Skillshot Media Unveils Over 100,000 Square Feet of Esports Event Space in Fulton County
killshot Media, the production division of Resurgens Gaming and a leading player in North America’s gaming lifestyle and media sector, has announced the launch of Event Venues Atlanta. This new venture features more than 100,000 square feet of experiential and production space available for booking and event management services focused on esports.
As the global esports economy surpasses the billion-dollar threshold, Fulton County has emerged as a key player in this burgeoning industry, positioning Atlanta as a top U.S. destination for esports. Select Fulton is highlighting the county’s thriving gaming ecosystem, which has solidified Fulton County’s status as a leader in the sector.
“Since the pandemic, we’ve noticed a significant increase in demand for live event spaces equipped with high-speed internet, superior audio/visual capabilities, and comprehensive event management services,” said Todd Harris, CEO of Resurgens Gaming. “People are eager to gather for live events, but there is also a growing remote audience that seeks an experience more engaging and compelling than a typical Zoom call. Additionally, our booking and activation requests in Atlanta are on the rise, especially with the city set to host eight World Cup games.”
Why Fulton County?
Fulton County’s vibrant environment for gaming and esports is supported by several factors, including:
- Home to global game publishers, esports team franchises, event organizers, and state-of-the-art venues.
- Over 13,000 gaming and tech companies in Metro Atlanta.
- Presence of professional esports teams, including Atlanta FAZE and Georgia Ghost.
- Professional sports teams like Atlanta United have established teams for EA Sports FC, recognizing the significance of esports.
- Consistently ranked as a top U.S. city for gamers, providing an appealing environment for gaming communities and professionals.
- Approximately 53% of gamers in Atlanta are aged 18-34, representing a young and engaged audience.
- Major global gaming and esports events, such as Dreamhack, attract nearly 40,000 enthusiasts each year.
- Georgia’s early recognition of esports as a sanctioned high school competition promotes youth involvement and talent development.
- State tax incentives for game development and esports businesses make Georgia an attractive investment location.
- Atlanta’s hospitality infrastructure supports its global appeal, featuring the world’s busiest airport and over 100,000 hotel rooms for international visitors.
- A robust workforce development program has graduated over 5,000 students with degrees in cybersecurity and gaming.
“The growth of the esports and gaming industry in Fulton County is proof of the county’s pledge to innovation and commitment to developing cutting-edge technology sectors,” said Samir Abdullahi, Director of Select Fulton. “Our strategic location, industry investments, and robust workforce development programs make Fulton County the ideal place for global gaming companies to establish and expand their presence.”
Fulton County remains dedicated to supporting the gaming industry with strategic resources, boasting 15 unique cities with diverse opportunities. The county is well-positioned to attract and nurture innovative companies in the rapidly expanding gaming sector.