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* The UsefulNotes/PlayStation3 has virtual pet game ''VideoGame/EyePet'' and the card game ''VideoGame/TheEyeOfJudgment'' that both use the [=PlayStation=] Eye camera and overlay the games visuals on the video feed from the camera.

* In addition to having a 3D display screen and a 3D camera, the UsefulNotes/Nintendo3DS is the first Nintendo handheld video game console to incorporate Augmented Reality gameplay (via "cards").

* In the 8th edition of ''TabletopGames/Paranoia'', these are part of the ubiquitous Cerebral Coretech implants. Often useful (showing other citizens' names and treason stars), sometimes distracting (when the Computer or a teammate takes up half your field of vision while you're in a firefight). Also, while the hardware is difficult to subvert (being, y'know, inside the citizen's skull), the software and comm link are another matter. And there are occasional dead zones where the link can't pick up a signal, causing the display to freeze (you can get a bonus for reporting one, or take advantage to do sneaky stuff while you're off the radar).

Distinguished from a HeadsUpDisplay in that the information in a HUD is presented as being on the surface it's projected on, whereas AugmentedReality is usually presented as "actually" being part of the world behind it. It's pretty much the epitome RealLife example of GogglesDoSomethingUnusual.

* ''Anime/{{Fractale}}'' - Fractale system

** In the pilot of ''Anime/GhostInTheShellSAC2045'', Togusa is driving through a RedLightDistrict saturated with AugmentedReality advertising. He swipes them away and notes that the real world underneath is [[WretchedHive hardly an improvement]].
* ''VisualNovel/RoboticsNotes'' uses Augmented Reality as a central element. An AI named Airi is only visible on the viewfinder of camera on tablets and cellphones since she exists in a computer network, a robot built by the Robotics Club uses AR to overlay an image of a SuperRobot from the ShowWithinAShow over the robot's chassis and, of course, a {{Cosplay}} [[http://i.imgur.com/BmT9vgI.gif App.]]
* In ''Manga/IrisZero'' most people have a power called an Iris that basically allows them to view an AugmentedReality. Most younger people, anyway.

* In ''Literature/AccelWorld'' this is commonplace via "[=NeuroLinkers=]", essentially smartphones worn on the neck that alter the signals from the wearer's eyes. They can even be used to correct poor vision.

* In Creator/JacekDukaj's ''Czarne Oceany'' (''Black Oceans'') it's possible to install a computer implant in one's brain, operated via an AugmentedReality interface overlaid on one's senses. It also allows the user to interact with the virtual avatars of an AI assistant or of other users, as well as to overlay various "skins" (e.g. [[GothicHorror Necropolis]], Cartoon, [[Franchise/TolkiensLegendarium Middle-Earth]], Baroque) on the real-world environment to make it look more interesting.

* The PSP would become the first handheld system to feature AugmentedReality with the aid of an add-on camera. VideoGame/{{Invizimals}} made a prime example of this feature. Its successor, the PS Vita, made the built in camera being used for AR games a major selling point.
* In addition to having a 3D display screen and a 3D camera, the UsefulNotes/Nintendo3DS is the first Nintendo handheld video game console to incorporate AugmentedReality gameplay (via "cards").
** The pack-in titles, ''ARGames'' and ''VideoGame/FaceRaiders'', take advantage of the feature, with both having added use of the built-in gyroscope.

* ''Ghost Recon: Future Soldier'' features this; Augmented Reality is used as a justification for the player's HUD, with waypoints, ammo counters and maps being displayed.

* The real-world summoning feature of ''VideoGame/Onmyoji2016''.

* [[http://www.ted.com/talks/pattie_maes_demos_the_sixth_sense.html This TEDTalk]] shows one such system developed by MIT. [[http://www.ted.com/talks/blaise_aguera.html This one]] shows a good example of AugmentedReality maps as seen through phones.
** Several mapping applications on the iPhone have similar AugmentedReality functions, such as the Yelp! app.

* ''VisualNovel/RoboticsNotes'' uses Augmented Reality as a central element. An AI named Airi is only visible on the viewfinder of camera on tablets and cellphones since she exists in a computer network, a robot built by the Robotics Club uses AR to overlay an image of a SuperRobot from the ShowWithinAShow over the robot's chassis and, of course, a {{Cosplay}} [[http://i.imgur.com/BmT9vgI.gif App]].

* In ''Webcomic/LastRes0rt'' [[https://www.lastres0rt.com/comic/would-you-like-a-sandwich-to-go-with-that-perhaps-a-drink/ "autie lenses"]] were originally designed to help autistic people by filtering out sensory overload and providing [[https://www.lastres0rt.com/comic/jaded-isnt-he/ overlays]] that point out people's body language and tone.

* The PSP would become the first handheld system to feature AugmentedReality with the aid of an add-on camera. VideoGame/{{Invizimals}} made a prime example of this feature.
** Its successor, the PS Vita, made the built in camera being used for AR games a major selling point.

* The real-world summoning feature of ''VideoGame/{{Onmyoji}}''.

* The plot for ''LightNovel/SwordArtOnline: [[Anime/SwordArtOnlineTheMovieOrdinalScale Ordinal Scale]]'' involves the rise of AR technology as a potential rival to VirtualReality, with the main conflict arising around the creation of a highly advanced AU game called [[TitleDrop Ordinal Scale]] and the darker purpose behind it.
* Omnipresent in ''LightNovel/RebuildWorld'', where the protagonist Akira, is assisted by VirtualSidekick Alpha, where he is one in a million who's able to see and hear her without the assistance of a device. She freely augments his vision to enhance his sight and display information from both LostTechnology sensors installed around the city he scavenges from, as well as the EverythingSensor he and other 'hunters' are equipped with, letting him see in the dark, zoom, and use XRayVision. It allows Akira to see the projected paths of enemy bullets (which lets him direct where enemy bullets will hit him with his PoweredArmor using semi BulletTime). Old World cities are full of advertisements, map information etc for civilian use, as everyone of the {{Precursors}} had this vision. And so some hunters wear cybernetics, or goggles to gain this vision. Sometimes Akira's opponents are able to see Alpha, which she uses to her cunning advantage, like having Akira literally hide inside of her with a gun, or her PlayingPossum only to feign attacking the opponent from behind.

* ''Literature/TheCaliforniaVoodooGame'' uses this trope because they're outside of the Dream Park environment.

* In ''LightNovel/AccelWorld'' this is commonplace via "[=NeuroLinkers=]", essentially smartphones worn on the neck that alter the signals from the wearer's eyes. They can even be used to correct poor vision.

* The UsefulNotes/PlayStation3 has virtual pet game ''EyePet'' and the card game ''VideoGame/TheEyeOfJudgment'' that both use the [=PlayStation=] Eye camera and overlay the games visuals on the video feed from the camera.

* Omnipresent in ''LightNovel/RebuildWorld'', where the protagonist Akira, is assisted by VirtualSidekick Alpha, where he is one in a million who's able to see and hear her without the assistance of a device. She freely augments his vision to enhance his sight and display information from both LostTechnology sensors installed around the city he scavenges from, as well as the EverythingSensor he and other 'hunters' are equipped with. It is implied that she is hosted in a mainframe deep underground, contacting him through the internet. Her ability to assist him is limited by distance from said city, jamming, and being underground. Sometimes his opponents are able to see her, which she uses to her cunning advantage, like having Akira literally hide inside of her with a gun, or her PlayingPossum only to feign attacking the opponent from behind.

Distinguished from a [[{{HUD}} Heads-Up Display]] in that the information in a HUD is presented as being on the surface it's projected on, whereas AugmentedReality is usually presented as "actually" being part of the world behind it. It's pretty much the epitome RealLife example of GogglesDoSomethingUnusual.

* In ''VideoGame/HorizonZeroDawn'', Aloy finds a device called a Focus as a young girl that gives her an AR view. She makes extensive use of its abilities throughout the game: it can reveal hidden loot, highlight the vulnerable parts on enemies, provide on-screen navigation aids, interact with ancient computers, and a host of other functions.