Casual Drop In Gaming in Bairnsdale
A relaxed gaming space where everyone belongs - open Tuesday to Saturday
Grab a PC, console or sim racing rig and settle in with people who get it. Casual gaming runs 3:30pm to 6pm Tuesday to Friday, and from 12pm on Saturday, at ESports Collective on Macleod Street. Drop in whenever it suits, or book your machine ahead so it's ready and waiting - come to play, come to watch, or just come to be around good company.
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A place that actually feels like yours
Finding somewhere you can just be - no performance, no pressure, no unwritten social rules to work out - is harder than it should be. That's the space we've built. Somewhere the noise and the pace are set up to feel good, where the staff know your name and your game, and where sitting quietly with a controller counts every bit as much as winning.
Some people come every week and have found their people here. Some drop in now and then. Both are exactly right. The point was never to be the best - it's to have somewhere that's genuinely glad you walked in.
One big space, plenty of ways to spend an afternoon
300 square metres of things to get into - play flat out, or take it easy. It's your call.
High-spec gaming PCs ready for whatever you're into, from the latest releases to old favourites.
PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch, set up for solo play, co-op on the couch, or a bit of friendly rivalry.
Full racing rigs with wheel and pedals - grab a seat and take on a lap or a whole grid.
Space and gear for tabletop games and campaigns, if you'd rather roll dice than click a mouse.
Step away from the screen for a while - a pool table and air hockey are here whenever you need a break.
Somewhere to sit, snacks and drinks on the day, and good company. No need to be playing anything at all.
No plan, no membership, no experience needed
You don't need an NDIS plan, a membership, or any gaming know-how to come in. Support workers are welcome to bring participants any time. You're welcome to drop in and pay at the desk, or book your machine online first - we prefer bookings, so your spot's ready when you arrive.
From $15 - about the price of the movies
A gaming PC or console is $15 an hour, or $22 for two hours - about what a movie ticket costs, with a lot more to do. Sim racing rigs are $15 for half an hour or $22 the hour. Snacks and drinks are there on the day, and the pool table and air hockey are yours to enjoy whenever you want to step away from the screen.
Drop in and pay at the desk whenever it suits, or book your session online - we prefer bookings, so the machine you want is ready the moment you walk in.
Casual gaming questions we hear most
Everything you need to know before dropping in.
When is casual gaming open at ESports Collective?
Casual gaming runs 3:30pm to 6pm Tuesday to Friday, and from 12pm on Saturday, at 58 Macleod Street, Bairnsdale. Saturday's last booking time is shown in our booking system, and we extend by demand. Drop in anytime, or book your machine ahead - we prefer bookings, so your spot's ready.
Do I need to book?
No - you're welcome to drop in and pay at the desk. We do prefer bookings, though: booking your machine online means it's ready and waiting when you arrive, and any extended Saturday hours show up there too. You don't need an account to book - pick your machine, day and time, leave your name and email, and pay online.
How much does casual gaming cost?
A gaming PC or console is $15 an hour or $22 for two - about the price of a trip to the movies. Sim racing rigs are $15 for half an hour or $22 the hour. The pool table and air hockey are there to enjoy while you're in, and snacks and drinks are available on the day.
Do I need to be good at games to come?
Not at all. Watching, chatting and hanging out count just as much as playing. Come as you are and do as much or as little as feels right.
Do I need an NDIS plan to come to casual gaming?
No. Casual gaming is open to everyone, and support workers are welcome to bring participants any time - drop in, or book a machine ahead.
What equipment is available?
High-spec gaming PCs, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch consoles, sim racing rigs, a pool table, air hockey and tabletop gaming spaces - with snacks and drinks available.
Come find your people
3:30pm to 6pm Tuesday to Friday, and from 12pm on Saturday, 58 Macleod Street. Drop in, or book your machine ahead - bring a mate or come find some.
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