Datingverse

Datingverse takes virtual reality and applies it to something most people could actually use help with: first dates. Founded by dating coach Grace Lee, the platform lets you practice your dating skills in VR environments with lifelike avatars, getting real-time feedback while you stumble through conversations without the real-world consequences. You can record sessions, review what worked (or didn’t), and basically treat dating like any other skill you’d practice before the big game. The platform fits into the broader intimacy tech space by addressing the foundational skills that lead to intimate connections. Users practice flirting, navigate difficult conversations, and build confidence in a safe virtual environment using anonymized avatars. It’s marketed particularly toward Gen Z users who grew up more comfortable with screens than face-to-face interactions, as dating tech continues evolving to meet different needs. Grace Lee essentially took her existing dating coaching business and scaled it through VR technology, creating what she trademarked under A Good First Date LLC.