Fantasy Futures: Guardians of Oxford

A free, family-friendly, monster-themed interactive experience featuring the latest motion capture and Extended Reality (XR) technologies.

Seamlessly blending the real world and computer-generated content, Fantasy Futures takes you on a journey through Oxford – but not as you know it. The city’s gargoyles have guarded it for centuries – now they are locked in a battle with ancient and modern enemies to protect the dreaming spires from a new threat.

Can you work together and help save the city – now, and for the future?

Step inside our customised city centre venue, where you’ll be led through a multisensory, gamified environment, guided by our real-world helpers and your virtual gargoyle friends.

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Suitable for ages 8+. Young people under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Bring your friends! Groups of up to 10 people can take part together.

Fantasy Futures is inspired by research from the University of Oxford.

We are very grateful for the support of: The Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies, Fusion Arts, The Mocap Academy, Vicon, Ian Wallman photography.

LOCATION: This event takes place in the heart of Oxford city centre, at the intersection of Cornmarket Street and George Street.

Find out more at the project page.