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Mythology Meets Technology: Transforming a 2D Game into a Virtual Reality Journey for Language Reconnection

Xu, Liang orcid logoORCID: 0000-0002-2619-1883, Du, Haoyang, Jia, Songkai, Andrade, Mark, Ennis, Cathy, Uí Dhonnchadha, Elaine orcid logoORCID: 0000-0003-3448-4288 and Ward, Monica orcid logoORCID: 0000-0001-7327-1395 (2024) Mythology Meets Technology: Transforming a 2D Game into a Virtual Reality Journey for Language Reconnection. In: 2024 IEEE 3rd International Conference on Intelligent Reality (ICIR), 5-6 December 2024, Coimbra, Portugal.

Abstract
This paper explores the transformation of the 2D language learning game, Cipher, into a 3D Virtual Reality (VR) experience to enhance Irish language learning and reconnection. Despite the Irish language's official status, its use is limited in day-to-day life, necessitating innovative educational methods. The VR adaptation integrates sociocultural theory and elements of Irish folklore and mythology to create an immersive learning environment. A study with 20 participants from primary and secondary schools was undertaken to evaluate user satisfaction with the VR game. Preliminary results show that the VR version enhances engagement and motivation compared to the earlier 2D evaluations. This research demonstrates the potential of VR to create transformative educational and cultural experiences in language learning. Further research is required to investigate its impact on learning.
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Item Type:Conference or Workshop Item (Paper)
Event Type:Conference
Refereed:Yes
Uncontrolled Keywords:Adaptivity, text analysis, digital game-based language learning
Subjects:Computer Science > Interactive computer systems
Computer Science > Multimedia systems
Engineering > Virtual reality
Humanities > Irish language
Humanities > Language
Social Sciences > Educational technology
DCU Faculties and Centres:DCU Faculties and Schools > Faculty of Engineering and Computing
DCU Faculties and Schools > Faculty of Engineering and Computing > School of Computing
Research Institutes and Centres
Research Institutes and Centres > ADAPT
Research Institutes and Centres > d-real
Published in: Proceedings of the 2024 IEEE 3rd International Conference on Intelligent Reality (ICIR). . IEEE.
Publisher:IEEE
Official URL:https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10976767
Copyright Information:Author
Funders:Science Foundation Ireland
ID Code:31998
Deposited On:11 Dec 2025 13:56 by Liang Xu . Last Modified 11 Dec 2025 13:56
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