مجلة المنظومة الرياضية
Volume 13, Numéro 2, Pages 683-713
2026-09-05

Virtual And Augmented Reality Technologies In The Modern Sports Ecosystem: Current Applications, Challenges, And Future Prospects

Authors : Nessil Noureddine .

Abstract

This systematic review was designed to examine the current deployment of virtual and augmented reality technologies within the broader sports domain, based on peer‑reviewed articles published between 2019 and 2026 across major scientific databases, including Scopus and Web of Science. Adhering to the PRISMA flow diagram and applying strict inclusion and exclusion criteria, we screened and analyzed around 50 relevant studies. The review showcases a range of contemporary VR/AR applications that have proven effective, categorizing them according to sport type and the specific athletic skills they target. Additionally, it outlines the primary challenges spanning economic, technical, health, and psychosocial dimensions that currently restrain their widespread adoption, while also pointing to promising future directions. Crucially, the review recommends that these technologies be integrated as complementary rather than standalone training instruments. Alongside this, sustained investment in further research is urged to address prevailing knowledge gaps, thereby ensuring that future implementation rests on a sound and rigorous scientific footing.

Keywords

Virtual Reality ; Augmented Reality ; Sports Applications ; Sports ; Athletic Performance ; Systematic Review