Virtual reality returns to East Vancouver’s Kingsgate mall – Vancouver Is Awesome

Get your game on.

Virtual reality is back in business atVancouver's Kingsgate Mall.

Zero Latency VRhas resumed full capacity operation, following some pandemic-induced restrictionsthat began in the spring of 2020.

"It's obviously better from a business model point of view and we haven't been making money the past 15months but I think we're turning a corner," explains the company'sWinston Cabell.

Up to eight people are allowed toplay at one time. They can battle zombie villains or solve family-friendly puzzleswhile travelling through various virtualenvironments.

Billedas Western Canada's largest virtual reality arena, the space spans1,500 square feet. Participantsare untethered to avoid cables or wires andgames are equipped withalarms to alertanyoneof anyapproaching obstacles.

A total session can last up to 45 minutes.

The July13 relaunch included apremiere of Ubisoft'sFar Cry VR: Dive into Insanity.

"It's an unbelievable game;it's so much fun. We're super excited to be partnered with Ubisoft on this launch and we canshow the city what Far Cry VR is all about," says Cabell.

Zero Latency Vancouver adheres totheprovince'sStep 3 of the BC restart plan. All staff members wear masks unless fully vaccinated and players are encouraged to wear masks in the briefing room.

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