A gamers’ paradise is welcoming in the crowds just weeks after opening its doors in Hull city centre. The former 1970s bank building King William House now plays host to Grand Prix drivers, golfers, footballers and all manner of players at Federation of Sport.
The £1.6m venue in Hull city centre features golf simulators, virtual reality escape and team combat experiences, interactive darts, PC gaming, virtual reality rooms and esports. The centre also aims to host e-sports tournaments to cater to enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels.
Meanwhile, alongside traditional sports simulations a huge stadium screen on the back wall is viewable from communal areas. Federation of Sport is co-owned by Real Madrid goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois, and it marks his first major UK venture while also cementing his passion for sim sports and esports.
The Belgian footballer also wants to expand Federation of Sport sites across the UK to key cities including Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester. The business is also mulling the potential for overseas expansion.
The Federation of Sport is led by Antonio Tombanane, an entrepreneur and tech innovator whose efforts in promoting digital innovation have gained him recognition outside the local scene.
When it opened he said: “This is just the start. Federation of Sport has huge potential. Launching in Hull proves we’re building something ambitious — and I can’t wait to see this grow internationally.”
The Federation of Sport received £400,000 from Hull City Council’s £2m Levelling Up fund.