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…
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…
Written by Marc Demar The spooky season may be behind us, but the chills live on forever in Somnium Space thanks to the incredible creators who entered this year’s October/November World Building Competition. The Halloween-themed contest brought out some of the most atmospheric, creative, and downright haunting worlds. I believe the real magic of these…
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…
Written by Marc Demar One of the most impressive immersive masterpieces in Somnium Space is Apartment 420, crafted by Shodah (audio design), Denevraut (developer) and UDTBID (3D modeling). It has emerged as a standout experience that captivates visitors with its futuristic design, interactive elements and a beautiful soundscape. A Vision of the Future Apartment 420…