Mobile Virtual Heritage Exploration with Heritage Hunt with a Case Study of George Town, Penang, Malaysia


World Heritage Site: Melaka and George Town, Historic Cities of the Straits of Malacca

Publication Year: 2013

Publication Type: Book chapter

Publication Identifier: WHE6ED2E07F25

Summary

A mobile virtual reality game, M-Heritage Hunt, has been successfully developed to explore heritage sites with intensive graphics, leveraging advancements in mobile technology. This application offers panoramic views of George Town's core heritage zone while integrating game elements, providing an immersive experience for users. Evaluated through user engagement in its proposed setting, the study demonstrates the potential of mobile virtual reality games as an innovative tool for heritage exploration and education.

Citation

Tan, K. L., Lim, C. K., & Talib, A. Z. b. H. (2013). Mobile Virtual Heritage Exploration with Heritage Hunt with a Case Study of George Town, Penang, Malaysia. Modern Entrepreneurship and E-Business Innovations, 115–126. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-4666-2946-2.ch009

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