MATRIX, a subsidiary of Metareal, has developed “Gaussian VR,” a 3D real estate property-viewing solution leveraging Gaussian Splatting technology. Gaussian VR will be released as a limited beta version, and at the same time, the company has started recruiting interested companies to participate in the test program.

Until now, virtual reality (VR) real estate property viewing has been limited to stitching panoramic images together, and offers only point movement at intervals of several meters. Gaussian VR uses Gaussian Splatting technology to construct the entire environment in 3D, allowing users to freely walk around the property. Moreover, it is an epoch-making solution that does not require specialized equipment and can be completed simply by recording footage using a typical smartphone. Uploaded footage is automatically generated into an immersive VR environment in as little as a few dozen minutes.

“Gaussian VR is a groundbreaking AI technology that generates 3D environments very quickly,” said Goushi Yonekura, CTO of Metareal. “As a pioneer in Gaussian Splatting, we will continue to contribute to society through the advancement of technology with diverse industrial applications.”

According to the company, this technology means there will no longer be any need to visit multiple properties in person, and users will be able to view every detail without limitation—including scheduling, broker availability, and location. Gaussian VR is a solution designed to innovate the work involved in conducting property viewings, and also provides solutions to alleviate issues such as labor shortages in the real estate industry.