Mirage-VR

Synopsis

Mirage is an interactive Virtual Reality storytelling experience of a young girl who is battling depression and anxiety. Set in a desert landscape, it is a metaphoric and stylized adaptation with visuals created by the artist Naima Karim’s painting style and lived experience with her daughter’s depression and anxiety. The audience embarks on an immersive journey through the young girl’s mind, using hand-tracking interactivity, spatial sound design, and a haptic vest. With hand-tracking interaction, they will be encouraged to support her through her challenges. However, accepting struggles and accepting help from others is not easy for a person suffering from depression and anxiety. Mirage sheds light on the often misunderstood realities of depression and anxiety, inspiring empathy and understanding. With this interactive virtual reality experience, Naima wants to spark a conversation and encourage people to offer help and support to those struggling with depression and anxiety.