Investigating Tourist Acceptance of a VR Multisensory System in a Public Weapons Exhibition

Museums play a crucial role in preserving society's history and heritage. Recent advancements in Virtual Reality (VR) offer exciting possibilities for creating immersive, interactive experiences. This study explored the acceptance of a VR multisensory system integrated into a public weapons exhibition. Using a haptic bow in a virtual medieval environment, 60 tourists participated in the study, evaluating immersion, engagement, intention to use, and social interaction through an adapted questionnaire. Statistical analysis revealed significant correlations between factors, confirming the proposed research model. Interestingly, engagement exerted a stronger influence on user intention than immersion, suggesting that engaging VR experiences are more likely to motivate museum visits. While immersion had a statistically significant impact, it did not fully explain the variation in user intent to use the system. This research highlights the potential of VR for enhancing museum experiences and provides valuable insights for future VR implementation strategies.