REALITY Newsletter - January 2024
Hello everyone! I’m SHARI, from the Community Team🍣
When it comes to February, what we can't overlook is Valentine's Day, right? 🍫 Actually, I'm a chocolate enthusiast... That blissful feeling of sweetness melting in your mouth is indescribable, isn't it? ✨
Speaking of chocolate, did you know it was an essential part of the morning moments for many romantic individuals? 👀
Just like chocolate that has been loved since medieval times, we want to continue being a service that is cherished by everyone... With that sentiment in our hearts, we will bring you the changes in REALITY this month.
Now, let's dive into the January edition of the REALITY Newsletter!
Important Notice
■ Gift and Event system renewal
As mentioned last month and on this month’s official broadcast REALITY Patch Notes Live, our gift and event system will undergo a renewal on February 26.
We received your feedback and your questions and prepared some information based on the messages we received. Don’t forget that if you have any questions or feedback about this, you can send it using the Contact Us link in the notice below!
In the future, REALITY aims to further support your dreams and activities. To achieve this and to host larger events, we will strive towards a world where evaluations are more fairly conducted. While there will no longer be points that can be obtained for free, opportunities to earn coins through missions and campaigns will continue to be provided.
▼ Check the details in the link below:
https://reality.app/notice/page/ywj3sesv7d1w
■ Specific Changes
1. Points that you hold when the update is released will be turned into coins with a 10:1 ratio
2. Gifts that will be changed from points to coins
3. About changes in the border for score events
4. About the calculation of the rank score
5. About the future measures against event cheating
Please check the details of the 5 points above in the notice below.
▼ Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/hy8mq9qngah6?lang=en
Upcoming Events
February 2024 Filian’s Super Event
Our Super Event is back in February with a special guest! We are so excited to bring you February’s SUPER EVENT with a special guest, Filian! To make things extra sweet, we’re offering 1st place a brand new MSI gaming laptop!
▼Event Period:
February 19, 2024, at 23:00 GMT-03 to February 26, 2024, at 04:59 (UTC)
▼Check out the details in the link below:
https://reality.app/events/15921
Stand Out: Dare to Shine
Embark on a journey of achievement and self-expression! Earn your exclusive “VIP” badge, and collect free Coins.
With your success, your choices, shape the ultimate streaming experience!
▼Event Period:
February 19, 2024, at 23:00 GMT-03 to February 26, 2024, at 04:59 (UTC)
▼Check out the details in the link below:
https://reality.app/events/15869?adj_t=66ds1vh_75goblm
Chance to WIN BIG! Broadcast Bundle
Immerse yourself in the sound with a chance to WIN BIG!
▼Event Period:
February 26, 2024, at 23:00 GMT-03 to March 3, 2024, at 04:59 (UTC)
▼Check out the details in the link below:
https://reality.app/events/15869?adj_t=66ds1vh_75goblm
Campaign
■ Everyone's Virtual Osaka Station Exhibition Project Vol.01
In March 2024, we will have an exhibition in a REALITY World with several of the projects that were sent by you, the users!
Let's showcase your works at the Virtual Osaka World Station, set to open in March 2024! ✨
The theme for this round is "Introduce Your Activities!"
Your creation might be displayed in the World! 👀
We were accepting your entries until February 14 (JST), but if you happened to miss this chance, be sure to keep track of the in-app Notices and Banners so you can join the next opportunities!
▼ Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/7iq3yei7ye1d?lang=en
Worlds
■ Setoda Meguri Metaverse World
"Setoda-Meguri" Metaverse World opening for a limited time!
Featuring photo spots of condensed tourist attractions in the Setoda region, special linked events & much more!
Grab your friends and visit Setoda World! Use the backgrounds in the World to take some pictures with your friends too!✨
To commemorate the opening of the World, a special live-streaming event featuring members of STU48 was held!
There were many exclusive anecdotes shared, such as the charms of the Setoda region and the members' memories. ✨ Thank you, STU members, for the wonderful experience!
"Setoda Tour" Metaverse World Collaboration Project! The Setoda Tour Stamp Rally is currently underway! 🍋
During the World event period, a stamp rally is being held on-site. 👀✨ Download the dedicated app and give it a try!
▼ Check the details here:
https://reality.app/notice/page/hajmqswd6ad7?lang=en
■「Music Fest World feat. MEIWA」is here!
From January 24, 2024, 15:00 (JST) to February 21, 2024, 13:59 (JST)
A special music festival world, in collaboration with Shigekuni Meiwa Town, is temporarily open on REALITY! Enjoy exclusive content such as "Hijiki" rice ball towers, gigantic "Rokkoku Rice" fortune slips, and beautiful iris flower photo spots that can only be experienced here. Don't miss the chance to check out the giveaway contests for 100 kg of hijiki and 5 kg of Matsusaka beef!
Our newest community member SALMON also tried out the World…!👀✨
https://x.com/reality_totsu/status/1751882232443314531?s=20
▼Check the details here:
https://reality.app/notice/page/p6m02pdnhjam?lang=en
Furniture Gacha
■ Rock’n’Roll REALITY Gacha
Ready to rock?
https://x.com/reality_totsu/status/1749381422836822226?s=20
New items to our musicians on REALITY were added with the Rock’n’Roll REALITY Gacha! I can’t play any instruments but I really liked how the mic looks…😊
▼Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/333m1m1h4jf2?lang=en
■ Queen of Hearts Chamber Gacha
Check out some classy and awesome items like the Queen of Hearts Throne, Headphone stand and Smartphone stand!
https://x.com/reality_totsu/status/1751787998096867367?s=20
Furniture with heart motifs is absolutely adorable! (By the way, SALMON-chan swiping the smartphone with the emote is so cute...)
https://x.com/reality_totsu/status/1752860566505595321?s=20
I wonder if I should also walk the red carpet and feel like a queen.💭
Don’t forget to share your screenshots with us too with the hashtag #REALITY_Room !💖
▼ Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/t4wqthuw4rdj?lang=en
Avatar Gacha
■ Dark Raven Wizard Gacha
A new wizard aesthetic was added to REALITY with the Dark Raven Wizard Gacha!
I really loved the Dark Wizard Hat and Dress, have you pulled this one?
The witch's hat, with spiderweb patterns inside, exudes a mysterious charm and combines a cool vibe. ✨
For your fantastic outfits, be sure to post them with #REALITYOutfit !
▼Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/natinp50vaf3?lang=en
■ Glimmering Stage Gacha
Want to be an idol? That’s your chance!
Truly the "classic idol"!! The gacha, with cuteness exploding, has been extremely popular. ✨ Once you put on those adorable costumes... who wouldn't want to step onto the stage? 🫶
▼Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/f81fvbs1nja9?lang=en
■ Ice Death Knights Gacha
The Ice Death Knights gacha brought us one step closer to our dream of making our own RPG party in REALITY…! Check out the amazing Armor and Crown!
And SHARI also joined our party with the newest gacha…!
▼Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/8n3cvmf9sjfi?lang=en
■80's Pop Gacha
Do you like 80’s style?! I know a lot of you loved the 80’s Pop Long Wig!
The colorful retro color scheme is incredibly cute, and the volume of the wig adds a fantastic touch. 📻
If you manage to capture your unique '80s-inspired photo, be sure to post it with #REALITYOutfit and show everyone your outfit!
▼Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/zvnciw72iqan?lang=en
Information Teaser
■ Under Development
・Gift Highlight Function
※ These are not guaranteed for release. The release date is also undecided, but we are actively working on them day by day.
We are doing our best to make REALITY even more enjoyable for everyone!
Also, at REALITY, we share the opinions and requests we receive from everyone internally, accumulating them as a list of opinions and requests. Here are some of the opinions and requests we have received regarding the currently implemented features and events in REALITY, along with the improvements made based on them!
■Requests and Opinions Received
・Fix the bugs in general
・Requests about gacha
・Review of already existing features
➤ The gifts in the room feature are now displayed near your avatar.
➤ New settings to reduce the lag and heat when using the room feature were added.
・New Features
・Improvements in already existing features
➤ We’re now able to sell duplicate room furniture items.
We are currently considering new features and modifications based on the above. Additionally, we sincerely appreciate the many opinions and requests for REALITY. Improvements and realizations from the opinions and requests we receive from everyone will be reported in the REALITY Newsletter!
REALITY Assets
We have some REALITY assets open to download on our website, so feel free to use them if you want to create any edits to post on your social media~
There are plans to add more assets in the future too, so please look forward to it!
※ You can save the files by tapping and holding if you’re using an iOS device.
※ Please check out Derivative Works guidelines too.
▼Details here
https://reality.app/notice/page/jznZj6eSfeza?lang=en
REALITY Patch Notes Live
Check out this month’s REALITY Patch Notes Live on our Youtube channel!
This month Thomas, Anele, and Bash talked to everyone about the gift and event system renewal, and about the upcoming events for the NA region!
▼Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/nu0yiifewmdn
▼Archive:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GRxItwfZbT8
Message from the Staff
Hello Metaverse! I’m REALITY’s CEO, DJ RIO!🦊
Apple has indeed released the Vision Pro AR headset. I've already placed an order, and I'm eagerly waiting for it to arrive.
Actually, a few months ago, an engineer created an AR version of REALITY as a technical demo. When wearing the headset, my favorite streamer appears in 3D within the scenery of my own room during a live broadcast. It feels as if they are truly "there."
This is an incredible experience; while going about daily activities like eating or watching TV, I can have REALITY friends or favorite streamers right next to me. I can chat with them or watch their streams up close, blending seamlessly into my everyday life.
While the hardware is still relatively large and expensive, and widespread adoption might take some time, I'm excited about reinventing REALITY for the AR era starting now.
Until next month!
Hello!
I'm O, a Product Manager in REALITY.
Are you all streaming in rooms? The room feature was added last year, and since then, we've been continuously updating it to make streaming more enjoyable and user-friendly.
Let me list the updates made after the release.
・Comments are now easier to read! (They are displayed in the same format as booths.)
・YouTube can now be played!
・Avatar gacha is now available!
・You can change your avatar's outfit!
・Furniture can be sold!
・BGM function is now usable!
・You can place wallpapers and floor papers for your avatar!
・Multiple room layouts can now be saved!
・Gacha tickets can be used in the furniture gacha!
・You can now redecorate without streaming with the "Design Mode"!
・Daytime can be set to night or evening!
New features that weren't present at the initial release and inconvenient aspects have been added through updates. If you haven't streamed in rooms recently, give it a try! It should be more user-friendly now!
Furthermore, we plan to continue improving performance issues and how gifts are displayed in the future. Please continue to support the room feature!
Hello! It's IKURA, the Community Manager.
Recently, the cold weather has become extreme, hasn't it? I went for a health checkup the other day, and unexpectedly, due to heavy snow, my health was at risk (I even took on my first-ever endoscopic examination, and by the time I got home, I was completely worn out).
Now, the other day, we announced the "Renewal of the Points System." All the reasons for this decision are detailed in the article, and if you're curious about the specifics, I would be grateful if you could give it a read.
▽ About the point gift renewal:
As mentioned in the above article, the decision to abolish point gifts has various underlying reasons, and it was made to improve the service. However, it doesn't change the fact that we are removing a system that holds various memories and is enjoyed by everyone.
To make up for that loss, we will continue to wholeheartedly engage in initiatives and plans that can bring even more enjoyment to everyone. We hope you'll continue to enjoy REALITY in the future!
Lastly, it's crucial for us that everyone can use REALITY comfortably, and your valuable contributions are what keep REALITY running. As an operation team, we consistently discuss and consider measures to sustain REALITY. Amid various decisions being made, the unwavering focus is always "How can everyone enjoy REALITY more?" and "What does it take to preserve the essence of 'REALITY'?"
We understand there will be various opinions about this change, and in the short term, it might seem unfavorable. However, looking ahead over the next 10 or 20 years, we hope you can understand this decision as a step towards continuing REALITY and striving for a better service.
Thank you for your ongoing support with REALITY!