A four-day event Friday, Jan. 17 through Monday, Jan. 20, Otronicon is a celebration of interactive technology’s role in how we live, learn, work and play. The event features larger-than-life video game experiences, state-of-the-art medical and military simulators, workshops taught by industry pros, and so much more! The event has the opportunity to inspire a child’s interest in science and tech careers through the appeal of video games, interactive technology and virtual reality.
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· Microsoft and Sony present the latest in video game and home entertainment consoles with the Xbox One and PlayStation 4, respectively. In addition, check out Microsoft’s Surface Pro 2 and Sony’s Personal 3D HDTV Viewer.
· Witness incredible exoskeleton technology in action. Lockheed Martin will showcase the HULC suit: an exoskeleton that helps dismounted warfighters carry heavy combat loads. And a pioneer of this technology, Ekso Bionics, will demonstrate the bionic suit that allows those who are wheelchair-bound to walk again.
· The UCF School of Visual Arts & Design and E2i Creative Studio present the first-ever Otronicon Game Jam, a 48-hour event that challenges teams of game designers to create a playable game on the Oculus Rift.
YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS…
· Microsoft will raffle an Xbox One system all four days for guests to win.
· Adult-targeted offerings on Friday and Saturday evening include a nerdy burlesque show by Skill Focus, a cash bar provided by Tuxedo Catering and geek trivia courtesy of The Cloak and Blaster. Live music with the band A Brilliant Lie will excite audiences on Saturday night only.
· Wearable technology — like Google Glass — is all the rage. Listen to pioneers leading the way in a special presentation and discover the impact wearable devices will have on our everyday lives.
· Discover how to make robots dance Gangnam Style with Robotis’ Bioloid Premium: an educational robot kit that teaches the basics of robotic structure and the principles of joints and movement.
· Get noticed in the Cosplay Contest. Dress as your favorite character from a video game, movie or any other pop culture source to win prizes.
· Vote for your favorite local filmmakers’ short film in the FilmSlam on Saturday.
PAST FAVORITES RETURN
· EA SPORTS spotlights the many exciting aspects of game development.
· Walt Disney World Resort shows how they use simulation to design rides and attractions.
· Florida Hospital for Children presents Medical Sim City where guests can go hands-on with the same multimillion dollar technology that doctors use — medical degree not required.
· Enter for a chance to win cash prizes with the return of gaming competitions presented by Powder Keg Games.
· Explore the virtual reality environment of the Virtusphere.
· Engage in outdoor laser tag courtesy of Battlefield Live Orlando.
· Play video games on everything from retro arcades to next-gen consoles.
· Explore video game-inspired art in the Artronica exhibit.
· Take a class in video game design, learn to solder and connect with industry professionals to discover the growing career opportunities in your own backyard.
· Take a break and catch a flick in the Digital Adventure Theater: A National Geographic Experience including “Wreck-It Ralph 3D” or “Pacific Rim 3D.”
COST, HOURS & MORE
Admission to Otronicon is $19 for adults and $13 for youth (ages 3-11). Tickets also include access to the new traveling exhibit “Zoom Into Nano,” giant screen and 3-D educational films, one Hollywood feature-length film, and live programming. Science Center members can experience Otronicon for free.
Otronicon is open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17 and Saturday, Jan. 18; and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 19 and Monday, Jan. 20.
For more information, please call 407-514-2000 or visit www.otronicon.org.
