Beat Boredom During Lockdown With These Top 5 Things To Do In Virtual Reality
This year has been a challenging one for many reasons, especially because of the amount of time we’ve had to spend indoors. Many countries are starting to ease the rules about going outside, however, many of us are still in full lockdown or quarantine post-travelling. Regardless of where you are, it’s still recommended to stay inside as much as possible, and that can leave you restless and looking for ways to entertain yourself.
Virtual reality has seen a big spike in users during the pandemic and it’s not surprising - you can spend hours playing games or even “going out” for a stroll along the beach. All you need is a decent VR headset and boredom be gone!
Need some ideas on what to do? Here are 5 ways how you can entertain yourself using virtual reality without ever leaving your bedroom.
Enjoy some virtual company with benefits
We may as well start with the most popular use of virtual reality - porn. Even if the industry will be reluctant to publicly admit to it, virtual porn is by far the biggest driver, with 3 out of the top 5 VR-focused websites being pornography websites.
There are many companies that offer realistic VR porn, but make sure to pick a good one. Thankfully, several websites are offering temporary free subscriptions or even free VR headsets during this difficult period to help people stay entertained and satisfied.
Attached? This can also be a great way to make a boring relationship exciting again! Try watching a VR video while your significant other performs the physical actions on you - it may just be the spark you need to physically reconnect again.
Think about your studies
Lockdown may have affected your education this year, but what about those of us who are going to college next year and were supposed to spend this year driving around the country looking for the best campus?
Thankfully, some universities have actually started offering virtual tours for people who can’t make it in person. Prospective students and their parents can become familiar with various aspects of campus life through the use of their VR headgear. They can visit the accommodation and social spaces, such as gyms and restaurants. The virtual visitors can even learn about the subjects they may wish to study, as well as other practicalities.
It’s also a great way to keep your parents proud when they ask you what you’re doing with that VR set on again!
Try some extreme mountain biking
If you have a bit of cash to spare, you could actually get a static bike that’s connected to your virtual reality headset (such as the Ebove or VirZOOM) in a combination that is sure to knock your socks off!
We’re not just talking about a relaxing bike ride down an empty hill (unless that’s what you’re in the mood for, of course!) - you could actually go on a ride out of a GoPro ad, filled with crazy turns, narrow roads and mountains that you would probably never dare to actually ride on in real life.
The best part? As you watch yourself riding through these stunning places, you’ll actually feel the bumps on your bike, so you will get a pretty realistic feel… just watch out for vertigo!
Get up and cheer at a live event
Millions of people around the world were gutted that some of their favourite shows, concerts and sports games had to be cancelled during the pandemic. But virtual reality has stepped in to help!
While watching a concert in VR is not quite as thrilling as the real deal - it really is the next best thing. Not only will you enjoy the performance, but you’ll also feel connected to others who are watching since it’s live.
Travel far and wide
Borders may still be closed to many countries, but you can’t control the travel bug! Those of us who are born to explore can never be contained for too long and virtual reality has made it possible for us to see the world from the comfort of our living room.
Travel is a popular category in VR, so whether you’ve always wanted to explore the sacred sites of Peru or go diving with turtles - there are bound to be virtual experiences for you to enjoy.
Even just having the feeling and visual simulation of being outdoors can be therapeutic during these times, so if you’re feeling a little low - take a walk through a virtual forest, meditate by a waterfall or explore a new city. Guaranteed to make you feel better!
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