An accident that destroys furniture while playing a VR game has exploded, and a movie that captures the moment of destruction

VR games that are played with a VR headset are characterized by an overwhelming immersive feeling, but due to that immersive feeling, accidents such as 'crashing into surrounding furniture without noticing' tend to occur. According to insurance company Aviva , VR game-related accidents are actually occurring frequently all over the world, and the number of insurance claims associated with them is increasing rapidly.

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Accidents while playing VR games occur frequently all over the world, and many movies of VR game-related accidents are posted on the thread ' VRtoER ' set up on the online bulletin board Reddit.

For example, the following man dives from the scaffolding to the TV while playing the VR game ' Richie's Plank Experience ' where you can enjoy the simulated experience of 'crossing the thin scaffolding passed between the buildings' and destroys the TV screen. I did.


The following men, who are playing boxing games, are hitting and destroying fans installed on the ceiling as a result of many punches. Immediately after destroying the fan, he seems to be confused about what happened.


According to Aviva, insurance claims for property damage to VR headset-related household goods increased by 31% in 2021, reaching a total increase rate of 68% from 2016. 'New games and gadgets will increase new bills for our customers,' said Kelly Whittington, director of property billing at Aviva. It has increased. '

According to Mr. Whitington, the average billing amount for accidental property damage related to VR is about 650 pounds (about 100,000 yen), and the main factor is 'the destruction of TV by enthusiastic gamers'. 'VR devices can provide a great experience, but we encourage you to take a closer look at your surroundings and make sure your insurance meets your needs,' said Whitington. We recommend choosing an insurance plan that can handle accidental accidents.