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{{Infobox series
| image                     = TVRS_Logo_Stroke.png
| image_size                = 1920 x 1080
| alt                       = The current logo, designed by [[Lumi]]
| caption                   = The current logo, designed by [[Lumi]]
| years = 2020 - present
| start = February 17, 2020
}}
{{Quote|Hey guys, and welcome back to The Virtual Reality Show where we talk about any and all things related to virtual reality inside...virtual reality! I'm your host, PHIA!|Opening catchphrase of TVRS}}
'''The Virtual Reality Show''' (abbreviated as '''TVRS''') is a web series created by [[PHIA|Sophia Bollinger]], also known as [[PHIA]]. The channel specializes in teaching its viewers about [[virtual reality]], while the host, herself, is in virtual reality. The primary format of delivery is through YouTube while also providing virtual reality and gaming streams on [[PHIAbunny Twitch channel|Twitch]].

A typical episode takes place within either [[VirtualCast]] or [[VRChat]]. PHIA speaks to the viewers via a [[PHIA model]], a character that she created based off of her real-world appearance. Episodes cover various topics relating to VR including general virtual reality knowledge, philosophy, technological implications, how VR works and much more. Episodes sometimes feature guests who are specialized in certain fields relating to VR. PHIA conducts interviews with guests within VRChat.
==History==
PHIA's passion for virtual reality originated upon receiving her first headset, an [[Oculus Rift S]], on Christmas Day of 2019. Using the headset for the first time changed her perception of reality forever, sparking an obsession with all things virtual.

On February 15th, 2020, PHIA came up with the idea of TVRS during her drive to her college classes. The rest of the day was spent scripting, recording, editing, and creating "The Virtual Reality Show" YouTube channel. The first episode was uploaded to the channel a little past midnight, marking February 16 as the upload date of the [[Projekt Melody (Virtual CamGirl?!)|first TVRS episode]].

The channel had humble beginnings, hitting 100 subscribers on February 27, 2020. However, it saw a major increase in when on March 18, 2020, the [[EDM]] artist [[Porter Robinson]] posted "[[meeting a very inspiring fan of mine in VR]]" to all major social media platforms. PHIA had helped Porter Robinson set up a custom avatar in [[VRChat]] as a means of helping him interact with fans after the [[COVID-19]] pandemic resulted in the cancellation of many of his live performances.

TVRS saw another major surge in growth when on June 22, 2020, PHIA was featured in an [[PHIA: Infinite Reality - The VR Æxperience|interview]] with the virtual reality channel [[Disrupt]]. Many followers of Disrupt would subscribe to PHIA's channel resulting in the 10,000 subscriber milestone being achieved on June 25, 2020.

Eventually, PHIA would [[OCULUS RIFT S vs VALVE INDEX : Is it Worth the Upgrade?|upgrade her virtual reality headset]] from an Oculus Rift S to a [[Valve Index]] on June 30, 2020. She had ordered the Valve Index on April 13 meaning she had waited several weeks. The Valve Index is currently experiencing logistical issues when it comes to shipping, but once PHIA obtained the new headset, the quality of her streams and movement tracking saw a significant increase.

TVRS continues to show healthy growth with a [[PHIA Discord server|Discord server]] with over 2,000 members and more than 30,000 subscribers on YouTube as of August 2020.

On March 25, 2021, The Virtual Reality Show YouTube Channel was rebranded as "PHIA" to better communicate PHIA's intent towards more diverse content beyond TVRS itself. This was announced with the video [[The Virtual Reality Show is over.]] which detailed her future plans.

==Community==
The primary social outlets that community of The Virtual Reality Show makes use of are the PHIA Discord server and [[PHIAbunny Twitch channel]].
===Discord===
{{Main|PHIA Discord server}}

The PHIA Discord server is a place where users can chat with one another across multiple text and voice channels. Different channels are specialized for different discussion topics which include general discussion as well as getting assistance with setting up a [[VR headset]] or becoming a [[vtuber]].
===Twitch===
{{Main|PHIAbunny Twitch channel}}

The PHIAbunny Twitch channel is where PHIA conducts her livestreams. Users who are watching her live can chat with her or with others. PHIA streams a variety of content from [[VRChat]], community games like [[Jackbox Party Pack]] or creating content with [[VRoid Studio]].
===Patreon===
{{Main|Patreon}}
There is also a Patreon page for The Virtual Reality Show which can be found [https://www.patreon.com/phia here]. Patreon supporters get a wide variety of benefits depending on which tier they subscribe to. One of the benefits is a meetup for Patreons supporters where attendees get to meet PHIA, the TVRS [[moderator]]s and other members of the community. 

You can use [https://tvrswiki.net/apps/meetup.html this] tool to track the date of the next Patreon meetup.

==Credits==
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===Main staff===
The main staff are directly involved in the production of videos for the YouTube channel.
*[[PHIA]] - Host, Writer, Editing
*[[Lumi]] - Art direction
===Support staff===
The support staff maintains supplemental projects to TVRS.
*[[Krayfishkarl]] - [[TVRS Wiki]] webmaster, TikTok video editing, [[PHIA PHUNNIES]] editing
*[[Ventus]] - Twitter ad video editing, TikTok video editing, [[PHIA PHUNNIES]] editing
*[[EXXOmixin]] - Twitch Highlights editing

===Moderators===
{{Main|Moderator}}
The [[moderator]]s are volunteers who help answer questions about TVRS as well as maintain civility in both the PHIA Discord server and the [[PHIAbunny Twitch channel]].
===Guests===
Guests are individuals that were interviewed for TVRS.
*[[Xander Morgan]]
*[[Joakim Vindenes]]
*[[FoxyJoel]]
*[[CodeParade]]
*[[Amanugai]]
*[[Virtual Dreamers]]
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==Episodes==
===Main episodes===
{{TVRS Episodes}}
===Vtubing tutorials===
*[[Virtual Cast: Getting Started in Vtubing for FREE! (Tutorial)]]
*[[Virtual Cast: Importing Custom Models! (Tutorial)]]
*[[Virtual Cast: Multiplayer + Vtubing with Friends! (Tutorial)]]
*[[VRoid to VRChat EASY BEGINNER GUIDE (Tutorial)]]
*[[Make a custom Vtubing model with VRoid Studio for FREE!]]
*[[How to use Luppet- the best Vtubing Program!]]
*[[How to make and upload a VRChat Avatar QUICK & EASY!!!]]
*[[How to Import VRoid to VRChat for Quest (EASY BEGINNER GUIDE)]]
*[[VRoid Hair Tutorial ★ In-Depth Guide (Easy)]]
*[[How to do Facial Motion Capture with VRoid!]]
*[[Set up Oculus Quest 2 Hand Tracking in VRCHAT!]]
*[[Top 10 VRoid Tips & Tricks! (FREE avatar maker!)]]
*[[How to add accessories to a VRoid! (EASY TUTORIAL)]]

===Twitch moments===
*[[Second Sky Island DISASTERS!! (Animal Crossing)]]
*[[vtuber gets bullied in minecraft]]
*[[Second Sky (Twitch highlights video)|Second Sky]]
*[[Monstercat artist builds me a DJ stage in Minecraft!]]
*[[I AM A RUTHLESS SLAYER~!! Minecraft Server Opening]]
*[[DON'T SLAY MY BUNNIES (FaceCam)]]
*[[SPICEY Vtuber Moments (chat pranks me)!?]]
*[[My Epic Quest to Slay the Ender Dragon... In a Maid Outfit?!]]
*[[Why did I say THIS on twitch stream....?!]]
*[[I HAVE A TOTAL MELTDOWN IN FNAF: HELP WANTED]]
*[[Meeting my ex-husband in VRChat... is he the father?!]]
*[[I showed you my booty please respond]]
*[[The Scariest VR Game I've Ever Played]]
*[[Among Us ruined my relationship?!]]
*[[The VRChat Scare Zone]]
*[[Best of PHIA 2020]]
*[[he served me WHAT?! (VRChat)]]
*[[existence is pain]]

===Virtual vlogs===
*[[Exploring Virtual Market 4! (ENVtuber Vlog)]]
===Virtual Frontier===
*[[VRChat World Exploration - The Virtual Frontier!]]
===Miscellaneous===
*[[Thank you, Porter Robinson.]]
*[[5,000 Subscribers!! Thanks + Some Updates]]
*[[PHIA's Japanese Final Project]]
*[[Q&A with a Virtual Girl!]]
*[[Thank you for 10k!! Update (Meetup + Bloopers)]]
*[[Finally got a Valve Index, why does it smell like FISH???]]
*[[Quest 2 Revealed!! Complete Recap of Facebook Connect]]
*[[My "Quest 2" Unboxing Went Terribly Wrong...]]
*[[50k Sub Special - Q&A with a Vtuber!!]]
*[[These 4 VRChat Developers Made Something Terrifying]]
*[[FREE + EASY custom avatars for VRCHAT!! Ready Player Me]]
*[[This could COMPLETELY change VRChat forever]]
*[[Virtual Self: The Complete Lore Explained]]
*[[Meeting my VRChat boyfriend]]
*[[Why I was forced to show my feet to my subscribers]]

==Contact==
For inquiries regarding TVRS as well as video suggestions, the best way to reach out is to send an e-mail to phia@thevirtualreality.show. Generic questions and troubleshooting can usually be handled directly in the Discord server by [[moderators]] and other community members.

Any questions about the wiki should be directed towards Krayfishkarl respectively. He can be pinged via Discord or discussed in the dedicated #wiki-chat channel.

==See also==
*[[PHIAbunny Twitch channel]]
*[[PHIA Discord server]]
==External links==
*[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMMBpWfWUd3xlcOxrot_neA Visit the TVRS YouTube Channel]
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