Augmented reality technologies have really come a long way in the past few years. Whether it's simple innovations like the Pokemon Go app or more immersive experiences like the PlayStation VR, mixed-reality gaming is on the rise.
Just recently, YouTube user Microwave Sam took AR gaming to a very nostalgic place for many anime fans with his fan-made Yu-Gi-Oh! AR game. This game is true to the original TV show of the late 90s and actually brings the monsters from the card game to life.
Using Microsoft's HoloLens technology, the game has favourite duel monsters literally leap off the cards in an epic new take on the trading card game phenomenon. To play, users must simply put on a HoloLens headset, load up a unique card deck and duel.
It has no set release date yet but if fans of the franchise get their way, Konami may have no choice but to capitalize on the hype and make this an official release.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Augmented Reality Card Games
- Innovative AR card games like Yu-Gi-Oh! bring traditional trading games to life and create new in-game experiences
- Mixed-reality Gaming
- As technologies like HoloLens develop, mixed-reality gaming is set to become a highly immersive and popular way of playing games
- Fan-made Games
- The rise of fan-made games like Yu-Gi-Oh! AR show that there is a demand for nostalgia and new game experiences that traditional game companies should consider
Industries Being Reshaped
- Gaming
- Innovation in AR and mixed-reality gaming provide opportunities for game developers to explore new gaming experiences
- Entertainment
- The entertainment industry can utilize AR and mixed-reality technology to create new and engaging experiences for their audiences
- Consumer Electronics
- As AR and mixed-reality tech becomes more sophisticated, there is a growing market for devices like HoloLens headsets and other AR-compatible platforms
