Gather
Virtual Workspace Where Remote Teams Connect Naturally
About Gather
Gather is a virtual office platform that enables remote teams to collaborate in customizable 2D spatial environments with proximity-based video and audio. Teams can spontaneously walk up to colleagues' desks, join meeting rooms, and host social events in themed spaces — replicating the natural interactions of a physical office. The platform includes AI meeting notes, async chat, and integrations with Slack, Google Calendar, and other work tools.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Spontaneous conversations happen naturally by walking up to colleagues — no scheduling needed
- Spatial audio creates an immersive in-person feel with realistic proximity-based communication
- Highly customizable 2D environments with embedded games and interactive objects for social events
- Transparent guest-friendly pricing — pay only for team members, not external visitors
- Strong integration ecosystem with Slack, Google Calendar, Outlook, GitHub, and Spotify
- Built-in social spaces and games make team events feel organic rather than forced
Cons
- Performance issues on older hardware — can overheat PCs and drain battery when running all day
- Steep learning curve for initial setup and environment customization
- Limited mobile experience compared to desktop/browser versions
- Requires stable high-speed internet — audio/video quality degrades on poor connections
Key Features
Spatial Audio & Video
Proximity-based communication where you see and hear people within a radius around your avatar, with natural audio fading as you move away
Customizable Virtual Offices
Fully customizable 2D environments including offices, meeting rooms, event spaces, and social areas with interactive objects and games
AI Meeting Notes
Automatic meeting recording with AI-generated transcripts, summaries, and action items for follow-up
Private Spaces & Meeting Rooms
Designated areas where attendees can see and hear each other regardless of distance with screensharing capabilities
Async Chat System
Multi-level chat with Everyone, Nearby, and Private messaging plus persistent channels for asynchronous communication
Calendar & Integrations
Native connections to Slack, Google Calendar, Outlook, GitHub, Spotify, Google Drive, and Trello
Custom Avatars & Status
Personalized avatars with busy/available status indicators showing when you're open for conversation
Event Spaces
Host company gatherings, happy hours, and celebrations in themed environments like rooftop bars or game rooms with built-in activities
Pricing
- Up to 10 users
- Limited customization
- Basic video and audio
- Community support
- Unlimited team members
- Full office customization
- AI meeting notes
- Async chat
- Calendar integrations
- 30-day free trial up to 50 users
- All Town features
- Advanced customization tools
- Priority support
- Enhanced analytics
- All City features
- Dedicated account manager
- Enterprise-grade security
- SLA guarantees
Best For
Persistent Virtual Office
Replace physical office with a virtual workspace where teams spontaneously connect, collaborate at desks, and drop by for quick questions
Virtual Team Events
Host company happy hours, game nights, and celebrations in custom-designed spaces with built-in activities and themed environments
Remote Onboarding
Walk new employees through the virtual office, introduce them to colleagues casually, and provide visual presence for mentorship
Coworking Sessions
Work alongside teammates in focused, pomodoro, or casual modes to maintain accountability and social connection during deep work
Client Meetings
Host prospects in branded virtual spaces for interactive demos, office tours, and collaborative sessions
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