What ProTubeVR does

ProTubeVR, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Marseille, France, designs, manufactures, and distributes physical accessories for virtual reality headsets. Its core product lines include modular VR gunstocks (MagTube, ForceTube, Starter CQB), a universal haptic pistol (ProVolver Elite), controller grips (ProStraps), a flight joystick (ProTas), a golf club attachment (SWINGiT), and a saber/paddle (ProSaber). Underlying technology centers on a proprietary magnetic controller mount system with interchangeable headset-specific cups covering 14+ VR platforms (Meta Quest 2/3/3S/Pro, PS VR2, Valve Index, Pico 4 Ultra), and dual haptic recoil systems — the ForceTube's 12-joule native-integrated shoulder recoil with 70+ game partnerships, and the ProVolver Elite's universal mechanical trigger for titles without native support. Manufacturing is conducted in-house at the company's 3D printing park in Marseille, the largest such facility in southern France, which also supports paid external rapid-prototyping services.

The company operates a primarily product-led, direct-to-consumer e-commerce model through its own 8-language storefront, supplemented by a retailer network and dedicated B2B channels for arcade/LBE operators (ProBolter line), defense and armed-forces training (defense.protubevr.com), and external 3D printing clients. Pricing is one-time hardware with SKUs ranging from €30 (ProStraps, controller mounts, spare parts) to €369 (ForceTube) and €210 for Signature Series limited-edition designer collaborations; bundled entry-level packages (FirstSteps) are sold at a 20% discount to reduce entry friction. Marketing is community-driven, relying on YouTube creator reviews, Discord, Reddit, social channels, and a monthly newsletter with a 10% first-order incentive, while the brand offers a 30-day money-back guarantee and a 2-year worldwide warranty.

ProTubeVR is privately held and bootstrapped, with no disclosed external funding, parent company, or M&A history. Ownership is opaque, no management team is publicly listed, and revenue figures are not disclosed. Customer concentration is distributed across VR FPS gamers (primary), sport/rhythm players, simulation enthusiasts, arcade operators, defense clients, and 3D printing service buyers — a long-tail, multi-segment base that limits single-customer dependency but ties the company's fortunes to the broader VR hardware adoption cycle, particularly Meta Quest shipment cadence and platform-level controller geometry changes.

Name

ProTubeVR

Legal name

ProTubeVR

Website

https://protubevr.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ProTubeVR is a privately held French hardware maker that designs and 3D-prints modular VR gunstocks, haptic recoil accessories, and controller mounts for consumers, arcades, and defense training customers across 14+ headset platforms.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

VR Gaming Accessories

NAICS

Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (334118)

SIC

Household Audio & Video Equipment (3651)

akta.pro primary industry

VR/XR Hardware & Accessories (Headsets, Controllers, Trackers, Haptics) (MPAFAGAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

VR Headsets & Accessories (CRACAOAE), VR/AR Gaming Hardware (Headsets & Controllers) (HDACANAD)

Keywords

• VR gaming accessories
• VR gunstocks
• Haptic feedback peripherals
• VR controller mounts
• VR FPS equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Marseille

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. VR Hardware Accessories: One-time purchase hardware sales of VR gunstocks, haptic modules, controller mounts, straps, golf clubs, joysticks, and spare parts. Products sold in various configurations (color, armature material, stock type). Revenue is transaction-based with no recurring component for individual accessories.
2. Product Bundles: Pre-configured starter bundles (FirstSteps) combining gunstock, golf club, and straps at discounted package price (20% off). Provides entry-point purchase option for new VR players.
3. Signature Series Limited Editions: Designer/collaboration limited edition gunstock variants (VRML, Ragesaq, Xyrage, ScopeOG, Luck of the Irish, TechMan, Into The Radius, GhostVR) at premium price point.
4. B2B Manufacturing Services: Rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing (3D printing) services for external clients. Located in Marseille with largest 3D printing park in the South of France. Free quotes within 24 hours.
5. Arcade/LBE and Defense Solutions: Dedicated haptic gunstocks and pistols for entertainment venues and professional defense/army training applications. Customized solutions for enterprise clients.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

ProTubeVR designs, manufactures, and sells modular physical VR accessories centered on VR gunstocks and haptic feedback systems. Its product ecosystem includes the MagTube adjustable gunstock, ForceTube haptic recoil gunstock, ProVolver Elite universal haptic pistol, ProStraps controller grips, ProTas joystick, SWINGiT golf club, and ProSaber, all built around a proprietary magnetic controller mount system compatible with 14+ VR headset brands. The company also offers B2B 3D printing and rapid prototyping services from its Marseille facility.

Product overview

ProTubeVR is a VR accessories company offering a modular ecosystem of physical products centered around gunstocks and controller attachments. The core product lines include MagTube (adjustable gunstock with magnetic reloads), ForceTube (haptic recoil shoulder stock), ProVolver Elite (universal haptic pistol), and Starter CQB (entry-level gunstock). Supporting accessories include ProStraps controller grips, ProTas flight joysticks, SWINGiT golf clubs, and ProSaber blades. The ecosystem uses interchangeable headset-specific controller mounts, allowing users to switch between VR headsets without replacing entire accessories. Products are designed for repairability with available spare parts, and the company offers business solutions for arcades, LBE venues, and defense training applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Signature Series: Limited edition designer collaborations featuring exclusive VR gunstock designs created with prominent VR players and esports personalities including VRML, Ragesaq, Xyrage, ScopeOG, Luck of the Irish, TechMan, Into The Radius, and GhostVR.

Products and services

• MagTube Adjustable VR Gunstock

Quantifiable outcome

• ForceTube delivers up to 12 joules of shoulder recoil feedback
• +3 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• AMVR: AMVR produces VR gunstocks, controller grips, and face pads for Meta Quest, PSVR2, and Pico headsets. Direct competitor with overlapping product line (adjustable gunstocks) and the same consumer VR shooter customer base.
• ZyberVR: ZyberVR sells VR gunstocks, controller grips, batteries, and neck/head straps for Meta Quest and other headsets. Closely comparable to ProTubeVR's accessory portfolio and consumer gaming target market.
• DESTEK: DESTEK makes VR controller grips, gunstocks, and face covers for Meta Quest, PSVR2, and other major headsets. Comparable through overlapping SKUs, headset-agnostic accessory approach, and B2C e-commerce distribution.
• Kiwi Design: Kiwi Design is one of the most established third-party VR accessories makers, producing gunstocks, controller grips, battery straps, and face covers for Meta Quest and other headsets. Directly comparable to ProTubeVR across product category, target customer (consumer VR gamers), and B2C e-commerce GTM.
• VR Cover: VR Cover produces silicone face covers, controller grips, and other VR comfort/accessory products for all major headsets. Comparable to ProTubeVR as a third-party VR accessories specialist with multi-headset compatibility and consumer-direct distribution.
• BOBOVR: BOBOVR is a Meta-Quest-focused accessories brand offering straps, battery packs, gunstocks, and grips. Highly comparable to ProTubeVR in product type, headset compatibility focus, and e-commerce-led distribution.

Emerging players

• Studioform Creative: Studioform Creative produces 3D-printed VR accessories including gunstocks and lens covers, with a niche focus on customizable printed parts. Comparable to ProTubeVR's modular/accessory approach and its use of in-house additive manufacturing.
• Annaprime (AP VR): Annaprime is a smaller VR accessories maker producing straps, grips, and gunstocks for Meta Quest headsets. Emerging direct competitor with partial product overlap to ProTubeVR's accessories portfolio.
• Bigscreen Beyond: Bigscreen Beyond is a small-form-factor VR headset maker with deep ties to enthusiast VR gaming communities. Comparable through shared focus on high-end, enthusiast-tier VR hardware experiences and overlapping premium VR customer base.

Broad incumbents

• Meta (Reality Labs): Meta owns the Quest platform that anchors ProTubeVR's largest addressable market and also sells first-party accessories (Elite Strap, Active Strap). Broad incumbent that could expand first-party accessory offerings and squeeze third-party accessory makers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ProTubeVR
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCnrBJ8KQE3-JQrwVBib7J-w
• Facebookfacebook.com/ProTubeVR
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/protubevr
• Instagraminstagram.com/protubevr

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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