Manerai · Los Angeles
XR research & consulting from a studio that ships
We invest heavily in R&D to invent new ways of interacting in VR and mixed reality, and we run our own live VR games. We share both: research partnerships and practical advice for teams building in XR.
How we help
Research & development
New interaction, hand tracking, physics-based gameplay and passthrough mixed reality — tested on real players, as in our Meta-funded NatureScape project.
Technical consulting
Performance audits for standalone headsets, Unity architecture review, multiplayer and backend choices.
Platform & launch strategy
Which headset, which store, which audience — plus store requirements, review readiness and live updates.
Why Manerai
Our research is not theoretical: it ends up in games played by 14,000,000+ people, with a 4.8 average rating and 210,000,000+ video views. Our advice comes from our own launches, so we know what actually works on the stores today.
We have delivered grant-funded mixed reality work with Meta and run research initiatives and internships with UCLA. We work with game studios, companies new to XR, universities and investors who want a practical second opinion.
How we work
- QuestionWe define the research question or the decision you need to make.
- Review & experimentsWe study your idea, build or codebase, and test ideas on headsets.
- FindingsA clear written report with priorities, risks and next steps.
- Follow-upOngoing advice sessions or further research rounds.
FAQ
What kind of XR research do you do?
Mostly new interaction design, hand tracking, physics-based gameplay and passthrough mixed reality on standalone headsets like Meta Quest.
What does an XR consultant do?
An XR consultant helps you decide what to build, for which headset, and how — covering platform choice, technical architecture, performance, budget and launch.
Can you review our existing VR game or app?
Yes. We run technical and UX reviews of existing VR games and apps and give a prioritized list of fixes.
Do you work with universities and grant programs?
Yes. We have collaborated with UCLA on research and delivered grant-funded mixed reality work with Meta, and we are open to new research partnerships.