“Heatseeker” is an innovative, and interactive way for users to learn about geothermal plants, and how they work. The user is tasked with exploring different aspects of a geothermal plant via minigames in virtual reality. Using the medium of VR, users are given more freedom of movement that allows them to immerse themselves in the world of the geothermal plant, as well as learn about the impact of decisions they make to the overall performance of the plant.
The project is designed to be both educational as well as being fun, giving users a first-hand look at the various systems involved in the plant. Our target audience is people in either a school setting or interested in learned. The "Heatseeker" project is a unique and effective tool for those seeking to understand geothermal energy and its complexities.We used the game engine Unity, anad the Universal Render Pipeline to make this VR experience look as good as it could be.