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Discover how the latest video games are made with the School of Creative Technologies

University of Portsmouth

<h3>Discover how the latest video games are made with the School of Creative Technologies...</h3> Schedule of Activities Morning Session - 0830-1200Experience our <a href="https://www.port.ac.uk/research/research-groups-and-centres/ccixr" title="https://www.port.ac.uk/research/research-groups-and-centres/ccixr" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">world-class facilities</a>, including state-of-the-art photogrammetry, motion capture VR studios, and the UK’s largest PlayStation 5 education studio.TBC - Take part in a professional wargaming session with special guests from Dstl (<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/defence-science-and-technology-laboratory" title="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/defence-science-and-technology-laboratory" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Defence Science and Technology Lab</a> - Ministry of Defence) Lunch - 1200-1300Lunch is not included but there will be space for you to sit, and you will be able to get food from our cafe or one of the many locations and shops nearby. Afternoon Session - 1300-1715Take part in a selection of practical sessions led by our experts in games art, programming and design.You will discover 3d <a href="https://www.futurelearn.com/info/blog/general/what-is-3d-modelling" title="https://www.futurelearn.com/info/blog/general/what-is-3d-modelling" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">modelling</a> &amp; <a href="https://conceptartempire.com/what-is-3d-sculpting/" title="https://conceptartempire.com/what-is-3d-sculpting/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">sculpting</a>, and programming using an industry-standard <a href="https://www.perforce.com/resources/vcs/game-engine-overview" title="https://www.perforce.com/resources/vcs/game-engine-overview" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">game engine</a>. School of Creative TechnologiesGames <a href="https://www.port.ac.uk/games" title="https://www.port.ac.uk/games" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">courses, showreels and staff profiles</a> Filming during the dayA camera crew and photoagrapher will be present throughout the day to record the event for Company of Makers and the University of Portsmouth, so it is likely that over the course of the day you will be captured on camera in passing (e.g. in wide shots). We will ask for permission before direct/targeted filming and will also be looking for volunteers to be interviewed. Got a question? Check out our <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n6CKs7ZI9hSZQJ22SrP3Gq20o7T5nzrz6WHiVBnGllg/edit?usp=sharing" title="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n6CKs7ZI9hSZQJ22SrP3Gq20o7T5nzrz6WHiVBnGllg/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">FAQ</a>s.

<h3>Motion Capture Studio</h3> Motion Capture is at the core of a large proportion of the CCIXR’s activities, allowing and enabling innovative developments across the Creative Industries and beyond. In addition to Full Body motion capture, the CCIXR Motion Capture Studio features facilities for Facial and Hand capture (full performance capture), in real-time using multiple tracking solutions (optical and inertial) to cater for a wide range of performance capture.

<h3>Photogrammetry</h3> The photogrammetry system is a metal rig, with a large number of cameras fixed at certain points. All of these cameras are synchronised, so that at the push of one button all the cameras take a photo simultaneously. The rig is calibrated and positioned for detailed facial capture, in addition to an upright person. This enables full body and facial capture, the resulting digital data can then be utilised across the different disciplines and digital applications.

<h3>VR for game and film.</h3> The VR Lab is designed for multiple applications including simulation and training, healthcare and medical, entertainment and media outputs. It incorporates between 4 and 6 degrees of freedom platforms and chairs, haptic devices, mobile development spaces and a virtual production projection mapping system. This also includes VR chairs, allowing new areas of innovation to be supported.

<h4>The Centre for Creative and Immersive Extended Reality (CCIXR) is the UK’s first integrated facility that brings together a full suite of the latest XR technologies under one roof.</h4> Building on our long-standing expertise in creative research and innovation, our world-leading facility places us at the forefront of innovations in the next generation of digital technologies of virtual, augmented and extended realities.We’re making Extended Reality (XR) more accessible to all. From training solutions to immersive art, we’re supporting others to innovate with XR.As well as equipping our graduates with highly sought-after skills in a rapidly evolving field, CCIXR provides support for organisations to explore how XR can work for them.

Company of Makers are trying to reach, and better understand, members of the armed forces community who are also gamers, so if that's you we'd really appreciate you taking the time to complete our <a href="https://www.companyofmakers.com/gamers" title="https://www.companyofmakers.com/gamers" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">super short questionnaire</a>.Over the coming months we will be hosting a range of gaming activities for you to get involved in.If you have any ideas we’d love to hear them - Just include details in the additional info at the bottom of the form.

<h3>Company of Makers' Funders - Massive shout out to our funders, without which, this event would not be possible.</h3>

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