Extended Reality (VR)
General Interest
Welcome to Extended Reality (VR)
Virtual Reality. Augmented Reality. Mixed Reality. Extended Reality (XR) is a term that encompasses those three, and more. Interested in XR, and want to meet fellow enthusiasts? Prepare for a career in the industry? Have fun? Wellā¦
Leeds Extended Reality Society is for you!
LXRS is a society dedicated to building a network of students interested in XR technology, all completely for free - you don't even need your own equipment! We are an inclusive society open to all, whether you're a VR pro or have never even touched a headset, and no matter who you are.
Every semester, we host a variety of events with one happening every two weeks. We often play singleplayer and multiplayer games in VR, open to all skill levels, and we also run other types of events, including talks from industry professionals and collaborations with other societies at LUU. These events offer you clarity and insight into the complex world of XR, as well as a fun time for all. You might be racing in VR one week, and immersing yourself in groundbreaking VR short-films the next.
We work closely with the Centre of Immersive Technologies and host our events at HELIX, the University of Leedsā premiere XR space, to help you grow professionally and expand your educational and social experience at Leeds.
Membership Benefits
Our annual membership is completely free! You can expect:
- Access to cutting-edge VR headsets during our events
- Fun and themed meetings where you can play VR games and watch VR films
- Talks from industry professionals
- Opportunity to meet and socialise with fellow XR fansĀ
- Chance to network and develop professionally
How do I get involved?Ā
Simply by getting a membership and coming along - you can get one from the āMembershipsā tab on this page. Once you have one, you can come to as many or as few events of ours as you like - no pressure!
We will be hosting a āGive It A Goā session in late September / early October, offering you the chance to try our events to see if you like them.
How do I get notified of events?
The single best way to know when our events are, and what we'll be doing at them, is through our Instagram. Make sure to follow @leedsxrsociety so you don't miss out on the fun!
Any questions?Ā
Feel free to contact us on Instagram; our DM's are open. You can also reach us via Facebook, LinkedIn, through LUU, or by simply sending an email to extendedrealityxr@luu.group!
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WELCOME TO THE NEXT DIMENSION
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