# Pioneer AR

> Augmented reality experience of a historic Victorian electric train in Brighton. (iPhone/iPad app by Luciana Haill.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pioneer-ar/id1592826585 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Luciana Haill](https://appshunter.io/developer/1592826587)
- Category: Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 104 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2021-11-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pioneer-ar/id1592826585/reviews.md

## What is Pioneer AR?

The artwork brings back the long lost Victorian seafaring train called 'Pioneer' (also known as the 'Daddy Long Legs’) to Brighton through the magic of augmented reality.

Famous Brighton-based Victorian inventor Magnus Volk designed the electric train, which ran through the coastal waters along Brighton seafront, from Banjo Groyne (opposite Paston Place) to Rottingdean from 1896 to 1901.

After downloading the app users can walk along the seafront and watch the geo-tagged artwork travel alongside them. For those who cannot make it to Brighton beach “Pioneer AR” can also be triggered from postcards available via the project website and from Lighthouse (the Brighton Digital Festival hosts) in Brighton.

The development of the artwork was generously supported by Arts Council England.

## Key features

- Augmented reality visualization
- Victorian seafaring train 'Pioneer'
- Geo-tagged artwork along Brighton seafront
- Triggerable via postcards
- Historical educational content

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pioneer-ar/id1592826585/reviews.md

### 2/5 — problem with the app

*2024-02-27*

walked down to where the  daddy long legs would have been down loaded the app and it would not come up so was quite disappointed  not to be able to see it

## Frequently asked questions about Pioneer AR

### What is Pioneer AR?

Pioneer AR is a free augmented reality application that recreates the Victorian 'Pioneer' electric train along Brighton's seafront. It allows users to see the historical train appear in their surroundings.

### How does Pioneer AR work?

Once downloaded, you can use Pioneer AR by walking along Brighton's seafront to see the geo-tagged artwork. Alternatively, the experience can be activated using special postcards available online or at Lighthouse in Brighton.

### Is Pioneer AR free to download?

Yes, Pioneer AR is completely free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees associated with this application.

### What devices support Pioneer AR?

Pioneer AR is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to work with Apple's ARKit framework.

### When was Pioneer AR last updated?

The latest version of Pioneer AR, version 1.2, was last updated on September 20, 2022. The app was initially released on November 13, 2021.

### What age rating does Pioneer AR have?

Pioneer AR has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including families and children.

### Does Pioneer AR have ads?

No, Pioneer AR does not contain any advertisements. It offers an uninterrupted augmented reality experience.

### What is the 'Pioneer' train?

The 'Pioneer' train, also known as the 'Daddy Long Legs,' was an electric train designed by Magnus Volk that ran along Brighton's coastal waters from 1896 to 1901.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.2 — 2022-09-20

Added screenshot button to take images of the Pioneer

### 1.0 — 2021-11-13

No release notes.

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