Wayfinding in immersive virtual environments as social activity supported by virtual agents
Andrea Bönsch,
Jonathan Ehret,
Daniel Rupp
et al.
Abstract:Effective navigation and interaction within immersive virtual environments (IVEs) rely on thorough scene exploration. Therefore, wayfinding is essential, assisting users in comprehending their surroundings, planning routes, and making informed decisions. Based on real-life observations, wayfinding is, thereby, not only a cognitive process but also a social activity profoundly influenced by the presence and behaviors of others. In virtual environments, these “others” are virtual agents (VAs), defined as anthrop… Show more
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