VR Business Tech Stack: Everything You Need to Buy

So, you've decided to launch your own business virtual reality room. Smart move. The market for new VR entertainment is booming, and with a BATTLE START virtual reality arcade franchise, you're not just buying games—you're purchasing a proven, turnkey business model. The most common question we get from new partners is: "What exactly should I buy to get started?"

Forget complexity. With our guidance, you skip the experimentation phase and go straight to focusing on your goals: rapid market entry and quick revenue generation. This isn't just a list of gear; it's your blueprint for success in the VR Business.

This is your main investment and the key to an unforgettable player experience in your virtual reality franchise. We support and recommend three top-tier models, each offering a unique balance of performance and price. The minimum number of headsets you need is directly tied to your chosen arena format, ensuring you invest precisely for your capacity.

The Gold Standard: Meta Quest 3

This is the undisputed champion for free-roam VR games and mixed reality. If you're aiming for the absolute best, your search ends here.

• Why it Wins: Unmatched sharpness with a 2064x2208 pixel resolution per eye and a buttery-smooth 90-120 Hz refresh rate. Its superior Pancake lenses provide a crystal-clear picture edge-to-edge.
• The Decisive Advantage: Its mixed reality capabilities are in a league of their own. BATTLE START testing confirms: Quest 3 is the only headset that performs flawlessly in sunny weather, making it non-negotiable for Mobile MR Arena formats. It's also the lightest (515g), reducing player fatigue.
• The Trade-off: A premium price point and a faster battery drain during intense sessions. The return? The highest possible customer satisfaction.

The Premium Performer: Pico 4 Ultra

This headset takes everything great about the Pico 4 and supercharges it, earning a solid silver medal in our rankings.

• Why it's a Powerhouse: Features a next-gen Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 chip. It comes with 12 GB of RAM for effortless performance and enhanced, high-quality color passthrough cameras.
• Best For: VR Business owners who want top-tier performance and future-proofing without the very top-tier price of the Quest 3. It's comfortable and dependable, making it perfect for a busy virtual reality arcade franchise.

The Reliable Workhorse: Pico 4

A solid, cost-effective foundation for any business virtual reality room that delivers a stellar VR experience.

• Why It Works: It offers a sharp 2160x2160 pixel resolution per eye, a 90 Hz refresh rate, and lightweight Pancake lenses. Combined with 8 GB of RAM and a Snapdragon XR2 chip, it handles our games with ease.
• The Verdict: It delivers proven stability and durability. For indoor VR arenas, the Pico 4 represents strong value.

Your Headset Count: A Simple Formula

The minimum number of VR headsets directly depends on the type of arena you have chosen. The more participants that can play in the arena simultaneously, the more headsets you will need to purchase:

• Portal 4 / Mini Arena 4 → 4 headsets
• Mini Arena 6 → 6 headsets
• Portal 8 / Mini Arena 8 → 8 headsets
• Mini Arena 10 → 10 headsets
• Mobile MR Arena → 16 headsets
• Arena (Full Format) → 20 headsets

Pro tip: we strongly recommend purchasing at least two extra headsets as a backup. This simple step prevents downtime, allowing you to instantly swap a faulty or drained headset mid-session and keep the revenue flowing in your VR Business.

Your tablet is the command center for your VR arena. Our software lets you launch games, manage sessions, and broadcast the live gameplay to a TV to mesmerize spectators.

Our recommendation: go modern and powerful.

To ensure flawless performance for your virtual reality franchise, we advise using modern tablets with at least 8 GB of RAM.

We recommend these specific lineups (or their newer successors):

• Xiaomi: Pad 6 series and above (6 Pro, 6S Pro)
• Samsung: Galaxy Tab S9 series and above (S9+, S9 Ultra)
• Google: Pixel Tablet

Choosing a powerful tablet guarantees a smooth, professional operation from day one.

A rock-solid, high-speed Wi-Fi network is non-negotiable for any serious VR Business.

What you need: A router that supports WiFi 802.11 ac (WiFi 5) or, ideally, WiFi 6 (ax), with MU-MIMO technology. This allows the router to communicate with multiple devices simultaneously without lag.

Recommended models: Xiaomi AX6000/AX9000, TP-Link Archer C64 or higher. Use a separate, simpler router for your guest and operational Wi-Fi.

Transform your business virtual reality room from a VR destination into a full-blown entertainment hub. These additions increase dwell time, attract diverse groups, and significantly boost your average bill.

• The Operations Hub: A standard computer is needed to download our software and manage broader operations like bookings and analytics.
• The Spectator Show: A large TV is essential for broadcasting the live gameplay, building hype, and convincing the next group of customers.
• Nostalgia & Retro Gaming: Install a station with classic consoles like the NES, Sega Genesis, or PlayStation 1. Parents will love the nostalgia trip, and it’s a perfect, low-cost activity for younger siblings.
• Modern Console Gaming: A PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X offers a premium, non-VR alternative for guests.
• Arcade Classics: A few arcade cabinets (think Street Fighter or Pac-Man) never go out of style and are perpetual money-makers.
• Sweet Treats: A self-service cotton candy machine or a popcorn maker is a huge hit with kids and families, creating a classic funfair atmosphere and a high-margin snack sale.
• Social Competition: An air hockey table or foosball table provides fast-paced, social competition that perfectly complements the VR experience.

See? We told you it was straightforward. With the BATTLE START virtual reality franchise, you're not just getting the world's most immersive free-roam new VR games. You're getting a clear, actionable path to ownership. We provide the software, the business model, and this precise equipment list. You provide the space and the ambition.

The arena is waiting. Let's build it.