Somnium Space announced that applications for Season 2 of the Somnium Space Academy are now officially open! This structured, hands-on creator program returns with even more opportunities to level up your skills in the immersive world of Somnium Space. Somnium Space, the persistent, open social VR metaverse where users own, create, explore, and monetize virtual…
Somnium Space Announces Final World Building Winners – And a Major Pivot to Ambassador-Led Creation
Somnium Space recently announced the winners of the December 2025 World Building Competition, the final edition of Somnium Space’s monthly series. Though announced a bit later than usual, the delay stemmed from significant behind-the-scenes changes to the competition process. Third Place: “When the Lights Were Softer” by Libellule Taking home $50, Libellule delivered a cozy,…
Inside the Virtual Stage: Exclusive Interview with Seen IT
Seen IT is one of those virtual bands that really makes VR feel alive. Sam and Matt, the two guys behind it, started jamming back in 2021, messing around with silly songs before finding their real sound – stuff that actually hits you in the chest. Tracks like “Cafe in the Rain” and “Left Alone”…
Molten Meditation: Exploring the Blazing Depths of Lava World
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…
DJ Emerald Lights Up Somnium Space: The VR Comeback Story and His Massive 24-Hour Live Event
Few experiences capture the magic of live music quite like a DJ set in a fully immersive environments. DJ Emerald, a rising talent in the VR scene, has found his true groove in Somnium Space, where beats, community, and creativity collide in ways that have reignited his passion for performing. What began as a friendship-fueled…
From Vinyl to Virtual: DJ Sickmund Floyd’s Journey to Somnium Space and Why You Should Join the Revolution
Look, if you’ve ever spent hours tweaking beats in a dimly lit room or sweating it out in front of a half-empty club, you know the music game isn’t all glamour. It’s grind, it’s heartbreak, and sometimes, if you’re lucky, it’s that one set where everything clicks. That’s the world DJ Sickmund Floyd, Somnium Space…
From Asheville Mics to Somnium Mayhem: D-Silly’s Dark Comedy Revolution in VR
Few figures embody the raw, unfiltered spirit of stand-up comedy quite like D-Silly, the founder and creative force behind After Hours Comedy. This exclusive interview arrives fresh on the heels After Hours Comedy’s performance at the Somnium Space Festival in December 2025. This three-day extravaganza in Somnium Space capped off the year with music, cutting-edge…
Review: Desert Outpost – A Tranquil Mirage of Military Might in Somnium Space
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…
Reflecting on a Year of Virtual Wonders: Highlights from Somnium Space in 2025
We’ve entered 2026 and Somnium Space continues to redefine the boundaries of VR with mind-bending immersive social experiences. 2025 has been a pivotal one for the platform, marked by groundbreaking updates, community-driven innovations, and unforgettable moments that have strengthened its position as a prime destination. From going 18+/adults only, introducing the Somnium Tip Jar and…
Somnium Space Festival Spotlight #5: Wildy’s Journey From Karaoke Roots to Somnium Stage Domination
As the Somnium Space Festival is around the corner from December 27-29, 2025, we’re diving deep with the extraordinary artists set to deliver unforgettable performances. Today, the spotlight is on Wildy, the ultimate VR multi-hyphenate who’s a proud furry icon in VRChat and Somnium Space, a dynamic DJ, innovative producer, and captivating singer. From his…










