Disability simulator in virtual reality

Experience what it’s like to be blind, deaf, on a wheelchair, elderly or with dementia

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Learn Empathy. Build Inclusion.

Experience barriers to mobility, communication, and access - not as theory, but as lived reality

Shift from abstract ideas to real understanding

Learn respectful language

Turn insights into everyday inclusive actions

Designed for teams, educators, and professionals who want to build truly inclusive spaces

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Experience and empathize

Feel barriers firsthand - not as theory, but as lived reality. This builds genuine understanding, not just awareness.

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Use inclusive language

We teach flexible language: identity-first or person-first, because preferences vary. You'll learn to adapt, not assume.

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Turn insight into action

Turn insights into everyday actions: design spaces, conversations, and policies that welcome everyone.

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Accessibility begins with understanding

A window into the lives of people with disabilities, raising awareness about ableist interactions

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Eye-opening experience

Dariusz Kamionko, Communication Professor, University of Lublin

β€œThis simulator didn’t just change how we teach, it fundamentally transformed how our students understand accessibility and truly inclusive decision-making.”

A library of story paths

Lazer Ability contains a library of conditions and scenarios that can be combined freely to suit your needs. Visit a doctor’s office, walk across the street to the ATM, go grocery shopping. How much harder is it when facing a disability?

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Visual
 disabilities

In the foreground there is a headset and controllers on a table. In the background there are people in office attire.
In the foreground there is a headset and controllers on a table. In the background there are people in office attire.

Hearing
 disabilities

Mobility
 impairments

Age-related impairments

Dementia

Visual Impairment Simulator

Explore Real-World Scenarios Through the Eyes of Those with Visual Impairments

Available story paths include a home environment, use of ATM and a visit to the doctor’s office.

Experience and configure* various visual impairments and conditions:

  • Cataract - clouding of the lens, causing blurred or dim vision.
  • Macular degeneration - loss of central vision.
  • Glaucoma - tunnel vision.
  • Color blindness - inability to distinguish certain colors.
  • Astigmatism - Β blurred and distorted vision.
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Hearing Disability Simulator

Step Into the Shoes of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community

Available story paths include using public transport and visiting a doctor’s office.

Experience and configure* hearing loss:

  • Adjustable severity – simulate hearing loss from mild to total, fully customizable in the engine.
  • Adjust sound levels depending on sound frequency.
  • Adjustable ability of distinguishing speech from environment noises
  • Hearing aid simulation – experience the limitations of hearing aids, including effects of distance from a speaker, poor sound quality, and influence of background noises.
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Wheelchair Simulator

Navigate the World from a Wheelchair

This simulation can be experienced independently or taken to the next level with our proprietary Wheelchair Mobility Platform. Using a standard wheelchair in combination with VR headset, you can immerse yourself fully in the experience, providing an unparalleled sense of what it’s like to navigate the world on a wheelchair.

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Elderly Person Simulator

Elderly Simulation Suit: Experience the Physical and Sensory Challenges of Growing Older

This simulator combines VR headset with an Elderly Simulation Suit, allowing users to experience the physical and sensory limitations that come with ageing and how they affect daily activities.

The simulation consists of vision loss, hearing loss and decreased mobility in joints. Available story paths include grocery shopping, moving on a street and using an ATM.

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Dementia Simulator

Step into the Mind of Someone Living with Cognitive Decline

This simulator features an extensive continuous story line that will make you feel the confusion, annoyance and fear experienced everyday by people suffering from dementia. Can be purchased as a full storyline or seperate story paths.

Experience dementia symptoms:

  • Time-space desorientation
  • Memory loss
  • Difficulty with everyday tasks such as cooking and getting dressed
  • Issues with communicating such as keeping conversations
  • Trouble performing complex tasks
  • Poor coordination and control of movements
  • Troubles with spatial abilities such as getting lost
  • Hallucinations
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A screenshot from Lazer Ability. You can ses a sidewalk with a bus stop in the front and a street with cars on the left. On the other side of the street there are buildings
*configuration within the proprietary engines Β is considered a custom feature

A Complete Learning Ecosystem

Implementation of Lazer Ability in a classroom is easy with our end-to-end system

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Simulation

The simulation is the key experience. It can be run in virtual technology or with use of Wheelchair Mobility Platform and Elderly Simulation Suit.

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Worksheet

Each simulation comes with a worksheet to reinforce learning and provoke reflection. It can be used to create a well-rounded study session and as a conversation starter.

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Management platform

Switch on the simulation remotely, track each learner and the time they spent on each simulation. Integrate with your existing LMS

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Choose your own technology

Lazer Anatomy works on various platforms, you can choose the technology that bests suits your needs and budget

Virtual

Reality

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An immersive, easy to implement solution. It requires a VR headset that can be run wirelessly

VR with Wheelchair Mobility Platform

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The most immersive solution with a physical wheelchair simulator and VR headset connected to a good PC

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Web Experience

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Coming soon: The simplest way to experience Lazer Ability β€” no special equipment needed

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Connect with Diverse Perspectives in an Authentic Way

Designed for families, caregiving trainees, students and experienced professionals, it helps foster understanding and awareness

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can we focus only on one type of disability for specific training?

Yes. You can purchase individual simulatorsβ€”such as visual impairment, hearing loss, mobility impairment, ageing, or dementiaβ€”based on your organizational needs.

What is the implementation process and timeline for Lazer Ability?

Implementation is straightforward and typically takes a few weeks, depending on equipment availability and scope. The process includes a needs assessment, technical setup, onboarding session, and facilitator guidance. Our team supports you at every step to ensure a smooth launch.

How much does Lazer Ability cost for an institution?

Pricing depends on the size of your institution, number of users, selected disability types, chosen technology (VR-only, VR with physical platforms, WebGL (coming soon)) and if you opt in for VR management platform. We offer flexible licensing options tailored to universities, non-profits, and other types of organizations. Contact us for a customized quote and a free demo consultation.

Are the story paths culturally adaptable for different countries or languages?

Yes. The scenarios are designed to reflect universal daily experiences (e.g., visiting a doctor, grocery shopping, public transport), making them adaptable across cultures. Language localization options are available, and we can discuss custom regional adaptations depending on your needs.

What equipment is needed for use of Lazer Ability?

At minimum, you need a compatible VR headset (such as Meta Quest, PICO, or HTC Vive). For enhanced immersion, you may add our Wheelchair Mobility Platform or Elderly Simulation Suit. A stable internet connection and access to our management platform are recommended for tracking and remote control features. A WebGL version is coming soon, for which you'll only need access to a PC.

How to set up our space for use of VR simulation?

Use of VR requires a safe, open area of around 2 square meters per person. A standard classroom or conference room can easily be arranged for this purpose. For the Wheelchair Mobility Platform a dedicated space is recommended for permanent setup. As Giant Lazer we offer services to support you in preparing your environment efficiently.

What kind of customer support do you offer?

We provide onboarding assistance, technical setup guidance, facilitator support, and ongoing technical help. Our team is available to ensure your program runs smoothly and continues delivering impact over time.

Who are the creators of Lazer Ability?

Lazer Ability was created by Giant Lazer, an immersive technology company specializing in Virtual, Augmented, and Mixed Reality platforms since 2018. Giant Lazer focuses on building innovative learning and training applications, for universities, NGOs, corporations and schools. Every solution is developed using a research-driven, user-centered design process and continuously refined to ensure the best possible learning experience.

How can I manage multiple learners in VR during one lesson?

We strongly recommend use of our partner management platform which allows instructors to remotely launch simulations, track progress in real time, and collect data about participant's performance.

How can I track my learners activity in virtual reality?

Our partner management platform tracks participant activity, including time spent in each simulation and completion status. This data can be used for reporting, or integration into formal training assessments.

Can I integrate the Lazer Ability with my existing LMS?

Yes. Lazer Ability supports integration with most Learning Management Systems (LMS), enabling seamless tracking, reporting, and learner management within your existing infrastructure through the use of our partner management platform.