WorldXO: 18 Extraordinary Experiences Open Now & Coming Soon: March 2026

March 2026, WXO

We’re honored to see Baron Von Opperbean & the River of Time included in WorldXO’s global roundup of extraordinary immersive experiences opening around the world in 2026.

The feature places BVO alongside internationally recognized immersive projects, museums, and experience-driven destinations across London, Tokyo, Los Angeles, Montreal, Paris, and beyond — highlighting the growing momentum surrounding immersive storytelling, experiential design, and creative world-building in Memphis.

As always, we’re grateful to be part of a larger global community pushing the boundaries of art, play, technology, and interactive storytelling.

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WorldXO describes BVO as:

“A ground-breaking immersive adventure that fuses the exploration of an open-world video game with the storytelling of a choose-your-own-adventure book.”

The article highlights:

• BVO’s phased opening inside the former Mississippi River Museum

• Interactive physical and digital storytelling environments

• Live performers and holographic AI integration

• The transformation of the museum’s historic riverboats into immersive set pieces

• BVO’s long-term vision to become the largest immersive playground experience of its kind in the Mid-South

The roundup also featured immersive projects and institutions from across the globe, reflecting the continued evolution of the international experience economy.