Ghostly Episode Expands SpongeBob VR BubbleCoaster Adventures

The SpongeBob VR Bubble Coaster is expanding its immersive underwater adventures with the release of its first new episode. The “Ghost Coaster,” developed by Rilix LLC and Andamiro USA, and licensed by Nickelodeon, is a downloadable upgrade that joins the Bubble Coaster’s original three rides, bringing a spooky new dimension to the hit VR attraction.

The Ghost Coaster episode takes riders on a ghostly high-seas adventure featuring the Flying Dutchman, one of SpongeBob SquarePants’ most memorable motifs. This nighttime-themed ride boasts glowing effects around the legendary Dutchman ship, creating an eerie yet family-friendly experience. Like the original episodes, Ghost Coaster incorporates interactive gameplay, allowing riders to use hand gestures to shoot at ghostly jellyfish. A hauntingly immersive soundtrack completes the experience, enhancing the thrill of the Flying Dutchman’s high-seas adventure.

The 4-minute episode is available now as a downloadable software upgrade for existing Bubble Coasters, priced at $2,395 MSRP. To ensure a seamless upgrade, coasters must be connected to the internet, and operators are asked to provide unit serial numbers and contact information with their orders. And effectively immediately, new Bubble Coaster orders will include the Ghost Coaster episode, shipping with the three original rides, “Plankton Robot,” “Goo Lagoon” and “Krusty Krab.”

“The Ghost Coaster is the first update to our unattended SpongeBob virtual reality attraction,” said Andamiro USA president Drew Maniscalco. “The Bubble Coaster is not a one-off product. As part of our commitment to operators who invest in this game, we plan to release new content annually. This approach ensures their coasters stay fresh and their earnings remain strong.”

SpongeBob VR Bubble Coaster continues to deliver on its promise of affordable, unattended VR entertainment featuring beloved characters and multigenerational appeal. Designed for family entertainment centers, arcades and vending routes, the compact attraction operates without an attendant, supports cashless and banknote payments, features harmonious wind and vibration haptics, delivers swift ROI and offers a long service life.

As part of its service commitment, Rilix is offering a courtesy refurbishment package to Bubble Coasters receiving an episode upgrade. This includes new decals for the fiberglass coaster pod and new fabric straps for the Meta headsets. Rilix is not charging for the replacement parts or shipping – it’s all free.

For more information on the Ghost Coaster upgrade and the SpongeBob VR lineup, please contact Andamiro USA at sales@andamirousa.com or reach out to your distributor. Rilix support is available seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET at support@rilix.business or (772) 874-3343.

About Rilix LLC

Founded in 2014 and based in Melbourne, FL, Rilix specializes in creating immersive roller coaster simulators and games on an affordable virtual reality platform. More than 1,000 location-based Rilix coasters have been placed in 25 countries, attracting some 7 million users. Its compact VR pods are perfectly sized to snap into most spaces in retail locations or to stand out as major attractions on the game room floors.

About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 45th year, is the No. 1 entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The brand includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, digital, location-based experiences, publishing and feature films. Nickelodeon is a part of Paramount’s (Nasdaq: PARA, PARAA) global portfolio of multimedia entertainment brands.

About Andamiro

Andamiro Co. Ltd., based in South Korea and founded in 1992, is a leading designer and manufacturer of high-quality amusement machines known for their innovative gameplay. Its U.S. division, Andamiro USA Corp., located in Irving, TX, handles marketing, sales and service across North America. Andamiro is dedicated to delivering entertainment experiences that players love and arcade operators value. Our licensing partners include MLB Players Association, NFL Players Inc., Nickelodeon, Universal, The Walt Disney Co. (i.e. Marvel and Lucasfilm), and Genius Brands. Andamiro and Andamiro USA are online, respectively at andamiro.com and andamirousa.com.