We have EPIC News!

We’re thrilled to announce that we have been selected as an Epic MegaGrant recipient for our innovative VR experience—the NorQuest IV Medication Administration project!

What is an Epic MegaGrant?

We develop virtual reality applications using Unreal Engine, a powerful game engine owned by Epic Games. To support developers, educators, and media creators, Epic Games launched the Epic MegaGrants program. This initiative funds groundbreaking projects that push the boundaries of VR experiences, game development, and digital media.

Through this program, Epic Games fosters technological innovation, creativity, and community growth.

Creating a High-Impact VR Experience

NorQuest College approached us to create a virtual reality application that supports their Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program. Their goal was to help students practice the critical steps of IV medication administration in a safe, controlled environment.

This procedure is complex and high-risk, requiring:

  • Mastery of multiple tools and apparatus.
  • Navigation between different medical locations.
  • Careful interpretation of doctors’ orders and documentation.
  • Precision and dexterity in preparation and administration.

Experience it for yourself!

Experience the Virtual Reality Application Firsthand

To make the VR experience as realistic as possible, we developed an open-world environment that mimics a real hospital. Using Unreal Engine and the VRExpansionPlugin, we created detailed, interactive tools and props that behave just like their real-world counterparts.

Students can:

  • Interact naturally with medical tools.
  • Follow realistic procedural steps.
  • Receive immediate feedback on their performance.

Our custom game logic allows students to move fluidly through the procedure. Each session is tracked, and students receive a detailed report showing their correct actions and any missed steps. This tracking system helps students refine their technique, encouraging repetition until they achieve a perfect score.

A Huge Thank You to Epic Games!

We’re incredibly grateful to Epic Games and Unreal Engine for their support. Their recognition of our work fuels our commitment to expanding virtual reality applications in education. The potential for this technology is limitless, and we’re excited to keep pushing the boundaries of VR learning.