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Experiential Storytelling

Storytelling mediums are being adapted with the use of VR and other tech

Implications - While visual art, cinematography and graphic design are all traditional modes of conveying a story and message, modern technology is adapting to these mediums by integrating AR and other digital tools into the mix. From comic books that offer a virtual 360 experience to books that utilize voice-control capabilities, these adaptations showcase how traditional storytelling mediums are adapting to be not only more high-tech but also experiential in nature.
Workshop Question - What technological tools could you utilize to add more storytelling elements to your brand or services?
Trend Themes
1. Experiential Storytelling - Traditional storytelling mediums are adapting to be more high-tech and experiential in nature through the integration of AR and other digital tools.
2. Voice-controlled Storytelling - The need for more personalized ways to connect in an increasingly digital world has resulted in the development of apps that allow users to craft and share personal stories, connecting like-minded individuals.
3. Dynamic VR Comics - The blending of 3D-rendered anime with virtual reality is creating new opportunities for creating immersive and interactive manga experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Travel - The travel industry has the opportunity to offer virtual reality experiences to its customers, providing immersive travel experiences to destinations far-off, foreign or entirely fantastical.
2. Entertainment - The entertainment industry has the potential to create innovative and interactive experiences that utilize the power of virtual and augmented reality, bridging the gap between traditional media and technology.
3. Technology - The technology industry can continue to push the boundaries of virtual and augmented reality, investing in storytelling innovations that offer immersive and interactive experiences to users in various settings.
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Featured Examples

VR Graffiti Activations
VR Graffiti Activations
The Las Vegas Tourism Board Created a Virtual Experience to Boost Visits
To inspire people in London to book a trip to Las Vegas, the Las Vegas tourism board created a VR graffiti activation with the artist ‘Insa.’ As part of a three-day activation in London,... MORE
Voice-Controlled Storytelling Games
Voice-Controlled Storytelling Games
LEGO Duplos Stories Feature Digital and Physical Play
The LEGO Duplos Stories is a new feature introduced to Amazon Alexa that looks to create an interactive experience that combines storytelling and the iconic brick toys. Available on all devices that... MORE
play_circle_filledExperiential VR Film Festivals
Experiential VR Film Festivals
Seattle International Film Festival's VR Zone is Highly Anticipated
During its news report on a local VR Film Festival, The Seattle Times equates virtual reality’s integration into the world of cinema to ‘Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat’ — the... MORE
Social Storytelling Apps
Social Storytelling Apps
'miniDot' Lets You Share Personal Stories to Make Friends
It can be difficult to make new friends and authentic connections in the online world, so the ‘miniDot’ app is intended to change things up by offering users a way to share personal... MORE
play_circle_filledDynamic VR Comics
Dynamic VR Comics
Tales of Wedding Rings VR is a New Manga Experience from Square Enix
Sqaure Enix is introducing its newly released ‘Tales of Wedding Rings VR’ as a “unique and brand-new kind of manga experience,” as it blends elements of 3D-rendered anime... MORE
play_circle_filledVR Travel Series
VR Travel Series
'Discovery TRVLR' Offers a Virtual Journey to All Seven Continents
In partnership with Google, Discovery is creating an all-new virtual reality travel series called Discovery TRVLR that will take viewers on a journey across all seven continents.  The 38-... MORE
Iconic Videogame Orchestras
Iconic Videogame Orchestras
The Metal Gear Orchestra Is Finally Coming To Europe and North America
Hideo Kojima‘s Metal Gear Solid franchise has always joined together fantastic stealth action gameplay, stellar storytelling and an unforgettable soundtrack, and now fans of the series will get to... MORE

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