Virtual World Entertainment

Company Description

Headquartered in Kalamazoo, Virtual World Entertainment (VWE) is a supplier of attractions to the location-based entertainment industry. Virtual World has produced and distributed gaming cockpits since 1989 and is a privately held company.

BattleTech Cockpit Simulator Pods

VWE's gaming cockpits provide gamers the opportunity to play the part of BattleTech MechWarriors the exhilaration of piloting a virtual BattleMech in networked combat with other players. The Tesla II cockpits, featuring the BattleTech: Firestorm software, are fully-enclosed, military-style simulators that feature seven screens, over 90 control systems, and a 12-speaker surround sound audio system. When seated in the cockpit (or 'pod'), the player pilots their own 'Mechs onto the virtual landscape to compete for battlefield superiority with those seated in surrounding cockpits.

BattleTech Centers

The BattleTech Pods are available at various retail centers across the United States. See the following map for locations.

BattleTech Pods at Conventions

The BattleTech Pods travel throughout the year to various conventions across the United States. This convention tour listing provides upcoming venues. Further information for planning and scheduling of pods should be done through event organizers, with specific details found at the Con Organizers site.

Example Pod Media

• Pilot Training Video - Version 4
• Pilot Training Video - Version 5 (BattleTech:Firestorm)
• Virtual World's YouTube Channel
• MechCorps' YouTube Channel
• Videos

External Links

• Mechjock.com
• MechCorps.Com
• The-Airlock.com
• Fallout Shelter Arcade