Swish XR creates immersive basketball system with BenQ projection

El sistema XR Hooper, developed by Swish XR uses an array of four LH850ST laser projectors BenQ, synchronized to create a 360º stadium atmosphere, transforming each shot into an interactive experience.

The immersive game developer Swish XR has presented XR Hooper, the first Extended Reality Basketball Trading Experience what, unlike traditional virtual reality, does not require glasses or visors: Players simply enter the court and are instantly immersed in a large scale digital stadium.

This compact basketball simulator occupies only 15,5 m², to adapt to numerous installations, what it uses for projection screens and immersive 5D effects, like moving floors and wind sensations, for all types of audiences to enjoy.

The XR Hooper system employs a array of four BenQ LH850ST simulation laser projectors, each with a power of 4.000 lumens and color calibration technology, synchronized to create an atmosphere of 360º stadium, transforming each shot into an interactive experience.

From shooting baskets that launch virtual cannons, until fighting zombies with basketballs in the Zombie Island, going through adding points in the challenge Swish Stadium, XR Hooper gamifies this sport into exciting matches of 5 minutes long.

“XR Hooper represents a new way for both fans and players to enjoy the game, fusing the excitement of basketball with the possibilities of extended reality”, states Luis Romo, Swish XR President and COO.

XR Hooper's hardware “is modular, robust and is designed to settle in quickly at events, from resorts to conferences and sporting events professionals -adds Romo-. We wanted to build something elegant, Durable and fun that could be installed anywhere”.

A fundamental element to make this system possible are the projectors the BenQ, "are robustness, color performance and ease of use ensure a consistent gaming experience. We have demanded a lot from these teams, even in outdoor environments with temperatures above 100º, and they have proven to be very reliable”, Subraya Romo.

XR Hooper's debut has been made in Evermore Orlando Resort, an American luxury hotel offering large groups and families modern accommodation and entertainment options.

As pointed out Kimi Bengel, Evermore Resorts Recreation Director, “Our team is very excited to offer our guests this new way to play basketball. “We are always looking for ways to improve our guests' experience and we thought the addition of XR Hooper was the perfect solution.”.

To Bob Wudeck, Senior Director of Business Development at BenQ, “It's amazing to see how companies like Swish XR can bring sports to life virtually. We're excited to see our projectors powering this next-generation basketball experience., demonstrating how projection can transform any space into a dynamic and interactive game”.