Ngong Ping 360 Launches Brand New VR 360 Free Limited Time Trial
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CA04/2018 Press Release Ngong Ping 360 launches brand new VR 360 Free limited time trial entertainment of 4 main VR and multi-media interactive games for guests An assembly of elites from local tourism, film, fashion and creative technology industries to forge the newest attraction rich in Hong Kong authenticity Embarks on breathtaking adventure with Hong Kong made animated film character - Wuba (Hong Kong, 8 February 2018) Ngong Ping 360 always strives to promote the sustainable development of Hong Kong’s tourism industry and provide guests with exciting sensory tourism experiences. Ngong Ping 360 upholds the mission of supporting local films, the local creative industry and local start-ups. Having collaborated with Edko Films Ltd. for its movie Monster Hunt in 2015, Ngong Ping 360 has again collaborated on Monster Hunt 2, teaming up with Hong Kong’s world-renowned international fashion designer Vivienne Tam and a local innovative technology start-up to present a new attraction, VR 360. This novel crossover project, which blends tourism, film, fashion and innovative technology, will open on 9 February. The introduction of the first motion-detection Active VR system in Hong Kong will enable guests to experience an adventure with Wuba, the main character in Monster Hunt 2. Novel crossover project involving local tourism, film, fashion and innovative technology elites Ngong Ping 360, Executive Director of Edko Films Ltd. and Monster Hunt financier Mr Bill Kong, and Vivienne Tam have something in common: they have Hong Kong origins but have achieved international acclaim. Ngong Ping 360 is one of a kind in Asia and has been recognised as among the world’s 10 best cable car experiences by the international media, including The Daily Telegraph in the UK, CNN.com in the USA and USA Today. Mr Kong is dedicated to promoting Hong Kong films to the international film industry. He has been named “The Most Influential Independent Distributor in Asia” and rated “The Most Successful Producer in Asia” by Time magazine. Vivienne Tam has been named among the “25 Top Chinese-Americans in Business” by Forbes magazine. Added to this impressive trio is the Hong Kong start-up corporation, which is staffed by a host of local talent in creative design, digital marketing and computer software design, and is responsible for creating VR 360. This cross-sector collaboration demonstrates the flexibility and team spirit of the Hong Kong people, and VR 360 will thus support the development of the local tourism, film, fashion and creative industries. The opening ceremony of VR 360 was held today. The officiating guests included Dr Stella Kwan, Managing Director of Ngong Ping 360, Mr Edward Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Ms Becky Ip, Deputy Executive Director of Hong Kong Tourism Board, Mr Bill Kong, Executive Director of Edko Films Ltd., and Mr Pakho Chau and Ms Cherry Ngan, Monster Hunt 2 voice artists for the main casts. At the ceremony, Dr Kwan expressed her pleasure about the collaboration with the representatives from various sectors in Hong Kong. She said that “there are many talents in Hong Kong. Mr Kong and Ms Tam show the fighting spirit of the Hong Kong people. They have made names for themselves in the international film and fashion industries and have become the pride of Hong Kong. As a world-class tourist attraction, Ngong Ping 360 has always been an advocate for the local creative industry. VR 360 is a collaboration with a group of young people full of ideas and energy. It is wonderful that the project can offer a number of unique multi-media games in a limited space. This fully reflects the creativity and flexibility of the Hong Kong people”. Dr Kwan went on to say that “to tie in with the government’s recent ‘Development Blueprint for Hong Kong's Tourism Industry’, we have worked on this HK$4 million project for a year to support local creativity and smart tourism. VR 360 shows a number of scenes with Hong Kong characteristics, and we hope to bring guests a brand new Hong-Kong-style travel experience. This crossover project is expected to attract local and overseas visits and to add new elements to Hong Kong’s tourism industry”. Mr Yau said as one of the most important tourist attractions in Hong Kong, Ngong Ping 360 strives to provide high quality service to its visitors. With the completion of the Rope Replacement Project in 2017, Ngong Ping 360 is set to provide visitors and the public with a safer, more reliable and comfortable cable car service. He believed that the opening of VR 360 will attract even more visitors to try this cable car journey which has been recognised by the overseas tourism sector and media as one of the 10 most amazing rides around the world. Ms Ip said that the Hong Kong Tourism Board fully supports the project. “The Board strives to speed up Hong Kong’s tourism development and is dedicated to promoting the Hong Kong brand to tourists worldwide. It is glad that Ngong Ping 360 has launched VR 360, a crossover project combining Hong Kong characteristics and innovative technology. I believe that this long-term project will effectively attract local and international guests.” Mr Kong remarked positively on the collaboration. “Directed by Hong Kong director Raman Hui, Monster Hunt and the soon-to-be-released Monster Hunt 2 saw the creation of lifelike visual effects by top-notch computer graphics talents. Combined with live-action performances, the movie brought Wuba and other monsters from the Eastern illusion world to the big screen in front of a wide audience. Once I knew there would be a novel crossover project, which blends tourism, film, fashion and innovative technology, initiated by Ngong Ping 360, I immediately believed Monster Hunt 2 could be part of this sensory experience that represents Hong Kong. Monster Hunt 2 will be released in Hong Kong and around the world very soon. I believe that Wuba will blend into our lives in various ways and become one of the representative Hong Kong movie characters.” First motion-detection Active VR system in Hong Kong Play Hide-and-seek with Wuba Play Hide-and-seek with Wuba introduces the first motion-detection Active VR system in Hong Kong. With the VR indoor positioning technology, participants will be transported instantly from Ngong Ping Village to downtown Mong Kok. Players will play hide-and-seek with Wuba and other Monster Hunt 2 characters using a VR gear and a controller. The players can see each other but play their own game, increasing the excitement. First environmental and interactive Cinematic Wishing Shrine Combining brand new technology with the traditional Hong Kong native customs, the Cinematic Wishing Shrine uses projection, multi-media interactive devices and motion detection technology that allows guests to wish good luck for the new year. Guests will be able to write their wishes and hopes on joss paper, put them into the holographic scanner and throw them to the Cinematic Wishing Shrine so they appear on the big screen. This brand new wishing method incorporates environmental protection, tradition and chic, providing guests with a new and exciting experience. Be a cable car engineer Walk on the aerial ropeway With VR technology, guests will turn into cable car engineers, wearing VR gears and walking on the rope. They will be tasked with unlashing a balloon tied to the rope within a limited time to enable normal operation of the cable car. While executing this task, players will enjoy the unique scenery of Lantau Island, including Ngong Ping Village, the Big Buddha and Po Lin Monastery. Cable cars will move beneath their feet, providing startling realism. Put on Vivienne Tam’s fashion and become a model Using augmented reality, touch screens and motion-detecting technology, participants will be able to “put on” two Monster Hunt 2 themed 2018 series dresses designed by award winning fashion designer Vivienne Tam in the Enchanting Wardrobe, experiencing the latest trends and taking snapshots in the beautiful dresses. 4 Free VR and multi-media interactive games for a limited lime To show our appreciation for our guests’ continued support, from 9 February to 24 March, every Wednesday to Sunday, 8 sessions per day (around 30 minutes per session; please refer to Appendix 1), all visitors will be able to redeem a trial ticket at the Holidays 360 in Ngong Ping Village. Guests will be able to play 4 major VR and multi-media interactive games at designated timeslots. Daily ticket quotas will apply while stocks last. The centre will charge between HK$150 and HK$180 after 2 VR and multi-media interactive games are launched in the second phase. On 10, 11, 24 and 25 February (Saturday and Sunday), Ngong Ping 360 will welcome a special guest. Wuba from Monster Hunt 2 will don a Ngong Ping 360 uniform and take on the role of Wuba 360 station master. From 11 am to 1 pm, guests will be able to interact and take pictures with Wuba at the Tung Chung or Ngong Ping Cable Car Terminal. Guests who upload their photos with Wuba to Facebook with the hashtag #NgongPing360 and #MonsterHunt2 will receive a Monster Hunt New Year gift set, a Ngong Ping 360 red packet set, a Wuba red packet set or a Wuba calendar card, subject to availability. About Ngong Ping 360 As an important tourist attraction located on Lantau Island in Hong Kong, Ngong Ping 360 offers an exciting opportunity for guests to experience a unique natural and cultural experience.