Virtual PH is Metro Manila’s Indoor Theme Park of the Future
Nov 7, 2018 • Therese Aseoche
The future is VR.
Whether you agree to that or not, virtual reality entertainment is slowly taking Manila by storm and providing Filipinos a new, thrilling way to have fun. Those who have never tried VR gaming and would like an introduction to its possibilities can head on over to Virtual PH, the newest virtual reality theme park in the Metro.
Located in Ayala Malls Feliz along Marcos Highway, Pasig City, Virtual PH offers a diverse set of VR activities for anyone — seasoned gamer or not — to enjoy. The best part is that you don’t have to burn a hole in your pocket to experience this state-of-the-art playground to its fullest; one ride will just cost you at least PHP 120 per person!
Here are just some of the state-of-the-art games you can try at Virtual PH:
VR Karting
Via Virtual PH
Race against your friends in your own customized kart in an environment filled with obstacles. Use power-ups and weapons to get ahead of your opponents too!
1 player – PHP 200
2 players – PHP 400
VR Moto Racer
Via Virtual PH
If you’ve ever wanted to ride a motorcycle from Tron Legacy, Virtual PH’s VR Motor Racing can help you fulfill those dreams. Race against time and your opponents in a challenging racetrack, and take advantage of boosts to speed ahead.
1 player – PHP 200
VR Eagle Flight
Via roadtovr.com
Live out your fantasies of being Iron Man in this VR flight simulation which lets you experience flying across the sky and shooting down enemies with your built-in weapons. You can also choose other experiences in its library, including one where you are flying through the sky as a bird and one where you’re riding a thrilling rollercoaster.
1 player – PHP 200
Star Twin Seat
Via Virtual PH
Ride on your own or with someone at this VR ride which lets you experience almost everything: intense rollercoasters, flying through the air, shooting down bad guys, and more.
1 player – PHP 120
2 players – PHP 200
KAT WALK VR
Via Virtual PH
Featuring full VR equipment (a sturdy rig, sensors for the hands, waist, and feet, and a “gun”) and an Omni Directional Treadmill, the KAT WALK VR immerses you fully in your game. You can walk, crouch, run, and jump anywhere and anytime without you leaving your spot. Choose among first-person shooter, horror, and RPG games to experience this one-of-a-kind technology.
Open for one to four players
10 minutes – PHP 250
20 minutes – PHP 480
30 minutes – PHP 700
VR Escape Rooms
Via Virtual PH
Via roomescape.com
It’s time to step up your barkada game nights! Bring the squad over to Virtual PH and try out its three themed VR Escape Rooms: “Mind Horror” for the horror and mystery fans, “Cosmos” for the sci-fi enthusiasts, and “Alice in Wonderland” for the kids and kids at heart.
Open for three to six players
3 to 4 players – PHP 700 each
5 players – PHP 650 each
6 players – PHP 600 each
Fruit Ninja
Via Virtual PH
Virtual PH also has an area where you can just play virtual games while stationary, using two handheld controllers. They’re slowly building up their library, but one of the games you can play right now is Fruit Ninja!
Find yourself right inside this once-popular phone game, cutting up random flying fruit with your swords. Just be careful not to get too addicted!
Beat Saber
Via playstation.com
Another game is this Guitar Hero-esque game which went viral a few months back. Beat Saber is a VR rhythm game where you have to slash red and blue cubes with your light sabers to the beat of the music.
Virtual PH is located at 5/F, Ayala Malls Feliz, Marcos Highway, Pasig City. Visit facebook.com/VirtualPH, instagram.com/virtualph, and govirtual.ph for more information.
What are your thoughts about this super cool VR theme park? Sound off in the comments below!
