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VAE FACTS
General Facts
• Like the
America’s Army game, the VAE is designed to
provide visitors with a high-fidelity, information-rich experience in which
participants can take part in a virtual test drive of Soldiering in the U.S.
Army.
• The VAE is featured at large events across the country, including festivals,
state fairs and air shows.
•
America’s Army Real Heroes (Soldiers who have
distinguished themselves in combat and earned citations for bravery and valor)
will appear with the VAE at select locations.
• Scenarios presented within the VAE Mission Simulator are based on the
America’s Army PC game, which is rated T for
Teen by the ESRB. As with the PC game, VAE participants operate under rules of
engagement and laws of land warfare in order to achieve mission success.
• The VAE features Army combat systems adapted for use within the VAE. These
systems employ laser engagement and pneumatic recoil to replicate the feel and
function of Army equipment.
• The VAE supports up to 75 participants per hour (including the convoy
simulation and game stations).
• The total VAE immersive experience takes approximately 30 minutes.
• At select events, Army Drill Sergeants welcome visitors to the VAE, engage
them in physical strength challenges, and hold informative QA sessions regarding
Army lifestyles and careers.
• When the VAE hosts the U.S. Army Golden Knights, visitors can watch their
aerial demonstrations, then help them pack their parachutes.
• Numerous media outlets, including The Wall Street Journal, Fox News, CNN and
AdWeek, have covered the Virtual Army Experience in feature stories.
Fun Facts
• Houses more than 35 flat screens and more than 2.5 miles of data cable.
• Requires more than 35 computers to run the experience.
• Has the equivalent computing power of an Army Stryker Battalion.
• Is covered by an inflatable dome weighing over 2,700 pounds.
Awards
• Gold Effie for Government, Institution & Recruitment (2009)
• Silver Effie for Brand Experience (2009)
• Guinness World Record for Largest Traveling Game Simulator
• Jay Chiat Award for Brand Experience & Innovative Design (2009)
• Corporate EVENT Judge’s
Choice Award for Best Road Show/Multi-Venue Event (2009)
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