Zero Latency VR - Austin
Rating
Family of 4
$120-160 (typically $30-40/person; no food on-site)
Duration
1-1.5 hours
Best Ages
Best for ages 10 and up
About
Zero Latency VR in South Austin has something extremely rare in the entertainment world: a 5-star Google rating with over 1,000 reviews. That's not an accident — the free-roam virtual reality experience it offers is genuinely unlike anything else available in Austin.
Here's what makes it different from VR arcades with stationary headsets: players wear full VR backpack computers and headsets, then physically walk around a 2,000+ square foot arena. Your in-headset view shows a completely different world — a space station under attack, a zombie-filled city, an alien landscape — while your physical body moves through the real space. When you crouch behind cover in the game, you're actually crouching.
When you walk across a bridge in the game, you're walking across the floor of the arena. The brain-body feedback loop is what makes it feel unlike any other VR experience.
For teens and tweens who have played video games their whole lives, the first time in free-roam VR is a genuine jaw-drop moment. Parents who join in typically report the same reaction — it doesn't matter how tech-savvy you think you are.
Sessions are pre-booked and run on a schedule. The experience includes a 15-minute setup and orientation followed by a 30-45 minute game session. The minimum age is typically 10, though younger kids who meet height requirements may be accommodated — call to confirm.
Located at Southpark Meadows in South Austin, the surrounding area has plenty of dining options for before or after.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
No
Nursing / Changing
Not Available
Kid Meals
N/A
Setting
Indoor
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekday afternoons; book well in advance for weekend sessions
Wait Times
Sessions are pre-booked with fixed start times; arrive 15 min early for setup
Nearby Food
Located at Southpark Meadows in South Austin; large shopping center with many restaurant options including multiple fast-casual chains within walking distance.
Why Kids Love It
Zero Latency is free-roam VR at its best — players wear full VR headsets and walk around a real 2,000+ square foot arena while their in-headset view shows a completely different world. For teens and tweens, the experience of being physically inside a zombie apocalypse, space battle, or adventure game is mind-blowing in a way they haven't experienced before. The 5-star rating with 1,000+ reviews is extraordinarily rare and well-earned.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Minimum age is typically 10; minimum height may apply for headset fitting — confirm when booking
- Motion sickness is a concern for some first-timers; advise kids to tell staff if they feel dizzy
- Book online in advance — sessions fill up quickly especially on weekends
- The experience lasts about 30-45 minutes in the VR environment after a 15-minute setup/briefing
- Choose your game scenario carefully — some are more intense (zombie/horror themes); check descriptions for age-appropriateness
What to Bring
- Comfortable, closed-toe shoes
- Clothes you can move in
- No loose jewelry or accessories that could interfere with VR equipment
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
$120-160 (typically $30-40/person; no food on-site)
Tips to Save
- Book early in the week for weekday slots which are slightly less expensive.
- Groups of 6-8 get the full immersive experience and the per-person cost is fixed regardless.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 12-11:30PM
- Monday
- 2-10PM
- Sunday
- 12-10PM
- Tuesday
- 2-10PM
- Saturday
- 11AM-12AM
- Thursday
- 2-10PM
- Wednesday
- 2-10PM