UO Esports Lounge – University of Oregon, Eugene, OR, USA

A university-run facility offering high-end esports PCs, consoles, and public booking options. Tucked inside the Experiential Media & UO Recreation Center, the EMU Esports Lounge serves as a community-powered sanctuary for gamers across campus. It moves effortlessly between competitive energy and laid-back vibes, offering students a place to unwind, practice, or just hang out with friends.

While precise equipment details aren’t publicly listed, the space is thoughtfully set up with high-performance PCs and HDMI-compatible consoles—ready for drop-in play, club meetups, or varsity-level practice. The lounge is accessible to all UO students with a Rec membership, creating a level invitation whether you’re in for a walkthrough of a new game or gearing up for tournament scrimmages.

Beyond gaming itself, the lounge buzzes with life through student-led clubs, watch parties, casual LAN game nights, and occasional community events—making it both a social hangout and a hub for agency and connection. It functions like a living room for UO’s gaming community: welcoming, adaptive, and energized by curiosity.

Gaming at a glance:
📍 1395 University St. Eugene, OR 97403
🕒 Open daily during term: UO students $3.50/hr, faculty $4.50/hr, public $6.00/hr
💻 25 Alienware PCs, PS5/Xbox/Switch stations—i7/RTX 4070 rigs
🏆 Bookable for birthday parties, parties, team-building, open gaming
💲 Tiered hourly & term passes; peripheral-friendly
🎯 Great for students, LAN nights, and community events

📞 +1 (541) 346-4163
📧 uoesports@uoregon.edu
🌐 https://emu.uoregon.edu/esports/lounge