The Las Vegas Strip is getting its first-ever dedicated esports arena in 2018 and its going to replace a nightclub at the iconic Luxor Hotel and Casino.
The venue — called Esports Arena Las Vegas — was announced today by Esports Arena and its investor Allied Esports. The companies currently operate esports venues in Santa Ana, California, and Beijing, as well as a pop-up esports arena truck in Europe.
"We have very ambitious expansion plans over the next two years, and when we realized that a location at Luxor was possible, we jumped at the opportunity to develop our flagship here," Jud Hannigan, CEO of Allied Esports International, said in a release. "Just as Yankee Stadium, Madison Square Garden and Wembley Stadium are considered their sports' most aspirational venues by players and fans alike, Esports Arena Las Vegas will be the iconic destination in esports and complement the city's incredible appeal, attracting video gaming competitors and fans from around the world." Read more...
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