360 Video

What is 360 Video?

360 Video is a spherical video recording where the view in every direction is recorded at the same time, allowing viewers to pan and rotate perspective to watch from different angles in game environments or interactive experiences.

Within Unity's ecosystem, these immersive recordings can be captured either from real-world footage using omnidirectional cameras or generated entirely within the engine using animated 3D scenes.

How does 360 Video work?

Developers typically categorize 360 videos as either non-interactive (where users can only change viewing angles) or interactive (where users can engage with UI elements through gaze or controllers).

How is 360 Video used?

The technology has expanded beyond gaming into various industries that Unity serves, including architectural walkthroughs, automotive showcases, and healthcare training simulations. While creating 360 video requires specialized capture techniques, Unity's powerful rendering capabilities streamline the post-production workflow, making it comparable to traditional digital content creation processes.