DA-042 - “The Pocket Arcade”

Object Class: Safe

Secure Containment Guidelines:

DA-042 is to be contained within a standard secure containment locker at Site-██. The locker is to be fitted with a keypad lock, with access restricted to Level 3 personnel and above. The locker is to be monitored by surveillance cameras at all times. No personnel are allowed to enter DA-042 without proper authorization from the Site Director.

Description:

DA-042 is a miniature arcade building measuring approximately 30 centimeters in height, 20 centimeters in width, and 25 centimeters in length. The structure appears to be constructed of a combination of wood, plastic, and metal, with intricate detailing and realistic architecture. Despite its diminutive size, DA-042 contains a fully functional arcade with various games and attractions.

The interior of DA-042 consists of a main entrance, a small ticket booth, and a central arcade area. The arcade area contains multiple game cabinets, each featuring a different game. The games range from classic arcade titles to more modern interactive experiences. Notably, the games within DA-042 exhibit high levels of detail and complexity, comparable to their full-sized counterparts.

The anomalous properties of DA-042 manifest when an individual enters the arcade and begins playing one of the games. Upon playing a game, the individual becomes completely immersed in the virtual world of the game, perceiving it as reality. The person retains all physical and mental abilities within the virtual world, experiencing the game as if they were inside it.

The effects of DA-042 are not limited to visual and auditory stimuli. Individuals report feeling physical sensations, such as impacts, temperature changes, and even pain, as dictated by the game's mechanics. However, no actual harm or injury occurs to the individual playing the game, even when the game involves potentially hazardous situations.

The duration of immersion within the virtual world varies based on the game being played. Some games last only a few minutes, while others can extend for hours. Upon completion of the game or at any point during gameplay, the individual is able to exit the virtual world and return to the physical reality of DA-042.

Addendum:

DA-042 came to the attention of the organization after a series of reports from a local amusement park regarding a "magical miniature arcade" appearing and disappearing randomly on the premises. After confirming the anomalous nature of the arcade and conducting interviews with affected individuals, the organization acquired DA-042 and established its containment procedures.

 Incident DA-042-A

During a routine maintenance check, a Level 2 personnel breached containment procedures and entered DA-042 without proper authorization. The individual engaged in gameplay and became immersed in a virtual racing game. Due to the inability to exit the virtual world, the personnel experienced a panic attack.

Emergency procedures were initiated, and the individual was successfully removed from DA-042 using remote-access drones. The personnel made a full recovery but was reprimanded and reassigned to non-anomalous duties.

Further experimentation on DA-042's effects and the nature of its virtual worlds is currently under consideration.