NextReality is a VR Arcade that specializes in multiplayer, free-roam and arena-scale VR experiences
We are the only VR Arcade in Michiana and the only one in Indiana to be registered with an A+ rating with the BBB! We are the only VR Arcade in Indiana to offer military-grade Haptic Feedback Vests, VR Laser Tag, multiplayer free-roam, arena-scale VR, and multi-player free-roam Escape Games!
We have 40 free-roam, multi-player VR offerings from multiple laser tag maps, cooking games, escape games and zombies to archery, espionage, time travel and educational experiences, just to name a few.
We are 1 of 3 locations in the U.S. to offer Switzerland's Virtual Ar ena, a cutting-edge VR gaming platform.
In addition to VR, we offer video and arcade gaming with 6k+ titles, PC gaming, and Board Gaming. We are also a Beta Testing facility for Free Roam VR Games as well as Table-top Gaming and because of this, we often get access to games before other facilities and before they hit the market! At NextReality, it is not just gaming, it is an experience! Check us out today for some UNREAL FUN!
Keywords: virtual reality, laser tag, escape rooms, escape games, free roam vr, Meta Quest, arcade, video games, pc gaming, board gaming, karaoke, birthdays, family fun, corporate events, team building, mobile VR parties, fundraising.
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
We have been in business since 2019. We ran as a Mobile VRCade for the first 2 years, and have been running our brick and mortar location for 3 years this July. We do also still go mobile for special events.
What is your primary product or service?
We offer VR gaming and immersive technologies. We have military-grade Haptic Feedback Vests, VR Laser Tag, multiplayer free-roam, arena-scale VR, and multi-player free-roam Escape Games..In addition to VR, we offer video and arcade gaming with 6k+ titles, PC gaming, and Board Gaming. We offer karaoke, gaming tournaments, fundraisers, corporate events, team building events, birthday parties and other special events and VR Baseball Training,
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
I was first introduced to VR and AR technologies in the 90's. I have always had a love for technology and I enjoy learning about and developing immersive technologies for gaming. 10 years ago, I started NextReality Studios to be a tech company focusing on web development, and IT services. It has since grown to include Digital Marketing services, and now arcade and VR gaming entertainment.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We are the only VR Arcade in Michiana and the only one in Indiana to be registered with the BBB and have an A+ rating! We are the only VR Arcade in Indiana to offer military-grade Haptic Feedback Vests, VR Laser Tag, multiplayer free-roam, arena-scale VR, and multi-player free-roam Escape Games! We have 40 free-roam, multi-player VR offerings from multiple laser tag maps, cooking games, escape games and zombies to archery, espionage, time travel and educational experiences, just to name a few. We are 1 of 3 locations in the U.S. to offer Switzerland's Virtual Ar ena, a cutting-edge VR gaming platform. In addition to VR, we offer video and arcade gaming with 6k+ titles, PC gaming, and Board Gaming. We are also a Beta Testing facility for Free Roam VR Games as well as Table-top Gaming and because of this, we often get access to games before other facilities and before they hit the market! We also provide VR for dementia and alzheimer's research, and other health and wellness programs. We also provide VR Baseball Training through WIN Reality.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
We currently have 1 location and do have ambitions to expand. We currently have outgrown the facility we are in and would love to move into a larger space, that would allow us to expand our VR arena for larger event play, but also to be able to provide other family entertainment attractions such as tech-driven mini golf platform, or AR mini bowling. We would also like to open up additional facilites across the midwest.
Provide detailed directions to your location
From Downtown South Main St, Elkhart, IN 46516
Head south on S Main St toward Division St
Pass by KFC (on the right in 2.1 mi)
4.2 mi
Continue onto US-33 S
4.3 mi
Turn left onto Bashor Rd
0.2 mi
Bashor Rd turns slightly right and becomes Chicago Ave
Destination will be on the right
0.3 mi
NextReality VRCade & Innovation Center
1100 Chicago Ave Ste #25, Goshen, IN 46528
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, Credit/Debit Card, Paypal, Apple Pay
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Damon Miles - Owner, Crystal Miles - Co-owner and Erik Evans - Board Gaming Event Coordinator and employee.
What are your hours of operation?
Monday -CLOSED
Tuesday - Bookings Only
Wednesday - 6pm-10pm
Thursday - 6pm-10pm
Friday - 6pm -midnight
Saturday - 2pm-midnight
Sunday - 2pm-10pm
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
The best compliment someone could give me, besides being kind or compassionate, would be that I can be depended on, and that when things afe going well, it's because I aqm on the job... that I get done what I set out to do.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
Favorite Quote:
I went to the woods because I wanted to live deliberately,
I wanted to suck out all the marrow of life,
To put to rout all that was not life
and not when I had come to die, discover I had not lived. - Henry David Thoreau
One of my favorite Bible verses:
Psalm 37:23-24
The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way. Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the Lord upholdeth him with his hand.