Minnesota State University Mankato Esports Lounge – Mankato, MN, USA

A varsity and club esports facility with broadcast-grade stations and spectator spaces open to students. Maverick Esports at Minnesota State University, Mankato brings gaming to life in Wissink Hall 121 with a dynamic setup: a chill gaming lounge for casual hangs, a powerhouse training facility, a dedicated competition stage, and a pro-grade broadcast studio for livestreamed matches.

Powered by cutting-edge rigs—like Ryzen 7 7800X3D systems with RTX 4070S GPUs, speedy DDR5 RAM, and top-tier Logitech gear—the facility is open to all students during hall hours, and serves as the hub for both varsity training and open-play fun.

Varsity esports at MSU Mankato shines on the national stage, sweeping NACE championships in Rocket League, Overwatch, and Valorant—defining excellence in collegiate gaming.

This space goes beyond teams—it’s a community magnet. Whether joining open play, watching matches, or attending events like the free Rockstar Energy Collegiate Esports Invitational, there’s always something to plug into.

All told, the Maverick Esports Lounge is a full-spectrum esports destination—where casual gaming, varsity competition, and community energy come together under one roof.

Gaming at a glance:
📍 228 Wiecking Center, Mankato MN 56001-6062 (Wissink Hall 121)
🕒 Mon–Sat 10 AM–8 PM (summer 2025); more hours during term
💻 PCs with Ryzen 7 7800X3D + RTX 4070S, broadcast studio, spectator lounge
🏆 Varsity team scrims, open-play, LAN event hosting
💲 Free for students; reservation required for events
🎯 Ideal for student-athletes and gamer spectatorship

📞 +1 (800) 722-0544
📧 esports@mnsu.edu
🌐 https://esports.mnsu.edu/about-us/training-facility/