You cannot build a quality guest experience if the premises do not meet the basic technical requirements from the start, so the property is one of the most important factors affecting the potential revenue of a VR arena.
In this article we have gathered the main recommendations on what to look at when choosing premises for a virtual reality arena.
THE MAIN TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING PREMISES?
Transport access matters a lot
The infrastructure around the venue should be developed
Give preference to premises next to shopping and entertainment centres, schools, universities and other places where your target audience gathers.
Our team will help you find and analyse suitable premises in your city.
The right shape of the premises
It means more freedom of movement for players and, for you, the chance to build sensible level design in the game. The ideal proportion is a square, with length and width of at least 10 metres each.
Ventilation and air conditioning
A VR arena is active leisure. If the air is stuffy, guests and staff will be uncomfortable, so the best option is several air conditioners in the space (especially in the play zones) plus a ventilation system.
Floors and walls
The floors must be even — with no bends or deformation. A finished floor screed is one of the best options for you. There should be no reflective surfaces on the walls near the floor.
Lighting
It is important that no direct sunlight reaches the virtual reality club — it makes the tracking of VR headsets work incorrectly. So panoramic glazing and large windows are not the best option.
Sound insulation
Optional, but definitely worth attention if you rent premises in a residential building or an office centre. A VR arena is loud. People shout, laugh, play music, talk. Sound travels through walls and floors. What helps: sound-absorbing panels on the walls, so that you do not disturb the neighbours.
Ceiling height
Being in a space with low ceilings is not very comfortable. We therefore advise choosing premises with ceilings of at least three metres. Very high ceilings (15+ metres, for example) are not worth considering either, as they increase the investment in the fit-out.
WHICH PREMISES ARE BETTER AVOIDED?
RECOMMENDATIONS
When talking to the landlord, always ask for the floor plan (in AutoCAD, ArchiCAD or PDF). If there is no plan, find a specialist who will take measurements and draw it up.
You should also take photos and video of the premises so that our specialists can assess their condition.
If you have doubts and are not sure you have chosen the right space for a future VR arena, you can always consult our specialists and they will help you decide.
To assess potential venues we have developed a special checklist that helps our franchisees analyse premises quickly.
In this article we have gathered the main recommendations on what to look at when choosing premises for a virtual reality arena.
THE MAIN TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Required area: from 150 to 1,000 m²
- Ceiling height: from 3 to 10 metres
- Lighting: no direct sunlight
- Allocated power: 6–15 kW (depending on the format)
- Fast internet: from 30+ Mbit/s
WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING PREMISES?
Transport access matters a lot
- It is better to choose central districts; landmarks nearby are an advantage.
- Convenient car parking next to the venue is a must when opening a VR arena
- Public transport stops (especially metro stations) are an extra advantage.
The infrastructure around the venue should be developed
Give preference to premises next to shopping and entertainment centres, schools, universities and other places where your target audience gathers.
Our team will help you find and analyse suitable premises in your city.
The right shape of the premises
It means more freedom of movement for players and, for you, the chance to build sensible level design in the game. The ideal proportion is a square, with length and width of at least 10 metres each.
Ventilation and air conditioning
A VR arena is active leisure. If the air is stuffy, guests and staff will be uncomfortable, so the best option is several air conditioners in the space (especially in the play zones) plus a ventilation system.
Floors and walls
The floors must be even — with no bends or deformation. A finished floor screed is one of the best options for you. There should be no reflective surfaces on the walls near the floor.
Lighting
It is important that no direct sunlight reaches the virtual reality club — it makes the tracking of VR headsets work incorrectly. So panoramic glazing and large windows are not the best option.
Sound insulation
Optional, but definitely worth attention if you rent premises in a residential building or an office centre. A VR arena is loud. People shout, laugh, play music, talk. Sound travels through walls and floors. What helps: sound-absorbing panels on the walls, so that you do not disturb the neighbours.
Ceiling height
Being in a space with low ceilings is not very comfortable. We therefore advise choosing premises with ceilings of at least three metres. Very high ceilings (15+ metres, for example) are not worth considering either, as they increase the investment in the fit-out.
WHICH PREMISES ARE BETTER AVOIDED?
- Basements with poor ventilation
- Premises with large panoramic windows
- Premises with a complex shape (narrow and angular)
- Premises with low ceilings and many columns
- Venues with no parking or with difficult access
RECOMMENDATIONS
When talking to the landlord, always ask for the floor plan (in AutoCAD, ArchiCAD or PDF). If there is no plan, find a specialist who will take measurements and draw it up.
You should also take photos and video of the premises so that our specialists can assess their condition.
If you have doubts and are not sure you have chosen the right space for a future VR arena, you can always consult our specialists and they will help you decide.
To assess potential venues we have developed a special checklist that helps our franchisees analyse premises quickly.
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OUR CONTACTS
on opening a WARPOINT VR arena
YULIA MAYER
Head of development
Phone: 8 800 550 16 91
WA/Telegram: +7 (922) 033-88-99
E-mail: sale@warpoint.ru
Website: franchise.warpoint.ru
on opening a WARPOINT VR arena
YULIA MAYER
Head of development
Phone: 8 800 550 16 91
WA/Telegram: +7 (922) 033-88-99
E-mail: sale@warpoint.ru
Website: franchise.warpoint.ru
