vArcade
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vArcade is a pop up virtual reality space in South Melbourne and Fitzroy. This space uses Room Scale VR technology, which lets you walk around and interact with virtual worlds.
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Neighbourhood: Fitzroy
Fitzroy is an unusual blend of working class roots, hip gentrification, and a robust bohemian work ethic. Along Brunswick Street and its side streets, you'll find little independent shops where local clothes and furniture designers display their wares. There are specialist bookshops, funky record bars, and quality vintage clothing shops where browsing is the next best thing to buying. Gertrude Street is famous for its cuisine and art galleries, but if you want to buy an old-fashioned snooker table, there is a shop for that too. Small pubs still exist, tucked away on the corners of suburban side streets that serve up traditional Sunday roasts. Live music abounds, and the street performers play so hard you worry to tip them would ruin their concentration. Venture to the Spanish quarter on Johnston Street and you may even find street dancing. It is all happening amidst off-beat street murals and the shuffle of a very funky neighbourhood that embraces both old and new.
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Jean-Philippe R
Hoi An, Vietnam13 contributions
May 2017 • Friends
It was the best experience I had since a long time! You become quickly addicted to it! Staff is very friendly as well!
Written 26 May 2017
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Lynda C
Melbourne, Australia8 contributions
May 2018 • Family
We recently took our 84 year old Mum to vArcade for a Mother's Day experience with a difference. They adjusted the program for her when she couldn't understand what to do in some of the sections and kindly provided her with a seat so she didn't have to stand for the 45-50 minutes. We all loved our experience. It was great fun and very different. The staff member we dealt with was lovely and very helpful (going above and beyond). I would highly recommend this centre to anyone.
Written 15 May 2018
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Pippa H
2 contributions
Apr 2018 • Couples
I have never experienced VR and am not into gaming so I was surprised to enjoy this so much. We did the experience package and laughed and chatted through the microphone/headphones the whole way through. Will def be back for the thrillseeker!!
Written 29 April 2018
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Emma F
Ballarat, Australia3 contributions
Dec 2017 • Friends
Had a great time, good way to experience new technology and be introduced into the VR gaming world. Will definitely do again.
Written 17 December 2017
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Beckstar8
Canberra, Australia98 contributions
Oct 2017 • Family
My two kids and two nephews had a ball playing Rick and Morty here. As only four people could play at a time the staff allowed my sister and I to watch them play on the screens - it was hilarious. We could see what they were doing and what they were seeing.
Well worth the time and money my kids talked about it continuously for the next few hours.
Nice location upstairs inside the Brunswick street bookshop meant that we could look at the books when we arrived early.
Well worth the time and money my kids talked about it continuously for the next few hours.
Nice location upstairs inside the Brunswick street bookshop meant that we could look at the books when we arrived early.
Written 8 October 2017
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Crystal P
7 contributions
Sept 2017 • Friends
Went with 2 friends and had great fun, we had barely left the building before talking about going again. Some of the games felt a bit rushed but everyone had fun and really enjoyed the experience.
Written 13 September 2017
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Jubes2000
Mt Martha, Australia53 contributions
Sept 2017 • Family
Organised a surprise trip here for Father's Day- was awesome!!! Having not experienced VR before we did the variety pack and it was really brilliant for us all- parents and 12 & 13 year old. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for something a little bit different- way better than a trip to the movies and well priced for 45 mins of amazing VR. Great activity for gamers and non-gamers alike as you play individually in your own area but can chat to each other via headsets so share the experience. Thanks Georgia- we'll be back!!
Written 3 September 2017
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kclarew
Melbourne, Australia3 contributions
Aug 2017 • Family
Thank you Georgia for your good humour and patience - four teenage boys had a great time, as heard by everyone in the bookshop below! I would definitely recommend this experience - just a shame you can only fit four at a time. Hopefully as you grow in popularity, you might find more space, and we'll be back with a crowd next time.
Written 20 August 2017
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Scott M
Melbourne, Australia3 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
We booked for 4pm and made our way out in the team from the CBD for an hour of fun. I was amazed at the quality and value.
Star Wars, ocean fun, space pirates, and 3D art.
My 8 year old boy loved it, so did my wife!
Great value, well executed and SO MUCH FUN
Star Wars, ocean fun, space pirates, and 3D art.
My 8 year old boy loved it, so did my wife!
Great value, well executed and SO MUCH FUN
Written 15 July 2017
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Amelia H
Melbourne, Australia15 contributions
Jun 2017 • Friends
Me and two mates did the Variety Package - it was so much fun and a great first VR experience. The Variety Package lasted about 45 mins. You play approx 9 games, all about 5 mins each. We can't wait to go back.
Written 15 June 2017
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