Use of emerging technologies to preserve the traditions of the Shuar nationality

Abstract

This article presents the design and implementation of a escape room called “Arutam: The Call of the Spirit,” which is a virtual reality game developed with Unreal Engine 5 for implementation on the Meta Quest 3 platform. The main objective is to contribute to the preservation and dissemination of the Shuar people's worldview through an immersive experience based on symbolic narrative and interactive mechanics. The development followed an iterative approach, integrating narrative design, human-computer interaction, and programming using Blueprints and C++. Qualitative results suggest that virtual reality promotes immersion and cultural understanding, positioning the video game as a viable technological tool for the preservation of intangible cultural heritage.