This March Break , history comes alive like never before at the Palais des congrès de Montréal with the latest VR experience: ROME, In Caesar’s Footsteps, a large-scale immersive virtual reality experience transporting visitors 2,000 years back to the dramatic final days of the Roman Republic.
Created and produced in Montreal by Studio Shaman, this free-roaming VR adventure blends cutting-edge technology, historical rigor, and cinematic storytelling.
Audiences step directly into the political intrigues of the Senate, the bustling streets of the Forum, and the military camps of Rome … all leading to the pivotal assassination of Julius Caesar.
A First-of-Its-Kind Immersive Historical Experience
ROME, In Caesar’s Footsteps is the first large-scale immersive VR experience dedicated entirely to the Roman Republic. Combining exploration, interaction, and narrative depth, the experience allows participants not just to witness history but also to influence it. Your decisions matter in the narrative
Using intuitive hand-tracking technology, guests can:
- Walk freely through Rome at full scale
- Hold historical objects such as a flabellum
- Symbolically face a lion in the arena
- Follow characters with their gaze to unlock narrative sequences
- Interact naturally with their surroundings in key story moments
Iconic locations are faithfully recreated with extraordinary detail, including:
- The Domus
- Caesar’s Forum
- The Senate
- The Circus Maximus
- Roman military camps
The story is grounded in documented historical events, drawing from key milestones in Caesar’s life : including the Gallic Wars, the formation of the Triumvirate, and the Senate conspiracy that culminated in the legendary words, “Tu quoque, fili mi?”
A Technological and Artistic Achievement
Powered by a revolutionary immersive production pipeline developed by Studio Shaman, ROME pushes the boundaries of VR storytelling. This world premiere showcases state-of-the-art visual rendering, spatialized sound, and seamless user interaction to create an experience that feels strikingly real.
“Rome has never felt so alive,” say the creators and participants will quickly understand why.
Event Details
Location:
Palais des congrès de Montréal
201 Viger Avenue West, Montreal (Place-d’Armes Metro)
On-site parking available ($)
Duration: Approximately 45 minutes (standing, free movement; seating available)
Dates & Times:
Visitors select their preferred time slot when purchasing tickets.
Age Requirement:
Ages 8 and up. Children aged 8–12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Accessibility:
Wheelchair accessible (manual wheelchairs recommended for optimal navigation). One complimentary ticket is provided for an accompanying person.
Health & Safety Notice:
Not recommended for pregnant women or individuals with epilepsy or heart conditions. Each guest must complete an individual waiver prior to participation.
Group Bookings:
Corporate and school groups may arrange customized visits by contacting info@studioshaman.com.
An Experience for All Generations
Designed for history enthusiasts, families, students, and curious explorers alike, ROME, In Caesar’s Footsteps offers an unforgettable educational and emotional journey into one of history’s most decisive turning points.
Gift cards are also available, making this immersive voyage into Ancient Rome a unique and memorable present.
Step into history. Walk beside Caesar. Witness the fall of a Republic.