I had the same thoughts and went through a bunch of research before finally deciding to go with a vr franchise https://battlestart.com/dealer setup. I ended up working with Battle Start, who were super clear from day one about what's included: full technical training, equipment with warranty, a wide catalog of multiplayer games, marketing materials, and ongoing support. The profit margins they showed matched what I’ve been seeing in reality too — I took the dealer option and made back a huge chunk of my investment in the first 6 months, mostly thanks to consistent group bookings. Their structure was especially helpful — I didn’t need to build a game library or figure out tracking systems myself. I also appreciated their clarity: they broke down roles, helped me assign staff for weekends, and even offered materials in local languages for onboarding. They also have a page that explains their franchise model and how to get started — I’d definitely check it out if you’re serious about launching. Just make sure your space is above 50 sqm and has room for 4+ players. They’ll guide you through the rest.