Advanced Virtual Environment Design by Ann Latham Cudworth (2016 Hardcover)-image
Advanced Virtual Environment Design by Ann Latham Cudworth (2016 Hardcover)-image

Advanced Virtual Environment Design by Ann Latham Cudworth (2016 Hardcover)

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Language: English ISBN-10: 1482261162 Publisher: CRC Press LLC gtin13: 9781482261165 Subject Area: Computers Publication Year: 2016 LC Classification Number: QA76.9.C65C828 2015 Item Height: 0.7 in Item Length: 9.3 in ISBN-13: 9781482261165 Dewey Edition: 23 Item Weight: 22.4 Oz LCCN: 2015-048712 Type: Textbook Author: Ann Latham Cudworth Publication Name: Extending Virtual Worlds : Advanced Design for Virtual Environments brand: CRC Press LLC Subject: Programming / Games, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Virtual Worlds Dewey Decimal: 794.81536 Format: Hardcover Number of Pages: 333 Pages Illustrated: Yes Synopsis: Written as the successor to Virtual World Design: Creating Immersive Virtual Environments , this book carries the ideas brought forward in its predecessor to new levels of virtual world design exploration and experimentation. Written by an Emmy award-winning designer with 22 years of experience creating virtual environments for television and online communities, Extending Virtual Worlds: Advanced Design for Virtual Environments explores advanced topics such as multi-regional design, game-based sims, and narrative structure for environments. The book provides bedrock knowledge and practical examples of how to leverage design concepts within the intertwined structures of physics engines, level of detail (LOD) systems, and advanced material editors. It also shows designers new ways to influence the experience of virtual world visitors through immersive narrative and storytelling. With over 150 illustrations and 10 step-by-step projects that include the necessary 3D models and modular components, it delivers hours of stimulating creative challenges for people working in public virtual worlds or on private grids. By using this book, novices and advanced users will deepen their understanding of game design and how it can be applied to creating game-based virtual environments. It also serves as a foundational text for class work in distance learning, simulation, and other learning technologies that use virtual environments. Intended Audience: College Audience Item Width: 7.6 in

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  1. This book is a game-changer for anyone serious about virtual environment design! Ann Latham Cudworth delivers deep insights with clear, practical guidance that bridges theory and real-world application. The hardcover edition feels premium, and the content stays relevant years after publication. Whether you're a student or a seasoned designer, the advanced techniques and thoughtful examples will elevate your work. A must-have for your digital design library!

    Samuel Musio

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