It doesn't take a technological virtuoso to recognize the strides that have been made in the November 2017 virtual reality trends. Even just one year ago, the scale and the capabilities of virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality technologies weren't anywhere near the points they're at today, and that potential only promises to grow and grow in the years to come.
One of the best things about virtual reality technology is its versatility. Whereas many new technologies end up getting pigeonholed into a single purpose, the sky is the limit as far as virtual reality producers are concerned. Of course, gaming has been an important drive behind the development of VR tech, but that's far from the only industry involved. For example, many in the healthcare industry see promise for VR, from experiences that palliate and distract from pain to one's designed to help people's eyesight or slow dementia.
Top 55 Virtual Reality Trends in November
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Gym-Specific VR Fitness Plans
The YMCA in Minneapolis Offers a Virtual Reality Workout
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AR Toy Aisle Apps
Toys "R" Us' 'Play Chaser' App Brings Its Retail Store to Life
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VR Retail Showcases
Walmart's Store No. 8 is Imagining the Future of Retail with Virtual Reality
52
Interactive AR Gardens
Perrier-Jouët Created a Fantastical, High-Tech Garden Installation
51
Near-Death VR Experiences
New York's 'VR World' Allows Users to Come Back from the Digital Dead
50
Digitally Focused Airplane Events
FlyingLab Offers Immersive On-Board Events for Passengers
49
VR Album Experiences
TOKiMONSTA Fans Can Experience the World of 'Lune Rouge' in Virtual Reality
48
Athlete Virtual Reality Cameras
The 'LucidCam' Could Help Improve Sports Performance
47
AR Eyewear Apps
Topology Eyewear Uses AR to Let Consumers Try on Glasses
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Immersive Zombie Experiences
'The Walking Dead: Negan Under Attack' is a VR Horror Experience
45
VR Hand Controller Devices
The 'Finch Hands' VR Controllers are Worn Rather Than Held
44
Streamlined All-in-One VR Headsets
The '3rd Eye' VR Headset Cuts Down on Bulk for a Compact Design
43
Autism-Specific Smart Glasses
The Brain Power Autism System Has Gamified Life Skills Training
42
Patient Education VR Programs
Sharecare Reality Lab Offers a Deeper Understanding of a Diagnosis
41
Pain-Distracting VR Games
The SnowWorld VR Game Treats Pain More Effectively Than Morphine
40
Digitally Defaced Sculptures
Sebastian Errazuriz Created a Graffiti-Covered Sculpture in Protest
39
Virtual Reality Documentaries
WITHIN's 'LOOK BUT WITH LOVE' Looks at Five Different Lives
38
Team-Specific AR Basketball Games
The 'NBA AR' App Lets Users Practice Their Shot Anywhere
37
VR Horror Cinema Pop-Ups
Veero and WeAreCinema are Hosting a 'Haunted Cinema' for Halloween
36
Entertaining Virtual Reality Trilogies
Blade Runner 2049: Memory Lab is a Free VR Experience
35
Eye-Strengthening VR Systems
Vivid Vision is Replacing More Traditional Forms of Vision Therapy
34
VR Haunted Houses
Toronto's House of VR is Creating an Unforgettable Haunted House for Halloween
33
AR Music Apps
'Firstage' Encourages Music Discovery Through Augmented Reality Performances
32
Augmented Art Platforms
'art.snapchat' Places AR Artworks in Real-Life Destinations
31
High-Def Low Vision Aids
IrisVision was Developed by LVS in Partnership with Samsung
30
Virtual Video Game Tours
Ubisoft is Promoting Assassin's Creed Origins with Virtual Tours of Egypt
29
VR Stand-Up Shows
Freddy Quinne's 'Quite the Catch' is Set to Be Filmed for Virtual Reality
28
Adaptable Virtual Reality Headsets
The HMD Odyssey Headset Offers Heightened Movement-Sensing
27
AR Biology Books
'Imagina Books' are Augmented Reality Books That Come to Life with an App
26
AR Card Games
Yu-Gi-Oh! Has Been Reinvented as an Augmented Reality Card Game
25
AR Shopping Experiences
Mastercard's AR Experience Lets Customers Scan Their Eyes to Pay
24
Virtual Reality Live Streaming
VisitU Enables Bedridden Patients to Experience Events in Real-Time
23
Lightweight Crushproof VR Headsets
The Model A by ANMLY VR Headset is Affordable and Universal
22
VR Stroke Rehabilitation Systems
MindMaze Offers Customized VR Exercises to Treat Stroke Patients
21
Mixed-Reality Shopping Events
chloma x STYLY are Introducing the Future of Shopping
20
AR Flag-Capturing Games
Doritos and Mountain Dew are Hosting 'The Drop Zone' AR Events
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Haunting VR Elevators
Fanta Created 'The 13th Floor' VR Experience for Halloween
18
AR Quote Apps
'Streem' Uses Augmented Tech to Provide Estimates for Home Services
17
Flight-Upgrading VR Headsets
KLM Airline Gave Virtual Reality Headsets to Budget Airline Travelers
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Memory-Boosting Bike Simulators
BikeAround Uses Google Street View to Assist People with Dementia
15
AR News Apps
The Quartz App Enriches News Stories with Relevant Augmented Reality Models
14
Shakespearean VR Experiences
'Theatre VR' Has People Enact Hamlet Alongside Virtual Actors
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Kid-Friendly VR Cartoons
'Morgan Lives in a Rocket House in VR' Offers New Ways to Watch
12
Immersive 4D Cinemas
Village Cinemas in Melbourne is Equipped with Fog Machines and Mechanic Seats
11
AR Sci-Fi Lenses
Snapchat and Shazam Created an AR Portal to the World of Stranger Things
10
VR Travel Series
'Discovery TRVLR' Offers a Virtual Journey to All Seven Continents
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Immersive Animation Experiences
Pixar's 'Coco VR' is Described as a "Next-Level Social Experience"
8
VR Stroke Diagnosis Systems
Qualcomm's 'Think F.A.S.T.' Trains Doctors on Stroke Symptoms
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Standalone VR Headsets
The 'Oculus Go' Operates Without Cables or a Mobile Phone
6
VR Surgical Training Systems
Side Effects Asia Pacific Simulates Stressful Medical Environments
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Haptic Surgical VR Models
ImmersiveTouch Provides Doctors with Haptic Feedback
4
VR Comedy Series
'The Confessional' is a 360-Degree Webseries Set in a Confessional Booth
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Sci-Fi VR Attractions
'Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire' is a Group Hyper-Reality Experience
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AR Neurosurgery Practices
The Glow AR Tool is Enabling a More Efficient Vascular Neurosurgery
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Empathetic VR Training Tools
Embodied Labs Helps Users Understand Life from Patients' Perspective
Related Ideas
Immersive Wellness-Focused AI Campaigns
AI Wellness Has Introduced the Ask My Avatar Challenge
Limited Gaming Eyewear
Viture × Cyberpunk 2077 XR Glasses Appear as a Limited Anniversary Release
Compatible USB AR Glasses
XREAL Released its 'One Series' of AR Glasses for Multiple Devices
Cinema-Scale AR Smart Glasses
The Xynavo Lightweight AR Glasses Offer a 70-Degree Field of View
Ai-Supported Smart Glasses
HTC Vive Eagle Glasses Introduce AI Translation and Contextual Vision
Immersive Holographic Projectors
The Twelvetooo Mini Holographic Projector Has More Than 50 Themes
Real-Time Performance-Tracking Eyewear Designs
CYBERSIGHT Revolutionizes Smart Eyewear for Sports
Technology-Driven Retail Spaces
ARK Visual Unveils Future Stores as an Immersive Retail Identity
Gamified AR Footwear Fittings
Tootsie Augmented Reality Makes Shoe Shopping More Fun for Kids
Ultra-Lightweight AI-Powered AR Glasses
MLVision Debuted Its MLVision M5 at CES 2025
Personal Computer-Based VR Headsets
Pimax Debuts Three New Models at CES 2026
Fashion-Focused AI Production Studios
Vyking Debuts an AI-Driven Content Creation Module
Mixed-Reality Theme Parks
DreamPark is Capturing the Attention of Digital Adventurers
Spatial AI Shopping Technologies
VusionGroup EdgeSense AI Immerses Shoppers
Small-Space VR Platforms
Snack VR Operates in Just Five Square Meters
Personal AI Wearables
WhereAble AI is a CES 2025 Innovation Awards Honoree
Automated Retail Concepts
VenHub Smart Stores Use Ai & Robotics to Redefine a Shopping Experience
Wearable XR Neckbands
Viture's Pro Headband Enhances the Capabilities of its XR Glasses
Spacefaring VR Adventure Games
'Star Wars: Beyond Victory' is Coming Soon to VR Headsets
AI Virtual Fitting Rooms
Perfect Corp. is Bringing a Try-On Experience to Fashion Forward Week
Mood-Based Makeup Mirrors
The L’Oréal Mood Mirror is a CES 2025 Beauty-Tech Innovation
AR-Powered Vending Machines
Snapchat and L’Oréal Made a Gamified Lens to Share Refillable Haircare
All-In-One AR Glasses
INMO Technology Introduces the High-Performance INMO Air 3
VR Creation Platforms
Chop Reality Lets Users Create and Share Personalized VR Worlds Easily
Mixed-Reality Makeup Studios
Kosé Corporation Debuted a Beauty-Tech Innovation at CES 2025
5g-Enabled Retail Showcases
Singtel is Surpassing Consumer Expectations with 5G Retail
Efficiency-Driven AI Retail Models
Google Cloud's New Retail Solutions Seek to Optimize Workflow
Immersive XR Board Games
SPORTRACK is Powered by AI and Physical Learning
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Multifunctional Mixed Reality Glasses
VITURE Launched the Luma and Beast XR Glasses
Collaborative VR Art Experiences
Chanel Presents the A Conversation with the Sun Show
AR-Enabled Ski Rescue Helmets
The Conceptual Argus AR Helmet is Controlled by the Wearer's Eyes
Tech-Driven Beauty Mirrors
SWAN Beauty Mirror Incorporates AI and AR Functionalities
Full-Body-Tracking VR Rigs
Virtuix's 'Omni One Core' is an Ultra-Premium VR Rig for PC Gaming
Immersive Recovery Therapies
NeuroAnimation Technology Promotes Motor Recovery & Brain Health
Immersive Sports Engagement Solutions
Sportradar Expands Its Partnership with the NBA
Ultra-Bright AR Display Eyewear
The TOZO VIZO V1 AR Glasses are Adjustable
Virtual Footwear Try-Ons
Google's AI-Powered Try-On Tech Helps with Online Shoe Shopping
Mixed-Reality Fitness Applications
Kinneta Showcased a Variety of VR Fitness Apps at AWE 2025
Holographic Fragrance Installations
The Perfume Shop Stores Incorporate Holographic Technology
Social AI Video Lenses
Snapchat Brings Photo-To-Video AI to Lens Studio
Mixed Reality Headsets
The vivo Vision Discovery Edition is Cutting Edge and Immersive
Interactive AR Storefronts
Spotselfie AR Meta Stores Tie Real-World Places to Virtual Storefronts
Ai-Powered Metaverse Collaborations
Futureverse Strengthens Its Reebok Impact Collaboration
Humanoid Robot Games
The Great Robot Olympics Reveals Both Promise and Prose in Ai Evolution
Mixed Reality Headset Prototypes
Play for Dream Technology Presents Its Play for Dream MR Headset
AI Beauty Assistants
Sephora Launched Advanced Chatbot Features for Virtual Try-Ons and Bookings
Elevated Smart Glasses
Meta’s Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Have Built-In Display of Real-Time Translation
AI-Powered Video Generators
Avataar's AI Video Tool Creates Immersive Visual Content for Brands
AI-Powered 3D Avatars
AVATAi's Platform Creates Customizable Digital Brand Ambassadors
Personalized Digital Dating Rooms
Dating.com Introduced Customizable Virtual Spaces for Singles
Immersive VR Thriller Games
PlaySide Studios Announced 'Shattered' Thriller for VR Consoles
AI Retail Forecasts
Experts Outline how AI will Reshape Commerce By 2026
Mixed Reality Business Acquisitions
Google is Acquiring a Large Part of HTC's Vive XR Team
Virtual Reality Bendable Controllers
Minkyu Oh Designs the Cogito Concept with AR Technology
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
Virtual Styling Tools
TryMe AI Lets Users Preview Outfits And Track Style Choices
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
Scan-to-VR Technologies
Teleport by Varjo Creates Digital Twins for Real-World Locations
Virtual Interactive Shopping Experiences
Appy Pie Endpoint Launches Suite of Virtual Try-On APIs
Retina-Level VR Headsets
Pimax's Crystal Super Debuted at CES as an Industry-First
Lightweight VR Headsets
The Pimax Dream Air Represents a Notable Advancement in Virtual Reality
Immersive Halloween-Themed VR Experiences
Zero Latency VR Offers Suspenseful 'Halloween Thrills'
3D Haptic Peripherals
MinVerse by Haply Robotics is a CES 2025 Best of Innovation Winner
AI-Powered Shoppable Runways
Topshop and THG Studios Hosted a Front Row AI Experience
Graphics AR Smart Glasses
Rayneo AR Glasses Feature Batman Content on 3D-Ready Lenses
Virtual Clothing Tools
Virtual Try On Generates Realistic Clothing Images For Marketing And Social
Family-Friendly VR Games
MixRift's Battle Orb Brings the Fun of Physics to Family VR Gameplay
Virtual Dressing Rooms
AI Virtual Try On Offers Instant High-Quality Style Previews For Shoppers
Interior Visualization Tools
Room Interior Design Creates Photorealistic Interiors
Ophthalmic Technology Innovations
ZEISS is Debuting New Products and Reaching New Milestones
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Immersive Multimodal AI Headsets
The Android XR Supports VR, AR and MR
AI Styling Technology
Zelig Transforms Fashion Retail Experiences with Smart Recommendations
AI Companion Holograms
Project AVA Introduces a 3d Holographic AI Companion System
Emotionally Intelligent Retailer Platforms
JK Tech Spotlights Its Artificial Intelligence Platform
Comprehensive XR Lineups
Goertek Spotlights Its Extended Reality Range at CES 2026
AI-Enhanced Virtual Reality Therapies
PsyTechVR Offers Clinicians & Patients Sophisticated Tools
Tech-Branded VR Headsets
This Nothing VR Headset Concept by Ratan Pande is Ultra-Modern
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
Eye-Controlled Rescue Helmet
The Argus AR Ski Helmet Lets Rescuers Control Tech by Eye
Roblox Popularity Trackers
Rotrends Shows What’s Popular on Roblox and Why
AI Checkout Kiosks
Retailers Embrace AI Vision To Speed Self-Checkout Lines
Hopeful Technology Exhibits
Dialoghaus Hamburg Hosts Time Shift - Journey into Tomorrow
Advanced Display Technology
VESA Upgraded Its ClearMR and DisplayHDR True Black Standards
Virtual Fitting Mirror Systems
Ovme Smart Mirror System Lets You See, Feel, and Fit Outfits
Virtual Try-On Tools
Clothing Virtual Try On Shows Realistic Outfits For Online & Retail Shopping
Smart Mirror Platforms
loook.ai Helps Brands and Retailers Transform Retail with AR Mirrors
Extended Platform Support Agreements
Unity and Meta Extend Their Multi‑Year Platform Agreement
Wearable Olfactory VR Modules
Institute of Science Tokyo Introduced Scent Headset Prototype
Virtual Wellness Assistants
EvieAI is Exclusively Trained with Medical Journal Data
Elevated Audio Product Lines
HAVIT Showcases Innovative Audio Technologies at CES 2025
Immersive Virtual Reality Concerts
IMMERSION VR Concert Film Brings Fans Virtually on Stage
AI-Powered Lifestyle Photography
Nextech3D.AI Introduces New Features for its Ecommerce AI Studio
AI-Advanced 3D Product Tours
Kaon Interactive Introduces Kaon Demo360+TM
AR Virtual Space Hangouts
Meta Hyperscape Capture Now Supports Communal Hangouts Anywhere
Future Tech Blogs
Next Horizon Covers AI, Space, Biotechnology And Emerging Technologies
Tech-Enhanced Content Platforms
Perfect Corp's YouCam App Suite Taps AI, AR & Agentic Innovation
3D Holographic Game Experiences
VividQ Launched a New Modern Warfare 2 3D Experience
Survival Horror VR Games
Survios is Developing 'Alien: Rogue Incursion' for Horror Fans
Spatial Storytelling Films
The Apple Immersive Submerged Trailer Teases Next-Gen Video Tech
Tech-Enabled Smart Glasses
Snapchat Announces the Upcoming Arrival of its New 'Specs' Glasses
Emerging Market Insights
Rising Trends Helps Discover Hidden Markets And Business Opportunities
AI Fashion Tools
Virtualfit Lets Users Try on New Looks Instantly in a Digital Space
Virtual Outfit Try-Ons
Wardrobe AI Lets Users Virtually Try On Clothes With Photorealistic Results
AI-Powered Home Staging Tools
Zillow Virtual Staging Helps Home Shoppers Imagine the Potential
AR Motorcycle Helmets
Aegis Rider Strives to Enhance Safety for Motorists
Horror-Themed VR Worlds
Blumhouse is Creating the 'Horrorverse' for Meta Quest 3
Real-Time 3D Engines
Unity Enables 2D, 3D, VR & AR Project Development Across Industries
AI-Powered AR Eyewear
Snap and Qualcomm Develop Intelligent Glasses with On-Device AI
Prescriptive VR Therapy Platforms
VA Rolls Out Mynd Immersive MyndXR Across 45 Centers
Celebratory VR Promotions
Zero Latency VR is an Expert in Free-Roam Virtual Reality Entertainment
Technology-Fusing Laboratory Spaces
WindsorPatania Architects Designs the XR Lab
Global Product Launch Events
Uber Unveils a New Go-Get Exhibit Featuring Interactive Vignettes
AI Voice Assistant Eyewear
The HTC VIVE Eagle Glasses Have a 12MP Ultrawide Camera
Co-op Heist VR Experiences
Fast Travel Games Launches Payday: Aces High
Groundbreaking LED Panel Technologies
CineCity Studios & GLRT Improve Virtual Production Workflows
Interactive AI Headsets
The Samsung Galaxy XR Runs the Android XR Platform
AR-Enhanced Learning Tools
TutAR Empowers Education with AR-Enabled 3D Teaching Aids for K12
Practical Accessibility-Focused Tech Products
Lg Debuts a Suite of Accessibility-Focused Products
VR Rail Carriages
The St Vincent’s Express Takes Senior Care Residents to 10 Countries
Industry-Advancing AI-Powered Innovation Tools
3M is Presenting a Suite of Tech Advancements
Spatial Bubble Games
Bubbles Everywhere Offers Immersive Bubble Popping on Apple Vision Pro
Real-Time Skin Visualization Features
Revieve LiveAR Offers Real-Time Skin Visualization
AI-Powered AR Smart Glasses
Snap Specs AR Glasses Add Spatial AI And Gaming
AI 3D Conversion Tools
Sony Uses AI to Turn 2D Visuals into 3D
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
Inclusive Tech Expos
The Abilities Expo Showcased Latest Accessibility Innovations
Visual AI Interfaces
Collov Develops Camera-Based AI That Turns Images into Actions
Web-Based VR Games
Slice of Music Delivers an Interactive Rhythm Game for Apple Vision Pro
AI Adoption Insights
The 2025 State Of AI Development Reveals Key Industry Trends
Versatile Spatial Computers
The Play for Dream MR Was Unveiled at CES 2025 in Las Vegass
Emotionally Aware AI Avatars
Gemini Audio Powers Real-Time Voice Interactions
AI Virtual Tours
RealTour AI Creates Professional Property Tours Quickly And Easily
Multi-Protocol Smart Home Devices
THIRDREALITY Has Outlined Its Forthcoming Product Strategy
Immersive Fitness Apps
Gym Spatial Brings Immersive Environments To Apple Vision Pro Workouts