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New research suggests that hyper-real virtual reality environments could help trigger positive emotional states such as awe, joy, and calm.
Murdoch University research finds hyper-real VR can trigger positive states like awe and calm.
KEY POINTS
- Early VR studies focused on negative emotions; positive effects in hyper-real environments were underexplored.
- Dynamic lighting and large-scale geometry in VR specifically boost calmness and awe.
- Emotional states in VR influence engagement, memory retention, and decision-making, not just aesthetics.
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