Design Journal
Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): July

Virtual Heritage: Preserving Acehnese Culture through Interactive Roblox Experiences

Giawa, Fajri (Unknown)
Bahruni, Bahruni (Unknown)
Al-Bahri, Fauzan Putraga (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Jul 2025

Abstract

This research crafts and tests a Roblox-based Acehnese cultural learning environment showcasing virtual tours of key heritage landmarks, including the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque, traditional Rumoh Aceh houses, and coastal ecological zones. Following a Research and Development approach with two-phase testing, the platform weaves together folklore-driven quests, dance reconstruction challenges, artifact recognition activities, and team-based puzzles. Findings reveal strong quest completion rates (85%) alongside marked improvements in cultural knowledge (from 32% to 76%) among the 100 teenage participants. The multiplayer design fostered genuine social connections, averaging 3.2 group problem-solving moments per session, while nearly two-thirds of players expressed desire to visit the actual locations. The adaptive difficulty system kept challenges engaging without overwhelming players. The project demonstrates how thoughtfully designed virtual environments serve as living cultural spaces where heritage breathes through active participation rather than passive observation, building bridges across generations and geography.

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Journal Info

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dj

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Chemical Engineering, Chemistry & Bioengineering Civil Engineering, Building, Construction & Architecture Computer Science & IT Control & Systems Engineering Decision Sciences, Operations Research & Management

Description

Design Journal, e-ISSN: 2964-6227 and p-ISSN: 2964-805X is a free and open-access journal published by the Research Division, YPMMA Institute, Indonesia. Design Journal is a well-established, leading international peer-reviewed journal covering many aspects of design. The journal is published two ...