Why Does Virtual Reality Make Me Sick?

The video discusses how exploring digital worlds can lead to VR sickness, similar to motion sickness, due to sensory conflicts. It highlights technological causes like latency and refresh rate issues. Solutions include galvanic vestibular stimulation, which uses electrodes to trick the brain, and other methods like shrinking the field of view or adding a virtual nose. The video concludes with a call for more research and thanks to supporters.

What is a primary cause of virtual reality sickness?

• Sensory conflict

• Sensory agreement

• High-quality graphics

• Fast internet connection

Which technological issue can contribute to VR sickness?

• Excessive brightness

• Limited storage

• High latency

• Low battery life

What is the purpose of galvanic vestibular stimulation in VR?

• To improve battery efficiency

• To increase sound quality

• To stimulate nerves for movement perception

• To enhance visual graphics

How does shrinking the field of view help reduce VR sickness?

• By improving color accuracy

• By enhancing sound effects

• By reducing the perceived speed of movement

• By increasing the refresh rate

What is a common factor between VR sickness and ocean sickness?

• Both require medication to treat

• Both are due to dehydration

• Both involve sensory conflict

• Both are caused by high altitudes