Virtuix: VR Treadmill Leader Raises New Funding, Valuation Soars to $200 Million!

The leading company in the virtual reality (VR) field, Virtuix, recently announced the completion of a new round of funding. In this so-called "Series B-2" round, the company raised over $3.27 million from more than 1,300 investors via the crowdfunding platform StartEngine. This marks a new milestone in Virtuix's consumer VR device strategy, with the company's total valuation now reaching $201 million.

From Crowdfunding to Professional Markets

Founded in 2013, Virtuix first gained attention on Kickstarter with its innovative concept. Its first-generation product—Omni—raised $1.1 million on Kickstarter, laying a solid foundation for the company. Virtuix has since iterated and upgraded, launching Omniverse, Omni One, and more, gradually building a complete VR sports ecosystem.

This new round of funding is not just for expanding production, but also to prepare for the launch of a brand new product—Omni Mission Trainer (OMT). This system, designed for military training, is co-developed by Virtuix and the U.S. Air Force. OMT allows soldiers to train in a virtual 360-degree environment, carrying real weapons and gear for highly realistic team combat simulations.

Market Recognition and Brand Expansion

According to public data, Virtuix has raised over $40 million in total and attracted well-known VCs like Mark Cuban, Maveron, and Scout Ventures. In addition to individual users, Virtuix's products are rapidly entering enterprise and commercial scenarios. For example, Virtuix has sold $18 million worth of products to large entertainment chains like Dave & Buster's.

Notably, although Virtuix remains a private company, it has a large user base, with over 400,000 registered players. More importantly, its factory can produce up to 3,000 Omni One units per month, proving its manufacturing capabilities.

Boldly Entering the Military Training Market

This round of funding not only recognizes Virtuix's technical strength, but also marks an important step into the professional market. The launch of OMT means Virtuix is venturing into the high-barrier, high-profit military market. Of course, this transition is not without challenges, as the military market has strict technical and compliance requirements.

Nevertheless, with the continued rise of the VR industry and more diverse application scenarios, Virtuix's future looks promising. As a pioneer in VR sports equipment, every step Virtuix takes is worth watching.