Manchester Airport has introduced a gaming zone in its Terminal 1 to entertain passengers before boarding their flights.
'Gaming Point', located after security in T1, features gaming PCs loaded with games such as Fortnite, Red Dead Redemption 2, Among Us, Hogwarts Legacy, Minecraft and Rocket League, as well as a Nintendo Switch.
The Steam for PC network used on the site means that visitors can continue their progress in games played at home and can also play with or against other players online.
Passengers feeling the need for speed can also try the Formula 1 simulator, complete with steering wheel and pedals.
The site also features a virtual reality escape room, with a variety of games and headsets, so you can experience another world before traveling to your destination.
Prices for a gaming session start from £7.50 for 30 minutes, but vary depending on experience. For example, 45 minutes in the virtual reality escape room starts from £30 for a single headset and goes up to £125 for private access with up to four people.
The airport recommends passengers book in advance, but says walk-ins will be accepted if there is space. Please note that age restrictions apply to specific games.
Richard Jackson, retail director at Manchester Airport, commented:
“It's a really fun attraction for gamers and non-gamers alike, with a virtual reality escape room, F1 simulator and gaming PCs, consoles and more. It means that if you are a fan of computer games, you will be able to log in and log in to play your favorite games like Fortnite and Among Us. But even if you are not, it gives you the opportunity to enjoy a new and unique experience while you wait for your flight.”
Graeme Stewart, Director of Gaming Point, added:
“I am delighted to be opening Gaming Point at Manchester Airport, the first of its kind in UK airports and a concept that truly offers a fun and innovative experience for passengers to enjoy in Terminal 1.
“It's exciting that with the variety of gaming options we have, there is something for every type of player! “Our innovative space is designed to transform the moment before boarding into an exciting part of the travel experience and give passengers the opportunity to try something they have never experienced.”
The airport also recently announced plans to reopen its private terminal, which had been suspended since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic.
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