Walking Around Inside the Experience
Free-roam VR lets players physically walk through a virtual world, often in groups. It feels very different from standing in one spot with a headset, and it needs a very different kind of planning.
The Main Planning Decisions
Whether the venue is a purpose-built arena or a flexible room, our VR development work starts with the same questions.
- Floor area — enough clear space for the group size, with a safe margin around the play zone
- Tracking method — headset-based tracking or camera systems around the room
- Computing — wireless streaming or backpack computers
- Floor surface — flat, non-slip and free of trip hazards
- Group size — how many players can safely share the space
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Safety and Supervision
Players cannot see the real room, so trained staff watching the space are essential. Soft boundaries, clear start and stop procedures and a way to pause the game quickly all matter. Check the headset maker's age and use guidance, and brief every group before they start.
Hygiene needs a routine as well, with wipeable face covers and cleaning between sessions.
Content and Business Reality
Pre-made games are fast to launch, while bespoke content gives a venue something nobody else has. Agencies and venue owners can discuss both routes with us through our partnership service, including how many sessions a day the space can realistically run.
