Dreamskape has arrived in Docklands

Most people are familiar with virtual reality (VR), but augmented reality (AR) may be an entirely new concept.

Docklands is now home to Australia’s first AR entertainment complex, and its angling to become a Melbourne family favourite.

“You don’t need a headset or anything like that to engage in experiences like we have at Dreamskape,” creator Joanna Chen told Docklands News.

“This makes it so much more accessible to a wide range of people.”

Dreamskape is in The District Docklands, opposite the former Melbourne Star Observation Wheel.

It houses six activity zones across 770 square metres of space, featuring 100 games and 50 immersive experiences using the latest in AR.

While VR creates an imaginary landscape by focusing sight and sound within a headset, AR complements the sense of touch with visual technology, like giant screens, lights and lasers.

Dreamskape features a physically immersive series of games for children as young as three, blacklight art, Insta-ready interactive scenery rooms, and the 540-degree cinema experience DreamVerse.

An AR rollercoaster will open at the complex later this year.

Co-creators Joanna Chen and Fraser Bell are planning to invest $30 million opening 20 Dreamskape complexes across Australia and New Zealand.

“It’s an exciting time for entertainment technology, and we can’t wait to see what the future holds as Dreamskape continues to grow nationally,” Mr Bell said.

Dreamskape is open seven days and can be booked for parties and functions. Entry prices start at $25. •