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Story Futures

Bringing Immersive to UK Cultural Venues

StoryFutures x Meta - Xperience
StoryFutures were thrilled to receive Meta ’ s Immersive Learning VR headset donation . Hundreds of Meta Quest 2 headsets were provided to aid in bringing new dimensions of screen culture to fruition and cultivating a broader audience for Virtual Reality throughout the UK . Each arts & cultural venue received access to 25 VR headsets , while each library partner received a minimum of 4 as part of the StoryTrails legacy project . The expanded distribution across the UK contributed to ongoing efforts to raise awareness and engagement with VR and immersive experiences across various age groups and demographics . Venues also received specialist equipment and training from the StoryFutures team for audiences to enjoy a range of VR experiences , thanks to the support of the BFI , awarding National Lottery funding .
Xperience is the first dedicated VR distribution programme that partnered with five participating independent cinema venues and arts centres to innovate opportunities for
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