Free-Roam Group VR Experiences in the Arctic Sun VR Arena.
Visit Fairbanks’ top destination for thrilling group entertainment and experience the fun in our brand new 400 square foot VR arena. The Arctic Sun VR Free-Roam Arena offers groups of 2-6 players 400 square feet of full immersion with wireless VR, haptic vests, and a range of experiences lasting from 30 minutes to two hours. Great for family fun, a night out with friends, teambuilding, date night, and much more.
Book your next group adventure today!
How to Experience
The VR Arena at ASVR
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Booking your group's arena scale VR experiences is just the beginning. With our straightforward online reservation system or a quick phone call, your group's preferred time slot is secured. Want some unplanned fun? Just walk in and enjoy a spontaneous group session (based on availability).
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After selecting your preferred VR adventure, you and your squad will be equipped with state-of-the-art VR gear. Before you embark, our team will provide a comprehensive briefing on the equipment and your group’s selected experience. After the group briefing, it's time to step into the immersive VR Arena at Arctic Sun VR, where thrilling adventures await.
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Our dedicated staff at Arctic Sun VR is committed to ensuring your VR experience is nothing short of outstanding. From addressing any of your group's needs to maintaining our equipment at peak performance, we've got you covered. Moreover, our facility is immaculately clean, welcoming, and themed perfectly to enhance your VR journey. Every detail is curated to transport you and your group into enthralling VR worlds.
Arena-Scale VR FAQs
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Arena Scale VR at Arctic Sun VR offers a unique and immersive experience where players can freely move and interact within a large 400 square foot arena. This spacious environment allows for enhanced physical engagement and increased immersion in the virtual world. Unlike traditional VR setups, where players are confined to separate physical spaces, our Arena Scale VR features a shared physical and virtual space where all players can interact together. We utilize wireless VR headsets equipped with advanced tracking systems that accurately map players' movements within the virtual environment, ensuring smooth and continuous gameplay. This innovative setup is ideal for a variety of interactive and cooperative games, making it a perfect choice for group activities and social VR experiences.
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The Free-Roam Arena at Arctic Sun VR spans over 400 square feet. While the actual play space and arena matting occupy 400 square feet, the arena walls are positioned 6 inches beyond the matting, offering an additional buffer of space.
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This varies from experience to experience. Most of the Free-Roam Arena games can host 2-6 players while some can only host up to 4 players.
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We currently offer 4 different experiences in the Free-Roam Arena here at Arctic Sun VR, including Hero Zone Group Virtual Arcade, the VexPlay Mini-Game Arcade, After the Fall, and Arizona Sunshine.
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Due to the precise tracking of the headsets worn by each player, individuals can see each other within the VR environment, preventing any collisions. This mechanism mirrors real-life interactions where we see others and naturally avoid bumping into them.
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There are no wires or cables with the Arena Scale VR. The VR headsets used in the Free-Roam Arena are HTC Vive Focus 3 and they use wireless streaming over wifi 6e, giving guests a superior VR experience without all the restrictions from cables and tethers.
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At Arctic Sun VR, the design of the Free-Roam Arena is crafted to prioritize your safety. The arena walls are positioned 6 inches beyond the matting, creating a buffer to prevent you from running into walls. Additionally, the virtual environment is mapped accurately to the physical space, and boundary indicators within the VR experience provide guidance to ensure you remain within the safe play area. However, it's always advisable to move cautiously, especially when immersed in intense or fast-paced VR experiences.
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The Free-Roam VR Experiences at Arctic Sun VR are bookable for durations ranging from 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the chosen experience. This flexibility allows guests to select a time slot that fits their schedule and the specific VR adventure they are interested in. Each experience has its own unique narrative and gameplay length, offering a tailored virtual reality outing. Whether you're in for a quick VR escape or a longer exploration, there's a suitable booking duration to meet your needs.
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We advise that guests be a minimum of 8 years old to participate in the Free-Roam Arena experiences. However, for the games "After the Fall" and "Arizona Sunshine LBVR" within the Free-Roam Arena, we recommend a minimum age of 13 years old for participation.
