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Free figure from sandbox for high score

Customer service was great. Played deadwood mansion and we won the limited Gold figure and two free games. We definitely coming back

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Emiko T.

Had seen an Ad online and we wanted to play. Drove up from the central coast to celebrate a friend's bachelors party. There was three of us, we had a great time! Playing, so realistic. At the end we were drenched in sweat, totally worth the money and the drive to play.

Ken T.

Very fun experience playing the zombie shooting game! It was my first time and I would come back to play the other games with my friends. The staff were very nice and the process to gear up was also super easy. I also like how they consistently launch new games so there are reasons to come back compared to maybe an escape room which are kind of one and done.

squid game
Tina J.

been wanting to go to a sandbox game for a while. i was able to go with friends today. Experience was a 10/10. felt like i was fully involved in the game (squid game). my left wrist sensor came off in the middle of the game. brandon was able to fix it fast. s/o to the friendly staffs: nick and brandon for a smooth check-in and the help for this entertaining game. will be back with more friends for sure. HIGHLY recommend this place

A holiday tradition for our family!
Dian M.

Sandbox VR has become our family's, holiday tradition! They have upgraded the headsets and other equipment so it's less bulky than our previous times here. The visual experience, Sound experience is much better with the upgraded equipment! This year we played the Squid Games! There's an extra fee per-person that goes to Netflix for usage rights. The Squid Games option is a very different experience than the other "shoot 'em up" games here. Be ready to have a team name, pick your unique character look, and there is a dance off at the end of the game that gets recorded in your video. Your session will be recorded and the editors there are super quick with creating a memory video, a link will be emailed to you shortly after finishing the game. Every game is special, I recommend them all! Go with a fun group of friends or family for some special bonding time!

Anthony R.

Bonded with my coworkers last night with a little Teambuilding exercise! it was our first time doing a zombie survival VR Experience and it WAS SO FUN! I waited my whole life to do something like this, and it lived up to all of the hype. We kept yelling "CONTACT! ON YOUR SIX! THEY'RE COMING OUT OF THE WALLS!" Definitely would recommend this to friends. I will surely bringing them here. The full experience from putting the VR head gear on and seeing your avatar definitely gave us Ready Player one vibes. I love zombie pop culture so it was only right to try this.

Jom L.

We came to sandbox for our christmas party, and it was really fun. The process was easy, I had to reserve a couple days ahead, I think they book fast. This was on a Thursday afternoon. The max people for a game was 6 people. We opted for the Deadwood Valley. It takes about 15 mins to check in. You start out with checking in out front, and then they let you sit down and instruct you regarding the wrist and ankle sensors you have to put on. We had options with our weapons. I think we only encountered, one pause because one of our friends had a sensor off on her weapon. The vest wasn't too heavy but it definitely gets hot after you run around and shoot zombies. The graphics felt like it could be better but it felt very real once everything got dark. One issue I encountered btw, was one of my headphone pieces coming off. They had to replace it but luckily the game hasn't started. Other than that, everything was great. It's really cool and amazing to have these kind of experiences. I highly recommend it. It's located in between Swarovski and Pandora. Parking at hillsdale is plentiful but make sure to come early because they only have a 5-minute grace period. Prices ranged from $50-60. For 6 people we paid $330, and the game lasted for about 45 mins. What we missed out on is that we didn't know we could record ourselves in the room. They give you a video after your game but it's just highlights. 10/10 Sandbox!

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It is for my son's 17th birthday party. We had a reservation. The check-in was smooth and efficient. 5 teenagers had a blast fun.

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Super fun experience and amazing staff! Went for a bday party and had a great time. Rickey was great!

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Ask the Community - Sandbox VR

What is the youngest age that can play? Squid game for example, can a 6 year old play?

I would recommend it for 8 and up, due to the mask size. But you can call and ask.

Length of session?

The game itself is about 30 minutes, but you spend about 20-30 minutes gearing up. So total time there is about an hour.

Can people outside see you in your vr room? And if we have 5 ppl in our party will you add an extra person or can it be private just to those 5?

You are in a room with just your group and one operator (staff member). There is a doorway but no actual door, so technically yes, people walking down the hallway can see you. However, it's not like the general public can see you. These are other… Read more

I wear glasses. They're a very strong prescription, they don't seem to be allowed and I don't have contacts to wear either. How do I know if the corrective lenses are right for me?

How much are the tickets?

It was $48 when I went in January.

How much does this cost per person? How long is each experience?

On the website it says $48 per person and it generally lasts about 1 hour and 15 minutes, 15 minutes of training and setup, about 30 minutes in VR.

How long does the game experience last?

~20-30 minutes. It's possible to fail the game mission which would cut your time a little, but it seems like you get several "lives?" My shortest time was still over 20 minutes even without completing the mission.

How many people is the minimum can go?

I did Amber Sky and for that one I wouldn't do more than four people. Even with three it was limited space and we hit each other with our weapons a couple of times. Luckily we wore enough gear to cushion the blows. We traveled on an "elevator"… Read more

How much is it per person can't seem to find pricing?

$48 exactly when I went a few weeks ago. They have you pay a deposit when you book online. Price of one person I think my friend told me?

Can a sift certificate be purchased?

Yep!

I get dizzy when I watch movies in 3D. Is this going to make me dizzy too? Will one game better than the other in regards to being nauseous?

The effect of VR is very different from a 3D film. Our VR experiences have been thoroughly vetted and tested to reach a standard that we believe eliminates most cases of motion sickness and nausea (cases of motion sickness are very rare).

My brother purchased this experience to do with my 8 year old son (his nephew) and a few of my sons friends, are kids allowed? I found height requirements that are good but nothing about age.

Yes, it's more about their maturity level. I would avoid the zombie experience, my boys did the pirate one and it was really fun and fine for an 8 year old is ok with a bit of PG scary action.

We have booked online but we have more friends coming with us. Is that ok to purchase additional tickets at the entrance? Also one of our friend can not come, so can we have another one to replace her spot?

You can as long as you have a max of 6. Yes, you can replace your friend's spot, will just need to sign a new waiver.

Are you in Hillsdale Mall? Where are you located exactly? Thanks.

Good Morning Ann, We are located inside the Hillsdale Shopping Center towards the back of the mall… Read more

Do I have to come in a group? Is there a joining list?

Hello Carlos, Thank you for reaching out. Our experiences require a minimum of two guests and a maximum of 6 guests when booking your session. We do not have a joining list… Read more

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We tried Diablo Escapes and it was a fun experience. I've done physical escape rooms before, but…read morethis was my first VR escape room experience. Our game was the pirate themed Depths of Osiris (check out the preview vids on YouTube), and it was perfect for a team of an adult and two ten year olds. My boys had no trouble getting used to the VR gear they had to wear for the experience (a headset and two hand controllers - it was their first time). We had to cooperate to solve each room's puzzle to unlock a new room. Eventually, we got to the final scenario which was exciting and really required us to collaborate. The puzzles were well constructed and mostly understandable from a logic perspective. The graphics and sound were pretty decent (it's not super-high res like Cyberpunk) and matched the gameplay perfectly. We got some timely tips from the game master too, and cleared the puzzle with about a minute left on our 45 minute timer. The facilities are super clean and well maintained. They also have snacks and drinks which are nice to make the visit special for younger kids. My sons want to come back, and I do too. I also heard they are adding a physical escape room, so definitely something to look forward to.

Such a fun experience! A mix of escape room and whimsical virtual reality - what a refreshing way…read moreto reinvent both worlds. I've been to Diablo Escapes twice now and have always been impressed by the customer service. Make sure you get there 15-20 minutes early so you have time to finish any waivers and get your packs set up for the room. There is an adjacent parking lot so you shouldn't have any issue finding any spot. You can easily book online and see what difficulty level each game is. If you've done VR or escape rooms before, you can probably start with intermediate. Each game will require some communication and teamwork to solve challenges or other puzzles. It can get a little hectic, so make sure you mesh well with your group (truly). The VR component really makes you feel like you've been transported to another place - be warned that it can make you feel a little queasy if you're not used to it, but the staff are great in making sure you are comfortable. They're quick to help troubleshoot if you get stuck or anything. Highly recommend if you're looking for a fun group outing. We went over to philz coffee after and then went to Bare Bottle Brewing for some lunch and drinks.

Canvas And Cafe - 21st Birthday celebrations in Canvas and Cafe

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We hosted a team event at Canvas & Café, and within three hours I genuinely felt like I had made a…read morenew friend in Deepa, the owner. I didn't know her before this, but her warmth and humor created such an easy, welcoming vibe. We painted on tote bags -- and I am usually the "not artistic" friend -- but Deepa made it so simple, fun, and pressure-free that I ended up completely absorbed in it. My whole team loved it, and everyone walked away really proud of what they created. Food was perfect and low-lift: pizza from Curry Pizza House and apps + salad+ kebabs from Falafel Tazah, all set up seamlessly so we could just relax, paint, and talk. Most importantly, it gave our team the kind of genuine bonding time that's rare. People laughed, shared, and actually unwound -- no forced activities, just real connection. I can't recommend Canvas & Café enough for team events, celebrations, or a fun night out. 5/5 -- we'll definitely be back !!!

Paint night as a group of four friends was really fun here, and I was additionally pumped that…read moreCanvas and Cafe is just a short walk away from my apartment! The studio doubles as an event venue so I've seen random stuff happening inside whenever I'm taking a stroll in this peaceful plaza. I found a Groupon for the paint night experience that was a pretty fair deal. The instructions to schedule the session were a little unclear, but we basically had to directly email the business owner. To be honest, it was a little rough trying to figure out when I could book our appointment and whether we were confirmed, as the instructions seemed to be somewhere in between "drop in on a day that we're open" to "confirm the actual day you're coming in" (with times that completely differed than what's noted on the website). I had to poke Deepa, the owner, to get an answer a couple of times. After praying that we weren't going to be shooed away despite my communication about our arrival, we came in to our instructor, Matt, preparing the area. He wasn't aware that we were going to be in the class, so we all started late because it took some extra time set up our table, chairs, easels, paints, etc. While waiting, we enjoyed the surprise small bites and entertainment from Matt's dog. This paint night differed from my other experiences in that we got to collectively pick a painting to do (with the other attendees), which was a little awkward because I don't think everyone was in 100% agreement. Throughout the session, Matt was great. He was patient, gentle, kind, with random funny moments. He was very helpful in supplying paints, giving tips, and encouraging us to add personal touches to our piece. I liked how intimate the class was, with a smaller number of people than I've seen before (albeit my prior experiences were at work or sponsored engagements). It was hilarious seeing how varied me and my friends' paintings were - we loved it. I got impatient and used a medium brush instead of a finer size for the reeds, so they got everywhere. The smaller, thin canvases are a manageable size, and I'd enjoy coming here again while hoping for a better streamlined way of scheduling our participation!

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