BANDAI NAMCO Amusement has completed the latest UK installation of its popular Mario Kart VR, this time at NAMCO Funscape County Hall in London.
So far, the immersive multiplayer racing game has only been available in a limited number of venues but this latest location will offer it alongside an extensive selection of games and activities including bowling, pool, ping pong, shuffleboard and an escape room in its prime tourist destination on the South Bank.
For the first time, it is also now possible to book the experience online, up to a week in advance to jump the queues.
“This has been a particularly special project for us to have the opportunity to work alongside our sister company NAMCO UK,” said Matt Bradley, VR project manager for BANDAI NAMCO Amusement Europe. “With this as our second landmark Mario Kart VR location within London at NUK’s flagship store, it demonstrates the interest that the UK has for this world-class experience.
“The usual set-up has had a total overhaul inspired by BNAM’s latest incarnation Mazaria - its brand-new amusement facility in Toshima City, Japan, dedicated to VR, anime and games.”
Trevor Sutton, leisure equipment controller for NUK, said: “We are incredibly excited to be bringing Mario Kart VR to our iconic location. Mario Kart is an extremely popular IP, which we are proud to be showcasing here where visitors can expect a first-class service from our team. We also intend to extend our VR offering with more exciting titles planned.”
