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Ascent

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Ascent

Project Team: William Zhang, Felix Choi, Jialan Dong, Joy Lim, Xiaofan Zhang, Zhanqi Yang

Instructors: Ricardo Washington, Jonathan Walton

Fall 2025

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Ascent is a VR hiking experience that uses full-body movement to turn hiking into a meditative journey. Players progress through natural environments, guided by the rhythm of their steps and the shifting scenery. More than reaching the summit, the experience emphasizes calm and reflection through the journey itself.

 

5000 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 268-2000

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