The Experiencer Disk , also known as a Mesmerizer and a Nubbin, is a virtual reality device manufactured by TCKR Systems and Eulogy. It is featured in the episodes from Season 3 onwards.
History[]
The disk is a virtual reality device, which allows its user to become fully neurally immersed in virtual reality upon attaching it to their temple. It can be compared to the Mushroom device manufactured by SaitoGemu, however is more effective and advanced.
It is used for both gameplay and regular virtual reality immersion.
San Junipero[]
Experiencer Disks are used by Yorkie and Kelly Booth to gain access to the virtual reality world of San Junipero. Those who are alive and have not has their consciousness fully uploaded into the simulation are limited in their usage of the disks. The episode confirms the devices are manufactured by TCKR Systems.
USS Callister[]
Experiencer Disks are used by those who are involved in the testing and playing of Infinity, an immersive gaming experience developed by Callister Inc. One is also used by Robert Daly to play a re-skinned version of the game which emulates the classic sci-fi series Space Fleet, populated with virtual clones.
Striking Vipers[]
Both Daniel Parker and Karl use Experiencer Disks in order to play the SaitoGemu fighting game Striking Vipers X. The devices are referred to as "Experiencer Disks for the first time by Karl, having previously been unnamed in other episodes.
Hotel Reverie[]
A variant of the experiencer disk, dubbed the "Mesmerizer" by Kimmy, is used on Hollywood actress Brandy Friday during her performance in the Redream recreation of the classic Keyworth Pictures movie Hotel Reverie.
Eulogy[]
Another variant of the experiencer disk, manufactured by the company Eulogy (company) is used by Philip Connarthy throughout the episode, allowing him to relive moments from various photographs with his former lover.
Features[]
- Virtual Reality Immersion
Upon attaching the device to their temple, the player becomes complatley immersed in the virtual reality experiencing it as if it were real life. This includes physical sensations such as pain and sexual pleasure.