Why It Matters…

Immersion drives presence, and presence drives value. Small accessory decisions shape how “real” VR feels, directly affecting user satisfaction and repeat sessions.

Objective

Evaluate light-blocking accessories to identify design factors that improve immersion, comfort, and overall user satisfaction for VR users.

Research Method

Perceptual evaluation with structured product testing, head-to-head comparisons, and mixed-methods debriefs.

Data Analytic Approach

• behavioral coding of user wearability

• accessory preference ranking

• quant/qual metrics for each accessory condition

• thematic analysis on user comfort and stability

Results

• Identified accessory design elements that meaningfully improved light leakage.

• Defined trade-offs between comfort and full light occlusion.

• Created design recommendations based on perceptual drivers.