A guide on optimizing 3D models, materials, textures, lighting, and rendering for VR architectural visualization using Unreal Engine and deploying on Meta Quest.
Google Maps into Anime – Real-time Stable Diffusion & ComfyUI
Let’s turn Google Maps into anime real-time using Stable Diffusion and ComfyUI. Capture a section of the screen and use that to generate the image.
Running Open Large Language Models Locally
Quickstart guide on how to run open large language models (LLMs) on your local computer. I also talk about their history and use cases,
Pixel Streaming with Unreal Engine on AWS
Unreal Engine Pixel Streaming on AWS. Pixel Streaming allows users to interact with Unreal Engine apps through the web browser. No need to install anything on desktop or mobile. Just send a web link to someone.
Unreal Engine Build Automation with Jenkins
Automate Unreal Engine build process by setting up a Jenkins server. Pushing an update into your repository triggers a build sequence, packages the build, zips it, and distributes it to users of your choice.
Unreal Engine Dedicated Game Server on Amazon EC2
A short guide on how to deploy dedicated game servers on an Amazon EC2 Instance. This is a great option for quick multiplayer prototyping.
Creating a VR Multiplayer App in Unity
VR multiplayer in Unity with avatar and map selection. I used Photon for multiplayer and Final IK for full-body animation.
VR Async Loading Screen
Here’s a short guide on how to set up a simple asynchronous loading screen between levels for VR in Unreal Engine. Also uses level streaming.
Protecting Unity App Against Hackers
Here is a guide on how to protect your Unity application from hackers. It is recommended to design your app with security in mind from the very beginning.
Unreal Engine VR Multiplayer with Photon Cloud
A reference guide for setting up VR multiplayer using Photon Cloud, Voice and Chat – Multiplayer plugin for Unreal Engine by xixgames.
Video call in VR using Agora SDK
Testing video calls in virtual reality using Agora Video SDK for Unity. I’m using a desktop user (HTC Vive) and a mobile user (Google Pixel 2XL).
Unreal Engine Multiplayer with Photon Cloud
A reference guide for Photon Cloud, Voice and Chat – Multiplayer plugin by xixgames. You can use this plugin to quickly add multiplayer to simple apps.
Creating the Metaverse with Omniscape
Our team at Transmira, Inc. is creating the Metaverse with Omniscape, a platform that blends AR, VR, and real-world locations together with monetization tools for businesses and content creators. Powered by blockchain.
The Gabmeister Resources
This page is a collection of links that have helped me throughout my career as a VR, AR, Unreal Engine, and Unity Developer. It covers mostly intermediate-advanced topics.
AR Bitcoin Price with Twitter Integration
AR Bitcoin Price with Twitter integration. I used Twitter API v2 to get the tweets and CoinDesk public API to get Bitcoin price.
Portal Transition Effect using Level Streaming
Portal transition effect between levels using level streaming. Inspired by Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart. Featured in 80 Level.
Creating an Action-Adventure Game in Unity
A study on the different gameplay systems involved in an action-adventure game in Unity. My goal was to learn how these elements work together.
Flight Simulator VR Prototype using Cesium for Unreal Engine
Currently working on a flight simulator prototype in UE4 using the Cesium plugin. I’m planning to add procedural foliage and perhaps VR support sometime in the future.
3D Geospatial Landscapes with Cesium for Unreal Engine
I experimented with 3D geospatial landscapes using the Cesium for Unreal plugin. Here’s a quick guide on how I set up the terrain, lighting, atmosphere, clouds, and post-processing.
Recommended Unity / Unreal Dev YouTube Channels
A list of Unity and Unreal YouTube channels that discuss intermediate-advanced topics often not covered by other more popular channels.