Building Fun Experiments with WebXR & Babylon.js – David Rousset, JS GameDev Summit 2022

Discover how to build fun experiments with WebXR and Babylon.js, enabling virtual and augmented reality experiences with just one line of code, and explore its applications in e-commerce, gaming, and more.

Key takeaways
  • WebXR is a web API that enables both virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) experiences.
  • Babylon.js is a 3D engine that runs on top of WebGL and supports WebXR.
  • One line of code can enable a VR experience in Babylon.js.
  • WebXR supports various hardware, including Oculus Quest 2, HTC Vive, Valve Index, and HoloLens 2.
  • Babylon.js provides dynamic texture support and allows for stereoscopic rendering.
  • The WebXR extension is available in Chrome and Edge browsers.
  • WebXR can be used for e-commerce, gaming, and other scenarios.
  • Babylon.js supports WebGPU and is compatible with TypeScript.
  • Azure Communication Services can be used to enable virtual calls in WebXR.
  • Microsoft products, including SharePoint and Teams, use Babylon.js and WebXR.
  • Mixed reality toolkit (MRTK) is being developed to work with WebXR.