Top Virtual Reality Influencers: VR Creators to Know

Virtual reality (VR) is a simulated experience created through the use of computer technology. Like any other trendy technology, VR has caught the attention of many social media users and who better showcase their VR experiences than influencers. Although VR has become a popular component of video games, it is not just for gamers. VR has begun to be incorporated into many industries, such as education, healthcare, the automotive industry, professional sports, and more. As VR technology becomes more widespread, VR influencers are picking up steam on social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and more. Here are a few of the top VR Influencers today.

Top virtual reality influencers

John Carmack

John is an American computer programmer, engineer and video game developer. He is one of the leading influencers in VR as a pioneer in the field. Co-founder and lead programmer of the video game company id Software, he helped create games like Wolfenstein 3D, Doom and Quake and Commander Keen. Carmack previously worked as Oculus, Facebook’s virtual reality subsidiary, where he was the Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Carmack now fills his X feed with the latest technology scoop for more than 1 million followers.

Ryan Wyatt

When tech heads want to know what’s going on in the field of VR, many check out Ryan Wyatt’s X feed. Ryan is an American gaming executive, author and former esports commentator who broadcasted under the name Fwiz. Currently, he’s the president of Polygon Labs, a position which gives him lots of sway in the Twittersphere for gamers and VR fans. Because he helped push gaming into the mainstream, many consider him to be one of the world’s top thought leaders in the field. He also posts about the blockchain and other tech.

Hugo Barra

Hugo is a Brazilian computer scientist, entrepreneur and tech executive. For several years, he worked at Google, taking on various roles in product management, including vice president of Google’s Android division. After working at Google, he became vice president of Xiaomi, a Chinese electronics company, and also worked for Meta. With all of these high-tech positions, it’s no wonder those in VR consider Hugo Barra a mover and shaker in the VR field and one of its most important influencers.

Jasmine 

Known on TikTok for her incredible take on VR content, Jasmine mixes it up as she shares traditional VR content but also uses her platform to educate more than 33.2k followers how they can create it themselves too. Her popular feed is full of Meta Quest 3 related content as well as exciting free VR games you can try at home too.

Palmer Luckey

To VR fans, Palmer is famous for being one of the co-founders of Oculus VR, the VR subsidiary of Meta that Mark Zuckerberg purchased when Palmer was just 21 years old. He is also the designer of the company’s head-mounted VR display, Oculus Rift, a gadget that offers a fully immersive virtual experience. In 2017, Luckey left Oculus and founded Anduril Industries, a company focusing on the development of autonomous drones and sensors for use in the military. His current X feed is packed with his latest projects and VR findings.

Cathy Hackl

Cathy has many accomplishments under her belt. As a broadcaster, she was nominated for an Emmy Award in 2007 for her coverage of the immigration marches in Atlanta. Fast forward to 2017 when Hackl was selected to be a fellow at Oculus Launch Pad, a program dedicated to the training and support of promising VR creators. These days, Hackl works as a futurist focused on the post-smartphone future and has founded her digital design software Journey Dot World. The popular VR influencer has previously been named on Linkedin as one of the top 10 voices in tech. She often posts about AI as well.

Alan Smithson

As the CEO MetaVRse, Alan encourages the expansion of human communication and development through 3D creations and VR. His popular VR platform has helped many Fortune 100 companies develop their brands and tap into the world of VR. Alan has previously worked with HBO, Samsung, Microsoft, and more but now fills his X feed with his latest work in the VR industry.

Nonny De La Peña, Ph.D.

Considered the GodMother of VR, Nonny is the CEO of Emblematic Group, an Award-winning VR/AR/XR company, and the program director of Narrative and Emerging Media at Arizona State University. She uses her platform to not only share her knowledge of VR but to promote diversity in the tech industry. Her current X feed shares how VR has helped others in different ways and her tech, AI and more.

Charlie Fink

Charlie is a VR influencer who shares his metaverse knowledge as a writer for Forbes. The former AG Interactive executive and VR pioneer of Virtual World Entertainment now uses his platform to share the importance of VR in our everyday lives and how it is being used to benefit businesses, students and more.

Kent Bye

As the host of the podcast Voices of VR, Kent is a VR influencer sharing his knowledge and findings with others. Since 2014, Kent has traveled the world experiencing VR in different places and sharing his insights with his followers to give them a unique perspective that helps explain how diverse and exciting VR can be.

Stuart Beame

Stuart is an accomplished entrepreneur who has made a name for himself by aiming to teach others how to use technology throughout the business world. Stuart aims to teach others about virtual reality, A.I., and GPT while focusing on sharing how to use them successfully in business settings. His success and educational content has led him to gain more than 4.1k followers on LinkedIn.

Time 4 VR

Arguably one of the most popular VR platforms on TikTok, Time 4 VR has become popular amongst more than 188k followers as it shares the latest VR games, advice on how to fully gain the best virtual experiences, and what you need to know when considering buying one.

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