Written by Marc Demar As someone who’s called Somnium Space home since the early days back in 2019, I’ve watched this platform grow from a bold vision into something quite extraordinary. And amid the constant stream of new worlds, events, dancing avatars, and social buzz, it’s easy for the bigger picture to get lost. Don’t…
Somnium VR1 Delivers (From Someone Who Bet On It)
Written by Marc Demar When Somnium Space first teased the VR1, the promise was bold: a creator-grade, open, and relentlessly practical headset that could serve sim pilots, builders, performers, and everyday explorers without locking them into a walled garden. After following its development closely and putting it to work across Somnium’s social VR, creative tools,…
Somnium Space Announces First VR1 Meetup in Prague and Updated VR1 Prices
Written by Marc Demar, Editor of the Somnium Times Fellow dreamers and VR enthusiasts, brace yourselves! Somnium Space has just announced (see this medium post) an event that promises to be nothing short of extraordinary. On January 31, 2025, the Somnium Office in Prague will host the very first Somnium VR1 Meetup, an exclusive gathering…
From Vision to Reality: Somnium VR1’s Milestone Moment
Written by Marc Demar, based on this Medium Post by Somnium Space. After years of anticipation, hard work, and development, Somnium Space has achieved a landmark moment in 2024: the shipping of the first five batches of the VR1 headset. In Somnium Space’s latest Medium article, Artur Sychov, founder and CEO, shared what this means…
Electric Eve: A Night in Somnium to Remember
Written by Marc Demar Somnium Space knows how to throw a party, and last night was no exception. In the heart of the metaverse, at GenesisVR OMG Tron Club, 25 or so people/avatars came together for an unforgettable evening of music, dancing, and connection during the spectacular DJ party called ‘Electric Eve’. The event featured…
Somnium VR1: A Headset Powered by Vision, Not Just Technology
Written by Marc Demar The Somnium VR1 headset is nearly here, and with it comes the promise of a new era in virtual reality. Somnium Space is making final adjustments, preparing to ship the first units into the hands of eager enthusiasts like myself. As I await its arrival, everything is in place—my VR room,…
Somnium Connect 2024: What did VR influencers’ say about the VR1 production units?
If you didn’t know that the Somnium Connect 2024 event took place in Prague on July 12th, you must have been living under a rock. As we reported in this article, the event was a tremendous success, and we can vouch for it since we were there! It was undoubtedly one of the most anticipated…
Somnium Connect 2024: A Confluence of Innovation and Inspiration in Prague
One of the most anticipated events in the virtual reality and immersive tech scene was none other than Somnium Connect 2024. Hosted at the Marriott hotel in the vibrant city of Prague on July 12th, 2024, we were on the ground, soaking up the energy, scouting the latest trends, and zeroing in on the tech…
Somnium VR1 Wows Enthusiasts at Flight Sim Expo 2024
Somnium Space had a VR1 booth at Flight Sim Expo 2024, which ran from June 21 to 23. Enthusiasts from all corners of the globe gathered to experience firsthand what many are discovering as a game-changer in the world of VR in general and virtual reality flight simulation in particular. Many tried the VR1 and…
Artur Sychov Unveiled Somnium VR1 Pricing and Premiered ‘Tear Down’ Video
In a highly anticipated live session on Somnium Space’s Discord server, Artur Sychov, the Founder and CEO of Somnium Space, revealed the pricing details for the eight unique versions of the much-awaited Somnium VR1 headset. Following the recent Medium article announcing the different models, this session answered the burning question on everyone’s mind: the cost…










