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Zero Latency VR - Austin

Rating

5.0(1,028)

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

Infants (0-1)Toddlers (1-3)Little Kids (4-6)Big Kids (7-9)Tweens (10-12)Teens (13-17)

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

Contact

9900 I-35 Ste M500 Suite 2, Austin, TX 78748

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