Ohio State Esports Arena – Premier Campus Hub for Gaming, Clubs & Competition

Ohio State Esports Arena, located in Lincoln Tower on the Columbus campus, ranks among the nation’s largest collegiate gaming facilities is a purpose-built powerhouse that blends varsity-level training with open student recreation. This tech-forward space welcomes gamers of every stripe, from first-time players to elite competitors, all under one inclusive roof.

As a university recreation facility, it is open exclusively to current OSU students with Rec Sports membership, with no general public or neighboring community access available.

The arena packs over 80 professional-grade PCs, console stations, VR setups, and a full broadcast booth that is equipping OSU’s varsity Premier Teams and student-run clubs for scrims, streams, and showdowns. Access comes with Rec Sports membership, plus on-site job opportunities as team managers, stream techs, or operations assistants that turn passion into paychecks.

Beyond daily play, the arena ignites seasonal tournaments, watch parties, and summer esports camps for ages 10–13 focused on gameplay, teamwork, and content creation cementing its role as a national model for campus gaming innovation.

📍 210 Lincoln Tower, 1800 Cannon Dr, Columbus, OH 43210
🕒 Student hours (Rec membership required; confirm via app)
🖥️ 80+ pro-grade PCs • Consoles • VR • Full broadcast booth
🎮 Casual drop-ins, varsity scrims, club events, summer youth camps
💲 Free with OSU Rec Sports membership
🔧 Student-exclusive & reliable, supportive staff, inclusive campus vibe
🎯 Great for campus teams, casual student gamers, and VR experiences.

📞 +1 (614) 688‑2485 / +1 (614) 292-7671
📧 esports@osu.edu
🌐 website