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IN PHOTOS: Southeast Asia’s first Bandai Namco VR gaming facility in Manila

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IN PHOTOS: Southeast Asia’s first Bandai Namco VR gaming facility in Manila
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MANILA, Philippines – If the family or your friends are searching for your next weekend hangout spot, why not try a day of gaming in Southeast Asia’s first ever virtual reality gaming facility, produced by none other than gaming giant Bandai Namco? 

The Garage is City of Dreams Manila’s newest entertainment venture that features 3 immersive VR games from Bandai Namco, plus 10 crowd-favorite food and beverage restos via food trucks, all in one cool place.

THE BEST OF FOOD AND THE BEST OF ENTERTAINMENT. City of Dreams Manila's The Garage packs 10 food and beverage tenants and a VR game zone into one fun location. Photo courtesy of City of Dreams Manila

Perfect for all ages and foodies to enjoy, this attraction is the first of its kind in the Philippines, merging both the best of VR gaming recreation and dining into one contemporary concept. 

The Garage, aside from its fun ambiance, also boasts a large space at 2,714 square meters. It has a 563-seating capacity located at the upper ground floor, making for a spaciously comfortable leisure destination.

Its hip, cosmo-industrial design created by award-winning Paris-based creative design agency Malherbe Design and vibrant graffiti art by street artists Kookoo Ramos and DeeJae Paeste help to bring even more life to the already lively atmosphere.

DRINKS, ANYONE? The Garage embodies a modern industrial design, down to its bar, keeping the space contemporary and young. Photo courtesy of City of Dreams Manila

FROM THE STREET TO THE WALLS. Kookoo Ramos, a prominent street artist in the local graffiti art scene, shares his artistry with The Garage. Photo courtesy of City of Dreams Manila

 

Gamers, ready to play the day away? Lose yourself in the immersive world of virtual reality at The Garage’s VR Zone, provided by Bandia Namco Amusement, one of the world’s leading digital entertainment development companies from Japan.

This is their very first VR Zone facility in Southeast Asia.

 

GAME ON. BANDAI NAMCO Amusement Managers, Yukiharu Tamiya and Ryuichi Osada with City of Dreams Manila’s Chief Operating Officer Kevin Benning, officially launching the VR Zone together. Photo courtesy of City of Dreams Manila

“With Bandai Namco’s creativity and cutting-edge technology, we are honored and delighted to partner with them, and together blaze a trail in delivering extraordinary entertainment experiences that go beyond gaming and recreation in the Philippines,” Kevin Benning, City of Dreams Manila’s Chief Operating Officer said.

Games include Mario Kart Arcade GP VR, the popular multi-player racing game licensed under Nintendo.

CAN YOU MAKE IT TO THE FINISH LINE? The popular arcade game, Mario Kart, is given the immersive VR treatment. The exciting 3-minute race can be played with 3 other friends. Photo courtesy of City of Dreams Manila

 

Thrill-seekers can try their luck at the Hospital Escape Terror Game, a spine-tingling cross-over of the hit escape room group challenges and an immersive, first-person POV gaming experience. Players have 9 minutes to escape a cursed, abandoned hospital together. 

 

SCAREDY-CATS NOT ALLOWED. Horror lovers must try the Hospital Escape Terror VR game, open to thrill junkies aged 13 years old and above. Photo courtesy of City of Dreams Manila

 

The third game is the Ski-Rodeo, a steep downhill ski simulator that lets you zig and zag through exciting snowy slopes and drops alone or with a partner.

 

SKI YOU LATER! Feel like a legit pro on the Ski Rodeo, a heart-dropping gaming experience open to wannabe skiers with a height of 140cm and up. Photo courtesy of City of Dreams Manila  

Tickets for each game are available on-site. The single player ticket price is available at P450. Packages are available for those playing in groups or pairs – P800 for two persons playing Ski Rodeo, P1, 200 per person for three activities, and P1,600 for a group of four persons playing Hospital Escape Terror or Mario Kart GP VR.

Built up an appetite? Great, because The Garage’s wide variety of foodie choices couldn’t be any more convenient and drool-worthy. 

HUNGRY YET? The Garage's exciting food park will get all types of foodies ready to dig in and eat. Photo courtesy of City of Dreams Manila

 

The hungry will be pleased to find 10 different food and beverage trucks and trailers stationed at The Garage – there’s Hokkaido Ramen Santouka, Katsu Sora, Pink’s Hotdog, Little Flour, El Chupacabra, Pizza Grigliata, Farmacy, Chocol8, The Roaster and Juiced to choose from.

 

GET YOUR SUGAR DOSAGE FROM FARMACY. The vintage ice cream parlor has got your sweet fix covered with its range of homemade ice cream, milkshakes, and pastries. Photo courtesy of City of Dreams Manila

CRAVING FOR JAPANESE? Hokkaido Ramen Santouka offers not only bowls of the well-loved soup, but also filling sets of other deep-fried Japanese favorites. Photo courtesy of City of Dreams Manila

GASTRONOMICAL DELIGHTS GALORE. Have a sip of a refreshing Berries Smoothie from Juiced while gorging on the best-selling Sisig Rice of Little Flour. Photo courtesy of City of Dreams Manila

WANT A PIZZA THIS? Pizza Grigliata serves up only freshly-made, hand-crafted artisanal pizzas using thin dough and fresh ingredients. Photo courtesy of City of Dreams Manila

COFFEE, PLEASE. Caffeine junkies, take note of The Roaster, your go-to for locally-sourced gourmet coffee at The Garage. Photo courtesy of City of Dreams Manila

CARE FOR SOME TEA? Their bar offers City of Dream Manila’s signature Jasmine Red Iced Tea, as well as many other alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Photo courtesy of City of Dreams Manila

Zero waste advocates will be pleased to hear of The Garage’s eco-friendly efforts. Only biodegradable and compostable utensils, plates, and take-out bags are used by all tenants.

The Garage at City of Dreams Manila is officially open to the public starting Sunday, October 14. It is open daily from 10AM to 2 AM. – Rappler.com

Find the City of Dreams on Asean Avenue corner Roxas Boulevard, Entertainment City, Manila

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