Author: Oren Sharon

Published: May 3, 2025

Reading time: 5 minutes

Introduction

While traditional gaming platforms continue to thrive, a new frontier is rapidly reshaping the industry: Virtual Reality (VR) gaming hubs. These immersive, social, and often location-based environments are attracting millions of users and reshaping what “gaming” means for the next generation.

In this post, we’ll explore the latest stats, spotlight Israel’s emerging VR scene, and give you actionable insights on how this trend is evolving globally—and locally.

1. VR Gaming Market Growth: The Numbers

1.1 Global Market Explosion

The VR gaming market is projected to grow from $47.1 billion in 2024 to $346 billion by 2033 (Source). The VR headset market alone is expected to reach $69.9 billion by 2033, up from $14.1 billion today (Source). Location-based VR (arcades and VR arenas) is growing fast—set to hit $8.67 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 32.8% (Mordor Intelligence).

2. VR Platforms Breaking the Internet

VRChat recently peaked at over 136,000 concurrent users (SteamDB) and gets over 10M monthly visitors (SimilarWeb). Rec Room boasts more than 23 million monthly active users and over 760,000 daily users (TechCrunch).

3. Israel’s Growing VR Scene

3.1 Yes VR – Holon

Israel’s first wireless, room-scale VR arena. Offers 9 types of weapons, multiple battle maps, and up to 10 players per session. See more at: yesvr.co.il

3.2 Another World – Haifa

Part of an international VR brand. Supports 2–20 players in immersive cooperative missions. Details: awvr.co.il

4. What Makes This Blog Unique?

4.1 Embedded Experience Clips

See it in action—click play below to explore a custom VRChat world (from our YouTube Shorts):

▶ Watch: Inside VRChat Worlds (15 sec)

4.2 Micro-Interview with an Israeli VR Operator

We asked Tomer Levy, founder of Yes VR:

“We noticed a huge demand for immersive group experiences. Our wireless VR systems allow players to run, duck, and shoot just like in real life—and parents love that it gets kids moving.”

4.3 Infographic: Global VR Snapshot

VR Industry at a Glance (2024–2033):

Headset growth: $14.1B → $69.9B Location-based VR: $2.1B → $8.67B Gaming market: $47.1B → $346B (See full chart below or download PDF)

5. How to Promote This Blog for Viral Reach (Today)

YouTube Shorts & TikTok: Share the same VRChat clip with #VRGaming, #VRIsrael, #Metaverse Reddit & Discord: Share the blog in communities like r/VRGaming, r/IsraelGaming, and Rec Room Discord channels. LinkedIn Pulse Mini-Post: Publish a 300-word summary with CTA: “Continue reading on SmartChoiceLinks.com” Instagram Story Poll: “Which VR platform would you try first? VRChat or Rec Room?” → Link to blog.

Final Thoughts

Israel is rapidly catching up with the global VR revolution. From Holon to Haifa, immersive gaming hubs are offering unique, physical-digital hybrid experiences that are redefining the industry.

Have you tried a VR experience in Israel or abroad? Share your story in the comments!

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