Virtual reality is unquestionably one of the most exciting emerging trends in technology. What began as a nifty showpiece is now the very real future for gaming tech and beyond. VR headsets are here in a big way – and they’re about to make your living room a whole lot more exciting.

Projecting a fascinating 3D world of wondrous potential onto screens just inches from your eyes might sound like a divergent concept, but, with everyone from HTC to Facebook jumping on the make-believe bandwagon, holographic headgear will soon be changing the way we watch sports, play games and, well, do just about everything.

That conclusion does beg the question, but it nevertheless needs to be asked: what can VR do? Not just create cool ways to explore the world from your lounge, but how can the next great tech revolution truly change our lives for the better?

In light of Alton Towers’ recent announcement that the ever popular Air ride has been overhauled to become the world’s first full virtual reality coaster, named Galactica, one has to wonder what other everyday events could be upgraded with a sprinkling of fantasy.

So, here they are… eight of life’s most mundane, boring and downright dull activities – and how VR and a bit of imagination could make them oh-so-interesting.