
The Virtual Reality Studio is Duke's home for developing and experiencing Virtual Reality (VR), and Augmented Reality (AR).
The Virtual Reality Studio features resources for VR and game development, 3D modeling and object scanning, as well as video and photo editing. The VR Studio is free and open to anyone at Duke, regardless of experience, affiliation (student/staff/faculty), or field of study. Staff members are on hand to orient you to the space and help you get started.
Where to Find the VR Studio?

You can find the VR Studio in Room 006 on the lower level of Perkins/Bostock Library, down the hall from the Link.
Perkins Library
411 Chapel Dr
Hours
Perkins Library Hours:
https://library.duke.edu/about/hours/perkins
The main room is open whenever the library is open.
Side rooms and some resources are only available during staffed hours.
What is at the VR Studio?
Amenities
Main Studio
- High End PC VR workstations
- VR Headsets (staffed hours only)
- iMacs
Immersive Flight Simulation Suite
- Contact Duke Aviators for more info.
VR Movement Suite (in progress)
- High End PC VR workstation
- VR Treadmill
- Full Body (11 Point Tracking System)
Software
- Game engines: Unity, Unreal
- 3D Modeling: Maya, 3dsMax, Blender, Sketchup
- Adobe Creative Suite: Premier, Photoshop, Illustrator
Other Services
The VR Studio also offers services for faculty and groups:
- VR Development for faculty-led projects (email us for more information)
- Tours/VR experiences for Academic courses or other groups
Need Help Getting Started?
TOOL RESERVATION EMAIL
We currently handle reservations and loans via email. Please email us at mpslab@duke.edu for more information, or visit the lab and talk with our consultants.