Galatea-Ocean is a Unity URP project that takes you on a voyage through a stunningly realistic ocean environment. Inspired by the myth of Galatea and Pygmalion, the game features a sailboat navigating through a vast and interactive sea, complete with realistic clouds and a highly detailed ocean simulation.
The name "Galatea-Ocean" is inspired by the ancient Greek myth of Galatea and Pygmalion. Pygmalion was a sculptor who fell in love with a statue he created, named Galatea. Through his love, the statue came to life, transforming into a real woman. This story resonates with the project's goal of creating a lifelike and immersive ocean environment.
The ocean environment is created using the technique described in Tessendorf's 2001 paper, which utilizes Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) and Compute Shaders. This approach results in a highly realistic ocean simulation, providing a captivating and dynamic backdrop for the game.
Galatea-Ocean's sky is filled with realistic, volumetric clouds that add depth and atmosphere to the environment. Players will feel immersed in the ever-changing sky as they navigate the ocean.
The centerpiece of Galatea-Ocean is the sailboat, which players control as they traverse the sea. The boat interacts with the ocean in a realistic manner, allowing players to experience the thrill of navigating through the dynamic waters.
To begin exploring the Galatea-Ocean project, simply clone the repository and open the project in Unity URP. Enjoy your voyage through this captivating ocean environment!