# VR Moonwalking Experiences 'A Moon for All Mankind' Places Players in a VR Lunar Space By Justin Lam | Published 2018-07-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moon-for-all-mankind References: [cnet](https://www.cnet.com/news/samsung-latest-vr-moonshot-literally-takes-a-shot-at-the-moon/) & [pocketnow](http://pocketnow.com/2018/07/19/samsung-nasas-a-moon-for-all-mankind-vr) [Samsung's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-space-tycoon) A Moon for All Mankind is the latest installation from the tech giant and this one lets people live out their moonwalking fantasies. Opening in New York City, this [VR experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-latency-vr) utilizes a Gear VR headset, a Galaxy S9 Plus and a [specialized rig harness](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omni-one-core). The headset and smartphone help create the distinct VR lunar landscape, while the harness allows for users to feel the sensations of a true moonbounce. Samsung's Gear VR doesn't traditionally come with the ability to track movements, but Samsung upgraded the headset with a myriad of sensors for the A Moon for All Mankind experience. These sensors allow users to fully articulate their arms and legs in virtual reality in an impressive fashion. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Virtual Reality Moonwalking:** The trend of creating virtual reality experiences that simulate moonwalking is emerging with technological advancements, providing opportunities for immersive experiences. - **Enhanced VR Gear:** The trend of developing specialized VR gear with advanced sensors for tracking movements that provide users a more realistic immersive experience, presents opportunities for tech companies. - **Immersive Experiences:** The trend of designing immersive experiences using VR technology, provides opportunities for companies looking to provide unique and engaging experiences to their customers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Technology:** The technology industry has an opportunity to further enhance VR technology and revolutionize the consumer experience with more realistic and seamless simulation. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can leverage VR technology to offer unique and engaging immersive experiences such as moonwalking on the moon, and create new revenue streams. - **Tourism:** The tourism industry can offer customers unique and memorable experiences through VR moonwalking and create revenue opportunities through virtual tourism. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Branded Virtual Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-space-tycoon.md) - [Haptic VR Walking Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ekto-one-boots.md) - [Omnidirectional VR Treadmills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omni-one.md) - [Interactive AI Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-xr.md) - [Locomotion VR Controller Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vr-motion-simulator.md) - [Metaverse-Ready Locomotive Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kat-loco.md) - [Metaverse-Based Virtual Rides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-the-ride.md) - [Virtual Reality Gameplay Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/explorer.md) - [Immersive Halloween-Themed VR Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-latency-vr.md)