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Single-player VR flight simulator with suspended harness motion platform. Players control flight through body movement. 2-minute gameplay, 76 sq ft footprint, 13.45 ft height clearance required. Manufactured by Frontgrid, UK.
ParadropVR Rize is a single-player VR flight simulator that puts the player in a paragliding harness suspended 13 feet in the air. Players wear a VR headset and use body movement to control their flight path through virtual environments. The experience runs 2 minutes of active gameplay with a 3-minute total cycle time including headset fitting and dismount.
The physical platform consists of a harness rig mounted on a motion base. Players lean left, right, forward, and back to steer. The system tracks body position and translates it into flight control. Spectators watch the player’s view on external monitors. The attraction requires an attendant to help players mount and dismount safely.
Frontgrid offers ParadropVR Rize on a subscription model with access to a rotating library of flight environments. Operators can also commission custom content showing aerial views of their own city or region. Scores post to an in-venue leaderboard and a mobile app that players can download to track their performance and compare with friends.
The unit measures 8.2 feet wide by 9.18 feet deep with a 13.45-foot height clearance requirement. Total footprint is 76 square feet. Minimum player height is 1.1 meters (approximately 3 feet 7 inches), which puts the lower age range around 8 to 10 years old depending on the child. The attraction launched in 2018 and is manufactured by Frontgrid in the United Kingdom.
ParadropVR Rize is designed for family entertainment centers, arcades, and other venues looking for a high-visibility attraction with short cycle times. The vertical format and suspended player create a spectacle that draws attention on the floor. The 2-minute game length allows operators to turn a high volume of players per hour. Average price per play is £5.50 but varies by market.
Frontgrid also manufactures ParadropVR Pod, a multiplayer seated version that supports up to 4 players and does not require an attendant. Operators choosing between the two should consider floor space, staffing, and whether they want a high-visibility centerpiece attraction (Rize) or a higher-throughput unattended unit (Pod).
| Manufacturer | Frontgrid, United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Footprint | 76 sq ft |
| Multiplayer | 1 Player |
| Average Game Length | 2 minutes |
| Total Experience Length | 3 minutes |
| Average Price per Play | £5.50 (varies globally) |
| Play Type | Single player |
| Ideal Player Profile | All ages |
| Target Age Group | 8–10 years and up (minimum height 1.1m) |
| Year Introduced | 2018 |
| Attendant Required | Yes |
| Height | 13.45 ft |
| Width | 8.2 ft |
| Depth | 9.18 ft |
| Spectator Experience | Monitors |
