Augmented Reality Games – A whole new paradigm

Mobile Application Development has seen an ultimate technology change in recent times. One of such change is the Augmented Reality (AR) Technology. It is a very advanced technology but is in main stream now due to the launch of Augmented Reality based Mobile Games. Augmented Reality based games have made the co-existence of real and virtual objects possible in immersive game environments. It enhances the players gaming experience and provides new and exciting ways to control his actions, through position and 3D movement. Augmented Reality has not only taken mobile gaming platform to a whole new paradigm but also added a significant value to handheld devices as for AG games, handheld devices are considered as the best option. Most of these devices have a camera on their back, just behind the screen, which is the only way to achieve see-through effect at mass-market cost. AR based games could be developed by programmers and developers having the required skill set. Although not much in terms of skill set is defined but the basic technical literacy is mandatory like, advanced computer vision skills, 3D modeling (including texturing, shading and rendering), desktop/web/mobile programming, preferred programming languages are usually C++ and C# (can vary according to the platform), passion for pushing the boundaries of new technologies, etc. Augmented Reality has not only influenced our entertainment world but also has enlightened us by providing information in most entertaining ways. For instance, we have such pair of glasses available in market that shows description of the monuments you cross while wearing them. Similarly, you can use iPads or tablets or Smartphones with apps that can show you Wikipedia details of any building or street of object you mark. Thus, you get knowledge mixed with recreation. Augmented Reality Technology could be used in many other domains as well like medical, entertainment, military training, engineering design, robotics and telerobotics, etc. When it is used in domains like medical and military training, its utility increase several folds as in these domains it serves the humanity and helps doctors and soldiers to serve their country and community well. Thus, Augmented Reality has shown us a very fine view of how the technology will enhance each and every aspect of our lives in coming future. This has also paved way for AR based developers and programmers by making them hot commodity in technological job market. Everyone wants to hire dedicated and experienced AR developers to be equipped with related products for future demand.