Jacks Esports
You don't have to be a competitive or even experienced gamer to enjoy this space. All students are welcome and it's free!
The Jacks庐 Esports Lounge is an exciting new space filled with state-of-the-art computer equipment, top of the line gaming chairs, TVs, gaming consoles and comfortable seating.
Plenty of space to flex your gaming muscles and hang out with your friends.
We have Xbox's, Nintendo Switches, Oculus VR and 12+ Alienware PC's with Titan Gaming Chairs. Our high tech equipment is a gamers dream and available in our spacious PC room. Several big screen TV's and plenty of spots to sit-down with your personal laptop to game on your own.
Policies
Beverages and Food
- No food is allowed in the facility. Drinks must be sealed and may not sit on PC tables or near gaming consoles.
Cleanliness
- Members must keep their area looking tidy and clean, including throwing away all trash.
Time Limits
- During periods of high traffic, users mar be asked to leave their station to accommodate other users at the discretion of staff.
Gaming Equipment
- All SDState esport equipment is not to be removed or altered in any way. if any settings are changed, please return it to its original state.
- Members may bring their own equipment and games, but must take them with them at the end of their session.
Prohibited Behavior
- Spirited competition is encouraged. Always show the same courtesy and respect for those around you that you would expect in return. Excessive volume, fighting and disorderly conduct are prohibited. Disorderly conduct includes but is not limited to verbal or physical abuse to participants or stand, physical abuse to property, aggressive behavior and excessive swearing.
Where is the facility located?
The facility is located in the basement of the Enrollment Services Center at 1175 Medary Avenue. The entrance is on the north side of the building on 11th Street.
Parking outside of the Enrollment Services Center on 11th Street is prohibited Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. It is recommended that all students and visitors park in the Standard Commuter Lot north of the Agricultural Heritage Museum.
What are the hours of operation?
Thursday-Saturday 5-10 p.m.
Is the facility open to the public?
At this time, the facility is only open to SDState Students with their Jacks ID.
Can I bring in my own food or beverages?
We do not allow food of any kind in our facility. Drinks are allowed as long as they are able to be sealed. Do not set drinks on PC desks or near any gaming equipment.
Can I bring my own equipment?
Students are more than welcome to bring their own equipment. Equipment will also be available for students that do not have their own.
Do I need to pay to play?
No. All PC and Console games are free for SDState students.
What systems do you offer?
Our facility has two Xbox's, one Nintendo Switch, two Virtual Reality (VR) Headsets and 12 Alienware PC's.
What is the difference between a PC and a Console?
A personal computer is played with a mouse and keyboard. A console is a video gaming system that is played with a game controller.
What games do you offer?
We carry a number of different titles for our VR Oculus, Xbox systems, Nintendo Switch and on our Metactix software available on our PC's. Please call the Esports Lounge and speak with an Esports Desk Attendant to learn what games we currently offer.
If we don't carry a certain title you're interested in, please let our staff know.
Metactix: What is it? How do I access those games?
Metactix is a Game Center management software that houses our PC games. Gamers will need to register an using their Jacks email.
First-time logins will need to head to the Esport Reception Desk and ask for time to be added to their account.
Can I reserve a PC or Console ahead of time?
At this time, we do not plan on allowing reservations in our facility.
Do I have to be an experienced gamer to use any PC/Console?
Not at all. This space was designed for first-time gamers through competitive gamers.
Is this facility ADA compliant?
Yes, the space is ADA compliant. Our PC room includes one desk that is height adjustable and all settings on gaming equipment are adjustable to fit the gamer's needs.
