Somnium Space can also be entered using an Oculus Quest standalone app. This article describes how to install the Alpha+ release of the app using SideQuest. To immerse yourself in Somnium Space in VR you need a VR headset and a powerful PC/laptop to run the software. However, since the arrival of the Somnium Space…
Somnium Space Creators Fund 2022: Creators and Sharks in an Amazing Immersive VR Show
How far Somnium Space and the community of creators have come was clearly demonstrated during the Somnium Space Creators Fund 2022 pitches, which were held on July 19th and 20th, 2022. People went down the rabbit hole to join an event that was a celebration of the great strides immersive, spatial computing in general –…
The Metaverse: A Perfect Escape?
Philosophical perspectives on the Metaverse. Many things have been said and written about the Metaverse since it has become a trending topic. And people seem divided. On the topic of technology, where it is or isn’t, and what it will allow us to do or not do, now and in the future. But also on…
Somnium Times Sci-fi Character Contest!
Seasearcher walked along the beach, gazing beyond the sparkling sand and the blue, foaming waves to the horizon… Seasearcher was on the hunt. His feet were achy from travelling, but stopping his mission wasn’t any option. Famine had overtaken his village and those around it. They had rationed their food stores amongst the villagers, but…
Karel Janeček Partnered With Somnium Space for 2023 Czech Presidential Campaign
Somnium Space announced that Karel Janeček, Czech mathematician, entrepreneur, anti-corruption campaigner, has officially partnered with Somnium for the 2023 Czech Presidential Campaign. Somnium Space is a platform for many; It’s not only about innovative VR technologies, but even more so a space for free, creative thinkers. Karel Janeček, Czech born mathematician, entrepreneur, anti-corruption campaigner, is the latest, but certainly not…
Thought Experiment: Somnium Space 2032
What does the Metaverse look like in 2032? This short fiction story paints a picture. Oly looked at her bag. It was one of those fancy ones; the very last specimen with gorgeous algorithmic print, which she ran into in a remote corner of the Sanctum Mall not far from the Old Hospital World. She…
Perform With Perfect Audio In Somnium Space Metaverse!
I’ve been performing music and experimenting with audio in Somnium Space for almost two years. In Somnium Space VR, I’ve streamed myself dj-ing for weekly Saturday Disco parties through Twitch, which Somnium players can watch on the “big screen” in-game web browser. I’ve performed acoustic shows wearing my vrGuitars on my selfie-based Ready Player Me…
Somnium Space: A Great Place for Your Events
The increase in building activity and the growing community are clear signs that Somnium Space is becoming the preferred platform for many. There is another measure we can look at: The number of events that are held in Somnium Space. On Somnium Events all events are collected in one place. This excludes daily meetups and…
The Metaverse On The Slope Of Enlightenment
Initially, people tend to have inflated expectations of new technologies. What typically follows is a phase of disillusionment. Eventually however we get enlightened and begin to grasp the true potential. The pioneers among us keep developing, maturing the technology, and ultimately increasing our productivity. We will never look back. I think the expectations regarding the…
Somnium (Safe) Space and Gamification
Launching a new platform, like Somnium Space, built on top of decentralization technology, is like starting a new country. With it comes a great opportunity to shape a culture that offers new opportunities for development and success and plenty of upward mobility for the people who choose to inhabit it. An opportunity, also, to create…










