Albina Mirzalimova

Echo Realms

Explore three immersive locations—Bazaar, Library, and Snowy Peaks—in this Unreal Engine 5 VR experience. Seamlessly blending virtual and physical interactions, the game uses Arduino-controlled environmental effects to enhance realism. Feel the warmth of the Bazaar, the crisp chill of the Snowy Peaks, and the calming ambiance of the Library, all dynamically adjusted through temperature and scent feedback.

“Echo Realms is an immersive VR experience built in Unreal Engine 5, where real-world temperature and scent dynamically change based on the player’s location. Using Arduino-controlled Iot relays, the game triggers physical environmental effects, enhancing immersion beyond visuals and sound.As players explore three unique locations—Bazaar, Library, and Snowy Peaks—external devices like heaters, fans, and diffusers activate in real time, creating a seamless blend between virtual and physical reality.BazzarWander through a lively marketplace filled with vibrant colors and bustling energy. A heater activates as you enter, creating a sense of warmth and heat, reinforcing the feeling of a sunlit, crowded bazaar.LibraryStep into a serene, candle-lit library filled with ancient books and soft ambient lighting. A diffuser releases a calming scent, enhancing the tranquil atmosphere as you navigate the space.Snowy PeaksClimb a windswept mountain, surrounded by icy terrain and a vast, open sky. A fan simulates the chilling wind, making the freezing peaks feel even more real.”