Walmart is looking to virtual reality games as the “future of retail”

Virtual reality - Person Shopping wearing VR headset

The company dragged its heels getting into e-commerce but intends to be a leader in VR shopping. Walmart is moving forward with virtual reality gaming environments in what it views as the “future of retail”. The retail giant shared several details regarding a number of strategies it is planning using VR. Among the details Walmart has shared includes the intention to introduce commerce capabilities into its House Flip mobile game. It has also made a commitment to virtual reality, saying that “over the next year, you’ll see us test a…

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Virtual reality shopping experience makes home delivery more like in-store

Virtual reality shopping - young woman on couch with VR headset

As more customers must rely on e- and m-commerce, VR lets people feel like they’re still at the mall. As social distancing shuts down more brick-and-mortar shops, LifeStyles In 360 is providing a virtual reality shopping experience. This lets those brands close their physical doors while still allowing customers to feel as though they’re not just buying through a screen at home. The Florida-based tech firm created the VR commerce experiences for several large brands. LifeStyles In 360 is the company behind the virtual reality shopping experiences offered by large…

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