The "Virtual Reality in Entertainment" (VR) (Episode: "The Springfield Connection", 1997)

The Simpsons has earned quite the reputation for seemingly predicting the future. It’s actually a bit of a meme at this point, with fans pointing out how many things in the real world appear to have been "predicted" by the show, sometimes years in advance. While some of these predictions are purely coincidental or the result of broad satire, others do seem oddly prescient.

The "Virtual Reality in Entertainment" (VR) (Episode: "The Springfield Connection", 1997)

• What happened: In this episode, Homer and Marge engage in virtual reality as a form of entertainment, making light of immersive tech.
• Reality: Virtual reality headsets like the Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, and PlayStation VR became popular gaming devices in the 2010s. VR is now used not only for gaming but also in training, therapy, and entertainment experiences.