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Campus Recreation

Gaming Lounge and Gaming Tournaments

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Welcome to the Gaming Lounge!

Step into Harper’s ultimate hangout for gamers and casual players alike. The Harper College Gaming Lounge is a welcoming space inside the Health and Recreation Center where students can relax and play a variety of games—including console favorites like Super Smash Bros., Mario Kart, and Mortal Kombat, plus PC, tabletop, and casual games like foosball and table tennis.

Our new state-of-the-art, dedicated gaming space is available to all current Harper College students who activate their FREE Student Membership at the Health and Recreation Center.

The Gaming Lounge Hours

Monday: 12 to 3:30 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m.

*Note: 3:30 to 5 p.m. - Gaming Squad Meetings (Looking to Join? Email the advisor, Keith Jensen.)

Tuesday - Thursday: 12 to 8 p.m.

  • 10 - Gaming PC's
    • Games Offered:
      • Fortnite, Rocket League, Valorant, League of Legends, Overwatch, Marvel Rivals, Dota 2, Apex Legends, Counter-Strike 2, Brawlhalla, Sims 4, Warframe, The Finals, Delta Force, Path of Exile 2, Lost Ark, Team Fortress 2, Roblox, PUBG
  • 2 - Play Station 4 consoles
    • Games Offered:
      • NBA 2K19 & 2K20, Madden, Street Fighter, Mortal Combat, Fifa 2020
  • 1 - Play Station 5 console
    • Games Offered:
      • MLB The Show, F1 24, Madden 25, FC 25, Gran Turismo 7
  • 2 - Nintendo Switch consoles
    • Games Offered:
      • Street Fighter, Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Rocket League, Super Mario Party, Super Smash Bros, Mortal Kombat 1, Overcooked 2
  • 1 - Xbox Series X console
    • Games Offered:
      • MLB The Show, F1, Madden 25, FC 25, Forza Motorsport
  • 4–70” TV’s
  • board games
  • card games
  • table tennis
  • foosball table
  • air hockey
  • lounge seating

Are you interested in joining the Harper College Esports Team? We are in the process of forming an Esports team that will begin competing in NECC competitions. Team information is available on www.harperhawks.net

New to the Lounge? Here's How It Works:

  1. Bring your Harper student ID — you’ll need it to check out a PC, console, or any games.
  2. Check in with the Lounge Monitor to get set up on your platform of choice.
  3. Play solo or team up with others—whether it's a quick match or a gaming marathon.
  4. Explore all we offer: consoles, PCs, tabletop games, ping pong, air hockey, and more.
  5. Bring friends—or make new ones!

Note: Student I.D. is required to check into the Gaming Lounge and for equipment and game check out. Equipment and consoles are first come first served. No food or drinks allowed in the Gaming Lounge.

For more information, please email Frank Wawrzyniak or 847.925.6889.

Last Updated: 8/31/26