STYLY, Inc. is launching an open source project for Location-Based Entertainment, providing Unity-based SDKs that streamline the development of multi-user LBE experiences. These SDKs will lower the technical barrier for building XR (AR/VR/MR) immersive content and enable creators to maximize their focus on production quality and experience.
⚫︎Provides essential networking capabilities for LBE content, where numerous head-mounted displays (HMDs) connect simultaneously
⚫︎Lightweight and high-performance networking that synchronizes up to 50 devices
⚫︎Compatible with multiple HMD manufacturers
⚫︎Easy to integrate into both new and existing Unity projects.
The SDKs will be made available under the *Apache License 2.0* or the *MIT License*, and can be used free of charge for both commercial and non-commercial purposes, by both companies and individuals.
In addition, STYLY plans to offer an operations software suite optimized for LBE operators deploying these multi-user experiences in commercial venues.
*Apache License 2.0: A highly permissive open-source license that allows commercial use, modification, and redistribution, with explicit clarification of patent rights.
*MIT License: A simple and permissive open-source license that broadly allows commercial use, modification, and redistribution.
Although the global LBE market is expanding rapidly, development remains costly and technically complex, especially around multi-user networking, cross-device support, and on-site operations. By open-sourcing our LBE-focused networking modules and tools, STYLY aims to make scalable, high-quality immersive experiences more accessible to creative agencies and production studios.
LBE traditionally referred to experiences offered to the public at specific physical locations, such as theme parks, shopping malls, museums, and pop-up events. Recent growth in XR hardware and demand for interactive experiences has driven rapid expansion of LBE categories including VR attractions, and large scale AR/MR in public spaces that integrate digital enhancements.
The global LBE market is projected to grow from USD 5.47B in 2024 to USD 15.33B in 2029 (CAGR 22.9%). Leveraging its experience with projects like ‘THE MOON CRUISE’, STYLY is addressing key technical challenges—device diversity, multi-user sync, and operational complexity—by providing an open and efficient development foundation.
Overview
⚫︎Lightweight, high-performance networking engine essential for LBE content where numerous HMDs connect simultaneously (supports synchronization of up to 50 devices)
⚫︎Provides Unity-ready SDKs and a network server package
⚫︎Easy to integrate into both new and existing Unity projects.
Key Features
⚫︎Networking & Synchronization
・Transform Synchronization
・Automatic synchronization between both the physical and virtual transform
・RPC (Remote Procedure Call)
・Network Variables
・Device battery level retrieval
・Automatic server discovery within a local network
・Lightweight avatar system
・Supports 3-point and 4-point (and above) tracking
⚫︎Server-Side Capabilities
・Extendable server functionality
・Implement server-side logic using Unity
・Implement server-side logic using Python
・LAN discovery and high-performance data handling
⚫︎XR Rig
・One-click setup for major HMDs
・Switchable VR / MR modes (with automatic occlusion switching on supported devices)
・Automatic switching between hand tracking and developer controllers
・Compatible with most samples from Unity XR Interaction Toolkit, XR Hands, and AR Foundation using a single rig
・Spectator View via smartphone/tablet (coming soon)
Supported Environments & Installation
⚫︎Unity Development Environment
・Unity 6.0+
・Unity 6.1+ required when using AndroidXR
⚫︎Server Runtime & Development Environment
・Supported OS: Linux, macOS, Windows
・Server language: Python
・One-line setup with uvx (download, virtual environment creation, and server startup)
・DevContainer environment available for server development
⚫︎Supported Devices
・Galaxy XR
・Pico 4 Enterprise
・Pico 4 Ultra Enterprise
・HTC VIVE Focus 3
・Meta Quest Pro
・Meta Quest 3
・Apple Vision Pro
・XREAL Air 2 Ultra
・SteamVR-compatible PCVR HMDs
・and more
Unity Scene Setup
⚫︎One-click download of required HMD SDKs, import packages, and apply optimal settings
⚫︎Simply add the dedicated Prefab to your Unity scene to enable shared spatial presence with a default avatar
STYLY, Inc. operates “STYLY,” a Spatial-Layer Platform that seamlessly connects the digital and physical worlds. Driven by our mission to unlock the superpowers of humanity, we provide spatial production and XR/Spatial Computing–based solutions for landowners, urban development organizations, and a wide range of partners shaping the future of cities. Together with creators and businesses around the world, STYLY aims to unleash human and organizational creativity, foster new cultures and industries, and ultimately contribute to the evolution of humanity.
