VR/XR for defense and government use cases

A person wearing an XR headset sitting in a vehicle

Prepare for every mission

Vehicle crews and operators use Varjo to rehearse driving, gunnery, and heavy weapons procedures in lifelike environments that mirror real operational conditions.

Train more people, in more places

Realistic land training made scalable.

Reduce reliance on costly live exercises and large simulators.
Deliver high-fidelity driving and weapons training anywhere, from classrooms to containers.
Train more often, reach proficiency faster, and extend the life of real vehicles.
Capture instructor insight with eye tracking and performance telemetry for better after-action review.

Preparing crews for every land mission.

Build confidence on the move

Driving simulation

Drivers and crews practice handling, convoy operations, and tactical maneuvers in environments that reflect the terrain and conditions they will face in real operations.

A person sitting behind a wheel wearing an XR headset

Sharpen accuracy under fire

Weapons and gunnery

Vehicle crews train on turret and other weapons systems in safe, repeatable simulations that replicate the stress and complexity of live-fire engagements.

Firepower at scale

Heavy weapons

Artillery and heavy weapons teams conduct fire missions, crew drills, and unit coordination in XR, gaining the benefits of large-scale live training at a fraction of the cost.

Joint training without boundaries

JTAC and drone integration

JTACs, drone operators, and ground crews work together on target designation, handoff, and engagement, improving coordination and responsiveness in combined-arms operations.

Prepare for life-saving decisions

Critical medical scenarios

Crews can safely rehearse medical emergencies, casualty care, and other critical incidents in immersive environments that build confidence and readiness for high-stakes situations.

Our Customers

“The newest update to the XR-4 Series allows us to feel confident that we can meet our customer requirements.” Bartek Panasewicz - VP Training Systems Land

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“Back in the day, synthetic training was good to have. Now I believe it is fundamentally necessary.”
Rahul C. Thakkar - President of Bohemia Interactive Simulations

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"We're now at the forefront of advancing XR technology beyond labs and training environments, and driving it into mission-critical and operational use cases."
Geoffrey Bund - CEO at Headwall

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“Using Varjo’s technology has allowed us to achieve seamless integration between the live and the virtual.”
James Clarkson - Engineering Lead for Mission Training Devices at Inzpire

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“Varjo is the best headset for high fidelity mixed reality applications with a large customer base in military.”
Ilkka Ruuskanen - Product Manager at Patria

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“I think this is a game changer for the industry. I think that mixed reality eventually is going to be the standard utilized for JTAC sims.”
Andrew Rigato - Mission Systems Operator & TAPC JTAC

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Immersive training across every crew position

Case Patria: Training the Modern Military Vehicle Crew

Patria is Finland’s leading provider of defense, security, and aerospace solutions, with a legacy that spans over a century. Patria’s mixed reality-based simulator offers training tailored to modern vehicle crew needs with improved immersion and a significantly smaller physical footprint than conventional display setups.

Clarity and comfort

Designed for true-to-life immersion.

The Varjo XR-4 Series brings unmatched realism to land training, with advanced video passthrough, dual 4K displays, and LiDAR sensors that align physical and virtual elements seamlessly. Crews can interact naturally with vehicle controls, weapons systems, and fellow crew members while avoiding negative training risks. Ergonomic design features, including a zero-gravity headband, automatic IPD adjustment, and active cooling, ensure long exercises remain comfortable and effective.

The Varjo advantage

Setting the standard for mixed reality training.

Varjo’s XR solutions provide the realism, interoperability, and security needed to prepare personnel for mission-critical operations. The XR-4 Series delivers uncompromising fidelity and integrates seamlessly with leading simulators, software, and hardware. Built for portability and scalability, and backed by Varjo’s defense-certified expert services, it is the trusted foundation for the future of training.

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Prepare for every mission

Realistic land training made scalable.