Virtual reality experience operator Sandbox VR opens its first location in Dublin, Ireland on Friday, March 21, 2025. The facility is lLocated on Nassau Street in the heart of Dublin city.

During a visit to Sandbox VR, groups of up to 6 players are immersed into an interactive virtual experience for 30 minutes. VR headsets, haptic vests and motion trackers transport players to futuristic worlds where every sight and sound, feeling and movement is experienced, just like in the real world. Body tracking technology allows players to interact within the space and each other, either on the same team or competing against each other in what the company describes as a social adventure.

Sandbox VR venues feature five VR arenas and nine gaming experiences for visitors to choose from, including surviving zombie apocalypses, embarking on sci-fi adventures, fantasy quests, and more. The exclusive virtual worlds created by Sandbox VR also include Squid Game Virtuals, made in partnership with Netflix, where customers are thrown into the world of Netflix’s most-watched show to compete in games including Red Light, Green Light.

After their experience, guests are invited to relax and watch footage of their game while having a drink served by Toni, Ireland’s first robotic bartender. Toni was created by Italian design company Makr Shakr and can serve up to 80 drinks per hour. Guests also have the option of a traditional bar featuring a range of beers, wines, cocktails and alcohol-free options.

The unique experience is completely powered by motion capture cameras and technology, and features games specially designed for the most social enjoyment.