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VAR BOX is a compact VR arcade cabinet for competitive gaming and esports. Four games, 1 to 8 players, 2 to 4 minute sessions. Built for arcades and family entertainment centers.
VAR BOX is a compact VR arcade cabinet built for competitive play and esports. Manufactured by VARLIVE and launched in 2022, it runs on a Pico Neo 3 headset and supports 1 to 8 players across four games: Blockade (zombie horde), Jurassic: New Era (dinosaur shooter), Double Tap (speed/accuracy challenge), and Overkill (4v4 arena shooter).
The system is designed for arcades and family entertainment centers that want competitive gaming with low operational overhead. Each play session runs 2 to 4 minutes at $2 to $3 per play. The cabinet requires about 10 square feet of floor space and does not require a dedicated attendant. Performance is tracked through the VAR BOX mobile app, which includes achievements, missions, and skins.
VAR BOX runs esports tournaments with a $100,000 annual prize pool. The company has over 100,000 registered players across 10 countries in Asia, where the platform has been operating since 2018. The system broadcasts gameplay via OBS to Twitch for spectator viewing.
VAR BOX is distributed in the USA by Creative Works. The company was founded by Steve Ngu, who previously created Darts Live, the world’s largest online-connected location-based darts system.
| Manufacturer | VARLIVE |
|---|---|
| Footprint | 10 sq ft |
| Multiplayer | 1 to 8 player |
| Average Game Length | 2-4 mins |
| Total Experience Length | 2-4 mins |
| Average Price per Play | $2-3 |
| Play Type | Co-Op, PvP |
| Ideal Player Profile | Gamer, Competitive |
| Target Age Group | Teens, Young adults and Adults |
| Motion Simulator | N/A |
| Environmental Effects | N/A |
| Year Introduced | 2022 |
| Attendant Required | No |
| Who Supports Product in USA | Creative Works |
| Spectator Experience | Broadcast via OBS to Twitch |
