Virtual reality-enhanced exergames for weight control: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Authors' conclusion
Creating an immersive virtual world is an interesting and effective strategy for users to engage in physical activity. Virtual reality-enhanced exergames are recommended for weight control and obesity prevention across populations.
Study context
- Population
- RCTs of VR-enhanced exergames for obesity-related outcomes12 studies
- Comparison
- VR-enhanced exergames for weight control
- Outcome
- Obesity-related outcomes: body weight, BMI, body fat and waist circumference
Methodological detailsrandom-effects model, 6 electronic databases searched
- Random-effects model
- 6 electronic databases searched
Pooled result
As reported in the abstract
Body weight, BMI and body fat percentage
- VR-enhanced exergames exerted small significant effects on improving body weight, BMI and body fat percentage
Further pooled results
- Low heterogeneity and no significant publication bias among the studies
Original publication
Virtual reality-enhanced exergames for weight control: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Int J Obes (Lond). Published 6 September 2025. doi:10.
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