// Nowra · NSW · est. 2026
First Contact · 9 to 11 October · Cambewarra HallThis page tells you about The Control Room — a place in Nowra for video games, virtual reality and parties. Scroll down slowly to read about each area. Use the Enter here button at the top to book a visit.
South Coast HQ for gamers — PCs, free-roam VR, motion sim racing and a lounge that feels like home turf.
01 STEP INSIDE
VR Arena
- 💥 Six free-roam stations.
- 💥 No wires, no rails!!
- 💥 Escape rooms
- 💥 Arcade shooters
- 💥 Worlds you cross on foot!
— The closest thing to stepping into the game.
Minimum age 10 for VR. Under 16s need a parent or guardian to sign the waiver.
Four ways in · tap to explore
Tap a VR experience below to see what it is and some of the games.
Multiplayer VR escape rooms you walk through on foot — no wires, no controllers pinned to a wall. Grab a crew of 2–6, pick a world, and solve your way out before the clock runs down. Our escape titles are powered by ARVI VR, the studio behind the most immersive room-scale adventures going.
Free-roam VR arcade — pick up a headset and drop straight into pure fun. Quick to learn, hard to put down, and brilliant head-to-head. Perfect for first-timers and short blasts between everything else on the floor.
Active VR gets you moving — rhythm, aim and full-body workouts disguised as games. Big energy, big scores, and a real sweat by the end. Made for groups who want to compete and burn some off.
The gentlest way into VR — no wires, no workout, no leaving Nowra. A guide leads your whole group on a shared, seated journey: wander the ruins of Machu Picchu, glide over the Serengeti at first light, or sink beneath the Great Barrier Reef — then take in breathtaking immersive documentaries together. Awe over adrenaline, wonder side by side. Made for families, schools, quieter groups and anyone who wants the trip without the sweat.
Escape room times · this week
The fastest teams to escape each room. A lower time is better!
Live on the floor screens
02 THE FLOOR
Gaming Floor
Two ways to play, one floor. PC arena: twelve high-spec battlestations on 240Hz glass with an esports-grade network — drop in solo or roll deep. Console corner: a PS5 and an Xbox with a wall-sized game library — couch co-op, versus classics and party stacks, booked by the hour.
On the battlestations · tap to explore
Tap the button below to see the top 10 PC games you can play here.
Hover a cover for a taste of the game. Plus Dota 2, Fall Guys, Minecraft, Marvel Rivals, World of Warcraft, Hearthstone, Rainbow Six Siege X and more on the floor.
03 FULL SEND
Sim Racing
Two full racing rigs for head-to-head laps. Force feedback, real telemetry, lap records to chase — Bathurst to Spa without leaving Nowra. Scroll flat-out to redline.
04 REFUEL STATION
Food & Bev
Barista coffee, cocktails, craft beer on tap and finger food made for sharing between games. Hospitality designed as entertainment — the bar is part of the show.
05 BUILD · CODE · CREATE
Classes & Maker Space
Two sides of the workshop. Maker space: 3D printers, laser cutting, design software and fabrication tools — come in with an idea, leave with a thing. STEM classes: hands-on tech learning for kids and teens, term-time and school holidays.
🤖 Robot Building
Build and battle real robots — motors, sensors, code and a healthy amount of mayhem.
💻 Coding & Game Design
From first lines of code to designing and playing your own games — beginner friendly, taught by people who love it.
🖨️ Maker Workshops
3D printing, laser cutting and digital design — first-time makers welcome, project kits provided.
06 WORTH BRAGGING ABOUT
Parties & Events
Two ways to take the room over. Parties: epic celebrations for kids, teens and adults — powered by VR, gaming, sim racing and hospitality designed as entertainment, with a private area for crews who want it to themselves. Events & esports: team nights, tournaments and after-dark comps — bring your five, we run the bracket.
K/ Kids' Birthdays
Guided VR and gaming sessions, party hosting, and interactive dessert experiences that make the day unforgettable.
T/ Teen Parties
Multiplayer VR showdowns, PC and console tournaments, and sim racing battles — bragging rights included.
A/ Adult Celebrations
Date nights, birthdays and friend-group takeovers — signature themed drinks, sharing platters and a licensed bar.
Event types · on the calendar
Tap an event name below to read what it is. Tap it again to close it.
07 BEHIND THE VELVET ROPE
VIP Suite
An exclusive, sound-insulated private room — date nights, friend-group takeovers, celebrations. Flips into a creator studio with recording and streaming gear, or a calm, low-sensory space when the volume needs to drop.
Book the suite08 WORK, BUT FUN
Corporate
Team building, functions and celebrations your team will actually talk about — VR showdowns, a sim racing grand prix and a licensed bar to finish.
01 Compete Together
Cooperative VR adventures and escape experiences built for teams — plus tournaments and head-to-head sim racing. Shared challenges, real connection, zero trust falls.
02 Functions
End-of-year and everything between — a flexible events space with interactive desserts, themed drinks, sharing platters and a licensed bar.
09 EVERYONE'S WELCOME
Inclusive Sessions
Disability-friendly experiences designed to build confidence, belonging and meaningful social interaction. Structured, predictable sessions with staff who get it — calm, quiet and entirely at your pace.
◦ Low-Sensory Gaming
Reduced noise and lighting, smaller groups, and staff who understand sensory needs.
◦ Structured Social Sessions
Guided group play that builds social confidence through shared interests.
◦ Calming Guided VR
Gentle, guided virtual experiences — from virtual tourism to quiet exploration.
◦ Quiet Private Suite
Our sound-insulated VIP suite offers a calm, enclosed space for guests with sensory sensitivities.
Talk to us about a session — hello@thecontrolroom.net
// READY PLAYER ONE?
Your Move
Stations are waiting. Booking takes about a minute — see you on the floor.
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