I was so waiting to visit Proto and was very excited BUT sadly I must say I was disappointed a little bit. I like VR and technical/science things. But when first thing you try doesn't work....okay maybe the second works, but no. Walked down to the main area and pretty much the same thing. Some things don't work or don't work correctly....this brings down your enthusiasm. I didn't mind waiting in lines to try things but when there's 4 of the same attractions and 2 of them doesn't work... I understand that there are a lot of very young visitors,who doesn't handle things gently, but please hire more staff who could regularly check attractions. I mentioned to the staff about one broken attraction and she said she can't do anything about it?!?! One more thing: why were "Vabalennumasin" ja "Vormel" so slow moving? I mean when you hold the throttle to the floor you can easily ride the course without lifting the pedal? Wouldn't it be possible to somehow select the speed setting on these machines? In conclusion it would be very cool place if everything would work as it should. I'm sorry to give so low score but I will raise it if things get fixed next...
Read moreVery nice service, out of all the museums in Tallinn we have probably come across the kindest folks in this one. :) As for the exhibits, if you have not been to any VR place yet, it could be interesting to visit, but to be honest, due to the level of the VR games they have here they will be enjoyed more by children than by adults (or by adults who have never seen VR yet - but even they might get bored after some time). This was already clear when we saw mostly screaming kids running around the place upon entering, and trying the gadgets just made it more obvious. We actually found them so basic that we left without trying all of them, and it's also worth mentioning that you need to pair up with someone to enjoy some of them, so it wouldn't really be worth going solo. As some commenters said, it's also true that not all of the things worked - this I wouldn't blame on the management though, as it can indeed be difficult to keep up with so many kids who probably don't handle everything as they should, and it's clear that the management does a great job, running everything as...
Read moreThe PROTO Invention Factory is a modern pavilion offering a mix of virtual reality experiences and a handful of traditional Estonian games geared mostly toward children. The space is sleek and futuristic, clearly designed to showcase technological creativity, with the highlight being the VR stations scattered throughout the exhibit. However, if you're not particularly interested in using virtual reality headsets or if VR tends to make you dizzy or uncomfortable, the experience may feel quite underwhelming. Aside from the VR elements, the remaining activities are limited and relatively simple, which might not justify the entrance fee for all visitors. Despite what some promotional materials suggest, you won’t need 2 to 3 hours to explore the venue. The visit is much shorter, an hour is usually more than enough to see and try everything, especially if it's not crowded. All in all, PROTO might appeal to families with children who are excited to try VR for the first time, but for adults or visitors looking for a broader or more in-depth experience, it...
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