Talon Simulations LLC is a small business specializing in hardware/software integration of low-cost vehicle simulations. Their business offers simulation experiences that include racing, flight, roller coaster, space and many more cockpit-based experiences. Their newest invention is the Talon Vortex, which is a turn-key arcade cabinet of the future featuring over 30 competitive experiences including race cars, roller coasters and fighter jets. The proprietary virtual user interface allows the guest to easily select their reality, limiting the need for an operator, thus reducing overhead costs. Their goal is to create the most immersive and realistic experiences at a price point that is more accessible to larger audiences.

In this episode, Bob will be talking with Brandon Naids, the CEO and Co-Founder of Talon Simulations. They will talk about motion simulators and why it’s so hard to get them right, is VR more dangerous than any other experience and much more.

Let’s dive in!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE:

Website: https://talonsimulations.com/

Brandon’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brandonnaids

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalonSim?

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talonsimulations/

Listen to PART 1 and 2 here:

https://anchor.fm/bobcooney-vrdeepdive/episodes/EP91-Bob-Cooneys-Virtual-Reality-Deep-Dive---Brandon-Naids-of-Talon-Simulations-Part-1-efo0ik

https://anchor.fm/bobcooney-vrdeepdive/episodes/EP92-Bob-Cooneys-Virtual-Reality-Deep-Dive---Brandon-Naids-of-Talon-Simulations-Part-2-efo0k9

Talon Simulations LLC is a small business specializing in hardware/software integration of low-cost vehicle simulations. Their business offers simulation experiences that include racing, flight, roller coaster, space and many more cockpit-based experiences. Their newest invention is the Talon Vortex, which is a turn-key arcade cabinet of the future featuring over 30 competitive experiences including race cars, roller coasters and fighter jets. The proprietary virtual user interface allows the guest to easily select their reality, limiting the need for an operator, thus reducing overhead costs. Their goal is to create the most immersive and realistic experiences at a price point that is more accessible to larger audiences.

In this episode, Bob will be talking with Brandon Naids, the CEO and Co-Founder of Talon Simulations. They will talk about motion simulators and why it’s so hard to get them right, is VR more dangerous than any other experience and much more.

Let’s dive in!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE:

Website: https://talonsimulations.com/

Brandon’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brandonnaids

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalonSim?

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talonsimulations/

Listen to PART 1 here:

https://anchor.fm/bobcooney-vrdeepdive/episodes/EP91-Bob-Cooneys-Virtual-Reality-Deep-Dive---Brandon-Naids-of-Talon-Simulations-Part-1-efo0ik

Talon Simulations LLC is a small business specializing in hardware/software integration of low-cost vehicle simulations. Their business offers simulation experiences that include racing, flight, roller coaster, space and many more cockpit-based experiences. Their newest invention is the Talon Vortex, which is a turn-key arcade cabinet of the future featuring over 30 competitive experiences including race cars, roller coasters and fighter jets. The proprietary virtual user interface allows the guest to easily select their reality, limiting the need for an operator, thus reducing overhead costs. Their goal is to create the most immersive and realistic experiences at a price point that is more accessible to larger audiences.

In this episode, Bob will be talking with Brandon Naids, the CEO and Co-Founder of Talon Simulations. They will talk about motion simulators and why it’s so hard to get them right, is VR more dangerous than any other experience and much more.

Let’s dive in!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE:

Website: https://talonsimulations.com/

Brandon’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brandonnaids

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalonSim?

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talonsimulations/

Listen to PART 2 and 3 here:

https://anchor.fm/bobcooney-vrdeepdive/episodes/EP92-Bob-Cooneys-Virtual-Reality-Deep-Dive---Brandon-Naids-of-Talon-Simulations-Part-2-efo0k9

https://anchor.fm/bobcooney-vrdeepdive/episodes/EP93-Bob-Cooneys-Virtual-Reality-Deep-Dive---Brandon-Naids-of-Talon-Simulations-Part-3-efo0lt

As the escape room business matures, operators are looking for better economic models to increase longevity and returns on investment. Some have tried VR but 4 players in 400 square feet is a major drop in efficiency from rooms where the average number of players is 6 or more. Entermission promises 6 players in 170 square feet, with a multi-sensory experience that rivals The VOID. Entermission is the most profitable VR attraction available today for escape room owners.

In this episode, Bob will be talking with Christal Ho, the founder of Enter the Mission, from the Room Escape Show in San Antonio, TX. They’ll discuss escape rooms, VR and why they are converging.

Let’s dive in!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE:

Enterthemission Website: https://enterthemission.com/vr-business/

Christal’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christalho

Listen to PART 1 and 2 here:

https://anchor.fm/bobcooney-vrdeepdive/episodes/EP88-Bob-Cooneys-Virtual-Reality-Deep-Dive---Christal-Ho-of-Entermission-Part-1-efo0c2

https://anchor.fm/bobcooney-vrdeepdive/episodes/EP89-Bob-Cooneys-Virtual-Reality-Deep-Dive---Christal-Ho-of-Entermission-Part-2-efo0dt

As the escape room business matures, operators are looking for better economic models to increase longevity and returns on investment. Some have tried VR but 4 players in 400 square feet is a major drop in efficiency from rooms where the average number of players is 6 or more. Entermission promises 6 players in 170 square feet, with a multi-sensory experience that rivals The VOID. Entermission is the most profitable VR attraction available today for escape room owners.

In this episode, Bob will be talking with Christal Ho, the founder of Enter the Mission, from the Room Escape Show in San Antonio, TX. They’ll discuss escape rooms, VR and why they are converging.

Let’s dive in!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE:

Enterthemission Website: https://enterthemission.com/vr-business/

Christal’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christalho

Listen to PART 1 here:

https://anchor.fm/bobcooney-vrdeepdive/episodes/EP88-Bob-Cooneys-Virtual-Reality-Deep-Dive---Christal-Ho-of-Entermission-Part-1-efo0c2

As the escape room business matures, operators are looking for better economic models to increase longevity and returns on investment. Some have tried VR but 4 players in 400 square feet is a major drop in efficiency from rooms where the average number of players is 6 or more. Entermission promises 6 players in 170 square feet, with a multi-sensory experience that rivals The VOID. Entermission is the most profitable VR attraction available today for escape room owners.

In this episode, Bob will be talking with Christal Ho, the founder of Enter the Mission, from the Room Escape Show in San Antonio, TX. They’ll discuss escape rooms, VR and why they are converging.

Let’s dive in!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE:

Enterthemission Website: https://enterthemission.com/vr-business/

Christal’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christalho

Listen to PART 2 and 3 here:

https://anchor.fm/bobcooney-vrdeepdive/episodes/EP89-Bob-Cooneys-Virtual-Reality-Deep-Dive---Christal-Ho-of-Entermission-Part-2-efo0dt

https://anchor.fm/bobcooney-vrdeepdive/episodes/EP90-Bob-Cooneys-Virtual-Reality-Deep-Dive---Christal-Ho-of-Entermission-Part-3-efo0fm

One of the biggest challenges a location-based VR faces is creating replayability. What makes people come back again and again?

Joe Mares is a game designer and the owner of Fun Empire, Inc. His mission is to make games and VR experiences fun and engaging and help his clients to create replayability.

In this episode, Bob will be talking with Joe about game design, best practices for creating replayable games that spark joy and passion among customers and much more.

Let’s dive in!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE:

Joe’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/joemethod

Joe’s website: https://www.josephmares.com/

What Makes it Fun website: http://www.whatmakesitfun.com/

St.Noire game: https://www.amazon.com/St-Noire-Hosted-Cinematic-Exclusive/dp/B07P693BG1

Bob’s blog: https://www.bobcooney.com/blog/

Listen to PART 1 and 2 here:

https://anchor.fm/bobcooney-vrdeepdive/episodes/EP85-Bob-Cooneys-Virtual-Reality-Deep-Dive---Joe-Mares-of-Fun-Empire-Part-1-efo05n

https://anchor.fm/bobcooney-vrdeepdive/episodes/EP86-Bob-Cooneys-Virtual-Reality-Deep-Dive---Joe-Mares-of-Fun-Empire-Part-2-efo07k

One of the biggest challenges a location-based VR faces is creating replayability. What makes people come back again and again?

Joe Mares is a game designer and the owner of Fun Empire, Inc. His mission is to make games and VR experiences fun and engaging and help his clients to create replayability.

In this episode, Bob will be talking with Joe about game design, best practices for creating replayable games that spark joy and passion among customers and much more.

Let’s dive in!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE:

Joe’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/joemethod

Joe’s website: https://www.josephmares.com/

What Makes it Fun website: http://www.whatmakesitfun.com/

St.Noire game: https://www.amazon.com/St-Noire-Hosted-Cinematic-Exclusive/dp/B07P693BG1

Bob’s blog: https://www.bobcooney.com/blog/

Listen to PART 1 here:

https://anchor.fm/bobcooney-vrdeepdive/episodes/EP85-Bob-Cooneys-Virtual-Reality-Deep-Dive---Joe-Mares-of-Fun-Empire-Part-1-efo05n

One of the biggest challenges a location-based VR faces is creating replayability. What makes people come back again and again?

Joe Mares is a game designer and the owner of Fun Empire, Inc. His mission is to make games and VR experiences fun and engaging and help his clients to create replayability.

In this episode, Bob will be talking with Joe about game design, best practices for creating replayable games that spark joy and passion among customers and much more.

Let’s dive in!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE:

Joe’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/joemethod

Joe’s website: https://www.josephmares.com/

What Makes it Fun website: http://www.whatmakesitfun.com/

St.Noire game: https://www.amazon.com/St-Noire-Hosted-Cinematic-Exclusive/dp/B07P693BG1

Bob’s blog: https://www.bobcooney.com/blog/

Listen to PART 2 and 3 here:

https://anchor.fm/bobcooney-vrdeepdive/episodes/EP86-Bob-Cooneys-Virtual-Reality-Deep-Dive---Joe-Mares-of-Fun-Empire-Part-2-efo07k

https://anchor.fm/bobcooney-vrdeepdive/episodes/EP87-Bob-Cooneys-Virtual-Reality-Deep-Dive---Joe-Mares-of-Fun-Empire-Part-3-efo091

Black Box VR is the world’s first virtual reality Full-body fitness gym. Founded in 2016 by Ryan Deluca and Preston Lewis the fitness fanatics and entrepreneurs behind Bodybuilding.com. Their mission is to disrupt the fitness industry by creating innovative products and experiences that create lasting change is people’s lives.

In this episode, Bob will be talking with Preston Lewis, one of the founders, about the challenges of building a full stack location-based VR business with custom hardware and software, operating at retail and much more.

Let’s dive in!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE:

Black Box VR website: https://www.blackbox-vr.com/

Preston’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/prestonjohnlewis

Listen to PART 1 and 2 here:

https://anchor.fm/bobcooney-vrdeepdive/episodes/EP82-Bob-Cooneys-Virtual-Reality-Deep-Dive---Preston-Lewis-of-Blackbox-VR-Part-1-efnvu5

https://anchor.fm/bobcooney-vrdeepdive/episodes/EP83-Bob-Cooneys-Virtual-Reality-Deep-Dive---Preston-Lewis-of-Blackbox-VR-Part-2-efnvvo