VR arcade to move into former Steve’s Music Store on Rideau St.

Another World, a virtual reality arcade, will be opening on Rideau Street in Ottawa. Sunday, March 22, 2026. (William Eltherington/CTV News Ottawa)

A new immersive virtual reality gaming experience will be opening on Rideau Street.

Signs for Another World VR have been installed at 308 Rideau Street Unit B, one of the units that makes up the former Steve’s Music Store near King Edward Avenue.

• Virtual reality experience launches in ByWard Market

While it’s unclear when the attraction will launch, the company has been teasing its grand opening on Instagram.

A sign on the front door promotes its “VR Arena” for birthdays, team games, corporate parties and games with friends. The arcades allow players to step inside life-sized games and scenarios with VR glasses and equipment that simulate real-world movements.

Another World VR operates locations around the world, including many in Canada, according to its website.

• Steve’s Music Store moving from Rideau Street after 42 years

Sandbox VR also recently opened a location in the ByWard Market at the corner of Rideau Street and Sussex Drive.

The former Steve’s Music Store closed last year after 42 years in business at that location. The store opened a new shop on Catherine Street in Centretown but recently said it would be shutting its doors among wider store closures announced by the company.

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