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Level Up Your Wellbeing: How Esports Gaming Boosts Mental Health
Esports isn't just about competitive gaming; it's a dynamic and exhilarating way to unwind and recharge. At the Esports Centre, University of Warwick, we have harnessed the power of gaming to support students after their exams, offering a fun and social environment where everyone can thrive. We also welcome businesses looking for unique team-building experiences. The benefits of esports extend far beyond the screen, providing an engaging escape and fostering a vibrant community.
So let’s explore the positive impact gaming can have, the benefits it has on our mental health and how Esports Centre University of Warwick can help.
How Esports Provides Essential Skills for the Workforce
Esports, beyond being a popular form of entertainment, equips participants with essential skills that add value to today's workforce and at the Esports Centre at the University of Warwick, we're testament to how structured gaming can develop these skills amongst our students, staff and external stakeholders.
Fusion Fest takes University of Warwick Esports to the next level
It’s the start of a new era for games and esports at the University of Warwick as Warwick Esports celebrates its move to central campus.
The centre’s new location at Fusion in the Rootes Building includes state-of-the-art esports equipment and games, and a bar offering food and drink. The centre is open to students & staff as well as the public and community groups.
Gen.G partners with the University of Warwick Esports Centre for winter camp
South Korean esports organisation Gen.G has partnered with the University of Warwick Esports Centre to run an ‘Esports Winter Camp’ for students.
The organisation, which first announced the partnership on its Chinese social media channels, said the joint venture would take place between January 26th – February 5th 2024.
Esports Insider & the University of Warwick hosted the UK’s first conference dedicated to esports & video games in education
The leading B2B esports events and media company, ESI(Esports Insider) and the University of Warwick hosted ESI Next GenLink opens in a new window, a one-and-a-half day conference dedicated to esports and video games in education. Offering interactive sessions, networking and insights on March 22nd-23rd, 2023 at the University’s Esports Centre.