The Election Was Even Weirder in VR
Briefly

The VR election rooms reflect a male-dominated political landscape, showing a clear preference for Trump among participants while the absurdity of the virtual experience clashes with real-world election results.
As the night progresses, the Trump supporters grow louder and take over the VR spaces, creating a stark contrast with the smaller, more reflective opposition group.
In the Horizon Worlds, the line between the virtual and real-world political sentiments blurs, showcased by both wild trolling behavior and conversations about electoral votes.
Interactions in the Metaverse during election night highlight troubling sentiments, including extreme remarks about candidates and societal traditions that reveal the undercurrents of political discourse.
Read at WIRED
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