The Version 1.2 update to Medium introduced a range of new features, including one called Studio Share, which lets friends work together on the creation of artwork in a shared virtual space.
The multiplayer feature allows friends to connect, talk and even view one another's sculptures coming to life in real-time. While it is not possible for two individuals to work on the same model at the same time together, the new feature does allow users to work alongside one another while creating their own works of art.
While there are plenty of VR art creation tools on the market such as Quill, Tilt Brush and Blocks, this update makes Medium the first of its kind to offer a multiplayer option. Some of the other new tools to be launched in Version 1.2 include a Move Tool, Reference Meshes and Manipulators to precisely rotate and scale objects.
Collaborative VR Studios
Medium's 'Studio Share' Lets Artists Sculpt Together in Virtual Reality
Trend Themes
1. Collaborative Virtual Reality - The Studio Share feature in Medium's Version 1.2 update enables artists to work together on artwork in a shared virtual space, highlighting the trend of collaborative virtual reality.
2. Real-time Sculpting - Medium's multiplayer feature allows artists to view and interact with each other's sculptures in real-time, showcasing the trend of real-time sculpting in virtual reality.
3. Multiplayer VR Art Creation - Medium becomes the first VR art creation tool to offer a multiplayer option, reflecting the trend of multiplayer experiences in the virtual reality industry.
Industry Implications
1. Virtual Reality - The collaborative VR studio trend presents opportunities for VR companies to develop platforms and tools that facilitate real-time collaboration among artists.
2. Art and Design - The adoption of collaborative virtual reality in art creation opens up disruptive innovation opportunities for the art and design industry, allowing for new forms of collaboration and creativity.
3. Software Development - The demand for multiplayer VR art creation tools can drive further innovation in software development, particularly in creating seamless and interactive experiences for artists.