New Darth Vader virtual reality series coming out in 2019
Lucasfilm has finally found a way to immerse someone totally into a Star Wars episode with the unveiling on a highly anticipated virtual reality project, “Vader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series.”
The first episode of the three-part series is set to launch in 2019 on the newly announced Oculus Quest.
“As a lifelong Star Wars fan, working with ILMxLAB on an untold Vader story is a dream come true. The experience is designed to be ‘immersive first,’ meaning that from its inception, this three-part series has been conceived and executed specifically for the VR medium,” David S. Goyer, writer and executive producer, said in a news release.
“Whether it’s hearing Darth Vader’s breathing behind you and physically turning to face him in person or wielding a lightsaber with your own hands, Vader Immortal captures the ultimate wish fulfillment,” says Colum Slevin, head of experiences at Oculus. “Untethered VR immerses you in this universe and places you at the center of this amazing story.”
The series takes place between” Star Wars – Episode III: Revenge of the Sith” and “Star Wars – Episode IV: A New Hope,” and is connected to ILMxLAB and The VOID’s location-based hyper-reality experience Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire.
Here’s the trailer.
