Acción · 2018
Meet the Miner - WDR VR Bergwerk
Step into the shoes of a miner in Germany’s last coal mines with *Meet the Miner – WDR VR Bergwerk*. Developed by the WDR, this immersive VR experience lets players explore the harsh realities faced by miners a century ago. Using an Oculus Rift, users descend deep underground through cramped, dark tunnels, feeling the tension of each journey in a swaying elevator shaft. The game recreates the tough, dangerous work of extracting coal with a virtual pickaxe, offering a vivid look at a fading way of life. As the last German coal mines close by the end of 2018, this project preserves a piece of history through interactive storytelling. It’s more than a game—it’s a tribute to the miners’ legacy. Experience the thrill and challenge of mining life like never before. This is VR history in action.