Written by Marc Demar Step through the heavy wooden door and you are instantly transported into the private sanctum of a long-forgotten scholar of the arcane arts. “Alchemist Home,” is one of those rare experiences that feels less like a virtual space and more like a living, breathing workshop lifted straight from the pages of…
Written by Marc Demar The number of worlds in Somnium Space is growing at a rapid pace. We’d love to visit and write about every single one, but the sheer volume makes it an increasingly daunting task. If you truly want to understand them, the best approach is to dive into Somnium Space yourself and…
Written by Marc Demar I’ll be honest. I immersed into Highlands expecting another pretty VR nature walk. What I got was the kind of place that makes you forget you’re even wearing a headset. The second I spawned, I was standing knee-deep in the most gorgeous turquoise river I’ve seen in any Somnium world. The…
The newly launched Furry Chillout HD in Somnium Space stands out as a heartfelt dedication to one of the platform’s fastest-growing groups: furries. Created as a dedicated hangout space, this experience is explicitly inspired by and serves as an homage to Lt. Shadow’s iconic work (think cozy, atmospheric furry hideouts that have long been fan…
At Somnium Times, we’re endlessly passionate about venturing into the vast array of user-created worlds that make Somnium Space so extraordinary. Today, we plunged headfirst into a blazing inferno: Lava World, uploaded by TinFoilHat. This creation stands as a great example of the power of minimalist design paired with profound atmospheric immersion. It’s a super-striking…
Written by Marc Demar Artific, the name behind many innovations and immersive worlds, has deployed a wonderful new experience in Somnium Space: Desert Outpost. This immersive environment transports visitors to a remote military base smack in the middle of an endless desert, evoking the stark isolation and rugged resilience of a forward operating post. Drawing…
There’s a new World in Somnium Space. Well there are many new worlds. But one we have been looking forward to is the next one in Somnium’s “Inspired Series” (the first one being the amazing Dino Park World). This new world is Vault 13. It obviously draws inspiration from the iconic Fallout games and shows,…
Nestled among the many amazing worlds of Somnium Space lies one of the most atmospheric and meticulously crafted parcels you’ll stumble across: Thad Magic Mirrors World. From the moment you jump in, the place wraps you in a hauntingly beautiful crimson twilight that feels equal parts romantic and melancholic, like stepping into a painting where…
Love nature? Love VR? Then visit the Unity Terrain Demo World in Somnium Space. It’s quite a breathtaking showcase of what can be achieved in immersive natural environments. Created using Unity’s powerful Terrain feature by Denevraut, this experience transforms simple digital tools into a vivid, expansive world that captures the essence of untamed wilderness. It’s…
Written by Marc Demar Recently I had the pleasure of exploring Tsuki Onsen, a captivating VR World in Somnium Space, crafted by the talented creator Libellule using OpenBrush. It’s a space that embodies tranquility and mystical beauty. Nestled deep in the mountains, this sanctuary revolves around serene hot springs illuminated by silver moonlight, where the…
By Marc Demar Somnium Space announced it has reached a significant milestone: over 1,000 users have successfully completed their mandatory, secure and free ID verification process (via Stripe). The milestone underscores the platform’s commitment to fostering a dedicated adult community and reflects growing confidence in its vision for a mature, immersive virtual environment. By integrating…
Somnium Space is full of active and passionate community members, and this June 5th they are proudly presenting a Pride parade, a vibrant celebration organized by Denevraut and Wildy. Join this community-led virtual parade as it hops from world to world, bringing residents and allies together in a shared space of joy, creativity, and pride….
With roots in the hypnotic trance of early PlayStation games and influences like Paul Oakenfold and Graeme Norgate, Bynni began producing in 2006 and has since built a distinctive sound that fuses Trance and Dubstep with Western and Eastern elements. After formal music theory training at the University of Cambridge and a rapid entry into…
Somnium Space has rolled out version 3.1.5, delivering a well-rounded update focused on performance, usability, and accessibility. The latest patch introduces several player-friendly features that refine everyday interactions while making the platform easier to join and enjoy for both veterans and newcomers alike. Smarter Avatars with Automatic Fallback System One of the standout additions is…
Somnium Space has established itself as one of the most creator-centric virtual reality platforms to date. This persistent, open-world environment empowers users not only to create and explore but to build income streams directly from their imagination and presence. Unlike some other, more traditional, platforms that rely on platform-controlled advertising, centralized revenue models, or substantial…
Somnium Space’s DJ Night is about to get a serious injection of spontaneous energy on May 1st, and one of the artists stepping up to the virtual decks is none other than ØMEN. A passionate VRDJ and World/Shader/Script developer, who went from throwing his own events in other social VR worlds to becoming a Somnium…
Somnium Space, the persistent and deeply immersive VR universe, keeps expanding at a remarkable pace. Every month, fresh features roll out alongside brand-new custom worlds, each one more intricate and ambitious than the last, continually pushing the limits of what immersive VR can be. There really is something for everyone here. One area we haven’t…
Somnium Space maintains a relentless update schedule, and last week it was time for update 3.1.4, which brings fresh tools for players and creators alike while pushing performance to new heights across the entire platform. As usual, no need for users to do anything, as the update will kick in automatically. Once completed, jump in…
In that weird, glowing space where pixels meet real feelings, where miles disappear and people can finally be who they are, WHSPRS feels like a bright spark of queer digital longing mixed with this stubborn, hopeful energy. Born from the half-Austrian, half-Liverpudlian soul of Lukas Zeiler, this virtual project doesn’t just perform music. It processes…
Written by Marc Demar Step through the heavy wooden door and you are instantly transported into the private sanctum of a long-forgotten scholar of the arcane arts. “Alchemist Home,” is one of those rare experiences that feels less like a virtual space and more like a living, breathing workshop lifted straight from the pages of…