China’s virtual reality (VR) industry is entering a golden era of growth and innovation. By the end of 2024, the country had more than 10,000 companies actively engaged in VR, according to data shared at the 2025 World Conference on VR Industry (WCVRI) held in Nanchang, the capital of Jiangxi Province.
At the event, Xie Shaofeng, chief engineer of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), highlighted that China’s VR sector has successfully built a self-reliant industrial system, forming a complete and sustainable ecosystem that connects research, production, and application.
This robust development reflects how China’s technology innovation and industrial upgrading are creating new economic momentum. The VR ecosystem now integrates diverse applications—from education and healthcare to culture, manufacturing, and tourism—showcasing how immersive technologies are being woven into everyday life and business operations across the country.
In recent years, China has achieved significant progress in core VR technologies, standards formulation, and cross-industry integration. The country has introduced over 30 national standards and taken the lead in developing nearly 10 international standards in areas such as virtual digital humans and VR terminal equipment. These achievements ensure that China’s VR sector grows in a standardized, efficient, and forward-looking manner.
The expansion of China’s VR industry not only enhances the competitiveness of its digital economy, but also strengthens the nation’s position in emerging intelligent technologies. Supported by government policy, research innovation, and enterprise collaboration, China’s VR sector is shaping a vibrant ecosystem that fuels new industrial opportunities and empowers digital transformation across multiple fields.
With over 10,000 companies now driving this momentum, China’s virtual reality industry stands as a powerful symbol of the country’s confidence in innovation, technological advancement, and future-oriented economic growth.