Hi there,
A client asked me about wanting to make an online realtime environment.
It would have to look nice looking, obviously not triple A as its online.

Although Ive used Shockwave 3d, I was wondering if there may be a better or even cheaper on out there.
I know Kaon Interactive do a good Java based one but not sure it is good for environments. Java is good as users usually dont have to download a plugin.

Of course as its on the web it needs to work on macs too, I guess Shockwave3D is still the best option?

Im not really a regular on the forums here, but I am pleased to say I will stay with 3D Gamestudio for main realtime apps, I was thinking of going to Quest 3D but now I am happy with the great developments in GS.

Thanks, James.

This may be the closest at the moment.

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otherwise Flash and Java.

Ok, thats good but does it work on Macs? Probably not and also it still requires a plugin.

I guess shockwave would be ok.
To be honest I prefer not to do online realtime work, as I like to use lots of shaders etc.

Check these options:

1. DX Studio www.dxstudio.com
2. Quest3D www.quest3d.com
3. Cosmos Creators http://righthemisphere.com/products/dcreator/index.html
4. Anark Studio http://www.anark.com/products/overview.html

Those might fit your needs.

Ok thanks,
I am aware of these but they still require a plugin and dont work on macs, unless I am wrong.

On a corporate site, Im sure you agree you dont want users to install a plugin.

I think the best option might be to use more of a point and click idea as in Myst etc.

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On a corporate site, Im sure you agree you dont want users to install a plugin.

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Almost, everybody has installed the flashplayer - what's the difference to install a different plugin.

I think the most - even casual game - players are used to have a plugin installed.

unity3d works with Mac, too, doesn't it?

Ok thanks Ill look into that.

Yes I am ok with installing a plugin, but clients arent happy.
I can see it from their angle.

Also with flash, shockwave player etc, sure you have to install these but these are standard, users are not so happy installing less well known applications.
It is also likely, by the time they come to the site ti view, their computer will have these installed, whereas, Quest 3D viewer etc, they will not be quite so likely.

My opinion is the java or QT vr idea using a Myst type interaction with hotspots is a good solution at this moment.

Thanks for the programme links though.

as before unity 3d is an mac games engine which has an option for a realtime online environment on the web, runs on macs and windows based pcs but you do need to install a browser plugin