Australian First Digital Theme Park Expands With More Locations And Rides
Following the opening of Dreamskape's first augmented reality (AR) entertainment centre in July last year, the Australian-first digital theme park is expanding.
Dreamrace officially launched in September, right next door to Dreamskape at District Docklands, Melbourne. Dreamrace features new-tech VR rides with advanced motion simulators, as well as active adventure courses inspired by classic video game concepts.
A new Dreamskape is now open at Westfield Knox with Westfield Southland opening in December. Interstate Dreamskapes are set to open in 2026.
Dreamskape and Dreamrace offer a fully interactive hybrid experience that is unique in Australia. Players can choose from over 150 active games, immersive experiences, rides and adventure courses that combine cutting edge VR and AR with physical challenges and rollercoaster and motorbike inspired motion simulators.
"Several of our attractions are true Australian firsts, and many of them are normally only found at world expos or major theme parks overseas. For example, Dreamrace's Hurricane 360 VR is the only one of its kind in says Joanna Chen, co-founder and President of Dreamskape.
"Another Australian exclusive is our Dream Spartan and Dream Ronin adventure games at adventure games at Docklands: an active experience that we pioneered by combining advanced gaming software from the Netherlands with state-of-the-art hardware from China. It's the first time this technology has been integrated anywhere in the world, and Dreamrace is the only place you can play it."
While VR arcades exist in Asia, Europe, and the U.S., very few combine full-motion rides + naked-eye 3D + AR challenge games under one roof. Dreamskape offers a curated mix, making it one of the first entertainment centres globally to bring all of these technologies together in a family-friendly theme park setting.
"The balance of "tech immersion" and "physical activity" at Dreamskape and Dreamrace means players aren't just sitting in a headset " they're running, riding, spinning or climbing while interacting with virtual worlds. It transforms gaming tech into a shared, active experience, appealing to both kids and adults," says Fraser Bell, co-founder and Director of Dreamskape.
AR ride Dream Coaster is a rollercoaster simulator with 3D glassless technology, offering full naked-eye immersion. Once you're securely strapped into the coaster cart, the ride becomes a mind boggling 7D experience. Dream Coaster is available at Dreamskape Docklands and Knox, an unforgettable adrenaline rush for ages 3 and up.
Dreamrace's 360 coaster simulator Hurricane has six-axis motion technology that simulates the wildest twists, drops and turns, with 15 different mind-blowing experiences to choose from.
The multiplayer Dreamride is a motion driven VR ride where you are strapped into a motorbike-like cockpit for up to four players. Riders can choose from 8 different high-definition, cinematic adventure scenarios. Scenescapes include airborne and horse riding experiences, complete with real wind and water effects.
The space design for Dreamrace recently won the Gold Award at the Asia-Pacific Space Design Awards 2024–2025, with the design team Brand Space (China) supported by Melbourne architect Justin Lee of S2dio-X.
Together, Dreamskape (770 sqm) and Dreamrace Docklands (830 sqm) cover a huge 1600 square metres of fun-space in one indoor entertainment destination, available year round.
Between them, Melbourne business and life partners Joanna Chen and Fraser Bell have over five decades of experience in leading tourism and international technology projects. They worked with three of their adult children to create the Dreamskape brand, design the Koala Mascot 'Deekay', and install over 2.5 kilometers of light and data cabling for the flagship centre.
Joanna and Fraser plan to invest $30 million to build a total of 20 Dreamskape complexes in Australia & New Zealand over the next 5-8 years.
Fun lovers and thrill seekers of all ages are invited to interact with these future technologies in the Dreamskape new world reality.
Book now via Dreamskape.com.au.
Dreamskape and Dreamrace player reviews "
"It's like stepping into a video game, but you're really moving " climbing, racing, spinning. The VR and physical rides together make it feel so real."
- Ashley, 3008
"My kids have never experienced anything like this. They weren't just playing a game, they were inside it " jumping, dodging, and laughing the whole time."
- Tyson, 3000
"I've tried VR arcades overseas, but nothing where the rides move with you like this. The combination of technology and physical challenge makes it next-level."
- Kane, 3150
Dreamrace officially launched in September, right next door to Dreamskape at District Docklands, Melbourne. Dreamrace features new-tech VR rides with advanced motion simulators, as well as active adventure courses inspired by classic video game concepts.
A new Dreamskape is now open at Westfield Knox with Westfield Southland opening in December. Interstate Dreamskapes are set to open in 2026.
Dreamskape and Dreamrace offer a fully interactive hybrid experience that is unique in Australia. Players can choose from over 150 active games, immersive experiences, rides and adventure courses that combine cutting edge VR and AR with physical challenges and rollercoaster and motorbike inspired motion simulators.
"Several of our attractions are true Australian firsts, and many of them are normally only found at world expos or major theme parks overseas. For example, Dreamrace's Hurricane 360 VR is the only one of its kind in says Joanna Chen, co-founder and President of Dreamskape.
"Another Australian exclusive is our Dream Spartan and Dream Ronin adventure games at adventure games at Docklands: an active experience that we pioneered by combining advanced gaming software from the Netherlands with state-of-the-art hardware from China. It's the first time this technology has been integrated anywhere in the world, and Dreamrace is the only place you can play it."
While VR arcades exist in Asia, Europe, and the U.S., very few combine full-motion rides + naked-eye 3D + AR challenge games under one roof. Dreamskape offers a curated mix, making it one of the first entertainment centres globally to bring all of these technologies together in a family-friendly theme park setting.
"The balance of "tech immersion" and "physical activity" at Dreamskape and Dreamrace means players aren't just sitting in a headset " they're running, riding, spinning or climbing while interacting with virtual worlds. It transforms gaming tech into a shared, active experience, appealing to both kids and adults," says Fraser Bell, co-founder and Director of Dreamskape.
AR ride Dream Coaster is a rollercoaster simulator with 3D glassless technology, offering full naked-eye immersion. Once you're securely strapped into the coaster cart, the ride becomes a mind boggling 7D experience. Dream Coaster is available at Dreamskape Docklands and Knox, an unforgettable adrenaline rush for ages 3 and up.
Dreamrace's 360 coaster simulator Hurricane has six-axis motion technology that simulates the wildest twists, drops and turns, with 15 different mind-blowing experiences to choose from.
The multiplayer Dreamride is a motion driven VR ride where you are strapped into a motorbike-like cockpit for up to four players. Riders can choose from 8 different high-definition, cinematic adventure scenarios. Scenescapes include airborne and horse riding experiences, complete with real wind and water effects.
The space design for Dreamrace recently won the Gold Award at the Asia-Pacific Space Design Awards 2024–2025, with the design team Brand Space (China) supported by Melbourne architect Justin Lee of S2dio-X.
Together, Dreamskape (770 sqm) and Dreamrace Docklands (830 sqm) cover a huge 1600 square metres of fun-space in one indoor entertainment destination, available year round.
Between them, Melbourne business and life partners Joanna Chen and Fraser Bell have over five decades of experience in leading tourism and international technology projects. They worked with three of their adult children to create the Dreamskape brand, design the Koala Mascot 'Deekay', and install over 2.5 kilometers of light and data cabling for the flagship centre.
Joanna and Fraser plan to invest $30 million to build a total of 20 Dreamskape complexes in Australia & New Zealand over the next 5-8 years.
Fun lovers and thrill seekers of all ages are invited to interact with these future technologies in the Dreamskape new world reality.
Book now via Dreamskape.com.au.
Dreamskape and Dreamrace player reviews "
"It's like stepping into a video game, but you're really moving " climbing, racing, spinning. The VR and physical rides together make it feel so real."
- Ashley, 3008
"My kids have never experienced anything like this. They weren't just playing a game, they were inside it " jumping, dodging, and laughing the whole time."
- Tyson, 3000
"I've tried VR arcades overseas, but nothing where the rides move with you like this. The combination of technology and physical challenge makes it next-level."
- Kane, 3150
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