Dubai International Airport (DXB) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has opened a game room concept called Game Space.
Game Space will be open 24 hours a day, with food and beverage options available. It features 40 gaming stations, each with a 50-inch screen and side-by-side seating for solo or multiplayer gaming. Featuring PCs and consoles, the variety of gaming options is designed to offer something for every guest. Key hardware for 20 of the 40 gaming stations will be provided by computer hardware company Asus’ Republic of Gamers (ROG) gaming brand. Each ROG gaming station will have a PC with a motherboard plus a ROG 2K 240Hz monitor, a high-resolution ROG headset, a ROG RGB mechanical keyboard, a high-precision ROG mouse and an ergonomic ROG gaming chair.
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Game Space is located in the center of the DXB Family Zone at B Gates in Terminal 3. It is open to passengers of all ages for an additional fee, from experienced gamers to families wanting to try the game for the first time. The independent airport lounge and experiences program Priority Pass will also offer play time to its members. Other cardmember programs in the space will be available soon. There are 20 game titles available to play in the lounge, including Fortnite, League of Legends, Gran Turismo 7 and Crash Bandicoot.
Eugene Barry, Executive Vice President Commercial, Dubai Airports, said: “We are delighted to be partnering with Game Space to launch this new gaming lounge for our global guests, which adds an exciting new element to our existing range of retail, food and hospitality. partnerships throughout the airport.”
Frédéric Briest, Co-Director of Game Space, said: “Working with strategic gaming partners like Asus, we believe we have a unique collaboration to push the boundaries of what the lounge experience can be. We are delighted to deliver unique moments and fun for both beginners and experienced players transiting from Dubai.”
Errol McGlothan, Co-Director of Game Space, commented: “We are delighted to be working with Dubai Airports to deliver an innovative new gaming experience for travelers in the world’s leading hub. We know gaming is incredibly popular in the region and Game Space will enable travelers to exchange their waiting time at the airport for their playing time.”