gaming - Developers in the gaming industry can explore the potential of using virtual reality to create more immersive gameplay experiences.
3. Tourism - The tourism industry can use virtual reality to showcase popular sights and attractions in a new and unique way.