A virtual outdoor shopping experience
Created by Mallrats
Group Members: Kyle Cortez, Gina Abascal, Duncan Fuller, Keith Vincent Kamer, Zhengxiao Wang
Malls were once the epicenter of shopping culture, but their popularity has declined with the rise of online shopping. However, online shopping lacks the immersive and social experience of visiting a mall. Futuramall bridges this gap by offering a virtual shopping environment that blends the convenience of e-commerce with the ambiance of a physical mall—reimagined in a serene outdoor setting.
Futuramall is set in a peaceful valley surrounded by mountains. At the center lies a pond with a fountain, encircled by four themed vendor tents:
- 🪑 Furniture
- 🏺 Vases & Pottery
- 🗿 Statues & Figures
- 🛠️ Tools
- Trees, bushes, flowers, and rocks scattered throughout
- Birds flying overhead and fish swimming in the pond
- A bench overlooking the pond for scenic relaxation
- Movement:
W,A,S,D - Sprint:
Shift - Jump:
Space - Pick Up Objects:
E - Sound Effects: Movement sounds enhance immersion
- Unity – Game engine used to build the environment
- C# – Scripting language for interactions and mechanics
- Online shoppers seeking immersive experiences
- Vendors looking for creative product showcases
- Developers interested in virtual retail environments
- 📈 Increased online sales for vendors
- 💰 New revenue streams for companies hosting virtual malls
- 😊 Enhanced customer satisfaction through immersive shopping
Include visuals of the environment, tents, and interactions.