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Arlington will build the larget eSports arena in North America

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Imagine a state of the art esports stadium right in the heart of Arlington’s entertainment district and only a few miles away from one of the busiest international airports in the world …
Well, according to Arlington, Texas’ official government website, the City recently announced plans to build the largest esports arena in North America. The proposed space would be 100,000 square feet would not only be the biggest in the USA, but also the most flexible [due to its size].

Arlington Mayor, Jeff Williams stated, “Esports Stadium Arlington will further cement our city’s status as a national and international tourist destination. Players and fans will come here for the tournaments and they’ll stay even longer to experience everything Arlington has to offer.”

This makes sense with the growing popularity of esports in North America. Arlington is already home to the Dallas Cowboys and AT&T Stadium, the Texas Rangers and Globe Life Park, and the Dallas Wings who play at College Park Center at the University of Texas in Arlington. Repurposing and remodeling the Arlington Convention Center to convert it into an Esports stadium really would put the Dallas/Ft. Worth area and Arlington in particular at the forefront of American Esports and would make Arlington a one-stop-shop of sorts for professional sports in general.

The Global esports market is already valued near a half-a-billion dollars and is expected to reach $1.5 Billion by 2020. It’s no wonder that the city of Arlington is diving into a joint venture with NGAGE, Esports Venues, and Populous Architecture.

Populous has a massive global resume so we can expect the redesign of the Arlington Convention Center to be top of the line. They designed the new T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas and handled the redesign of Kyle Field for Texas A&M Football. In England, they are the minds behind The Market Place, the new Tottenham Hotspur stadium, the Kia Oval in London, and The New Warner Stand at Lord’s Cricket Ground. They also designed the Saskatchewan Roughriders training facilities for the Canadian Football League team and the groundbreaking Philippine Arena in Manila … and this is just to name a few.

NGAGE Esports is a heavy hitter in entertainment marketing and esports event marketing. Most recently they’ve partnered with OpTic Gaming and A-kon to bring the OpTic Arena Batt Royal at the Fort Worth Convention Center. Yes, you read that right … that is just down the road from Arlington.

ESports Venue, LLC has come to an agreement with the city and is sitting pretty with a 10-year lease with an option on another 10.

Given the space involved and the teams at play, Populous, NGAGE, and Esports Venue, we’re chomping at the bit to attend some of the worlds biggest tournaments in a brand new state-of-the-art facility in North Texas.

We shouldn’t have to wait long. It looks like the opening is scheduled for this coming fall!

Esports is growing up fast and we could see more dedicated arenas and stadiums soon. With Kings Guard hiring UFC legend, Urijah Faber as Director of Mental Performance and Human Optimization, Las Vegas sportsbooks and big online sites like 5Dimes putting betting lines out on matches and tournaments, non-gamers are starting to take an interest in the competitions and we can only expect the popularity of esports to grow at an exponential rate. Esports execs are branching out to target new audiences and sportsbettors around the world are plentiful … let’s see how high this kite can fly!

As part of the editorial team here at Geekreply, John spends a lot of his time making sure each article is up to snuff. That said, he also occasionally pens articles on the latest in Geek culture. From Gaming to Science, expect the latest news fast from John and team.

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Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.46 introduces an exciting addition to the roster of exclusive cars available in the PS5 and PS4 racing game

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Gran Turismo 7 has just received an exciting update to version 1.46 on both PS5 and PS4. This latest update introduces a unique addition to the game: the Škoda Vision Gran Turismo, a car that you won’t come across in any other game. Škoda makes its debut in the franchise with a visionary study of a single-seater, all-electric racing concept car, designed exclusively for the Polyphony Digital racer.

Once you’ve downloaded update 1.46, you’ll have the opportunity to test drive not one but two additional cars: the AFEELA Prototype 2024 and the iconic Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 Sport Coupe ’70. Get ready for an exhilarating ride! Watch as they take to the track in the video above.

Additionally, the update introduces a new menu for players to tackle in the GT Café. At Collector Level 38, players have the opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of Ferrari 12-cylinder engines, gaining knowledge and expanding their collection. In World Circuits, players can look forward to exciting new events such as the Japanese Clubman Cup 550, the American FR Challenge 550, and the Vision Gran Turismo Trophy. For all the avid fans of Photo Mode, there’s an exciting opportunity to explore the captivating city of San Diego in a brand new Scape.

What are your thoughts on the latest update for Gran Turismo 7? Feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section.

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ReFantazio Takes a Different Approach to Romance, Setting Itself Apart from the Persona Games

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Atlus’ highly anticipated RPG, Metaphor: ReFantazio, appears to incorporate familiar systems reminiscent of the developer’s acclaimed Persona series. The game features turn-based battles that heavily rely on exploiting enemy weaknesses. Additionally, players have the ability to summon warrior spirits during combat. However, the most significant aspect of this game, which will be discussed in this article, is the bonding system. Through this system, players can spend time with important characters and gain deeper insights into their personalities and stories.

In contrast to the Persona games, the bonding system ends at that point. Unfortunately, players will be unable to pursue romantic relationships with their beloved waifus, which may come as a disappointment to those who have developed strong feelings for Hulkenberg, the party’s charismatic red-haired elven knight.

According to Siliconera, the absence of romance came up during a recent question and answer session. Atlus emphasized the continued opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with your allies while also introducing additional narratives through substories. In addition, familiarizing yourself with the supporting characters will grant you access to new archetypes, which serve as the game’s character classes.

In the Persona games, romance is not obligatory; rather, it serves as a means to customize your playthrough. However, it is quite unexpected that Metaphor has chosen not to pursue such a venture, considering the significant amount of discussion it typically generates!

Were you anticipating any romantic elements in Metaphor? If you’re not satisfied with your pre-order, feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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Shift Up unveils the intriguing details behind the physical packaging of Stellar Blade for the PS5

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It appears that many

are eagerly anticipating the launch of the highly anticipated PS5 exclusive, Stellar Blade. Shift Up, the developer, has shared a lengthy video showcasing the “secrets” found in the physical box of the game for PS5. From what we can gather, these secrets include a reversible cover/dust jacket and a download code for cosmetic items.

We must clarify that while we do appreciate the variant cover, it may be more appealing than the game’s standard art. However, it is not something we would typically classify as a “secret.”. However, what’s interesting is that Shift Up has confirmed through the comments section that this will be the case in all regions. Additionally, the visually striking action RPG will remain uncensored worldwide.

It’s refreshing to witness a developer going the extra mile for physical collectors, and it’s evident that the developer is determined to leave a favorable mark in the console realm. Stellar Blade is set to make its highly anticipated debut this Friday, April 26th, exclusively on the PS5.

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