Science Centre Singapore in partnership with Kingsmen Exhibits is to host the Southeast Asian debut of a space exploration XR experience.
Inspired by NASA missions, ‘Space Explorers: The Infinite‘ is billed as the world’s largest space exploration experience in extended reality (XR).
Created by Felix & Paul Studios in collaboration with Time Studios and NASA, the show opens in Singapore on 12 October and runs through 24 March 2025.
The multi-sensory experience takes guests on a journey 400 kilometres above Earth where they can experience life on the International Space Station (ISS).
Expanding on the 2020 documentary series Space Explorers: The ISS Experience, it was curated using more than 250 hours of content filmed onboard the ISS, over 16 hours of astronaut testimonials, and the first-ever spacewalk filmed in virtual reality (VR).
During the experience, guests can take part in the simulated astronaut routines, explore a life-sized virtual recreation of the ISS, meet astronauts in VR, and enjoy a thrilling spacewalk.
“The rise of space tourism represents a pivotal moment in the history of space exploration,” said Lim Tit Meng, chief executive of the Science Centre Singapore board.
“Given the significant developments in commercial space travel, the prospect of civilians venturing beyond Earth’s atmosphere is no longer confined to science fiction.
Space Explorers: The Infinite
“But how many people have that opportunity to witness Earth from the vantage point of space? Space Explorers: The Infinite offers that unprecedented chance to experience the cosmos firsthand.”
Since 2021, Space Explorers: The Infinite has welcomed more than 400,000 visitors. Around 300 people have visited the International Space Station in real life.
Lim said, “This immersive experience enabled by cutting-edge technology and captivating storytelling aligns with our mission to spark a lifelong fascination for STEM and inspire the next generation of trailblazers who will set foot into distant world.”
“Thanks to immersive technologies, audiences can experience an astronaut’s journey from within. Hence, the limit is no longer access to space, but rather how we can bring space back to Earth,” said Felix Lajeunesse, co-founder of Felix & Paul Studios.
