Otronicon (http://www.otronicon.org) returns to the Orlando Science Center for a fifth year to explore the science, art, technology, careers and fun behind videogames, simulation, and digital media. From January 15-18, the Science Center will be packed with opportunities to experience how interactive technology is changing how we live, learn, work and play. The presenting sponsor for Otronicon is Full Sail University (http://www.fullsail.edu).
Since its inception in 2006, more than 50,000 people have checked out Otronicon to play videogame stations on nearly every format, from classic arcade games to current platforms like Wii and PS3. Guests also enjoy heightened experiences like HALO tournaments on the massive 8-story domed screen of the Dr. Phillips CineDome and acting out their rock star fantasies by playing Rock Band with the controls embedded in an actual drum kit while they jam on a real stage before a cheering crowd.
Guests can follow the link from videogames to simulation and discover how this technology is used in training. Experiences include real-world military flight simulators from Lockheed Martin and others and cutting edge medical simulators from Florida Hospital and University of Central Florida. The simulation area at Otronicon showcases the latest technology ? some rarely seen by the general public. See what it?s like to land on the deck of an aircraft carrier or perform emergency medical procedures.
Learn skills from industry pros and hear about career options in this fast-growing high tech industry during workshops and other opportunities. Full Sail University hosts a series of engaging workshops that provide a glimpse at the technical and artistic skills behind videogame design. Industry professionals from Full Sail, Lockheed Martin, Florida Hospital and others will also be on hand to chat with guests on how they can turn their interests in interactive technology into a new career.
New this year to Otronicon:
????See an expanded area on medical simulation and check out how Florida Hospital is breaking new ground in surgery with the da Vinci? Robot, which uses remotely operated robotic arms equipped with minute surgical instruments. Get a rare opportunity to get up close to this amazing technology while it?s on display January 15-17.
????See demonstrations of other military robots and remote controlled vehicles from the US Army and others.
????Participate in a combat simulation using real-world scenarios and weapons firing infrared light in the Hard Knocks arena.
????Dust off that Master Chief costume or those Mario Brothers? overalls and compete in the Video Game Costume Competition on Friday night, January 15.
????Tour the Mac Midway, a carnival-themed celebration of all things Mac including displays of the Apple through history, Classic Mac commercials, a virtual fortune teller and more.
????Enjoy Otronicon after dark with a rock and roll themed Cocktails & Cosmos on Saturday, January 16 with live music, cash bars, two fashion shows, and a Rock Band Karaoke Showdown from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Plus, Otronicon wouldn?t be the same without:
????Players will be matched against each other during competition rounds of some of the hottest games, including Rock Band and Super Smash Melee (both individuals and teams).
????Explore ARTronica hosted by Full Sail University ? a digital art exhibition featuring selected works from their digital media school.
????See how video games can be both virtual and physical in the Wii Winter Olympics.
????Check out PC gaming with the world?s largest MMORPG in the World of Warcraft dungeon.
The Orlando Science Center will have extended hours during Otronicon, closing at midnight on January 15 and 16 and closing at 10 p.m. on January 17 and 18. Otronicon will host school field trips with a digital media focus on January 19 ? 22.
Families and individuals of all ages will have a tremendous range of opportunities to explore. Tickets to the event are $ 17 for adults and $ 12 for kids (ages 3 to 11). For more info, call 407-514-2000 or visit http://www.otronicon.org.
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