Get behind the wheel of a kart and dive into a thrilling virtual race! With EVA KARTING GP,the EVA (Esports Virtual Arenas) e-sports arena will offer a virtual reality karting experience in 2026 (with a preview at its Paris-Est center) that is unique in France, halfway between a life-size video game and an immersive arcade race. Accessible, family-friendly, and driven by a concept that is both fun and technological, this new feature pushes the boundaries of immersive leisure.
In this new experience, you take part in a frenzied four-player race on real electric karts, on an indoor circuit that has been completely redesigned through the prism of video games. Thanks to a VR headset and onboard technology, you'll see the setting of a virtual world worthy of an arcade racing game, with special effects and interactive "powers" to trigger in the middle of the race: fireballs, shells, lightning bolts... each game becomes a real strategic and sensory challenge.
Designed as a hybrid between Mario Kart andthe e-sport experience, EVA KARTING GP offers a format that is much more accessible to the general public than the competitive shooting games usually offered by EVA. Here, you don't need to be a seasoned gamer or competition enthusiast: the races are fast, fun, and hassle-free, with an intuitive gameplay system that focuses on immediate enjoyment. It's an ideal format for families, accompanied children, outings with friends, or team-building activities.
This game is for thrill seekers, technology enthusiasts, and anyone who dreams of embodying their favorite video game character... in real life. However, if you are prone to motion sickness in virtual reality (although there is no motion sickness), or if you are looking for traditional karting based on pure speed and timing, EVA KARTING GP may not meet your expectations.
The great strength of this activity is its ability to immerse the player in an interactive arena where each race turns into a battle. The strategic aspect of the items to be used—should you throw a fireball now or save a boost for the final stretch?—adds a tactical dimension to the fun. The scenery changes according to the virtual circuits, all set to a rhythmic soundtrack.
Each race lasts around 15 minutes, allowing you to play several games in a short space of time and vary the team configurations. It's a great way to compete with friends or strengthen group cohesion during an event.
Our test of EVA Karting GP:
We were able to test this experience in a preview "beta" version at EVA Paris-Est. First, let's talk about the kart: although it could be improved (and will be), it is a technological marvel in its own right, allowing you to experience the same sensations as in video games of this genre. It stops when you leave the track, slows down when you drive through a puddle or get hit by a projectile... The kart adapts to the game with a certain fluidity.
On the other hand, the vehicle is quite low (good luck getting in) and the steering wheel is quite sensitive (it's easy to drift, even when you don't want to). But note that a handbrake-style controller allows you to drift freely, including a button to trigger bonuses. Drifting can be a little scary for beginners, but don't panic: you'll quickly get the hang of it, and the game recommends that you first take a lap without drifting to get a feel for the kart and master it.
As for the game itself, it's colorful and rather well done. The bonuses are pretty cool, and they're fairly easy to use. This is a crazy racing game that will undoubtedly delight fans of the genre. That said, there's nothing revolutionary about the gameplay, except for the VR and real-life aspects with the karts and the effects produced. But the experience, which is unique in its kind, is well worth the detour. All you have to do is wait until early 2026 to discover the experience for yourself!
EVA KARTING GP is located in a venue already renowned for its team-based virtual reality activities, notably thanks to its flagship game, EVA VR, a life-size arena FPS. With this new attraction, EVA is broadening its audience by offering a more accessible, family-friendly leisure activity without sacrificing technical quality or dynamism. The atmosphere is friendly, immersive, and fast-paced, with professional staff on hand to assist every player, regardless of their skill level.
Located in EVA centers in Île-de-France and elsewhere in France, VR karting fits perfectly into an outing combining several activities: ideal for a birthday, a family weekend, a trip with friends, or even an original date. If you enjoy video games, immersive experiences, or simply leisure activities that are out of the ordinary, you will find an activity here that will renew your outing habits.
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Location
EVA Paris-Est
145 Boulevard Chanzy
93100 Montreuil
Access
Metro line 9 "Robespierre" station
Recommended age
From 12 years old
Official website
www.eva.gg
