SexLikeReal has launched "Tech Explainer," a new series of posts designed to detail the technology underpinning its VR platform. The initial installment focuses on Passthrough, a feature that integrates performers into a viewer's physical environment using a headset's cameras.

Understanding Passthrough Technology

Passthrough in VR allows users to view VR content through their mixed reality headset, with some visuals appearing within their real surroundings. This effect is achieved by the headset's external cameras feeding video of the user's environment to the screen. SexLikeReal's AR Porn utilizes this feature to create an immersive experience, making scenes appear as if they are unfolding around the viewer. To activate Passthrough, users can select any video from the AR Videos page or choose a video marked with an eye icon. Passthrough activates automatically, and the eye icon can be tapped during playback to toggle the feature on or off.

SexLikeReal offers two distinct versions of Passthrough: Native Passthrough and AI Passthrough. Native Passthrough scenes are specifically filmed for AR Porn, utilizing green or blue screen technology. This method is noted for delivering the highest image quality, offering better depth, scale, and realism, along with smoother mask alignment and overall clarity. Native Passthrough is best experienced with newer devices such as the Meta Quest 3 and Quest 3S, and it supports "Woman & Penis" and "Only Woman" modes.

AI Passthrough, conversely, processes standard VR porn scenes by employing AI to mask out backgrounds. This version works with a broader range of content and devices, and it also supports "Woman & Man" mode. The AI Passthrough function is designed to remove the background of VR porn videos, as well as parts of the male performer typically visible from the first-person perspective, without requiring special filming measures. Developers at SexLikeReal reportedly experimented with the video editing tool CapCut before developing their own in-house AI video algorithm to achieve this effect. As of February 1, 2024, SexLikeReal had released approximately ten videos showcasing this new AI passthrough function.

SexLikeReal's VR Platform and Offerings

SexLikeReal, founded in 2015 by Alex Novak, is a Slovenian virtual reality pornography platform. It operates as a content sharing site, a production company, a live cam streaming service, and a VR technology developer. The platform provides access to an extensive library of immersive adult videos, available in resolutions up to 8K. SexLikeReal has established itself in the VR adult entertainment industry by aggregating content from various studios and developing proprietary tools to enhance user experiences.

As of 2025, the platform's content library exceeds 45,000 scenes, encompassing hardcore, solo, and interactive videos from multiple production partners. Users can access content through pay-per-view purchases or premium subscriptions, which provide unlimited access. Content can be streamed or downloaded via the free SLR app, which is available for devices like Meta Quest and supports features such as passthrough AR for blended real-world viewing. A notable aspect of SLR is its integration with interactive sex toys from brands including Kiiroo, Lovense, and The Handy, enabling synchronized haptic feedback during playback through custom scripts.

Beyond video delivery, SexLikeReal produces original content under the "SLR Originals" label and operates VR live cams for real-time interactions. The company continuously updates its technology to support new headsets and formats. This comprehensive approach positions SLR as an ecosystem for VR adult experiences, with an emphasis on realism and accessibility.

Key Facts

  • SexLikeReal launched its "Tech Explainer" series on September 25, 2026.
  • The first "Tech Explainer" post details Passthrough technology.
  • Passthrough uses a headset's cameras to place performers in the viewer's room.
  • SexLikeReal offers two Passthrough versions: Native Passthrough and AI Passthrough.
  • Native Passthrough scenes are filmed with green/blue screens for higher quality.
  • AI Passthrough segments standard scenes in real time using an in-house AI algorithm.