​Did you know the first virtual reality (VR) video games appeared much earlier than you'd think? In the 1980s and 1990s, the industry began experimenting with this groundbreaking technology that felt like it came straight out of a sci-fi movie. The idea was simple yet revolutionary: immerse players in 3D worlds where they could interact in ways never seen before.

One of the pioneers was Virtuality, a series of arcade machines from the '90s that offered 3D experiences using bulky VR headsets and specialized controls. Although the graphics were basic and the equipment clunky, it marked the beginning of a new era. Nintendo also took a shot with the Virtual Boy, a portable console released in 1995. Despite its commercial failure, it demonstrated the industry's curiosity about VR.

Today, virtual reality has come a long way, but its essence remains unchanged: letting you live adventures in entirely new worlds. Can you imagine playing those early classics with today’s technology? VR is here to stay, and its history reminds us how bold ideas can reshape how we play.​