A user study on the relationship between empathy and facial-based emotion simulation in Virtual Reality

In the contemporary metaverse landscape, comprehending the intricacies of human interaction is imperative for enhancing communication within Virtual Reality (VR) experiences. At the core of meaningful social relationships lie empathy and trust, pivotal elements nurtured by the capacity to comprehend both self and others' thoughts and intentions. Conventional face-to-face interactions heavily rely on non-verbal cues, such as body language and facial expressions, to convey messages and display empathy.