XR Lab Applications
The Bellevue College XR Lab has researched and obtained VR Apps covering a wide range of subjects. We offer a variety of apps that are provided with the VR headsets that can be used on site at the XR Lab and for special events. We also offer experiences that are appropriate for online delivery in Canvas courses. Course topics currently include: Arts, Humanities, Communications, Business, Technology, Games, Health, Education, Science, Math, History, Geography, and Interior Design.
| Title | Description | Suggested Course Topics |
|---|---|---|
1000 Cuts Journey VR  | In this experience you will experience 3 scenes from the life of Michael Sterling, a black man. As a child in a classroom, as a teenager preparing for a basketball game, and as a young adult going to a job interview. | Science, Geography, World Travels, Arts and Humanities |
ecosphere  | In all new immersive 360° episodes, embrace the people working with the United Nations to secure the future of our planet. Discover how communities in Fiji and Colombia are coming together to build resilience and safeguard future generations. | Geography, Environmentalism, Social Justice |
Anne Frank House VR  | In 1942, during the Second World War, Anne Frank, a thirteen-year-old Jewish girl and her family were forced to go into hiding to escape persecution from the Nazis. For more than two years, the Franks and 4 others would live in the “Secret Annex” of an old office building in Amsterdam, sharing the burden of living in hiding in confined quarters with the constant threat of discovery. Anne Frank House VR offers a unique and emotional insight into these two years. Experience the world-famous Secret Annex in a never before seen way. Travel back to the years of the Second World War and wander through the rooms of the Annex that housed the group of 8 Jewish people as they hid from the Nazis. Immerse yourself in Anne’s thoughts as you traverse each faithfully recreated room, thanks to the power of VR, and find out what happened to the Annex’ brave inhabitants. | History, Civics |
Bait  | Grab your rod and cast a line in the world’s #1 VR fishing game — enjoyed by more than 10 million players worldwide! | Eye-Hand Coordination, Casual Game, Recreation |
Beat Saber  | Beat Saber is a unique VR rhythm game where your goal is to slash the beats (represented by small cubes) as they are coming at you. Every beat indicates which saber you need to use and also the direction you need to match. All the music is composed to perfectly fit the handmade levels. Our goal is to make players almost dance while cutting the cubes and avoiding obstacles. Each cut is strongly supported by great sound and visual effects to emphasize the rhythm. | Eye-Hand Coordination, Aerobic, Casual / Competitive Game |
Curio XR  | Curio XR offers an engaging educational virtual reality experience that immerses users the Planet Earth and it’s scientific phenomena. Explore diverse environments, interact with detailed 3D models, and gain a deeper understanding of complex subjects, from the depths of the ocean to the vastness of outer space. | Social VR, Chemistry, Aerodynamics, AI Tutor, Collaboration, Virtual Classroom Space |
Elixir  | In Elixir, you’re in the role of a wizard’s apprentice, exploring the magical art of potion-making. Using your hands, you mix mystical ingredients, cast spells, and create powerful potions with unpredictable effects. Immerse yourself in a whimsical, fantasy-filled world where each potion you brew can unlock new experiences and surprises. Elixir Game brings the magic of sorcery to life, inviting players to unleash their creativity and discover the secrets hidden within each elixir. | Hand-Tracking, Beginner Level Experience, Casual Game |
Epic Roller Coaster  | Epic Roller Coaster is a thrilling experience that takes you on an adrenaline-pumping ride through breathtaking and immersive environments. With realistic physics and dynamic visuals, Epic Roller Coaster delivers an authentic, high-speed adventure that lets you feel every twist and turn as if you were really there. | Casual Experience |
Fantastic Contraption  | Fantastic Contraption is puzzle game that challenges you to build imaginative machines to solve physics-based puzzles. Construct contraptions from a variety of parts and watch them come to life as you navigate through vibrant, floating islands. | Physics, Casual, Collabritave Game, Puzzle, |
Google Earth  | Google Earth VR is a powerful program that renders a 3D representation of Earth based primarily on satellite imagery. Stroll through anywhere in the world with street views! | Geography |
I Am A Man  | Take a glimpse into the tumultuous time period of the Civil Rights Movement showing events surrounding the assassination of Martin Luther King in 1968. I Am A Man is an interactive VR experience. | Civil Rights, Social Justice, History, Civics |
The Lab  | Developed by Valve, The lab is a powerful tech demo to show the capabilities of Virtual Reality. It’s essentially a compilation of room-scale VR experiments. Fix a robot, defend a castle, adopt a mechanical dog and so much more! | Casual ,Puzzle, Skill Game |
Mission ISS  | In this Emmy-nominated simulation, explore the International Space Station and learn how to move and work in zero-gravity using controllers. Dock a space capsule, take a spacewalk, and get informed by astronauts in NASA on the ISS through informative videos and images. | Astronomy, Aerodynamics, Simulation |
Moss  | Become the adventurer! In this single-player action-adventure puzzle game from Polyarc, travel to forgotten realms, solve challenging puzzles, and battle menacing enemies. Moss is tailored specifically for Virtual Reality and it is presented from a blend of first-person and third-person perspectives, with a primary focus on solving puzzles. | Single-Player, Puzzle, Adventure, Casual Game |
Nanome VR  | Nanome is a powerful tool for research and education. Visualize, build, and simulate chemical compounds, proteins, and nucleic acids. Collaborate remotely in real-time and research from drug discovery to chemistry classes. | Chemistry, Molecular Dynamics, Biochem |
Notes on Blindness  | In this VR experience, witness the story of John Hull who became blind. It’s an interactive non-fictional narrative which is a cognitive and emotional experience of blindness. | Historical Narrative, Accessibility, |
Physiology of The Eye | A VR experience that teaches you about the anatomical structures and physiology of the eye. With an interactive feature with a labeling system which allows you to find out more about the exact 3D piece to get an in-depth understanding of each structure. | Physiology, Biology, Interactive Simulation |
Rec Room  | Rec Room is a virtual social platform where users can interact, play games, and create experiences together in 3D spaces. Accessible on various devices, including VR headsets, it encourages collaboration and creativity, allowing users to join multiplayer games, explore custom rooms, and build their own worlds. With an array of activities, from mini-games to immersive environments, Rec Room provides a community-driven experience, offering both casual fun and complex, user-generated content. | Social VR, Collaborative, Casual / Competitive Game |
Rome Reborn: Roman Forum  | Explore a detailed virtual recreation of the ancient Roman Forum. This app provides an immersive, educational journey through Rome’s historical center, enabling users to walk through significant sites, learn about ancient Roman history, and visualize the Forum as it once was. | 360 Video, History, Geography, Architecture |
Shapes XR  | ShapesXR is a virtual reality and mixed reality design platform created to streamline the design, prototyping, and presentation processes for XR (Extended Reality) projects. It offers an intuitive set of design tools and assets, allowing users to sketch, build, and explore 3D environments directly within VR | 3D Model, Design, Collaborative, Drawing, Sculpture, Modeling, Virtual Classroom Space |
Spatial IO | Spatial.io is a dynamic, immersive platform that allows users to connect, create, and explore within virtual environments across web, mobile, and VR. Known for hosting interactive social experiences, Spatial enables users to explore virtual galleries, attend live events, and even engage in collaborative projects, all within uniquely designed 3D worlds. | Social VR, Experience, Virtual Classroom Space, Virtual Space |
Traveling While Back  | Experience an impactful journey through the history of racism and the challenges faced by Black Americans while traveling. Set in the historic Ben’s Chili Bowl in Washington, D.C.—a refuge for African Americans during segregation—the experience combines intimate interviews, archival footage, and VR storytelling. This unique combination allows viewers to feel the weight of racial discrimination and systemic obstacles, fostering empathy and dialogue about race and the meaning of safe spaces in America. | Social Justice, 360 Video, Cinematic VR, Civics |
Vader Immortal  | Vader Immortal is an episodic virtual reality (VR) series set in the Star Wars universe. Across three episodes, the interactive story immerses players in the role of a Force-sensitive smuggler who becomes entangled with Darth Vader on the volcanic planet Mustafar. With guidance from new allies and involvement in lightsaber training, players face trials that unveil the deeper lore of Mustafar and its connection to the Dark Side. | Casual Game, Hand-Eye Coordination |
Last Updated October 29, 2024