Don’t ever let your mom tell you video games are too expensive.
Thanks to a $1.2 million dollar contribution from Dell Technologies and Intel, the University of Colorado Boulder is set to unveil a 1,275-square-foot gaming haven for students.
The Alienware Buffalo Esports and Gaming Lounge, set to open Thursday, is the first of its kind in Colorado.
CU’s lounge, situated in the University Memorial Center (UMC), will feature cutting-edge gaming systems, including 19 Alienware Aurora R16 desktops, three Alienware M16 gaming laptops, peripherals, a multiplayer console area, and a state-of-the-art broadcast studio.
“I am excited for our enhanced partnership with Dell to establish a high-tech gaming lounge on our campus,” said Dr. D’Andra Mull, vice chancellor for student affairs, said in a news release. “It is critical for student success and well-being to have spaces where our Buffs feel like they belong and can build community. The Alienware Buffalo Esports and Gaming Lounge is a valuable asset that will enhance the student experience at CU Boulder.”