As the world continues to evolve with technological developments and expanding industrialization, we are often too indulged in the prospects of the future without recognizing the devastating lack of initiative to preserve the natural world. Earth’s oceans, forests, and wildlife continue to dissolve at the mercy of corporate wealth and mundane products of human convenience. Although efforts in raising awareness have continued to rise, this issue remains swept under the rug in many people’s minds.

‘melancholy’ is a VR experience that allows users to experience the beauty of nature in a surreal audio-interactive world, only to be faced with the devastation of seeing it all be lost in the end.