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Leveling Up OpenXR: New Extensions, Better Workflows, and Advances in Open-Source Gaming

H.1302 (Depage) | Day 2 | 11:50 - 12:20 | Speakers: Frederic Plourde

Leveling Up OpenXR: New Extensions, Better Workflows, and Advances in Open-Source Gaming
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Abstract

OpenXR continues to gain traction as the cross-platform standard for XR, but gaming introduces unique challenges that often require specialized extensions. This talk will explore the recent advances in OpenXR, with a focus on gaming-relevant extensions, and how an open source runtime like Monado makes these capabilities accessible to developers.

We will cover: * The latest OpenXR extensions for hand-tracking, body-tracking, haptics, and spatial entities. * Latest updates in Monado that introduce and simplify access to gaming-oriented XR features. * Practical examples of how Khronos and the OpenXR standard have simplified developer workflows, reducing integration overhead, and making it easier to implement XR features consistently across hardware and platforms.

Attendees will gain insight into how open standards and open source implementations are driving the next generation of interoperable AR/VR gaming experiences.

Speakers

Frederic Plourde

As the XR Lead at Collabora, I have been shaping the XR Quest for three years now, accelerating the adoption of Open-Source software and hardware in the XR industry. With a background in Graphics, Biomedical Engineering and Image Processing, I bring a unique perspective and skill set to the field of Spatial Computing. I lead a team of talented engineers and developers who work on cutting-edge projects such as Monado, the first Cross-Platform Open-Source OpenXR runtime. I also partner with leading XR companies and organizations to deliver innovative solutions and services that enhance user experience, performance, and interoperability. My mission is to foster a collaborative and open culture that values creativity, quality, and diversity in the XR domain.

As the Vice-Outreach Officer for OpenXR at Khronos, I focus on promoting OpenXR's open standards within the XR community, advocating for accessible and scalable development across virtual, augmented, and mixed reality platforms. I work closely with industry leaders and developers to foster collaboration, educate on OpenXR’s benefits, and drive its adoption. My role involves ensuring that OpenXR remains a key enabler for cross-platform XR experiences, supporting the creation of a unified, open-source XR ecosystem that lowers barriers for developers and accelerates innovation in immersive technologies.

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