More immersive mixed reality games that gained traction on Meta Quest headsets are making their way to Apple Vision Pro. Little Cities: Diorama presents a fresh iteration designed specifically for Apple Vision Pro, enabling users to merge their physical surroundings with a virtual city they build. Given the impressive mixed reality capabilities of the Vision Pro, this should be the ultimate rendition of Little Cities.
Here’s what to look forward to in Little Cities: Diorama, as shared by Purple Yonder and nDreams Studio:
A joint venture between the developer of Little Cities, Purple Yonder, and XR experts Near Light: an nDreams Studio, Little Cities: Diorama gives players the power to craft a vibrant mini-metropolis, seamlessly integrated into their real-world environment.
Little Cities has garnered significant acclaim for its innovative game design since its debut in May 2022. It was awarded the NYX Gold Award for Meta Quest – Evolving Game and has received nominations for both TIGA and MCV/DEVELOP awards.
On December 5, Little Cities will launch on Apple Arcade. Apple has also announced additional titles as part of a catalog expansion that will unfold into the new year.
In my view, Apple Vision Pro could use a standout title like Batman: Arkham Shadow. Nevertheless, Arcade has proven to be a strong medium for showcasing mixed reality and virtual reality games that truly excel on visionOS.
Another essential title for Apple Vision Pro? Synth Riders. I first encountered this game during a developer-press meetup at WWDC 2024. The development team’s passion for music was evident, especially since I was wearing a The Cure t-shirt at the time. The gameplay left a lasting impression on me. The added bonus of being included in Apple Arcade means there are no in-app purchases. Instead, the game features song packs that would typically be individual purchases on Meta’s headset.
As someone who dedicated a significant portion of my childhood to designing towns and theme parks on PlayStation and PC, I eagerly anticipate diving into Little Cities: Diorama for Apple Vision Pro next month.
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