First Encounter is a project that pushes the boundaries of what we know and how we interact with the unknown. The user is transported to an unfamiliar space-like environment, where they encounter an abstract humanoid character. The aim of the project was not only to create a sense of exploration but also to observe how users interact with this character.

After the character performs a predefined sequence of movements, it invites the user to mirror the same movements, leading to a unique mirroring experience powered by motion capture through Kinect. The successful interaction between the user and the character leads to a portal that transports the user to various other environments.