Participants enter the VR experience by standing in an open space and putting on the headset, where the real world fades into a calming gray background with early-morning city sounds. This introductory scene aims to relax and intrigue participants, creating a safe foundation for deeper immersion.

In this VR scene, the participant stands on a virtual sidewalk in front of a mirror, seeing their avatar's reflection while hearing a monologue that suggests a positive mood. This setup promotes a sense of body ownership, helping participants feel connected to the avatar's emotions and paving the way for deeper immersion.

In this intense VR scene, participants lose control over their avatar as they see police running toward them and hear loud sirens and commands. This experience, filled with confusion and pressure, establishes a strong power dynamic and creates a tense atmosphere, aiming to immerse participants in a realistic, high-stress situation.

In this climactic VR moment, the environment switches to a flashing white background with police shouting, while the avatar’s monologue expresses heavy breathing, confusion, and pain. Participants feel fear and panic, reinforcing a sense of empathy and encouraging them to experience the avatar’s vulnerability.

In this reflective VR phase, participants are shown media reports and then gradually transitioned back to reality, accompanied by heavy breathing and soothing background music. This scene encourages empathy and sadness, prompting participants to reflect on real-world implications and biases.