PTSDate by Bumble
Most interactions on dating apps are superficial and shallow, making it difficult to form deeper connections. But research shows, deeper connections are formed when two people share a traumatic experience.
Introducing PTSDate, a virtual dating experience that harnesses the power of AI and spatial technology to simulate traumatic scenarios based on shared fears.
AD: Nikolas Sandevski + Nathalie Lopez
HOW IT WORKS
We’ll optimize Bumble’s existing features and prompt users to enter their deepest fears as a conversation starter on their profile. This will be a new criteria to make matches.
During the PTSDates, Bumble will capture digital photostrips and postcards for users to reminisce on their uniquely fear-based date.
These digital keepsakes will be shared on social media to spread the word.
Once a match over similar fears is made, users can select to go on a virtual first date using an existing VR set or at VR bars at Bumble hive pop-ups across the country.
For those who aren’t on the app yet, we’ll promote PTSDate near popular first date hangouts — highlighting the universal first date fears that pale in comparison to the presets of PTSDate.
