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1800 Airport Way
Fairbanks, Alaska 99701
Both of my boys participated in the summer camp, (age 8 & 11 yrs old) and had an amazing time! They came home sore and tired from all the exciting adventures they experienced in VR ???? Learning truly came to life, and the positive team-building escape rooms gave every participant a chance to be actively involved. What a fun and enriching experience. Thank you for offering this here in Fairbanks!!
Went there last weekend for my granddaughter?s birthday party. The kids had so much fun. I was impressed with the patience that the gentleman operating the facility showed towards the kids. The place was spotless, having to take your shoes off when you enter helps with that. There is an Arena that up to six kids can play a game together and four or five standalone headsets. There are some car racing consoles but we didn't pay for access to that. We had the use of a separate room with a table and chairs for
My son just had his 10th birthday party here yesterday and James made his event so special. He was extremely helpful with set up and making sure the kids were fair and always having fun. He was knowledgeable, kind and respectful and helpful with clean up after the party. He made sure I was doing okay during the party and even went out of his way to make us some coffee. My son and his friends had a blast and I cannot say enough good things about the event.
Took my son and his buddies there for his 8th birthday. Every kid had a blast! James was Knowledgable, patient, attentive, professional and polite. The place was clean, and well kept. I am so glad we tried it out, and I can't wait to go back just us adults and play! This is a business I'd really like to see stay here in Fairbanks. Please check them out!
Highly recommend place for a kids birthday party!!! James was great with the kids, getting them set up, making sure they all had time to play
Great place for a birthday party! Very clean facility with really nice equipment. Massive selection of games. James was very attentive and helpful throughout the session. The party room included water for each guest, forks, plates, plus they took care of clean up! Highly recommend.
Our experience was fantastic. The facility was clean, well organized, and had comfortable seating. Scheduling (including changing times and number of participants) was easy. Our group (ages 7-46) spent our time in the open arena and everyone had a great time! We will absolutely be back, and I encourage anyone considering to try it out!
Had our Daughter's birthday there this last Sunday, have no complaints Very friendly staff, and a welcoming atmosphere. Our kids and their friends had a load of fun, we were able to book the whole place out for just us which was nice to have the privacy. Before we got there, we quickly ran to the store to buy waters, plates, napkins, etc., but when we arrive those items were all included in the party room, including our subway platter we ordered, already ready for us. Made thing very easy for us and stress
What a great venue for my grandson?s birthday celebration. James was super attentive to the atmosphere for our group. The games were up to date releases and the equipment top notch. If you haven't been there you are missing out.
Was much more fun than I was expecting. A great and unique VR experience compared to VR at home. Definitely worth a try. The attendant (in this case James, he was great) was professional and patient. The place itself is nicely decorated and clean. Word of advice for a spectacular experience: listen to the attendant when they talk about making sure you see everything clearly in the headset. Makes a world a difference.
Had a fantastic VR(virtual reality)experience! We got to play 4 games for our session. Zombie shooting arena, fantasy ( think lord of the rings or DND) shooting arena, free for all pvp shooting arena, and our favorite which was the burger restaurant simulator! We had a group of 6 and the chaos we caused in the kitchen was hilarious. Also everyone yelling " yes chef!" Was great! This place is a great find, don't sleep on the fun you can have here. They also have sim racing rigs and flight sim rigs if that's
We had an amazing time celebrating a birthday at Arctic Sun Virtual Reality in Fairbanks, Alaska! From the moment we walked in, James made everything smooth and stress-free. The kids and adults alike had a blast experiencing the virtual reality games?it was a perfect blend of excitement for all ages. The atmosphere was fun, the staff was helpful, and the entire experience was unforgettable. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a unique and fun way to celebrate a special occasion!
I took my grandson and his friend and they had a great time. My questions and scheduling over the phone were handled professionally. James did a great job of explaining to the boys what to do and they have a comfortable place to sit and watch.
Arctic Sun VR is a blast! My son begs to go all the time and it's fun even for the adults. James was VERY helpful in making sure we were situated and with explaining things. One of the places that makes Fairbanks enjoyable. Very clean and plenty of games to play.
James helped us understand how the VR worked with great detail and provided recommendations based on our interests. The games were engaging, surrealistic, and extremely fun! Great experience here in the Fairbanks area and we would definitely do it again!
Update to my last review!! The amount of things added, since the last time we were here is absolutely amazing! The arena option was by far my favorite addition. It made it so my kids were able to play the same game at the same time working together with each other! It was more of a team experience, then a one on one virtual headset experience. Owen was fantastic at Explaining all the new stuff That was added since our last visit. As well as explaining to my kids, how to get the best bang for their buck! The
We were in town for a hockey tournament and saw this local business online. James was awesome showing us around his VR spot. Super clean and comfortable spot. Great spot for any groups headding to fairbanks. They can accommodate big groups and parties. The kids had a great time and we will stop in the next time we're in town.
Awesome place to host a birthday party. Also, they assist so much and it just makes the entire process enjoyable and smooth! Thank you!!
This was the perfect end of season party for our boys? hockey team. James did a great job keeping all 14 kids having fun and playing together. The adults had fun playing too.
Owen did a great job handling all of the kids in our party. He was very patient and efficient and communicated with me, the parent, very well. He and I made a plan to get out of the party area by a certain time, and then I was offended that another employee rudely barked at us that we needed to get out. Despite that one poor spot of customer service we were impressed with the facility and will return in the future. It is clean, well designed, and a great place to play and have parties.
Great spot for some entertainment. Staff was super helpful and patient, and very knowledgeable about their services and products. The set up was well laid out. The kids loved it. I thought it was reasonably priced as well
Had my son?s 10th birthday at Arctic Sun VR and it was a hit! The boys loved playing the VR and the Nintendo switch during the 2 hour block. Great option for a birthday party!
My 3 boys and I had a great time today. This was our first time here. Owen gave us the full run down on how to operate the devices and he made it a great experience. If you have some time on your hands or it's a rainy day I'd highly recommend checking this place out.
The kids had a blast! We went for my sons birthday and he already wants to go back! The atmosphere is relaxing, they have comfortable couches to just sit and watch. Definitely going back! The young man that help the kids was amazing, so thoughtful and very responsive to the kids needs! I got the punch card and he was great explaining everything. I wish I got his name and the young girl trainee was so nice and had great customer service skills. 2/25/23 3pm
They have free-roam arena and coop VR experiences! Here you can play and experience VR, racing games and flights sims with friends and family! For VR, you might think that your multiple (if you have multiple) VR headsets at home are good enough for coop but you likely don't have enough space for a free-roam experience. Free-roam coop arena experiences are a total game changer. James is very chill and will let you test the waters if you are on the fence. In the back, they have racing setups and even fl
We've been here twice now. The kids love it. It's clean and the staff are friendly. It can be a little pricey but for an occasional treat it's ok. They've got nice chairs for us old folks to relax in while waiting on the kids lol.
Fantastic host, he will walk you through all the options and games available. Definitely recommend the arena games with a group of friends.
This place is awesome! James is so nice and helpful and their new VR mat is a completely unique experience. I noticed how attentive he was to the kids too, making sure not to stop the game if they just started something or were trying something new in the game even when their time was up. We drove 5 hours to go here and he gave my son extra time when he heard that. Amazing owner and clean, working, unique equipment with a large variety of games. Would definitely recommend for adults and children!
I have had dates, play dates, birthday parties, mom/son dates here. This place is so much fun. Clean, professional, and super awesome place to go and have fun!! Looking forward to go again with a group to do the Hero Zone VR to shoot some zombies.
I took my Composition and Media Analysis class to explore virtual reality as a field trip. It was a blast! The students got on the four-player floor, and individual games and the racing simulator! It was all fun! The Subway platter was perfect! Ben was super helpful and patient and kind to the students! It was an excellent trip. I highly recommend it.
This is a great place to have a kids birthday party. Adults have fun here also. Try playing tilt brush after visiting GoodSinse.
My wife and I are up here for our anniversary and decided to give VR a try. It was A BLAST! The free roam games were amazing! Definitely worth the money! We will be coming back when we travel back to Fairbanks for sure! Thank you James for the fun experience!
I am always impressed when we go to Arctic Sun VR! I took my three boys today (5, 7, 9) and the owner and his employee were so kind and calm explaining everything.They always are! When my kids got frustrated they helped them right away. It is such a nice place to go to in Fairbanks.
Ben over at Arctic Sun was awesome! He explained very well, especially since we had my 6 yr old playing with us. It was a great time.
Great place, super friendly helpful staff. My son and I went in on Sunday, and this was our first time doing the VR experience. They helped us get set up, showed us how to use the controls and checked in periodically to make sure we weren't struggling to use the system. Very fun. Even more fun and immersive than expected. Definitely recommend, and we're definitely heading back soon!
Amazing time just a bit pricey and the games could be better but the ability to move is so cool
Our church rented the space for youthgroup. It was so much fun! It's very clean and the owner is such a nice guy. He is so patient and helpful to everyone there. We plan on going back for another night of fun! Highly recommend.
My son Trux had the best time Owen was phenomenal at explaining everything to him and myself. We came up on a vacation from kenai and this place was a perfect rainy day for our son who loves VR. atmosphere is perfect facility is clean and family friendly. I wish we had one in our town!!!
Had my son's 10th birthday here and it was fantastic! Worth it to get the car simulator, the boys loved it! Party room was clean and everyone had a great time!
This business is wonderful. We have had two years of birthday parties for our kids here and I have to give the owner and crew a shoutout. They have thought of so many things that made the experience great. The party room with a switch for kids who aren't in VR, the considerate way they educate the kids on how to use the system, the lighting, the seating, etc.. Everyone walked away with a smile on their face, parents included. The VR experience is phenomenal, but the real magic is in the way the staff facil
This was an awesome experience! I was worried because I get motion sickness. There are two types of VR and our family participated in the more interactive VR. When you move in reality, you move in VR as well, so I didn't get motion sickness. The owner was very helpful and friendly. I had a teenage son who didn't want to participate and once convinced, he had a blast too!
A great place for our family of five! We had two hours of laughs and great help from the staff.
Super fun. Took my wife for date night and we had a blast playing loco dojo and elven assassin. Highly recommend for couples looking to something fun in Fairbanks. Looking forwards to trying escape room Thursdays. James was an awesome host setting us up and recommending games for us to play together.
We had our daughters birthday party here and it was the best experience! The staff was so helpful and attentive. Owen was the main guy on staff helping our party and his customer service was top tier. Always coming around to check on everything and making sure the kids were set up at their stations correctly. Everyone at Arctic Sun VR helped make our daughters birthday a successful one that she will remember for years to come. 10/10 I highly recommend this place!
Great indoor activity. Always hard to plan BD parties in the winter. Management very polite and professional. We look forward to coming back again and bringing more kids.
We booked our 12 year olds birthday party at Arctic VR and are very pleased with the experience. I was a little nervous about the number of kids and about being a newbie to VR. James made everything easy and walked us through everything from beginning to end, ensuring a fun time had by all and my sanity intact at the end. He provided water for everyone and had all of the random provisions we needed to make the most of our party space. There is plenty of comfy places to relax while the kids go crazy which is
My boyfriend and I decided to take our kiddos to Arctic Sun VR and we had a blast! Gabe was so awesome. He was very kind and very helpful. Gabe was very knowledgeable and ready for all of my questions. (I'm a newbie and haven't tried VR until this evening). We will definitely be returning with our kids and are already planning a double date with some friends. This was truly an amazing and fun experience. 10/10 highly recommend!!
Awesome time had by all. James and the staff were more than accommodating to set our group up. We had a last minute change and added more people. He was quick to help us out and make it a good experience. As a Youth small group leader we had been searching for some exciting fun. This was the place. We had 5 on each group and took turns in the arena fun zone. Our high schoolers had a blast and couldn't stop talking about what a laugh it was trying to get all of us making hamburgers at a VR diner. We
Owen was awesome with my neice, helped her figure everything out so she had the best time. Definatly recommended.
Always friendly staff. Fun event for the ribbon cutting event. My kids love the variety and really liked the haptic best.
My son and I had the best time! We upgraded to the haptic vests and that made it extra fun!
Great place to go on a cold day! We took the kids on a Saturday and didn't think to make reservations. It was full when we got there, but they were able to accommodate our group. We used the seared systems, which honestly worked well for the younger kids. James was super helpful the entire time, and was welcoming to the kids and easy to ask questions of. All and all the kids had a blast. We'll definitely be returning. Also looking forward to the summer when they run STEM camps.
James was fantastic! So patient with the kids and made it a great experience. Can't wait to come back!
We had a wonderful experience at Arctic Sun VR- as a small group of friends we participated in an escape room experience and loved it! It was immersive, fun, and completely different than anything I have done before. The staff on-site was friendly, patient and kind. We will definitely be back :)
I'm changing my review: 5 stars The VR escape room program wasn't working right and we realized later when we were all talking that there was something not working right. We'd spent the whole time walking around the first room confused that nothing was working. The employee there was trying hard to make sure that everything was good but it must?ve been a rare, bad day. I've never heard anything negative about Arctic Sun VR or had that experience the last time I was there. After that rough experience, we lef
Took my son and his buddies to Arctic VR for his 10th birthday and, wow, what a cool spot! The VR games were a total hit, and the vibe was on point. Owen was super helpful, making sure everything went smoothly just by himself. Big thanks to Arctic VR and Owen for making the day a blast! Next time we have to plan something for the adults.
Fun to play with a group. Very friendly and fantastic service.
This was my first time doing a birthday party here and I must say the staff were beyond amazing! My son and his friends had a great time and can't wait to go back again. I really appreciated how helpful the staff were and how well their customer service skills are. You don't come across that too often these days, so it was nice. I also was pleasantly surprised by the addition on the side that had the race car simulators. I didn't even know that was a part of the birthday package, but it was very fun!!
Awesome time!! Came here for a team building afternoon and had a blast!!
Gabe was great at answering all our questions and did an excellent job with the kids. They all can't wait to go play again. Thanks Gabe for everything you did! The rest of the staff was good also very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. Thanks again! We will definitely be a repeat customer.
Had a fantastic time with the whole family here. 10/10 recommend!
Arctic Sun is a really great place for VR. The employees are so accommodating and helpful. I've taken my kids a handful of times (11 & 8) and we've never once felt like they shouldn't be there. There's a plethora of games available for all ages and experiences. My kids and I enjoy teaming up on this archery game and shooting ogres & elves. They are very informative and are happy to answer any questions. 10/10 would recommend. Also very clean and a good vibe.
I went here with my company yesterday and we had so much fun. Eric was extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and overall awesome! I highly recommend this place. Extremely clean, too.
James Pollock the owner was super accommodating to our large group of students. He explained how things worked and helped out as needed. I would highly recommend this fpr parties or solo trips!
I had a absolute blast. I would definitely recommend. Prices are more than fair for the variety of fun provided, and it's very much family friendly. They also have a killer rewards program. I wish I would have known about this place way sooner. 10/10. You won't be disappointed!
My daughter had a blast during the summer camp they held here! Eric, Ben and Brett were so helpful and patient! It's so clean and I love the atmosphere here! My daughter came home talking about the Circulatory Blood system, the next day she was mentioning about the Solar System. Lunch was provided and there were snacks as well. We can't wait for our next visit!
Had a great time! We had two kids with us and Owen and Alexus where very patient and helpful as our non gamer family figured this out with there help. There were lot of laughs and the kids are ready to go back after leaving. Highly recommend this to others that might be apprehensive or not big gamers to do at least once. Very professional and good briefing!
Our family rented the downstairs seated VR/Switch rooms for a private party and everyone (adults, teens, & little kids) had the best time! The only thing we would have done different was reserve it for more than 2 hours because it was so much fun! The staff was incredibly accommodating, the space was perfect, and we could not have asked for a better experience. We can't wait for our next visit!
We celebrated my daughter's 12th birthday here at Arctic Sun VR and it was a very wonderful experience. The worker there was so kind and helpful. The kids all enjoyed themselves. We is so patient when working with the kids. We were cleaning up after ourselves and he had asked us to stop and he told us that was part of the reservation, I've never been anywhere else that provided that kind of service. I highly recommend Arctic Sun VR for a good time and excellent service.
We hosted my daughter?s birthday party at Arctic Sun VR. For most of the girls, it was their first time playing. Gabe was super professional and helpful with getting them set up and showing them how to use the games. He was attentive and at our disposal for questions. Overall, the experience was quite wonderful. The facility was clean, party room comfortable. They even had some back up supplies when we forgot some! We will be back!
My 10 and 12 year old had a blast and I had fun too. The guy running it was super nice. We played kraken and pirate game.
Great experience with a group! Had fun teambuilding!
We had an awesome experience here for my son?s birthday. The staff were super friendly and patient. They did a nice job of making sure everything was clean and sanitary. There were over a 100 games for the kids to choose from. Everyone had a blast for the whole time we were there. We will definitely be going back.
Ben and Gabe were fantastic. My son participated in the week long education camp that they host. They were great with the kids and were helpful with any questions or concerns I had. My son says they were great to help when he had issues with his game. He can't wait to go back.
Easy to book online. They accommodated our group expanding from 4 to 6. It was the first VR experience for most of us and the tutorial was super helpful. We did an Escape Room. With a few perfectly timed hints by Gabe, the helpful attendant, we made it through in the nick of time! Great small group activity. I will definitely return.
This was a great experience for my daughter and her friends. They had a lot of fun playing some games by themselves as well as together. One of her friends was brand new to VR and the introduction video did a great job outlining some of the basics in a very simple way. The welcome and safety video was also very funny and relatable for the kids. Lastly, I was impressed with the customer service, the owner was there that day and he quickly jumped in to help any time the kids had issues. Everyone also got
Great! Took 6 teen boys, did the Race Sims. They had a blast. The staff was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about all aspects of the equipment and programs. The place was extremely clean and social distancing protocol was adhered to. Excellent value, great fun. We will be doing it again soon.
Plenty of games to choose from! Upgrading the gear is beyond awesome! Great place to get out of the cold and spend a couple hours. I went by myself and it was fun. Next time I'm definitely bringing friends to do party games! Owner is a super cool dude!
Great fun, The equipment is all top notch, come in from the cold and have some virtual reality fun. They also have racing simulator stations. Customer service was excellent. You know you're in the right place when the staff are passionate about their product.
I took my two kids (6&7) with me for their first time. They loved it! Eric was super helpful and even assisted my kids enabling me to play on my own (bonus). Great experience, great atmosphere, and even better employees. If you're debating trying this out, definitely give it a-go!
I took my son there for something different to do and now the whole family is going. It's a really cool experience and while not cheap, definitely worth the price. Update: took both daughter and son a couple months ago, and daughter and her friend tonight to shoot orcs and zombies. Again, had a great time and we loved the new wireless system, even though it can be a headache for the staff- we love it! Awesome place to kill a couple hours! Can't wait till the 3rd racing chair is active- we'll be back for
James was an exceptional host! He was very informative and kind. The place was very clean, had water, and wet wipes if you got sweaty! Very nice area and fantastic customer service!! 10/10 recommend!!!
James Pollock, the owner of Arctic Sun VR, is an amazing person to deal with. He helped us with doing a fundraiser for the Lathrop High School Band trip to NYC in April 2024. He went above and beyond in helping us put it together and we were very pleased with the result! We look forward to working with him in the future! He cares about the Fairbanks community!
Arctic Sun VR hosted my son?s birthday party and it was fantastic! Truly a great experience. Erik and Ben were very attentive and helped answer many questions whenever they popped up. We had about 10 kiddos playing games and another 10 parents watching. The staff was courteous and knowledgeable! We recommend Arctic Sun VR for your birthday party or just for something fun to do!
My family & i went (5 of us) for the first time & we really didn't know what to do or expect & everyone was so patient & understanding. & with my parents being here from Anchorage they were very informative on the whole experience. We also met the owner & he's an awesome guy! Super nice & even stayed around to talk to us after we finished playing. He definitely put a lot of thought & effort into this place & it shows. We did the Sanctum escape room & only completed 66% of it but it was soooo fun lol & they
Went here for the first time the other day. There were 4 of us and we each had our own station. We played a few multi player games which were SO fun since we were playing as a team. The guys working were super helpful and patient with us first timers. They explained how to use the equipment and the different controller options in each game we played. Bonus, they offer a military discount. Will definitely be going back to play again!
Absolutely amazing staff and owner!! Extremely helpful getting everyone up to speed when it comes to VR games. I couldn't recommend Arctic Sun VR enough! Very patient with kids and you can tell they love what they do. They set the Gold standard when it comes to customer service!! I will be taking the kiddos there again without a doubt!! Thank you for such an amazing opportunity to play VR games in Fairbanks Ak. Definitely 10 out of 5 stars!!
Me and my wife had a fun time on our first date night in months. Arctic Sun VR was clean, the staff was friendly, and it has a huge selection of fun games to choose from. We chose the premium session because neither me or her has experienced VR before. But Arctic Sun also hosts VR escape rooms, and VR racing. We will definitely be returning soon.
It’s a mix of nostalgia and high-energy fun! Many arcades blend retro classics like Pac-Man and pinball with modern VR games, racing simulators, and rhythm challenges — often with music, lights, and a social vibe.
Both can be great! Solo visits let you focus on your favorite games, while going with friends adds competition, teamwork, and laughs. Many people plan arcade meetups as a casual hangout or even date spot.
Usually just yourself and a way to pay (some arcades still use coins, others use cards or apps). If you're competitive, bring your A-game. If you're social, bring friends or meet new ones over multiplayer games.
Weekdays or early afternoons are usually less crowded — perfect for focused play. Evenings and weekends bring the buzz, especially at barcades or venues with DJs, tournaments, or themed nights.
Absolutely! Arcades attract a mix of casual players and serious gamers. Whether you're jumping into a four-player co-op or chatting between rounds, it's a fun, low-pressure way to connect over shared interests.
Not at all. While many arcades are family-friendly, there are also adult-oriented ones with full bars, 18+ nights, or vintage nostalgia themes. Arcades today cater to everyone — from first-timers to lifelong gamers.
Yes! Many arcades host regular competitions, retro nights, cosplay parties, and more. Whether you're into high scores or just want to watch and vibe, events add an extra layer to the experience.
No worries — arcades are about having fun, not being perfect. Try a variety of games, ask others for tips, and remember: the vibe is more “let’s play” than “let’s win.”
Yes, virtual reality (VR) games in arcades are a top attraction in 2025! Titles like Beat Saber and Half-Life: Alyx deliver immersive thrills with cutting-edge headsets, motion tracking, and responsive controllers. High-resolution displays and spatial audio create heart-pounding experiences, from slashing rhythms to battling zombies. Arcades feature multiplayer VR zones and tournaments, fostering lively communities. VR booths are regularly packed, proving their captivating, next-level gameplay makes them a must-try arcade experience.