Written by Marc Demar Roaming VR world Somnium Space is an experience that never fails to ignite my curiosity and fascination. As I traverse the digital landscapes of this virtual realm, I am constantly enthralled by the myriad creations that surround me. What captivates me most is the profound journey from abstract concept to concrete…
The Metaverse and the Illusion of our Senses
Is physical reality more “real” than the metaverse? Let’s look at the philosophical dilemma. When one thinks of the metaverse, you could be forgiven for having vertigo at the prospect of diving into a virtual world, that you are going to experience with your senses in a completely immersive way. Reality, and the world, can…
Dreaming Big in Somnium Space
Leonardo da Vinci once said: “For once you have tasted flight you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skywards, for there you have been and there you will long to return.” I thought of these words when I was on Lonely Diver Mountain the other day, my favorite spot for contemplation and relaxation…
Somnium Space: As Warm As Toast
Not so long ago I went on a trip with my family. We didn’t go far due to corona travel restrictions, but just far enough to experience a sense of escape from our daily lives. We had rented a summer cottage near the coast. The temperatures were still low, but our cottage had a very…
Somnium Space: Philosophical Musings on Lonely Diver Mountain
Somnium Space is not just a place to socialize, do business, play and work. While all of the above is inherently connected to being a Somnium citizen, this VR world is something entirely different as well. It is also a place for perception. Not ‘just’ a virtual world in a digital sense, but a virtuality,…






