Realms of Flow, the VR app designed to evoke balance and relaxation, has created a new mindfulness experience, Magical Vastness. Inspired by the sweeping landscapes of Iceland, Magical Vastness reminds us to open up to the greatness of the world around us, relaxing into our place in something bigger than ourselves. It harnesses the beauty of northern places and colder climes where the sky shimmers with the aurora borealis.
The new Magical Vastness realm will be available for download starting December 10th on SteamVR and Quest.
“I wanted to induce a feeling of wonder, something I encountered as I visited Iceland and observed how its openness and emptiness impacted me,” explains Marc Zimmermann, creator of Realms of Flow. “The boundless expanse can be a reflection of our own inner space that’s constantly changing and infinitely rich, with an inherent magic hidden to the naked eye.”
With excellent ratings on Steam (98%) and the Meta Quest Store (5/5), Realms of Flow uses virtual reality to encourage deep engagement with the body, the inner world, and nature. Users can travel through fantastic landscapes that defy the usual cliches of mindfulness, such as the northern reaches portrayed in Magical Vastness. More than a relaxation app, Realms of Flow’s environments and experiences guide participants to immerse themselves in a different mindstate via breathing patterns, frequency entrainment, cinematic visuals and audio, and playful interactive elements.
As winter settles in in the Northern Hemisphere and people seek refuge from holiday stress, Magical Vastness invites them to find new joy in this darker, quieter season. They float over a clear river that runs through a rocky landscape toward the horizon. High above, the northern lights undulate in violet, blue, and green, all reflected in the icy waters below.
This environment, Zimmermann feels, can serve as an unique entry point to a more serene inner space. “The tranquility and grace of a vast, pristine landscape has a truly powerful effect on our minds. This connection with nature can help us humans to realize our own depth and complexity,” he reflects. “It allows us to identify what drives us internally and externally, both positively and negatively, and to learn ways of dealing with it. It is an invitation and a gateway to inner growth, peace, and clarity.”
