The Happy Wander Alterface makes a quantum leap: The Wander by Gene Jeffers
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n his “Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows,” John Koenig coined the term “Werifesteria,” meaning to wander through the forest in search of new mysteries, adventures or discoveries. No map, no set path to follow. Only your instincts and interests driving you to choose this trail or that, to stop and ponder over something of interest, moment by moment building your own unique narrative for the day.
You don’t have to imagine any longer. That future is now. Well known for their SALTO™ show control system driving themed experiences worldwide, the mages of technology at Alterface have conjured The Wander, a smart and intuitive system for designing and activating comprehensive worlds within which visitors can play and explore at the same time.
Imagine a future when designers and operators can offer that to guests, offer a seamless blend of online world and themed environment where guests roam effortlessly between the virtual and the real, each creating their own unique path through Arthurian legends or exploring discoveries in Louis Pasteur’s lab. Within such a magic forest of independent yet interlinked sensations and worlds, what dreams can be realized? What experiences will be possible? What stories can be created and treasured?
“The venue-based attraction industry is always seeking new ways to give their guests deeper, richer experiences, from theme parks to museums and aquariums to branding centers. It has been asking for greater immersive capabilities, increased visitor personalization and connections to their visitors when not on site,” says Stéphane Battaille, CEO of Alterface. “We met with a number of designers and operators and discussed their hopes, their visions of the future and found they all had come to the same conclusion we had: that something was desperately needed
Challenge accepted
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