Desktop Delight: Somnium Space Levels Up Non-VR Desktop (2D) Mode

Written by Marc Demar

While nothing beats the full immersion of strapping on your VR headset and diving headfirst into Somnium Space’s vibrant worlds, the platform’s Non-VR Desktop (2D) Client has been quietly evolving into a powerhouse in its own right. The latest V3.0.9 Hotfix, which dropped just days ago, delivers a suite of new features and refinements that make 2D exploration feel smoother, more intuitive, and downright fun. Whether you’re testing the waters without VR gear or just want a quick session from your desk, this update proves Somnium Space isn’t leaving desktop users in the dust.

Adventuring in Somnium Space in 2D mode

Fresh Features That Bring Desktop to Life

Somnium Space’s devs have supercharged the Desktop Client with tools that bridge the gap to VR-like interactivity:

Pop-Up Menu Support (Hit R!): Press the R key to summon a radial menu packed with essentials. Access poses, tweak your avatar height on the fly, check yourself out in a mirror, respawn instantly, or mute/unmute with ease. It’s a one-stop hub that keeps your flow uninterrupted.

Poses System Unleashed: Sit back in a chair, lay down for a chill vibe, or kneel during epic roleplay moments. It’s all possible in Desktop mode. Pair it with height adjustments for perfect positioning, and suddenly your 2D avatar feels alive and expressive.

Quick Mute/Unmute (Default: M): No more fumbling through menus. Just tap M to toggle your mic and keep chats seamless, whether you’re whispering strategies or belting out laughs.

These additions transform the Desktop Client from a spectator mode into a fully participatory experience.

Why Go 2D? The Magic of Shared Spaces

Opening up the in-game tablet in the Non-VR Desktop Client

Venturing into Somnium Space via Desktop isn’t a downgrade, it’s a smart entry point with massive upside. Did you know there is seamless coexistence? VR headset-wearers and 2D explorers share the same persistent worlds, and can chat, collaborate, and create side-by-side. Everyone’s on equal footing. It’s accessible fun that hooks you until you’re ready for full VR immersion.