Though virtual reality has the potential to be the ultimate fantasy escape entertainment, the March 2017 VR trends show that the technology doesn't have to isolate individuals. VR can be used for socializing just as effectively as it can be used to immerse people in personal, independent experiences, and producers are catching on to that notion.
In some cases, virtual reality socialization has an educational purpose. Mondly connects users in virtual environments and helps them to learn new languages. For instance, it might place users on a train and encourage them to communicate with each other as well as the usher when they come to take tickets.
vTime, on the other hand, is a virtual reality app that combines the fantastic possibilities of VR with face-to-face socialization. The app lets people create avatars and meet virtually, but these meetings can happen in impossible locales like space stations or the bottom of the ocean.
Top 35 VR Ideas in March
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Virtual Reality Nail Salons
WAH London's New Flagship Incorporates Tech into Its Business Model
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VR Language-Learning Apps
Mondly Uses Immersion to Teach Users New Languages
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Haptic Feedback VR Suits
The 'Hardlight' VR Suit Vibrates and Responds to Gameplay
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VR Supercar Systems
This Mercedes Driving Simulation Puts Users Behind the Wheel of a Race Car
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VR Driverless Race Cars
The Volkswagen 300 Concept Race Car is Controlled via a VR Headset
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Environment-Reacting VR Headsets
The 'VAR' Glasses Headset Merges VR and AR Technologies
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VR Shaving Simulators
Gillette's In-Store Experience Takes People on a VR Roller Coaster Ride
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VR Arcade Cabinets
The 'VR Sense' Cabinet Recreates Environmental Effects in Virtual Reality
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360-Degree Helmet Cameras
The 'Real720Helmet' Helmet Cam is Omnidirectional to Capture Everything
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Dementia-Focused VR Tools
The Virtual Reality Empathy Platform Helps Architects Design Inclusively
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VR Civil War Films
PBS 'My Brother's Keeper' Brings New Techniques to Virtual Reality Filmmaking
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VR Blind Dating
'The League' is Hosting a VR Blind Date Party on Valentine's Day
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Conceptual VR Console Headsets
The Nintendo Switch VR System Headset Imagines Capabilities
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AR Rainforest Exhibitions
The ArtScience Museum's 'Into the Wild' Features Tech from Google
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360-Degree VR Communication
The Connections Lab's Creations Bring Distant Loved Ones Closer
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Live VR Football Highlights
Fox Sports VR Replays for Super Bowl LI will be in Real Time
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Camera-Syncing VR Apps
VR Video App Camarada is Making VR Content More Accessible to Consumers
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VR Movie Theaters
The IMAX VR Center Recently Opened in Los Angeles
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Online VR PC Networks
The 'VRLD' Online VR Platform Offers Intuitive Experiences for Users
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Smartphone VR Game Headsets
The 'NOLO' Mobile VR Headset Lets Users Play SteamVR Games
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VR Portal Attractions
Doraemon Fans Can Now Step Through the Character's 'Anywhere Door'
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Surrealist VR Exhibitions
Sotheby's is Using a Virtual Reality Art Experience to Drive Sales
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In-Store VR Kiosks
Best Buy's Playstation VR Kiosks Increased Consumer Engagement
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Mixed Reality Roller Coasters
'The New Revolution Galaxy Attack' will Use Samsung Gear VR Headsets
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Virtual Socialization Apps
vTime Lets Users Meet Up with Each Other in Any Virtual Environment
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Sitcom-Based VR Experiences
'Project Badass' is Based on 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia'
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VR Flying Installations
The 'Hypersuit' Puts People in Position to Experience a VR Flight
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Award-Nominated VR Films
Google's Virtual Reality 'Pearl' Video May Win an Academy Award
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VR Sandbox Expeditions
Audi's Virtual Reality Driving Experience Puts Kids in the Driver's Seat
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Mixed Reality Workout Bikes
VirZOOM Transforms Stationary Bike Workouts with VR Video Games
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Kid-Friendly MRI Apps
'My MRI at King’s' Helps Removes the Fear of Undergoing an MRI Scan
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Body-Tracking VR Vests
The BluAtomVR System Allows Users to Turn Their Body into a Game Controller
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VR Rock Concert Games
Rock Band VR is Coming to the Oculus Rift
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Visual Input Virtual Keyboards
The 'Punchkeyboard' Offers an Input Method for VR Users
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Virtual Fashion Contests
Bratz and ZEPETO Launch a Four-Week Avatar Styling Challenge
Group-Centric Social Media Platforms
Chatter Social Has Unveiled Its Version 2 Platform
Mixed-Reality Theme Parks
DreamPark is Capturing the Attention of Digital Adventurers
Social Language Learning
Learn A Language With Friends Turns WhatsApp Into a Practice Space
Small-Space VR Platforms
Snack VR Operates in Just Five Square Meters
Mindful Handheld Gaming Systems
The Conceptual 'Kimera' Handheld Gaming Console is Immersive
Spacefaring VR Adventure Games
'Star Wars: Beyond Victory' is Coming Soon to VR Headsets
AR-Powered Vending Machines
Snapchat and L’Oréal Made a Gamified Lens to Share Refillable Haircare
VR Creation Platforms
Chop Reality Lets Users Create and Share Personalized VR Worlds Easily
AI Social Assistants
Rizz Vibes Provides AI Guidance To Enhance Social Interactions And Profiles
Console VR Simulations
Microsoft Flight Simulator Expands VR Gameplay to PlayStation 5
Immersive XR Board Games
SPORTRACK is Powered by AI and Physical Learning
Moon Scanner AR Lenses
Xbox and Snapchat Launched a First-of-Its-Kind Augmented Reality Lens
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Immersive Recovery Therapies
NeuroAnimation Technology Promotes Motor Recovery & Brain Health
Mixed-Reality Fitness Applications
Kinneta Showcased a Variety of VR Fitness Apps at AWE 2025
Emotional Support Apps
EmotiTalk Provides AI Tools For Stress Relief And Emotional Balance
Social AI Video Lenses
Snapchat Brings Photo-To-Video AI to Lens Studio
Personalized AI-Powered Travel Apps
Mindtrip is an AI-Powered App for Localized Recommendations
Mixed Reality Headset Prototypes
Play for Dream Technology Presents Its Play for Dream MR Headset
AI-Powered Social AR Apps
The Snap Lens Studio Lets Any User Create Their Own Effects
Face-to-Face Game Consoles
Board Merges the Best Features of Board Games and Video Games
AI Beauty Assistants
Sephora Launched Advanced Chatbot Features for Virtual Try-Ons and Bookings
AI-Powered 3D Avatars
AVATAi's Platform Creates Customizable Digital Brand Ambassadors
Guided Challenge Party Games
Tomy's Human Controller Game Involves a Connected Headset
AI Language Learning Metaverses
Lingocity Helps Kids Learn Through Custom, Gamified Experiences
In-Person Connection Apps
Court is an Empowering New Social App Without Messaging or Swiping
All-In-One Mobile Platforms
TPT Global Tech Has Unveiled VüMe Live, the First Super App in the US
Game Developer-Targeting AI Tools
Ramen VR Debuts Telos for Its Existing Aura Platform
Virtual Fashion Studios
CostumePlay AI Lets You Try On Clothes Virtually And Explore Styles
Interactive Digital QSR Experiences
McDonald's Launches 'McDonaldland VR'
Virtual Clothing Try-Ons
Virtual Try-On for Online Shopping Let's You See Clothes on You Instantly
Virtual Live-TV Experiences
DIRECTV Launches Its DIRECTV on Meta Quest Viewing
AI-Powered Fantasy Video Generators
'Realized Fantasy' Puts Partners into Cinematic Experiences
Gamified Walking Experiences
Walkable Turns Everyday Walks Into Interactive Adventures
Virtual Clothing Tools
Virtual Try On Generates Realistic Clothing Images For Marketing And Social
Digital Wellness Platforms
Vibe Lives App Supports Mental Health With Frequencies And Community
Social Video Chat Apps
Vone Enables Instant Random Video Chat With Global Real People
AI Sandbox Simulations
Fenris Creations Partners with Google DeepMind on Virtual World AI Research
Virtual Dressing Rooms
AI Virtual Try On Offers Instant High-Quality Style Previews For Shoppers
AI-Powered Adventure Apps
The 'Globe Chaser' App Features Geocaching-Inspired Tours
Gamified Fitness Apps
The Tae Bo Reboot App is Engaging and Immersive
AI-Powered VR Toolkits
Meta's Agentic Workflow for IWSDK Democratizes WebXR Development
Anti-Algorithm Social Platforms
Buzzfeed’s Branch Office Creates Interactive AI-Powered Apps
VR-Powered Design Platforms
Mondän Bridges the Gap Between DIY Styling and High-End Customization
AI-Enhanced Virtual Reality Therapies
PsyTechVR Offers Clinicians & Patients Sophisticated Tools
Feedless Social Platforms
Bond Eliminates Feeds to Focus on Real-Life Experiences
Pop-Up Reality TV Bars
Samsung Electronics' Verkligheten is a Destination for Reality TV Fans
Dynamic Art Displays
Mirage Transforms Personal Photos Into AI-Generated Artistic Scenes
Social Habit Trackers
Habiterie Combines Habit Tracking and Goal Setting in a Social App
In-Person-Only Social Apps
Friendster relaunch limits connections to people met in real life
Immersive Queue Displays
Samsung Transforms Everland Wait Lines with Interactive 3D Safari Visuals
AR Astronomy Tools
Space Gate Delivers An Immersive AR Astronomy Experience
Virtual Fitting Mirror Systems
Ovme Smart Mirror System Lets You See, Feel, and Fit Outfits
Efficient Photo-Enhancing Mobile Applications
Leia Inc. Recently Released the Immersity App
Offline Dating Experiences
Beyond Debuts Social Club Prioritizing In Person Connections
Virtual Watch Parties
Together Watch Enables Synchronized Streaming And Chat With Friends Online
AI-Powered Virtual Worlds
Google's Project Genie Turns Text Prompts Into Traversable Worlds
AI Dating Adventures
Flipped Chat Offers Lifelike Virtual Girlfriend & Boyfriend Experiences
Visual Language Learning Apps
CapWords Applies AI-Powered Object Recognition to New Words
Future Self Simulators
Calling Clones Explores Conversations with AI Versions of Yourself
Wearable Olfactory VR Modules
Institute of Science Tokyo Introduced Scent Headset Prototype
Conversational Language Learning
Parrot v2.0 Achieves Fluency in 90 Days With AI-Powered Lessons
Immersive Virtual Reality Concerts
IMMERSION VR Concert Film Brings Fans Virtually on Stage
AR Virtual Space Hangouts
Meta Hyperscape Capture Now Supports Communal Hangouts Anywhere
AI-Created Video Feeds
Meta Introduces Vibes as a Social Platform Driven by AI-Generated Posts
Tech-Enhanced Content Platforms
Perfect Corp's YouCam App Suite Taps AI, AR & Agentic Innovation
Interactive Party Games
Scano Games Lets Friends Play Real-Time Multiplayer Games On Their Phones
Historical Mapping Tools
TimeMap Brings Interactive History To Life With Maps, AR, And 3D Views
Introvert-Friendly Social Platforms
The 'Introvrs' Social App Connects Like-Minded Users
On-Demand Content Creation Apps
Social Agent Connects Users to Certified Content Creators
Personalized Neuroaesthetic Experiences
113 Spring's Emergence Service Supports Creative Expansion
Horror-Themed VR Worlds
Blumhouse is Creating the 'Horrorverse' for Meta Quest 3
Vibe-Coded Entertainment Apps
The Gizmo App Cycles Through Vibe-Coded Mini Apps
Real-Time 3D Engines
Unity Enables 2D, 3D, VR & AR Project Development Across Industries
NFT-Powered Travel Applications
1World Online Debuts Its TravelVerse Platform at Expo 2025
Hobby-Based Socialization Apps
The Hobbimate App Connects Users Based on Mutual Interests
AI Personality Chat Apps
Persona Lets Users Talk to Expressive AI Characters for Fun Conversations
Celebratory VR Promotions
Zero Latency VR is an Expert in Free-Roam Virtual Reality Entertainment
Social Engagement Platforms
Sociable AI Predicts Viral Posts And Generates Brand Aligned Comments
Inspired Travel Planning
CloneMyTrips Turns Social Travel Inspiration Into Bookable Trips
Interactive Live Shows
Cirque du Soleil's Interactive Experience Offers Multi-Device Exploration
Global Product Launch Events
Uber Unveils a New Go-Get Exhibit Featuring Interactive Vignettes
Real-World Connection Apps
DayOne IRL Dating App Focuses on In-Person Interaction Over Texting
Digital Touch Platforms
KissTouch Lets Users Send Realistic Feel Kisses And Connect Emotionally
Social Networking Hubs
Internet Social Café Lets Users Explore Cafés and Build Online Connections
Immersive Video Communication
Experience Life-Sized, Real-Time Presence With tonari Portals
AI Travel Planners
CloneMyTrips Transforms Social Media Travel Inspiration Into Bookable Trips
Proximity-First Friendship Apps
Friending Launched the Friending App to Foster Friendships
Interactive Story Platforms
Storytelling App Offers AI-Powered Stories To Engage And Support Kids
VR Rail Carriages
The St Vincent’s Express Takes Senior Care Residents to 10 Countries
Conversational Companion Tools
EvoTalk Enables AI Video Chat For Language Practice And Connection
Personalised Immersive Wellness
Emergence at 113 Spring is a New Multi-Sensorial Wellness Curation
Productivity Co-Working Games
On-Together: Virtual Co-Working Turns Focus Sessions to Shared Play
Interactive Virtual Train Tours
Ocean3D Partners with Lumo Trains on an Interactive Virtual Tour
Prescriptive VR Therapy Platforms
VA Rolls Out Mynd Immersive MyndXR Across 45 Centers
Spatial Bubble Games
Bubbles Everywhere Offers Immersive Bubble Popping on Apple Vision Pro
Location Memory Apps
Wander Turns Everyday Moments Into Shared Map Based Memory Archives
AI Text Adventure Platforms
SoMeYa Unlimited Lets Users Create And Explore AI Text Adventures
Educational VR Florist Programs
The Texas State Florists' Association Debuts a Unique VR Program
Cozy Self-Exploration Games
Betwixt Provides Epic Escapes from Stress & Anxiety with Storytelling
Friend-Finding Virtual Hangouts
Strangely Matches Similar Personalities for Live Video Chats
Extended Platform Support Agreements
Unity and Meta Extend Their Multi‑Year Platform Agreement
Real-Time Sharing Apps
MomentsHub Lets You Discover And Share Nearby Experiences Instantly
AI Social Companions
Future Match Provides AI-Powered Companionship For Friends And Partners
Immersive Dance Analysis
Cornell’s DanXeReflect Uses XR Avatars to Help Dancers Refine Movement
Visual Time Awareness Tools
Left Reimagines How You Perceive Time Through Minimal Dot Visuals
Screen Time Management
Realverse Helps Families Balance Screen Time With Real-World Living
Spatial Utility Tools
Boost Productivity With Mixed Reality Tools Using Widgets App
Authentic Video Dating
Share AI-Guided Video Stories And Genuine Connections With Vibing
Children's Development Platforms
Social Tales Creates Custom Stories To Support Emotional Learning
Conversational Learning Apps
Linguogram Teaches New Languages Directly Through Telegram Chats
Smartphone-Focused Portrait Gallery Activations
Vivo Debuts the VLOVE Portrait Gallery in Bangkok
Virtual City Explorers
Citywalki Offers Immersive Virtual Experiences In Over 140 Cities
Web-Based VR Games
Slice of Music Delivers an Interactive Rhythm Game for Apple Vision Pro
Multimodal Interaction Platforms
CharacterSDK Builds Real-Time Multimodal AI Characters
Emotion-Based Social Networks
Oura Social Turns Personal Feelings into Shared, Visual Expression
Cognitive Play Platforms
Toddlr Offers Educational Games for Kids with Balanced Screen Time
Paired-Down Social Media Platforms
Month Friend Boasts a New Experience in the Hyper-Digital World
Emotionally Aware AI Avatars
Gemini Audio Powers Real-Time Voice Interactions
Vocabulary Learning Apps
LEV Delivers Daily Word Overlays With Smart Multilingual Reminders
Digital Focus Tools
Impulse Buddy Introduces Social Accountability For App Usage Control
Creative Imaging Tools
Pic 2 Planet Turns Everyday Photos Into Lifelike Planet Creations
Real-Time Character Creation
Rapport Self Service Lets Users To Build Interactive Digital Avatars
Virtual Skill Simulators
WiseWorld Uses AI To Assess Soft Skills Through Gamified Simulation
Digital Sharing Platforms
Venture Vault Enables Innovators to Share Ideas and Collaborate
Social Entertainment Apps
BuzzWheel Turns Group Gatherings Into Interactive Challenge Experiences
Multilingual AI Avatars
AiVATAR Creates a Personalized Agent with One Photo
3D Life Timelines
'My Journey' Creates A 3D Timeline To Visualize Your Life's Milestones
Immersive Fitness Apps
Gym Spatial Brings Immersive Environments To Apple Vision Pro Workouts
Virtual Event Platforms
Evvve Turns Ideas Into Global Events And Communities In One Place
Event Memory Platforms
Media Vibes Makes Group Photo Collection Simple And Collaborative
Visual Timelapse Apps
SelfieStory Creates Seamless Timelapse Memories From Daily Photos
Group Challenge Apps
Challenge Friends Lets Users Complete 30-Day Self-Improvement Challenges
Interactive Party Games
'Roved' Makes Group Drinking Games Easy, Fun, And Instantly Social
Social Diary Platforms
Truuze Social Networking App Blends Personal Journaling With Social Sharing
AI-Powered Mystery Travel Apps
The Wanderor App Leverages Advanced Tech for Adventure Travel
Social Gaming Platforms
Dartify Lets You Play Real-Time Online Dart Matches With Friends
Interactive Travel Showcases
Sseenn.app Creates 3D Globes To Highlight Your Travel Journey
Interactive Movie Streaming Apps
Treezi Play Lets Users Shape Stories Through Real-Time Choices