REALITY Newsletter - February 2024
Hello everyone! I’m SHARI, from the Community Team!🍚
Lately, another release with Sanrio was released in REALITY! Let’s talk a little bit about Sanrio, shall we?👀
Did you know that the name “San Rio” was actually inspired by Spanish, with the words San (saint) and Rio (river)?
According to the founder, Mr. Shintaro Tsuji, he established the company with the desire to build a culture of purity along the riverbank where it is said that humanity first began to settle. He wished to create a community (group) where people gathering there would have compassion for each other and could live together harmoniously. This heartfelt aspiration has been driving the company's operations until today. It's quite inspiring, isn't it?🫶
Now, just like the rivers flowing around the world, we want to deliver a community where everyone can live harmoniously in every corner of the globe! With that sentiment, let's bring you the updates on REALITY for this month. Without further ado, let's dive into the REALITY Newsletter - February Edition!
Upcoming Events
Meet our special guest!! Get ready for another round of excitement as we bring you March’s SUPER EVENT featuring the amazing Camila as our special guest! Brace yourself for a chance to rank 1st and win an MSI gaming laptop!
▼Event Period:
March 25, 2024 at 23:00 to April 1, 2024 at 04:59 (UTC)
Details will be shared in-app soon!
Claim your spotlight! Win this event and see your icon transform into a dazzling banner, which will be featured in our “Trending” section within the application. But it doesn’t stop there - the banner will link to a special website, where your videos take the spotlight. It’s not just a victory; it’s a chance to showcase your talent to the entire community! Don’t miss the golden opportunity to become a trendsetter!
▼Event Period:
March 18, 2024 at 23:00 to March 25, 2024 at 04:59 (UTC)
Details will be shared in-app soon!
Exciting news!! Our Chance to Win Rare REALITY Bear Plushie event just got a major upgrade! We’ve expanded the winners’ circle to the top 5. But that’s not all - achieve a specific score, and you’ll unlock a fabulous costume bundle for your beloved bear plushie!
That’s not where the fun ends. We’ve added a special award for those cheering on the top 3 winners! Supporters will receive an exclusive REALITY Bear T-shirt for your avatars.
Get ready for a plushie-filled extravaganza with more chances, more awards, and a whole lot of bear-themed delight! Please check the event page for the full details!
▼Event Period
March 19, 2024 at 23:00 to March 26, 2024 at 4:59 (UTC)
Details will be shared in-app soon!
Here’s your chance to claim this exquisite wallpaper item and transform your surroundings! Let the beauty of the Temple of Starlight illuminate your streams! Throughout the event, seize opportunities to earn Coins and Gacha Tickets!
▼Event Period
March 12, 2024 at 23:00 to March 29, 2024 at 4:59 (UTC)
▼Check out the details in the link below:
https://reality.app/events/15977
Take the chance to shine and make your mark in a big way! Get ready to be the star on a billboard (video) in the heart of Akihabara, a renowned hub with countless passersby every day - just steps away from JR Akihabara station!
▼Event Period
March 4, 2024 at 23:00 to March 11, 2024 at 4:59 (UTC)
▼Check out the details in the link below:
https://reality.app/events/15985
Update Information
■Regarding the changes in gift prices
Recently, with the discontinuation of the point system and the transition of point gifts to coin gifts, we have made updates to the gift system. However, during these changes, we have observed a decrease in the viewing and commenting experience on the stream screen in cases where some gifts were sent repeatedly.
Recognizing that this issue significantly impacted participants, especially towards the end of events, we promptly decided to adjust the gift prices. We would like to inform you of this sudden change in gift prices.
▼Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/faew8dqs1a1c?lang=en
■REALITY Half Anniversary
On February 7, 2024, REALITY celebrated its 5.5th anniversary! 🎊 Take a look at the numerous campaigns held with gratitude for everyone... 👀✨
Daily Free Gacha
Avatar Gacha Discount Revival
5.5th Anni Coin Campaign
Special Furniture Gacha
5.5th Anniversary Mission
5.5th Anniversary Commemorative Gifts
Original Hoodie Campaign
5.5th Anniversary Fireworks
I personally really liked the Half Anni Fireworks that was held in everyone’s room!
As I stepped out of the room, the sky was filled with colorful fireworks... ✨ I deeply felt the 5.5 years of REALITY, a period in which various possibilities opened up. 🎇 I would be delighted if everyone enjoyed it too. Thank you for your continued support of REALITY! 🙇♂️
▼Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/ur7yb3j3hqdn?lang=en
Sanrio Characters x REALITY Collab
🎀 Introduction of Collaboration Furniture Gacha
🎀 Reissue & New Avatar Gacha Arrival
🎀 Collaboration World Open from 2/21
Excitingly awaited Sanrio Collaboration Part 2 is here, filled with delights! ✨
Let's start by introducing the Avatar Gacha!
■ Sanrio Characters Gacha~ Style A ~
The popular Sanrio Characters Gacha is making a comeback! Check out the Color Contacts featuring My Melody, Kuromi, and Cinnamoroll are introduced as new items!
▼Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/vsy0nd92ibav?lang=en
■ Sanrio Characters Gacha ~ Style B ~
A new style has been introduced to the Sanrio Characters Gacha! Get collaboration items like the newly added characters' dresses and trench coats!
▼Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/pvdnvdy12bnr?lang=en
■ Sanrio characters Room Gacha ~ Style A ~
Get items like "Large Plushies" that you can sit closely with, as well as "Closets" and "Color Boxes" for each character!
▼Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/8qhqqhtjbj17?lang=en
■Sanrio characters Room Gacha ~ Style B ~
Acquire items for each character like "Sofas" where you can sit while hugging a plushie, as well as "Dressers" and additional "Plushies"!
▼Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/bqqpppz9dqfu?lang=en
World
■ SANRIO Virtual Festival in REALITY was released!
To commemorate the hosting of the largest virtual music festival connecting fans from around the world, the 'SANRIO Virtual Festival 2024 in Sanrio Puroland,' a temporary outpost was opened in a REALITY World! Experience some parts of the main event, including live performances by Sanrio characters, parades, and cutting-edge particle live shows by VR creators, all within REALITY. Join the celebration of 'SANRIO Virtual Festival 2024 in Sanrio Puroland'! 🎉
■ 4 Consecutive Weeks! Original T-Shirt Giveaway Campaign Too!
During the event period, stream in the 'SANRIO Virtual Festival in REALITY' for 15 minutes or more, and receive the 'Sanrio Vfes2024 Collaboration T-Shirt' as a gift! Additionally, this time, the T-shirt you receive changes every week! You can get up to 4 different T-shirts!
▼Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/ecien4vszaa1?lang=en
Furniture Gacha
■ Chocolaty Chocolaterie Gacha
Welcome to REALITY’s Chocolaterie! Get sweet (pun intended) items like the Chocolaterie Shelf, Chocolaterie Chocolate Fountain, and more!
▼Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/hcy83fn2rrdp?lang=en
■ Comfy Cats and Cozy Japanese Room Gacha
▼Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/i332wdneadwq?lang=en
■Flooring and Wallpaper Collection Gacha
A new gacha has been introduced where you are guaranteed to receive wallpapers and floorings from the furniture items! Spin the "Wallpaper Collection Gacha" and "Flooring Collection Gacha" assortments to complete your personalized room!👀
▼Details:
Wallpaper Collection Gacha https://reality.app/notice/page/q8t1eusiqezd?lang=en
Flooring Collection Gacha https://reality.app/notice/page/7ueunuqitmd5?lang=en
■ Manor of Songs and Spirits Gacha
Get fantastic furniture like the "Spirit Manor Zakishi" where you can sit and relax, and the "Spirit Manor Lantern" to enhance your room and enjoy it even more!
▼Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/wd2s53vmfahy?lang=en
Avatar Gacha
■ Cybernetic Dream Chinatown Gacha
The combination of chinese-styled clothing and neon was another really popular addition to the app! Have you tried it out yet?
Don’t forget to share your fits with us in the hashtag #REALITY_Outfit !
▼Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/v2h07q6q2jzc?lang=en
■ Sprocketeers of the Owl Guild
I love the steampunk feeling in this gacha! My favorite item was the Owl Guild Leader Jacket, what about yours?
▼Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/gi4mw523mrnn?lang=en
■ Candy Love Gacha
A really colorful and sweet new addition, the Candy Love Gacha is here!
▼Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/zr717ig0hm1c?lang=en
■ Sweet Messengers Gacha
The wings in this gacha are so nice! Don’t forget to try it out and share your pictures with us in the hashtag #REALITY_Outfit !
▼ Details:
https://reality.app/notice/page/je744qq1srfr?lang=en
Information Teaser
■Under Development
・Major Update on Rank-related features
・Supporter Badge
・Additional Payment Methods
・Increase on the number of cake towers that can be displayed on the Room
・New Gifts
※ 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
・New Features
・Improvements in already existing features
➤ Gifts are now displayed with an extra animation in the top of the comment section.
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/fhgSDVZw4wFa
▼Youtube Link: Coming Soon
Message from the Staff
※ This month we have no message from DJ RIO, but we’ll have it again next month!
Hello!
I'm Hayata, the Product Manager.
It's been about a year and a half since I last wrote a "Message from the Developer." Additionally, with REALITY celebrating its 5.5th anniversary on February 7, 2024, I can't help but feel the swiftness of time. The development team will continue working hard to ensure that REALITY grows even faster and remains enjoyable for everyone!
By the way, I've recently developed a passion for domestic travel. I explore regions I haven't visited before, enjoying strolls through towns and delicious meals. Just the other day, I went to Fukushima!
Each time, I find myself wondering, "I wonder if there are people here using REALITY. How are they playing?". It's such a happy thought. Thank you all for always being with us!
Looking forward, please continue to support REALITY!
Hello! I'm Ikura, the Community Manager.
Out of the blue, but do you all have a season you dislike? For me, I definitely struggle with winter. It's a level of discomfort that persists throughout the season. Heavy and bulky winter clothes, skin-piercing low temperatures, the need for heavy gear just to go out locally, outdoor activities becoming non-existent, and especially, enjoying a drink outdoors while feeling the air – impossible.
Anyone... please tell me the good things about winter... I'm afraid I might spend every December to March feeling down for the rest of my life...
(If I could transfer my existence to the world of REALITY, I'd want to repeat spring, summer, and autumn forever.)
... Now, changing the subject, do you all know about the monthly live stream we conduct? It takes place every second Friday at 7 PM JST (For the Japanese Stream) and every second Friday at 12 PM JST (For the International stream). A major overhaul is being considered for the Japanese stream, so let's check out how things go! I've heard new members joined the International stream lately too.
REALITY Newsletter, REALITY User News, REALITY Outfit, Event Club, Official Broadcast… all of those were created to shine a spotlight on not only the numbers but also the wonderfully diverse and fantastic activities happening in REALITY. I started this initiative because I believe that individuals with unique and wonderful activities in REALITY deserve recognition, and I simply want to see and collect more of your activities.
The reason we are working on the revamp of the japanese live stream is that, to spotlight these activities, the content from the official channel needs to be a focal point, and it should be more enjoyable for everyone (with a strong variety element). We are also thinking of new ways to shine the spotlight, and the plan is to unveil the revamped live stream from April. The timing will be 9 PM instead of 7 PM, and we'll be putting in extra effort to broadcast from the office. I'd be delighted if everyone could come and join us!
If you have any feedback about the International stream too, feel free to send us!
Well then, hoping for spring to come soon... see you later!