Showtime VR is a VR content management and synchronised playback platform that lets you centrally control and distribute 360 and 180 degree video, images and interactive media across many headsets at once. It is designed for scenarios where multiple users wearing VR headsets need to view the same VR content simultaneously, making it ideal for events, education, training or VR theatre style experiences. One controller, on a tablet, PC or Mac, can start, pause, fast forward or loop content simultaneously across a fleet of headsets, and a local offline mode removes the need for constant internet connectivity, helping with reliability and cost. Showtime VR also supports secure content distribution using Widevine DRM, letting organisations protect their VR videos from unauthorised use.
Synchronised playback
Play 360 or 180 degree videos in sync across multiple VR headsets at once.
High resolution support
Supports high resolution media up to 8192 by 4096 pixels for visually rich experiences.
Remote control and management
One controller app, on iPad, Windows, macOS or Android, manages and monitors many headsets simultaneously.
Offline mode
Local operation means no continuous internet connection is required.
DRM and encryption
Securely distribute content with DRM to protect copyrighted or licensed VR media.
Live monitoring and analytics
Track playback status, battery, volume and more per headset.
Branching narrative
Supports a Story mode for interactive, branching 360 video narratives.
Audio management
Advanced audio features, including multiple audio versions or languages and ambisonic sound.
Branding and customisation
Set custom logos or background images on the VR app's waiting area.
Wide device compatibility
Works across a broad range of headsets, including Quest, Pico, HTC, plus PC players.
Playlist and content scheduling
Create and manage playlists to sequence content across headsets.
Education and classroom training
Teachers or trainers show 360 degree educational content to a class all at once, great for immersive field trips, VR lessons or group debriefs.
Corporate events and presentations
Use synchronised VR to run company presentations, product launches or marketing activations, with full control over what participants see and when.
Museums and exhibitions
Present VR tours, exhibits or narrative experiences to groups during tours.
Film festivals and VR cinema
Screen VR films in a VR theatre setup, where all participants watch the same content together.
Training and onboarding
Ideal for showing VR based safety videos, product demos or simulated environments at scale.
Group immersive events
Manage headsets and content centrally at conferences, trade shows or other events.
Multimedia storytelling and interactive narratives
Use branching Story mode to build story based, interactive 360 video experiences for education or marketing.
Educational institutions
Schools, universities and training providers wanting to deliver VR content to groups in a controlled, synchronised way.
Event organisers
Companies hosting VR showcases, exhibitions or trade show booths using multiple VR headsets.
Museums and cultural organisations
Institutions wanting to give visitors guided VR experiences or exhibitions.
Corporate L&D and training teams
Training staff at scale using 360 degree video or VR based simulations.
Marketing and brand teams
Immersive marketing and product demos delivered in VR.
Film and media producers
Creators of 360 degree videos or VR films needing to screen content in group settings.
VR content distributors
Organisations distributing VR media securely, benefiting from DRM protection.
Technical and content preparation
- Confirm supported VR headsets and operating systems, and check local Wi-Fi stability for multi-device control
- Ensure sufficient storage on all devices and validate firewall settings allow required connectivity
- Prepare 360 videos in the correct resolution and format, compressed and optimised for smooth offline playback
- Organise content into structured playlists and test each file on at least one device before scaling
Device setup and session configuration
- Install the Showtime VR player app on all relevant headsets and pair them with the control application
- Ensure all devices are synced to the same local network and test remote playback start and stop functions
- Create session templates and set up audience, presenter or kiosk mode as required
- Test synchronous playback with a small group before scaling to the full group
User experience and operational planning
- Provide a brief headset onboarding guide for participants, covering volume control and comfort settings
- Ensure a fast headset swap system for larger groups, and prepare accessibility options such as subtitles or slower playback
- Assign an operator responsible for session control and prepare a troubleshooting flow for common issues
- Prepare a battery management strategy and establish backup devices or offline fallback content
Analytics and review
- Track headset performance and playback issues, and collect participant feedback after each session
- Note improvements needed in content, timing or device flow, and update playlists or settings accordingly
