The future is exciting for a number of reasons. Considering all the technologies companies across the world are developing currently, the decade to come is simply beyond imagination. One of these exciting and promising technologies that's already expanding across Toronto is virtual reality (VR). With advancements in virtual reality, you can launch yourself into an imaginary world. Up until a couple years back, this experience was limited by headset capabilities and limited media availability.
With full-body VR experiences becoming available via companies like Mirage VR -- located in multiple cities including: Kitchener, Mississauga and Burlington -- one can experience this exciting technology first-hand, anytime, at a reasonable cost. Mirage VR's Free Roam VR Experience transfers you into a completely different world. After putting on specialized equipment and then everything is connected, you enter into an immersive virtual world. There is a massive interest in VR, seen in the Google Reviews available here. The technology seems especially popular with young people as well as those looking to try something new and different.
In the VR games industry, companies are trying to target the crowd of young people who want to act and play together, or those simply trying to enhance their personal bonds. Parties at VR arcades for birthdays and other events appear to be trending in the recent years. The virtual reality games can also help a team bond by encouraging teamwork during sessions. Projections by researchers of the virtual reality market indicate that it will earn (USD) $215 billion dollars in 2021. Many companies and startups are doing everything they can to capture a share of this market.
Here are some of the important factors involved in the increasing popularity of virtual reality amusement places like Mirage VR:
- It's Different
The most important factor is how VR arcades differentiate themselves from traditional entertainment places. As a new technology, full-body VR is still in its initial stages and will take a couple of years to become a mature industry. The technology has advanced greatly in recent years, but with new gear being developed continually, we can hope for a lot of advancements in the next 5 years to come.
- No Purchase of Gear Needed and Multiple Games
To play any game, one must invest money in gadgets like: VR headsets, gaming consoles, and other important tools. Places like Mirage VR have a customized body kit, which enhances the involvement of players and can transfer users to a completely different world with unique experiences and characters. Though play-time is limited, users do not need to invest heavily into costly body-tracking devices, headsets, or individual games.
- Group Activity
Another important factor is that these experiences are even more enjoyable if played with a group. A group of over 15 people can be involved in the experience at one time, allowing for opportunities to build a sense of togetherness and bonding with one another. Virtual reality events are a great way to add some excitement if you are having a small get-together, or enhance bonding between team members. Corporate members can take advantage of these games to build stronger teams.
Professor Emily Keshner from the University of Philadelphia says, “The power of VR is really changing the way people perceive the world. They learn how to respond. And after practicing in that virtual world, they are much more confident and capable.”
Virtual reality empowers teams and organizations through powered team building, skills training, and simulated experience. So next time you are planning an event or party, or even a team building exercise, host your event in virtual reality! It's a great choice whether you are celebrating a milestone, entertaining a client, creating stronger bonds in your team, or just hanging out with your friends.