Visit Hendricks County: Press Play Gaming Lounge Offers New Family Fun in Brownsburg, Indiana

Family Pods

The first amenity I noticed when I walked in for the first time were the family pods that can seat 10-13 people. Each pod includes a large sectional couch, a bar table and chairs, a bean bag and a dedicated smart TV that can be used to watch Netflix, Hulu and many other streaming services or play video games through a connected Xbox system.

The pods can be rented for a few hours or an entire day. Embry said the pods tend to be a good central point or home base for families while there. He has noticed that the pods are primarily utilized by adults as a place to relax while the kids are off enjoying activities throughout the rest of the facility.

Families or even individuals don’t have to rent a pod to experience Press Play. However, for those that purchase at least two unlimited play passes at Press Play, a family pod is included with purchase. The facility also has an area of free seating too, or you may not even need a place to sit if your family stays busy experiencing all the activities.

Virtual Reality

Press Play‘s virtual reality options have expanded since their opening in 2020. VR technology is always changing, and Press Play’s goal is to have the latest and greatest virtual reality experience.

The facility boasts 8 virtual reality booths with 50 virtual reality games and experiences. With so many game options, this allows players to “try it before they buy it”.

The new attraction, Haptic Zone, provides guests with vests that allow them to experience virtual reality and feel explosions, music, beats, punches and anything that creates noise.

The top-of-the-line virtual reality experience also has arrived at Press Play. Omni Arena Play is one of only 50 such experiences nationwide. It is Ultra VR on a whole other level.

Guests can go into another world while experiencing Omni 2.0 motion technology. Thrill seekers experience running at full speed in virtual reality and choose from at least 7 of the most thrilling Omni games. They can play with up to four people on the VR Battlefield with games like Elite Force, Dead Zone Zombies, Black Beard, Paranormal, Gunslinger, Core Defense and Hardpoint.

While you will find arcade games within the facility, too, Embry said he wanted to focus on physical activity at Press Play.

3-Point Challenge/Foam Wars

Located at the back of the building, you’ll find the 3-Point Challenge and Foam War Zones. These areas promise to be fun that any kid or kid at heart will love.

I mean who doesn’t like to shoot 3-pointers and beat their buddy to win a prize. Players take 12 shots in 45 seconds. Players that score at least 10 points will win a prize!

But if basketball isn’t your thing, how about choosing your favorite Nerf weapon and going into a 1,500-square-foot room full of newly added wooden structures and barrels to run around and hide behind as you battle with your friends.

360° Video Booth

Embry’s hope is to creature an experience that guests are sure to remember. What better way than to document the experience, so he recently added a 360° Video Booth to the mix.

This innovative and interactive booth captures a one-of-a-kind, cinema-style video.

Guests purchase a ticket from guest services, and the fun begins. Just stand on a secure platform surrounded by LED studio-quality light wands. A camera will spin around and record stunning videos.

Specialty software will then transform the footage into a unique slow-motion, music video that can be sent directly to participants’ phones.