One day, I asked myself if there was a place where people could go to have a great time playing video games and connect with other people. I searched and searched and guess what? I came up empty! Our River City had no place for competitive and social gamers to gather in person. Richmond has plenty of people who LOVE to play video games and even more that like to play them casually with friends when schedules permit and someone's house is clean.
That is when I began to create the GAME BASE 1 concept: A place where people can come Compete, Connect, and Socialize in a very nice environment. Our lounge will boast painted and printed walls, glass doors, plush seating, 60 inch screens, the latest games and consoles, and private suites to rent. What better place to grow friendships and connect with new people in our city.
For months and months I researched video game lounges from Germany, to Las Vegas, to Chicago, to North Carolina, and to Arlington, Va. just to name a few. I have spoken to owners and reviewed pictures and videos of their establishments. They had nice places, but none were close to what GAME BASE 1 will offer.
Richmond has never had anything like what I want to develop. A gaming lounge where individuals, friends, families, and coworkers can go to Compete, Connect, and Socialize. A great environment with professional and knowledgeable staffers. You can be instrumental in making it a reality. All you have to do is join our campaign and encourage others to do so as well.
What We Need & What You Get For Supporting Us
To bring this concept to life we will need $45,000. Though we have some things worked out, the additional funds will go to:
- Secure a suitable building
- Legal, contract and licensing fees
- Equipment & Proper build out
- Marketing
If we do not reach our goal, then we will have to scale back some items. This will not keep us from moving forward though. GAMERS UNITE!! Let's make this thing happen.
Those who join our campaign will receive some great PERKS! Check them out on the right side of this page.
The Impact
What better place to grow friendships and connect with new people in our city. Having a next level lounge like GAME BASE 1 will strengthen our community by offering another venue for people to engage and enjoy each others' company. However, there are some other benefits to think consider:
The Hassle: Wouldn't you rather meet people somewhere other than your home to play video games? NO cleaning up before they arrive and NO cleaning up afterwards.
The New game and or console: You do not have it in your budget to buy the new game / console when it comes out. GAME BASE 1 will have it for you to try them out before you buy.
The Meet-Up: You need a place to meet friends before or after the movies or dinner? GAME BASE 1 will be there for you.
Going To The Mall: You want to make a trip to the mall, but there is a dilemma. You can't leave the kids at home, they do not want to go to the mall, and you don't want to deal with them at the mall. GAME BASE 1 is there for you.
It's Pay Per View Fight Night: Do you want to clean up twice (before and after your friends leave)?
Short on Space: You want to host an event, but you have more friends than space?
Your golf round got rain out or you no longer have 4.5 hours to burn: If we exceed our goal and hit $65,000, GAME BASE 1 will be able to add a high performance golf simulator with great courses for you and your group to play.
I LOVE THIS ONE!!!!
Other Ways You Can Help
We understand that sometimes money is so tight that you cannot afford to back something that you would love to see happen. If that describes your situation, that's okay. You can help us by telling everyone you know about our campaign and encourage them to support us. Use all the sharing tools available. Especially the most powerful one . . .your mouth. Thanks in advance for your help.