The Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino introduces The Wall Gaming Lounge

(PRESS RELEASE) -- In conjunction with the growing esports phenomenon and inspired by competitive gamers from across the globe, The Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino introduces the first phase of Las Vegas’ newest interactive space by Hybrid One, The Wall Gaming Lounge. Partnering with the leaders in PC gaming, Alienware, powered by NVIDIA GeForce GTX GPUs, The Wall is the first permanent esports venue for Caesars Entertainment.

Designed as a multi-phased, 24,000 square-foot project, The Wall is now open and boasts ample gaming and lounge space highlighted by 30 high performance Alienware gaming PCs. A number of console gaming stations are also available. With graffiti artwork inspired by all of today’s hottest games, The Wall is not only a place to showcase one’s gaming prowess, but to enjoy the gamer’s vibe. The Wall features a self-serve beverage wall and mobile food/drink ordering.

“The Wall at The Rio is designed to be highly interactive and enables our guests to enter the space and feel immersed in a highly-visual and dynamic gaming atmosphere. You can compete like an esports professional or spectate in a social, ultramodern atmosphere,” said Christian Stuart, Executive Vice President of Gaming and Interactive Entertainment for Caesars Entertainment.

With a focus on cash tournaments and daily challenges, The Wall at The Rio provides guests with several original and exclusive experiences:

• Play on the Best of the Best: – Step up and play a variety of the latest titles on one of the most elite pc gaming systems, Alienware Aurora R7 PCs powered by GeForce GTX 1080 GPUs.
• Gaming Tournaments Events - The Wall Gaming Lounge will host real-money tournaments and esports competitions with cash prizes including Local Lock In, MOBA night, FPS night, Battle Royal night, FGC night, Twitch Partner and Affiliate Night, Monday Chicken Party, Thursday Throw down and more.
• Ongoing Challenges – Hourly and daily challenges for custom, collectible patches and merchandise prizes in the latest and most popular games.
• Mobile Food Ordering – Easily order food and drink from a variety of menu options right from your mobile device.
• Energy on Tap — Before, during and after gaming, quench your thirst from the pour-your-own tap wall of more than 10 different beverages. Beverages available include: espresso, coffee, sports drinks, energy drinks, hibiscus tea and even kombucha.

With expected completion in fall 2018, the next phase will feature additional chef-driven food and beverage offerings from The Wall, as well as a competitive gaming experience that redefines playing with friends.

Located in the Masquerade Village area of the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, The Wall is open Thursday-Sunday from 4 p.m.–2 a.m. Free self-parking is available.