"The Repository" VR House

[amityboattours]

I thought I understood there would be a vest so no wire

Ah, that's really good info to know, thanks!

 

[jadaada]

It mentions that it is not meant for people who wear eyeglasses. Anyone know how restricting this is? My husband has thin wire frames but pretty thick lenses. Just wondering if anyone has had any experiences with VR headsets and this issue.

 

[Zombie-C]

I've used two different VR headsets before. My glasses are thin frame as well. One was ok but a little tight. The PlayStation VR was comfortable to use. I did ask on the phone. That if I wasn't able to wear the headset with my glasses. I was told no refund. Which I do understand but there should be a pre-test to figure out if it's right for you before spending the money.

 

[SeanPhilly]

Got my tickets today. They were a bit disorganized (two different lines I had to call, one to pay and the other to reserve) but it is the first open day ... .

I also wear glasses so am curious/concerned. I figured worse case I can take them off. My vision is only slightly poor. But I was surprised that glasses are an issue. Wasn't expecting that.

One of the guys who helped me with the sale said he has coworkers who previewed it. And he said they said it was terrific. For what it's worth.

 

[bob albert]

Got my tickets today. They were a bit disorganized (two different lines I had to call, one to pay and the other to reserve) but it is the first open day ... .

I also wear glasses so am curious/concerned. I figured worse case I can take them off. My vision is only slightly poor. But I was surprised that glasses are an issue. Wasn't expecting that.

One of the guys who helped me with the sale said he has coworkers who previewed it. And he said they said it was terrific. For what it's worth.

Some headsets will fit glasses inside to a point. Gear vr at least has a focus knob and vive is fine if you are near sighted for the most part. It is very possible that this attraction will look fine for people with glasses.

 

[NJBrandon]

Where is this going to be located?

 

[ThemeParks4Life]

Where is this going to be located?

Leftover space of AHS which is either in SS19 or SS21.

 

[amityboattours]

Hhhmm, so even though I booked this and had my reservation times e-mail to me nearly 2 weeks ago, I've just received the following e-mail from Universal;

"Hello **************,


Thank you for choosing Universal Park Resorts and Vacations!


We see you purchased The Repository Virtual Reality Experience for a party of 2 and we would like to confirm what day you were visiting Halloween Horror Nights. Also, we would like to confirm what day and reservation time you would like to take part in The Repository Experience.


To ensure the reservation is confirmed for the right day, please respond to this email to provide the information requested above."

Just wanted to give an FYI to others to keep an eye on your inbox.

 

[JunoSynth]

Just ordered mine and he was able to take my day/time on the same call. I'll make sure to keep a eye out for any future emails.

 

[bob albert]

I wonder if they will have some sort of soft open/testing before it opens officially. I volunteer.

 

[GadgetGuru]

Probably no soft open. This isn't like a ride, where you need a ton of time + people to give this proper testing. Probably just friends + family of UC doing small scale tests.

 

[s8film40]

Yeah any kind of soft opening or testing would have to be something that's not publicly available. Otherwise they'll just understandably upset people who paid for this.

 

[quinnmac000]

30 minutes long

10 minutes exploring
10 minutes VR
10 minute live action finale (escape room)
65 to 80 people can go through the experience per hour
4 people at a time each will be given a role. I didn't see this anywhere in this tread so I thought I would add

 

[Skipper Justin]

They said it could take up to 90 mins.

 

[quinnmac000]

They said it could take up to 90 mins.

There was an article that spelled out the entire attraction released today that said 30 minutes...warning some relatively large spoilers.
The Repository is Universal theme park’s first VR attraction for Halloween Horror Nights | Digital Trends

 

[Parkscope Joe]

They said it could take up to 90 mins.

Yes, they included check in, the experience, and debrief in that time. They never said the experience was 90 minutes.

 

[Skipper Justin]

Seems rather short for 50$ then. I knew it wouldn't be 90 minutes for the experience but I thought atleast 45-60 mins.

 

[Lucky Planet]

30 minutes sounds pretty short. but then again how long can most people stand having that headset on? it makes me wonder if it has anything to do with that (Besides wanting to cram as many people as they can)

 

[amityboattours]

Having used a Vive headset, 30 mins of time with one on (especially for a newbie) will feel like a long length of time. Especially so in an intense 'horror' environment, i'd imagine.

 

[Captain Tom]

As per the article....the actual VR part of the experience is only about 10 minutes.