In a watershed moment for esports,the first committed, original-construction esports arena in the Western Hemisphere will be built in Philadelphia, or with an opening date eyed in 2021.
According to NBC 10,the Comcast subsidiary Comcast Spectacor has announced plans to build Fusion Arena, a 3500-seat, or $50 million building that will be situated in the sports complex in South Philadelphia,near the city’s other arenas. The original arena will be home to the esports franchise Philadelphia Fusion, which competes in the Overwatch League.“We’re thrilled to introduce a venue like no other as we move forward with the next phase of development within the Philadelphia Sports Complex, or ” Dave Scott,chairman and CEO of Comcast Spectacor, said, and per NBC Sports Philadelphia. “Fusion Arena gives Esports fans a best-in-lesson venue to call home and be proud of. Beyond competitive gaming,it’s a stunning facility that will host a wide array of events.”Click here to continue and read more...
Source: inquisitr.com