This is ASTRA | A Mixed Reality Story Telling Experience on Quest 3

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Astra Debuted at SXSW this March (2024) as an exclusive experience and now its coming to the Quest store. In this video I share the first 4 minutes of the mixed reality experience and share my thoughts on the story. This experience has broadened my interests in mixed reality for sure. Non-gaming experiences are what will push this technology forward. Games are great but films leave us with emotions and memories just the same. I'm not sure if there's a word for an interactive narrative experience but apps like Astra fit that definition. I hope you find the time to enjoy titles like this. I can't wait for more.
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@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

So I’m not very good at VR/MR “hand acting” 😅 but this experience was as cool as I tried to make it look. Let me know what you think if you check this one out when it drops. This is not sponsored my reactions to this are genuinely my own. As always thanks for watching!

@pelago_ 5 ай бұрын

Great vid mate

@YoungMoneyFuture 5 ай бұрын

MR is like the first steps into holograms, very exciting!

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Agreed!

@robertgoldbornatyout 3 ай бұрын

💯💯💯Your channel is the best one about VR. And you talk like a real person, not a character for KZbin, so nice thanks for that. Nice experience about Astra, anxious to try it💯💯💯

@orestespolisel 5 ай бұрын

Your channel is the best one about VR. And you talk like a real person, not a character for KZbin, so nice thanks for that. Nice experience about Astra, anxious to try it

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Thank man! Just trying to create what I want to see. We need more real content out here. Glad it resonates with people. 🤜🤛

@VRRat 5 ай бұрын

@@TheConstruct_VR Agreed! Have been following you for just a minute. It is nice to see something besides vr news!! 🐀

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

@@VRRat thanks! I watch those vr news channels too but I agree we didn’t need another one. They have it covered.

@AbsolutelyForward 5 ай бұрын

Wow - this is a very good example of the potential of mixed reality. Thanks for sharing. Let's hope for more virtual experiences like this.

@frierson-le2kv 5 ай бұрын

Bruh, information was great but I thought this was some kinda joke. I’m like what the hell JaRule know about vr? I’m not trying to crack on you, I’m tired and just browsing the internet and thought l was trippin’. Good information though, for real.

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

hahah thanks for watching. I get it ALL the time man. I've been stoped in airports before its crazy.

@andreato7333 5 ай бұрын

I hope more content like this to come into vr, story driven experiences and art/design interaction is what vr is a bit lacking. Also i'm wondering if the Quest 3 will get proper hand occlusion, since it has a depth sensor. Thanks for the video, nice showcase!

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Yes! I didn’t notice the hand occlusion as Much until I watched the video back but I can see them working on this. The AVP is pushing Meta to explore new things I hope this is one of them! Thanks for watching

@alowe4678 5 ай бұрын

I’m enjoying the mixed reality element of the quest 3 far more than I thought. I’m all for these slow immersive experiences that give you chance to really examine and enjoy the surroundings, thanks!

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Same here and the v64 update is making it even better!

@chuckle5253 4 ай бұрын

Any suggestions for someone looking for more MR experiences?

@TheConstruct_VR 4 ай бұрын

@@chuckle5253 depends on what you’re looking for. I have to say this one is awesome. It only runs for about 1hr but I’ve showed it to anyone I can get to out on a headset lol. Entertainment: Spatial TV or The Spatial App Games: drop dead the cabin (shoot zombies in your house! I work up a swear playing this one haha) Cubism with pass through ( a nice calm puzzle game) Espire 2 (take out bad guys in your house) There aren’t a lot of non gaming experiences that feel as cool as this one did. I’ll do a vid of the ones I find. Thanks for watching!

@Unbaguettable 5 ай бұрын

awesome video

@moibuspm 5 ай бұрын

Ive been into VR for about 10 years now. I wish there was more experiences in VR then games. Im tired of all these zombie shooters that these developers make. Im definitely getting this experience. My question is, how long is this experience??? I hope at least an hour!

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Yep it’s about 45 min (if you rush) to an hour you take your time . I agree. I’d like to see this more titles like this. Sometimes the sandbox is more important than just shooting at things.

@ChumBait 5 ай бұрын

So sick. Quality of these kind of projects has improved greatly

@bearblitz 5 ай бұрын

interesting to see this as a movie experience. Are there plans to use the tech for other narratives or are they focused on building out Astra?

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

This is one of 2 from this Astrea. They are single serve experiences. They’re meant to have a start and finish. I would imagine they’ll make more especially as the hardware gets better.

@chuckle5253 4 ай бұрын

This type of experience is what has me really excited about the future of VR/MR, definitely going to get this one - it's reminding me of "The Blue" but for mixed reality

@LilElfo 5 ай бұрын

❤

@ZeroKirbyPlays 5 ай бұрын

I've gotta admit I've been kinda sleeping on VR in general myself, but augmented/mixed reality is something I've been interested in for a while. It's something I see a lot of interesting potential in, and this illustrates exactly why. Of course, as a kid, I'd always wanted my trading cards to come to life and this is how I see that eventually happening, but now, even something as simple as just loading a 3D model that I can mess with and pose on my "desk", and use as a reference while drawing, or even projecting stuff like perspective grids or panel layouts onto the page itself so I can focus more on what I want to draw, and worry less about the technicals of doing it... that sort of thing has me very excited. Sure, my wants are somewhat unambitious compared to big projects like this one, but it's big projects like this one that provide the momentum for the smaller ones I really want to see happen.

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Yes, this is a great moment in tech for sure.!

@espirite 5 ай бұрын

I didn't watch the whole video - just skipped a few bits. Even though you were being sensitive to spoilers i still didn't want to spoil anything since i know i'll be getting this game. However..... i hadn't seen your channel before and i love your presentation and style so definitely subscribed after skimming through this vid.

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! And I totally understand. The experience isn’t super long so the more you see with fresh eyes the better. I didn’t want to do random flashes so I settled on the intro. Welcome to The Construct!

@SuperPaiku 5 ай бұрын

great! my two yo son is crazy about planets and especially jupiter. he's too young to use the quest, but now i can show him his daddy going to jupiter. 😄

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Hahaha yes! I love it.

@carlstevens6670 5 ай бұрын

Dude... you a very good job of explaining MR/VR. I have experienced a little of ASTRA and I look forward to see where the story take me.

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Thanks ! Enjoy I loved it. Only wished it was longer.

@ZorkVirtualReality 5 ай бұрын

I wondered if games and experiences would use the mixed reality component of the Q3. This is a promising way to do just that. What a great immersive tool for storytelling and furthering the VR experience!

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Agreed! So many applications

@yoric7200 5 ай бұрын

Stumbled across one of your videos for the first time. Have only listened to 10s so far, but was struck by that voice. I'm only watching on a smart phone, and it sounds like surround sound or something. You might already be doing this, but you should def look to get some voiceover work.

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Thanks! I’ve been told that before but never got into it. Curiosity unlocked🙂. Thanks for watching

@DigThat32 5 ай бұрын

Very cool. Give me a Star Trek DS9 / TNG experience

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Exactly!! This is what Star Trek: Bridge Crew should have felt like.

@DigThat32 5 ай бұрын

@@TheConstruct_VR Facts. Could use some mod luv.

@six3sin 5 ай бұрын

Brings closer to that Star Trek VR game that takes you from space dock to the Enterprise.

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Exactly what I thought when NORI asked me to go to the teleporter

@YeetusPlayz 5 ай бұрын

Hey man really great video as always. Do you think you could give me a referral link to the game so I get 25% off and you get $5 store credit?

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

I wish! But I think that only works when I buy the game. Since the studio gave me an early access copy I don’t see the link to refer this one in my library.

@toddgraves3447 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for showing us more of what this will be. I'm interested in it, but the trailer really didn't show enough to tell me what it was like. This looks like something I might like. Thanks

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@moyenaak 5 ай бұрын

This is so amazing 😍

@hakjie1112 5 ай бұрын

Your vids have a good vibe, maybe because how relaxed you are talking.

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Thanks! I feel like I would sound weird if I tried to force the “excited” voice.

@TheInsaneupsdriver 5 ай бұрын

they'll have to change the name of astra, it's already in use by a windows multiseat software.

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

It’s also a team at NASA. It’s all over the place it seams. Since it’s only an entertainment experience and not a live service I doubt it will make much difference.

@mdsf01 5 ай бұрын

Cool MR experience. Thanks for sharing something with an intellectual aspect.

@SpaceDust_97 5 ай бұрын

Great video! Super cool to get a solid rundown of what to expect with Astra! I loved Spheres, and even got goosebumps and creeped out (in a good way) from Spheres, so this has got to be amazing too!

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Yes! The only thing I didn’t like about it was that I wish it was longer.

@urbanvr 5 ай бұрын

Nice

@brewokgamingreal 4 ай бұрын

amazing

@emgee44 4 күн бұрын

This does look interesting, how long does it run / take and can you re-play it and get a different outcome? A lot of what I've seen so far on the Quest is good but also looks more like tech demos, I guess we're still in the early stages of VR gaming/ apps. Reminds me of the early days of PC's when's games were very basic, literally 😅

@TheConstruct_VR 4 күн бұрын

@@emgee44 this is just a story it runs for about 45 min but there’s 0 replay ability. It’s not really a game. If you want to get away from “tech demo” style games you’ll want to go for larger titles. Like for example I would recommend lone echo on pcVR for a VERY epic space saga. For stand alone the walking dead saints and sinners is awesome. Asgards wrath II if you’re into that sort of thing. Half Life Alyx on PC VR is the holy grail right now. But there’s some good stuff coming this year But yes there’s a lot of “let’s just see what we can put in VR” stuff out there. 😁 it’s not just you.

@emgee44 4 күн бұрын

@@TheConstruct_VR Thanks for the reply, I've recently got HL Alyx and two of the Red Matter games which were on offer on Steam. A friend has the old Rift and a copy of Lone Echo. That game was amazing but I wasn't sure if it could run/ install it on my Quest 3, especially as it's no longer supported by Meta. I would definitely get that. I've had to upgrade my graphics card to run these games but had time to install it due work etc, my brother has a Quest 3 so I know how good HL Alyx is.

@TheConstruct_VR 4 күн бұрын

@@emgee44 cool teach the rift/pc version of Lone Echo and Lone echo 2 work for PcVR. Amazing games. The problem with stand alone is that it’s hard to get so much on the headset. I’m looking forward to Batman and Metro Awakening for standalone block busters. No problem, thanks for watching and stopping by the comments!

@ValtyVR 5 ай бұрын

Dude. Your video is so damn calming it's amazing. I love it!

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

😃 Thanks!! 🧘🏽

@reality-rise 5 ай бұрын

Awesome video, as a fellow VR-tuber, it's amazing to see smaller KZbinrs given the chance to try out these amazing upcoming VR games!

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Glad to have you in this space! People need to see how awesome this tech can be.

@theceruleandolphin2829 5 ай бұрын

Love this guy, such warm presentation style. Keep at it buddy.

@Pankly 5 ай бұрын

Personally the app title isn’t what brought me here, just letting you know that it was yourself and the thumbnail with the title. You grabbed my attention perfectly. You got that it’s him vibe, easy new sub 🥰

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Thanks and welcome!

@FarrLokison 5 ай бұрын

Just discovered your channel, been watching a few of your videos. You def have a new loyal subscriber. I was going to ask if you have ever messed around with Meta TV on the Quest? I recently discovered Immersive Quest Series, specifically Eli Roths 'The Faceless Lady'. Its a game changer, i felt like i was there inside the show. I looked up if any VR youtubers have ever discussed Meta TV, and the potential for Immersive movies and series and i have not found a single one. Would be awesome if you checked it out and did a video on Meta TV and just Immersive series period.

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Welcome to the channel! Yes I’ve been on quest since the quest 2 launch. I’ve seen a bunch of immersive videos. The issue for me was always clarity and resolution. I’d like to revisit it now with newer hardware. Especially seeing what we have with 8k streaming on the KZbin app. This video seems to be resonating with people so another one exploring Meta TV and 360 films in general will be on the way! Thanks for your support.

@FarrLokison 5 ай бұрын

@@TheConstruct_VR Cant wait brother! Keep it up, you have alot of growth potential.

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

@@FarrLokison 👊🏽

@kolo5141 5 ай бұрын

You know what would be fun in MR? Jumanji.

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

OMG YES!!!

@kimlovesfun 5 ай бұрын

Soooo very cool, my kinda VR experience ✨ Excellent review !!

@Kukurio 5 ай бұрын

I also tried it and am releasing a video for this tomorrow since that's when it comes out. Do you know if it's free? I can't find a price.

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

l didn't get any info on price either. I would imagine its the same as Spheres ( $9.99 )

@Kukurio 5 ай бұрын

@@TheConstruct_VR that makes sense, thanks!

@dakcn 5 ай бұрын

Great review! Thanks. My elderly mother is in a wheel chair and I think she would really like this. Do you think this would work well for someone wheel chair bound? Checked out your other videos and I think your are really good at this. Hope you stick with it.

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Yes! The only part I worry about is box on the floor at the beginning. The Accessibility options will allows her wheelchair height to match the standing height. Just make sure she has enough space in the setup. The back and forth you see me do from the console to the teleporter is the only movement required through the whole experience. Just kneeling down to search through the box may be a bit awkward. Thanks for your kind words! The support has been great and it encourages me to keep going? Cheers!

@TheConstruct_VR 4 ай бұрын

Hey there I hope you’re doing well just wanted to let you know they’ve added seated mode to Astra!

@dakcn 4 ай бұрын

@@TheConstruct_VR Wonderful! Thanks for the update. Going to give it a try.

@jimbob0702 4 ай бұрын

I was struggling to do the set up.. :/ said something about pick a wall.. & wouldn't let me. So dunno. Can't even get in the game due to it wouldn't pick a main wall or something :/

@TheConstruct_VR 4 ай бұрын

Yeah! It was a bit confusing you have to stop and stare at that main wall and wait for that white circle to fill up. Other had that problem too.

@jimbob0702 4 ай бұрын

The circle was already full.. :S I dunno what to do. Confusing. Still not got in the game. Is it a bug?

@TheConstruct_VR 4 ай бұрын

@@jimbob0702 odd perhaps but most people just weren’t staying still long enough for that circle to complete. All I can think of is to clear your spatial data for that room and start over to set up those walls again. Sorry you’re having so much trouble man.

@chrispriest1904 4 ай бұрын

i couldn't get the cardboard box out of my couch,other than that cool

@TheConstruct_VR 4 ай бұрын

😀. I think the recent update helps if you add the couch to your spatial data it will try not to put stuff there.

@charlesfoster7151 5 ай бұрын

Really looking forward to Astra. Thank you for sharing.

@c6jones720 5 ай бұрын

This looks great, but I wonder do you have the ability to rescan the room layout if things end up being put in the wrong place?

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

It asks you every time you start the game if you want to update your room set up. The run time is only about an hour , maybe a little more if you like looking around. So I think this is only a problem for replays or taking it to another room.

@WOojerVest3andQuest3onMe 5 ай бұрын

This looks cool! I appreciate the heads-up. I will definitely have to give this a try.

@The_darkside_of 5 ай бұрын

Makes me love the Meta Quest 3 more and more everyday!

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Right!?! Such a value of entertainment

@sazomedia 5 ай бұрын

This experience seems so cool! I gotta get it when it launches!

@justusheck8221 5 ай бұрын

Thats the only App in my Meta wishlist

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

I must admit, I’m on the search for non gaming experiences now! Haha

@dianneshehadeh607 Ай бұрын

How do you pick things up so easy?

@TheConstruct_VR Ай бұрын

@@dianneshehadeh607 it’s tempting to pretend to hold the shape of the thing you pick up but the quest is still looking for you to pinch your fingers closed. I hope that helps

@jean-francoisjacob 5 ай бұрын

Hello, very nice mR experience, I love mR thanks

@lamaking5956 5 ай бұрын

Will definitely be getting this! Seeing this type of experience excites me even more for the quest 4 or any upcoming meta headset we will be getting in the future, the quest 3 capabilities are amazing and maybe even with future updates hands will be cast over MR objects for a more immersive experience, it just excites me for VR as a whole and purely what will be available in he future, great video! much love

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Truly a cool time to be alive to experience this tech. And to think this is a bad as it will ever be.

@SjaakSchulteis 5 ай бұрын

I will try it out (if the price is right)... looks great. I'm interested in astronomy, science fiction and VR, what better combination than that?

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Yes price is important. I wouldn’t pay as much as a game for one of these. The last one was 9.99 so I’m not too worried. For the price of a carnival ride and a hot dog this one hour -ish experience is worth it 100%. Sounds like this one hits the trifecta for you!

@LucasSilva-js4kp 5 ай бұрын

That's what I'm talking about! The kind of experience that we should be seeing more often from now on! This could be a game changer

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Yes! We need to see more stuff like this. As the tech moves forward this will only get better

@BeatzCreations 5 ай бұрын

Ive been loving the MR experiences (been in vr for around 5 yrs now) Love my science fiction / space and that genre / theme so as soon as i seen this i was buzzin. Cant wait to see the whole experience as also everything is so much better inside the headset! Looking forward to the 25th!

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

Yes this one was pretty cool. As I mentioned in the video it’s really narrative focused. And you’re right.. just seeing your room transform into a space ship is just so freaking cool 😄 I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

@BeatzCreations 5 ай бұрын

@@TheConstruct_VR im sure will 🤘😁🤘 Now they just need to sort out the occlusion when your arms are infront of objects etc (like when you was holding the tape player) They nail that and i think ill prefer VR / MR to the real world 🤣👊

@TheConstruct_VR 5 ай бұрын

@@BeatzCreations 😂😂 yeah I noticed that more in the recording than I did while in the experience. But occlusion is a must in mixed reality at this point.