INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN SOCIAL SCIENCE (IJRISS)
ISSN No. 2454-6186 | DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS | Volume IX Issue XI November 2025
1. Identification; Initial database searches generated an extensive pool of studies.
2. Screening; Titles and abstracts were screened to eliminate irrelevant materials.
3. Eligibility; Full texts were reviewed to confirm theoretical and methodological relevance.
4. Final Inclusion; Studies meeting all criteria were retained for thematic synthesis.
A systematic data extraction process was applied to each included study, capturing essential characteristics such
as publication year, research design, sample population, type of AR/VR application, theoretical framework,
marketing objectives, and key findings related to personalization and consumer responses.
To analyse the literature, a thematic synthesis approach was utilized. First, open coding was conducted to identify
recurring concepts related to immersive technologies, personalization mechanisms, engagement triggers, and
behavioural responses. Next, axial coding was applied to group related concepts into broader themes, such as
consumer decision-making, experiential value, hedonic/utilitarian perceptions, and technology adoption drivers.
Finally, selective coding integrated these themes into a cohesive narrative supported by relevant theoretical
constructs.
The analysis was further strengthened through the integration of three key behavioural and technology adoption
theories. The Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) provided insights into how perceived usefulness and ease
of use influence consumer acceptance of AR/VR applications. The Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of
Technology (UTAUT) expanded this understanding by examining the roles of performance expectancy, effort
expectancy, social influence, and facilitating conditions in shaping consumer adoption intentions. Meanwhile,
the Stimulus Organism Response (SOR) framework offered a behavioural lens for interpreting how immersive
AR/VR stimuli shape cognitive and emotional states, ultimately influencing behavioural responses such as
purchase intention, engagement, satisfaction, and loyalty.
By synthesizing empirical evidence through a structured review process and anchoring interpretations within
these established theoretical frameworks, this methodology provides a robust foundation for understanding the
strategic value of AR/VR in personalized marketing. The technology evolves and becomes more accessible, we
can expect to see even more innovative applications of AR/VR in marketing, transforming the way brands
interact with consumers and creating new opportunities for engagement and personalization.
RESULTS
The findings indicate that AR/VR technologies are reshaping the retail and advertising landscapes by offering
highly personalized and interactive consumer experiences. As consumer expectations shift toward more
immersive and immediate interactions, businesses must adapt by integrating AR/VR solutions into their
marketing strategies. Retailers, for instance, are leveraging VR to create virtual shopping environments, allowing
customers to explore and interact with products in ways that traditional e-commerce cannot replicate. In the
fashion industry, virtual try-on features and immersive runway shows are revolutionizing brand engagement and
purchase behavior.
DISCUSSION
AR and VR technologies provide innovative avenues for businesses to craft unique and personalized marketing
campaigns (Alexandrova & Poddubnaya, 2023). By bridging the gap between online and in-person shopping, these
technologies offer new opportunities for enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty. Personalized shopping
experiences, enabled by AI-driven AR/VR applications, have the potential to redefine consumer-brand
relationships by offering tailored content and interactive engagements (Chhabra, 2023).
Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality technologies present new and innovative ways for businesses to create
unique and personalized marketing campaigns (Alexandrova & Poddubnaya, 2023). Augmented Reality enables
new product development and success in the apparel industry. VR is able to assist with quick responses to
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