In the ever-evolving landscape of entertainment, technological innovation continues to redefine how we experience and engage with media. As industry leaders push the boundaries of virtual experiences, Moshpit and Meta-Stadiums Corp have joined forces to deliver an unparalleled immersive 3D experience at the 2024 Cannes International Film Finance Forum.

“It’s always exciting to be at the forefront of such innovations and opportunities to showcase the next generation of technology on some of the largest stages in the world.”— Delence A. Sheares Sr., Meta-Stadiums Chairman/CEO.


In partnership with Winston Baker, a leading global entertainment industry content curator, the event is set to take place from May 14th to May 25th, showcasing the latest advancements in entertainment technology. This virtual component will run simultaneously with the live event, offering a seamless experience for attendees worldwide.


For Moshpit CEO Darryl Swann, this collaboration represents a step forward in delivering dynamic virtual experiences. “We are very excited to participate in delivering a dynamic, enterable virtual world for anyone who desires to experience Cannes remotely in a new and exciting way,” said Swann. “There is so much opportunity for innovation as many emerging technologies continue to converge; it’s an exciting time to be alive.

The partnership between Meta-Stadiums and Moshpit introduces proprietary IPs by both entites that enables attendees of the Cannes Film Festival to experience the International Film Finance Forum in a unique and engaging way. 

Whether on location or remotely, participants can immerse themselves in the world of cinema using nothing more than a mobile device or laptop.

”The collaboration between Moshpit and Meta-Stadiums marks the beginning of what could be a series of high-profile partnerships, following Meta-Stadiums' substantial equity position in the Moshpit ecosystem. With Meta-Stadiums' robust infrastructure and global relationships combined with Moshpit's concert-gaming technology, the potential for strategic collaborations and immersive experiences is vast.

Cannes'24 Film Festival: Moshpit collaborates with Meta-Stadiums

Today marks an exciting milestone as Moshpit unveils Moshpit Island, an immersive experience within the world of Fortnite, offering players a tantalizing glimpse into the vibrant realm of Moshpit.

Moshpit Island serves as a dynamic playground where adventure, music, and collaboration collide. Inspired by the lively Cochill environment on Moshpit.live, this virtual island features iconic installations such as Monument, Dreamscape, Cacti, and Moshpit holograms, providing Fortnite users with an authentic taste of our metaverse.

As you navigate Moshpit Island, you'll encounter expansive screens and pillars showcasing 360 projections, acting as gateways to the electrifying realm of Moshpit.live. These portals offer a sneak peek into virtual concerts and experiences that promise to captivate and inspire.

Experience the thrill of ziplining across the island's terrain, embark on adrenaline-pumping rail rides through vibrant landscapes, and ignite dazzling displays with fireworks-triggering cylinders. Transform any corner of Moshpit Island into a lively celebration by initiating spontaneous dance parties using dance bombs.

Immerse yourself in the live experience and uncover epic concerts by simply scanning the QR code provided. Join us as we push the boundaries of adventure and entertainment on Moshpit Island, where every moment is infused with excitement and discovery.

Moshpit Island is now live in Fortnite

Motion capture plays a crucial role in the animation pipeline for characters, whether in movies or games. Typically, producers invest significant amounts in cutting-edge technology for optimal results, ranging from high-tech suits to intricate setups involving numerous cameras. However, these solutions come with a hefty price tag, making them accessible only to large studios, leaving others with limited options.


Previously, we relied on such solutions for capturing artist performances. However, the studio has now endeavored to replicate these results using simpler methods. The primary aim of Moshpit's creator studio is to democratize access, enabling any artist to capture performances from their own space using everyday devices like mobile phones or laptop cameras. To achieve this, the studio has simplified the MoCap process leveraging common hardware for optimal results.

Key to this approach is the integration of Move.AI, a markerless animation capturing AI tool. It allows the generation of 3D animation data from 2D video output, employing artificial intelligence to translate human motion realistically into lifelike animations. Additionally, the Unreal Engine's MetaHuman creator facilitates the application of these animations to realistic avatars within the Metaverse, seamlessly integrating to provide an immersive experience that blurs the lines between reality and virtuality.

We recently showcased the effectiveness of this solution in a DJ performer-based show featuring 3D avatars, made possible through our mocap stage. This serves as a testament to what can be achieved, with future plans for moshpit concerts featuring 3D avatar-based performers and mocap.

The development of this pipeline highlights a significant milestone for Moshpit Studios, underscoring our dedication to pushing technological boundaries to create memorable experiences for users. As we continue to refine and expand the MoCap capabilities, we anticipate bringing even more innovative and immersive content to the world of virtual entertainment.

Moshpit Studios has streamlined the motion capture (MoCap) process

In an age where the appeal of live performances often clashes with the constraints of time, distance, and cost, the demand for high-quality concert videos has skyrocketed. While platforms like YouTube offer glimpses of these performances, the experience often falls short of capturing the true essence and energy of being there in person. Despite advancements in video quality, the immersion factor remains lacking, leaving viewers yearning for a more authentic experience.

Moshpit.live offers users the opportunity to virtually attend concerts with unparalleled fidelity and immersion, all from the comfort of their web browsers

This streamlines the user experience, making accessing immersive shows as effortless as playing a YouTube video. Though it may seem straightforward and polished at first glance, beneath the surface lies a sophisticated integration of diverse technologies, blending web functionality with the graphic capabilities of Unreal Engine. By leveraging Unreal Engine's Pixel Streaming, users can the platform directly from their browsers, eliminating the need for downloads and ensuring a smooth, cloud-based experience.

The platform goes beyond conventional streaming platforms, serving as a dynamic gateway to a diverse range of virtual concerts curated by various artists. Users find themselves immersed in lifelike 3D 

, interacting with intelligent NPC fans, engaging in gamified activities, and connecting with other human avatars, all while enjoying live performances.

The multiplayer feature enables real-time interactions, fostering a shared sense of presence among users within the virtual concert space. We've integrated Metahuman Avatars, generated using Unreal Engine's Metahuman Creator, to offer users realistic representations, enhancing the social aspect of the concert experience and facilitating meaningful connections with others. Unlike traditional virtual concerts, our platform provides on-demand and continuous concert experiences, allowing users to join shows at their convenience.

Moshpit.live marks a significant step forward in leveraging advanced technology to redefine the live music experience. With its immersive environments, user-friendly accessibility, and innovative features, the platform is positioned to revolutionize how we interact with live music, uniting artists and fans in an exciting virtual realm.

Redefining the virtual concert experience with Moshpit.live

In an era where live concerts have become a staple of entertainment, one element often overlooked is the power of visualizers in enhancing the overall experience. Attendees can attest that without these dynamic visual representations accompanying the music, the energy of a live performance can sometimes fall short. Traditional concerts, devoid of captivating visuals, often lack the immersive quality that keeps audiences engaged and connected to the music on a deeper level.

MoshViz is a groundbreaking music visualizer set to revolutionize concerts and live performances. With its custom-designed effects, models, and textures, coupled with a diverse range of parameters tailored to different genres and themes, the tool promises to transform how music is visually experienced. From pulsating lights accompanying electronic beats to surreal landscapes enhancing ambient melodies, it breathes life into sound, creating an immersive visual spectacle.

At its core, MoshViz boasts a sophisticated engine capable of dynamically generating captivating visual backgrounds, perfectly attuned to the mood and rhythm of the music.

We are actively developing the tool to incorporate cutting-edge Gen AI art-based visualization technology. This feature will allow it to get input from artists or even extract music lyrics, to dynamically generate vibrant and dynamic AI visualizations in real-time, further enhancing the immersive experience for audiences.

While MoshViz is currently in development, we have already showcased its potential through collaborations with prestigious events. Recently, it took center stage at the Connected Pakistan Conference (CPC), mesmerizing audiences with its dynamic backgrounds tailored to the live concert's atmosphere.

Additionally, we partnered with Future Fest, Pakistan's premier tech event, to debut MoshViz during a live Qawali night, where it breathed new life into the traditional music form with its stunning visual accompaniment.

These collaborations underscore our commitment to pushing technological and creative boundaries in live entertainment. As MoshViz continues to evolve, it promises to be a powerful tool for artists and event organizers, enabling them to craft unforgettable visual experiences that elevate live performances to new heights.

Introducing MoshViz: Moshpit's Cutting-Edge Music Visualizer

Moshpit Studios recently joined hands with the visionary Xhaania to deliver an unforgettable virtual concert experience and to show a glimpse of upcoming music metaverse. Held in the iconic Cochill venue under the starry night sky, this groundbreaking event pushed the boundaries of technological innovation and artistic expression.

Building upon the foundation of Moshpit's previous successes, this collaboration brought forth a plethora of advancements designed to immerse audiences like never before. One of the most notable upgrades was the expansion of the AI crowd, showcasing greater diversity and individuality among virtual concert-goers. Each character boasted unique personality traits, enhancing the realism and dynamism of the virtual environment.

Furthermore, the venue itself underwent a stunning transformation, with new installations such as Spire, Cacti and Dreamscape, inspired by the legendary Coachella festival. From upgraded visuals to captivating character animations, every detail was meticulously crafted to evoke the electrifying atmosphere of a live music event. Additionally, enhanced lighting effects illuminated the night sky, providing a mesmerizing backdrop for the performers and audience alike.

In a statement reflecting on the evolution of music consumption, Xhaania remarked,

 "The way we experience music is constantly shifting. As we advance in technology, the way we experience music advances, and virtual concerts are leading the way."

Beyond the spectacle of the concert itself, there was a deeper purpose at play. The event served as a glimpse into the future of entertainment, with Moshpit setting its sights on the release of the Metaverse in Spring 2023. This ambitious endeavor promises to revolutionize the way we interact with virtual worlds, opening up endless possibilities for creativity and collaboration.

In essence, the goal of the concert was not merely to entertain, but to inspire and innovate. By harnessing the power of technology and artistic vision, Moshpit and Xhaania have paved the way for a new era of virtual entertainment. As we eagerly await the launch of the Metaverse, one thing is certain: the future of music has never looked brighter.

Moshpit Studios and Xhaania Premiere Spectacular Virtual Concert!

Smart and dynamic non-player characters (NPCs) form the foundation of immersive experiences featuring numerous characters. Among Moshpit's pioneering advancements is the introduction of a large crowd of intelligent fans, powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI), who engage with human avatars and react to the music. Moshpit demonstrated its AI-driven audience in Sean the Star Emperor's virtual concert, staged within a daytime virtual festival venue.

“This virtual/VR world is so cutting edge, who wouldn’t want to break new earth with such an endeavor. This is the future. Society, culture, technology, and social habits are forcing us even more toward this realm. If I find the right platform to invest in, accompanied by a new technology, then I have hope. This is the beauty of Moshpit”, says featured artist Sean.

“Believable crowds have been lacking in most other virtual concerts released thus far. There are many aspects that may be considered in creating a great virtual crowd, but we believe two factors are important in making a concert crowd seem real, which are density and AI. The standard pipeline for real-time characters would not support the densely packed crowd with the huge character-count we needed for Moshpit, so we developed a new character rendering pipeline from the ground-up to accommodate our vision, but with that came the problem of AI. Having a huge character count is useless if all the characters are behaving exactly the same way, or not reacting appropriately to what’s happening on-stage” says CTO Ans Shabbir

Moshpit developers worked deeply on density and AI to the point where the character count is huge while maintaining each individual AI crowd-member’s unique personality traits. The underlying AI algorithm processes numerous parameters in deciding which character should do what at every given moment.

“In addition to the stunning crowd, we wanted to represent the feel of a festival, and that starts with a venue with a true festival setting. We created a Coachella inspired venue. In many virtual concerts, there are all types of venues set in fantasy worlds, in space, etc. We believe venues should be relatable first, like ones we’ve experienced first hand. Replicating this relatable “feel” is what we believe is necessary first, so we created this venue with the intention of it looking and feeling like a living, breathing environment rather than some fantasy environment.” says Darryl Swann.

There are many more innovations that will be showcased in the coming months.

Hyper-Realism Comes to Virtual Concerts

When Covid hit in early 2020, many record companies, booking agents and artists who were thriving via live-concerts were quickly forced to adopt new ways to expose their artists due to the shutdown. The term “Virtual Concert” rapidly became a generic term to mean an artist performing with the audience in a different location, E.g. Live-streaming, or heavily-curated super-star-only music-experiences such as in Fortnite, Roblox, Sony, etc.

Amidst these unprecedented challenges, Moshpit embarked on its unique journey, teaming up with NKRiot to unveil its groundbreaking virtual concert experience.

“What I saw in Moshpit was a way to help push the creative node of one’s self, and knew deep inside that there’s a place for everyone to be equal, respected and acknowledged for their talent. A stage of unlimited opportunity to finally play in front of millions of cheering fans around the world” – NKRIOT.

The team at Moshpit has been marinating deeply and developing what they feel a virtual concert should look and feel like. “We wanted our virtual concerts to feel like a ‘concert’ rather than a music video.

From Interactive crowd to lighting and pyro, it needed to have a grand-concert feel to it. Although real time rendering technology has existed for more than 2 decades, it has not been pushed far enough for the purpose we wanted to use it for, so we manipulated it to fulfill our objectives. The standard pipeline for real-time characters would not support the huge character-count we needed for Moshpit, so we developed a new character rendering pipeline from the ground-up to accommodate our vision” says Shabbir.

Audio also plays a significant part in Moshpit. Creating the complex reverberations and reflections of a loud concert are key to an immersive experience. “Historically speaking, audio has been treated as sort of an afterthought as the visual aspects of media have always been well-served. The irony though is that audio can exist without video, but video without audio, or with poor audio can be very offsetting”, says Swann.

In closing, this initial NKRIOT show marks the genesis of Moshpit’s rollout. Many novel technologies are understood to be revealed in upcoming concerts. Moshpit welcomes artists globally to connect for potential collaborations to further evolve what a virtual concert can be.

Moshpit collaborated with NKRIOT

Moshpit Studios emerged as a collaborative venture between Grammy Award-Winning producer Darryl Swann and VR enthusiast Ans Shabbir, signaling a paradigm shift in music discovery through virtual reality. 'Moshpit', a music-based video game, was conceived by Swann in the late 90s as the game-console market ramped up, and was in talks with many game developers including Sam Houser of Rock Star Games.

Now, Moshpit has matured into a grand concert-gaming platform, blending action-adventure elements with music exploration. Darryl and Ans are united in their mission to disrupt traditional music industry norms, providing artists with an innovative platform to showcase their talents and engage with audiences on a deeper level.

“For two decades, we’ve seen a steady decline of an antiquated music industry business-model, and we are motivated to contribute in growing the model by developing a compelling and innovative opportunity for artists to get discovered by, and connect with fans through the Moshpit platform” said Swann. “As technology has evolved since the late 1990’s, Moshpit has turned into something much bigger than my original vision of a simple RPG music game. It’s now an action-adventure music-discovery platform wrapped up in an entertaining VR experience.”

“All of the dedicated time spent since 2017 has paid off exponentially as we have established both a solid working relationship and friendship. It is essential that partners share a similar work ethic and philosophy,” said Darryl

To turn this vision into reality, Moshpit Studios has established a premier development studio in Lahore, Pakistan. Led by Co-founder & CTO, Ans Shabbir, the Lahore studio represents a milestone in Pakistan's gaming industry.

“Despite having an abundance of tech talent, Pakistan still does not have a AAA game studio. Only games being developed by small studios are either clones for the mobile platform, or outsourced aspects of foreign games which offer foreign companies less expensive development costs. Seeing all this, establishing a AAA quality game studio in Pakistan has been a lifelong dream of mine. The last 2 years of crafting and perfecting every pixel of Moshpit VR and working with Darryl and the partners has made this a passion of mine. Establishing Moshpit Studios in Lahore is a dream that has manifested through passion and focused hard work.” – Ans Shabbir.

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