Founded in 2017 by Eric and Steph, Game OVR began with a mission to make the magic of Virtual Reality (VR) accessible to everyone, not just those who could afford it. At the time, VR was still new and often too expensive, putting it out of reach for many. Eric and Steph set out to change that by creating a space where VR could be enjoyed by all.
Game OVR is built on three core principles:
What started as a two-person operation in St. Albert has grown into a thriving business. Today, Game OVR boasts a team of five passionate members who share the founders’ love for VR and dedication to these core values.
Game OVR offers much more than just VR gaming. They feature VR escape rooms, Free Roam VR, and field trips that showcase how VR is transforming industries around the world. Their mission is to help guests create unforgettable memories and turn dreams into reality.
A unique aspect of Game OVR is their ability to provide personalized experiences. From helping a father and daughter virtually visit the CN Tower to making a young girl’s dream of exploring the ocean come true,
Game OVR understands the power of VR in creating meaningful, lasting moments. They’ve even helped organize a VR marriage proposal!
Game OVR is also deeply committed to the local community. The company supports various causes, offering gift certificates for silent auctions, setting up mobile VR booths for fundraisers, and partnering with organizations like the Make-A-Wish Foundation to help fulfill life-changing wishes.
At Game OVR, VR is about much more than gaming—it’s about reimagining what’s possible.
Eric, Steph, and their team are grateful for the continued support of their community and look forward to many more years of helping people create memories and experience the future of VR.
"Eric and Steph Roberge, owners and founders of Game OVR, a VR arcade located just out of St. Albert, say VR provides a diverse technology that still isn’t super accessible to the public. Though VR has gone down in price (led by Facebook’s Oculus series and PlayStation VR), it is still quite novel.
“The biggest challenge for us when we got into the VR space five years ago, it was very, very new technology,” says Eric. “It wasn’t very mainstream. So, a lot of it was just getting across to people what it was, how it worked, setting their expectations. So that when they did book and come in, expectations met reality.”
However, VR provides different benefits that traditional arcades cannot match. From on-the-fly access to many interactive games to VR escape rooms, the possibilities of VR are endless.
“VR as a whole is going to only get bigger. There’s so many different applications for it, not just gaming. I would be very surprised to see it not explode and every single industry have something to do with virtual reality,” says Steph.
Though the future look and version of arcades are hazy, it is clear that they continue to stand the test of time due to their timelessness, technology, and social nature.
“There’s the social aspect of it. Video games have always been popular. Since they’ve existed, they’ve always been popular. It’s a fantasy. It’s an escape. I get to be somebody else in a different world,” explains Eric. “Being able to share that with other people is really exciting…. It (is) always a better experience when you’re playing with someone else than when you’re playing by yourself.”
“Those arcades play on that same feeling that you get, going and sharing this adventure together with other people.”
Great Graduates: Stephanie Roberge & Eric Roberge
Stephanie and Eric, both graduates of NAIT’s electrician program, are the founders of Game OVR, a virtual reality gaming company. Drawing on their technical skills, they've built a business offering immersive VR experiences that blend fun with innovation. Game OVR is known for its engaging VR adventures, bringing fresh, interactive entertainment to the community.
We were featured in the St Albert Gazette!
Game OVR, founded by NAIT graduates Stephanie and Eric Roberge, brings immersive virtual reality experiences to St. Albert. The business uses VR technology to offer unique, interactive adventures where players can fully engage with different virtual worlds. Game OVR stands out by letting players experience VR beyond traditional gaming, making it accessible for various ages and skill levels. The article discusses the history and potential of VR, and how Game OVR plays a role in introducing people to this technology and expanding VR’s applications in entertainment and education.
At Game OVR, we provide an extensive array of top-tier VR experiences suitable for all ages. Surprise your child with the ultimate birthday gift by immersing them in thrilling adventures! Whether it's battling hordes of zombies, embarking on virtual world tours with Google Earth, tackling challenging escape rooms, or engaging in virtual boxing with Creed, there's something for everyone at Game OVR.
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