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Redbird Esports

Facilities

Esports Arena and Gaming Area

In October, the Board of Trustees approved a $5.95 million renovation to the Bowling and Billiards Center (BBC) that will transform the event room in the building’s south end into an esports arena and gaming area. The completed space will be one of the largest of its kind in the nation at over 11,000 square feet and feature 72 high-end gaming PCs, dedicated team showcase spaces, the most popular and latest generation gaming consoles, space for tabletop games, a broadcast and production booth, and student support rooms.

The main area default layout includes 72 high-powered gaming machines as well as a four-sided display that can show broadcasts of Redbird Esports competitions. The varsity rooms are separated from the main space by a glass wall. The arena will also have Nintendo Switch, Sony PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X consoles available for casual student use.

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Reserve the Redbird Gaming Complex

To request a reservation, email BowlingandBilliards@IllinoisState.edu or call (309) 438-4263.

Space is not guaranteed, and all reservations are subject to change. Please submit all requests at least two weeks in advance of the event; the earlier the request is made, the better we can accommodate. Hosting Redbird Gaming clubs are responsible for all damage and policy violations committed by club members and/or spectators when using Campus Recreation facilities.

Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance, or the club may be charged the standard rental rate for the facility. To request a cancellation, email BowlingandBilliards@IllinoisState.edu or call (309) 438-4263.