So there are many things you can do in VR that isn’t specifically about
gaming. Gamers, please don’t click away yet! As the things on this list are I think also enjoyable for you.
Last year, I made a video about it already, but VR has changed tremendously since then in only one year.
I mean, the Quest wasn’t even released yet. So I thought
I’d make a 2020 version with new info and new things to try out. I’ll also
share tips on how to do everything on both PC VR and standalone VR headsets.
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Did you know that you can play an instrument in VR?
This is great because it removes the limit of space needed for some instruments, like a drumset,
for example. I mean those are big. In VR, you can just magically make the drums appear anywhere you
want and in any size you want. For example, you can do this in the VR app called Paradiddle,
and there are people who use that app who were able to drum entire covers just using the app.
There’s also a piano learning app called VRTuos on Quest,
but this one requires a real piano. Still, it’s cool as it uses hand tracking to teach you songs.
I think these apps open up many possibilities, and I am looking forward to seeing one where
I can completely learn an instrument in VR. Because I really suck at those.
By the way, everything I mention in this video is linked in the description below.
Now, do you ever feel like a potato after a full workday? I know I sometimes do, and then
diving into a VR horror game like Phasmophobia isn’t always top of mind.
But relaxing apps in VR could actually rejuvenate me. For this, you can try meditation in VR,
like Guided Meditation VR or relaxing apps like theBlu.
Really, I’m not the type to meditate as my head gets distracted way too fast,
but doing it in VR helps with that, and I’m able to think about nothing
for a second. Even if that only lasts for 5 minutes,
it helps a bit. In gamer terms, we could say, it’ll feel like you just drank a mana potion.
So something I really loved doing this year was attending a live actor VR show. The one
I attended was in The Under Presents, where I had to book a ticket for a specific time slot,
and at that time, I had to log in and then with like 4 or 5 other people, we became part
of a theater show based on a Shakespeare story. We couldn’t talk among ourselves,
but we were guided by a live actor who did all the narration. He has the power to spawn objects, put
us in different environments, etc. It was only a show of 40 minutes, but it was truly a ton of fun.
The best thing? Chary and I went on seperate time slots and we spoke afterward and found out that
the show was a bit different per person as it was all improvised. Unfortunately,
they don’t have shows running right now, but keep an eye on The Under Presents or anything else in
the immersive theater VR space. This is something I absolutely recommend checking out at least once.
Now, I’ve already mentioned this in my previous video, but I feel this one is worth mentioning
again as we have many new people on the channel. During these challenging times, it’s not
recommended to meet up with friends in real life, so the next best thing would be to do it in VR.
Try out Big Screen, where you can now book tickets to 3D movies and watch them together with friends
on a big theater screen. Even in private, it’s like having your own private theater.
You can also share your own movies or shows in there if you want.
And the best thing here? You can lay on bed or sit on your own comfortable couch;
for all they know, you’re sitting there with only your underwear on.
Attending a concert in VR is magical. In real life concerts, short people like me don’t see a
thing. Leave a comment on this video if you can relate to this.
But in VR, you can not only adjust your height, but you can also move closer
or have the show all around you. You have to try it out at least
once, and I recommend Wave XR for that. Waves are live, interactive, immersive, and social concerts
that allow artists and music fans alike to express themselves and connect in new ways. I’ve seen the
Lindsey Stirling show, and it was just something else - It gave me goosebumps everywhere.
Next, is also one not to miss. At least if you don’t like going to the gym for workouts.
Then VR could be a fun motivation to get more exercise. Most games already get you more activity
than ever before playing games, but here are some app suggestions that are made for VR workouts. You
got, for example, VZfit or Holofit. Both require a subscription but it gives you access to their
app and tracker that allows you to put an exercise bike or even a crossfit into your VR experience.
There’s also the VR Workout app on SideQuest or Supernatural VR. These are all apps focused on
working out and less about gaming. I actually made dedicated videos on many of these apps,
and a full video about why I think working out in VR is great.
So I’ll link ‘em all below in the description in case you’re interested in more info.
Also, if you are interested in this, keep an eye on Oculus Move, which is a
fitness tracker for VR coming out later. Never did we know that in 2020 we work
more from home than in the office, and employers are okay with it. But after so
many half-dressed webcam meetings (yes, just admit it), you may want to try something else.
More and more VR apps are coming out that allow us to co-work in an innovative way that
I believe can increase productivity for certain types of meetings, like brainstorming sessions.
You can try it out with the free VR chatroom, Mozilla Hubs. It’s easy to use and doesn’t
require an installation. All you need is to create and share the link for people to join.
Of course, do check it out before you start the meeting and look at what features are available
to make it the best session possible.
Another app you can check out is Immersed VR, but Virtual Desktop or Big Screen can be options too.
Facebook is also coming with Infinite Office, which is going to be interesting. I hope. So I
can’t wait to see this evolve over the years, and hopefully, it’ll be a common thing in the future.
So this is something incredible. You can visit the whole world from the comfort of your home.
With Google Earth VR, you can fly to any place you want in the world and check it out.
It uses pretty basic Google Streetview but imagine visiting your old childhood home,
maybe that’s on the other side of the world o r walking to the top of a pyramid
in Egypt. There are some things you can only do in VR. Google Earth VR is not available on
Quest though, but on Quest, you can do this with the app called Wander.
If you got a 3D printer or you know someone who has one. Then try this. Draw something
in VR in 3D, you can use apps like Tilt Brush, Gravity Sketch VR, or Oculus Medium.
There are many available that allow you to draw in 3D. And after that, export it to your computer
and try 3D printing it. Most of these apps already have the right export settings for a 3D printer.
And it is just super magical to design something in VR and then to watch it come to life.
So over the years, I’ve been watching a ton of learning experiences in VR, and I’ve noticed
that those kinds of experiences stay with me way longer than reading a book. So I think VR
is one of the best media to learn. It actually makes me jealous that I’m not a kid anymore,
as I believe all kids will learn with VR headsets at school in the future.
But for us right now, there are interactive learning apps available, like National Geographic
Explore VR and Anne Frank VR. Or you can watch documentaries, like Traveling While Black.
I think if you’ve tried one of these experiences,
you’ll agree with me how much of an impact VR can make in the educational sector…
…And we are just at the start of everything. VR, even though it’s been in our lives for
four years now, I think we’re still in its early phase. We can achieve so much more in VR,
but it just takes more time. Although, since I made the video last year, great strides
have been made towards improvement and more innovative solutions. All in just one year.
So we are growing and fast, and I cannot wait to see what else is in store.
Let me know in the comments what you do in VR that is not about gaming and not on this list
yet. Put it below so everyone can get some more tips. And let me know your favorite one!
And if you haven’t seen my last video yet,
you should definitely check it out as there are more things you could try out in VR that
I didn’t mention in this video. The link is below and on the screen right now.
Stay safe & I hope to see you in the next video. A
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As always, VR on!