Skillshot Media, the production division of Resurgens Gaming, North America’s leading gaming lifestyle and media company, today announced Event Venues Atlanta, over 100,000 square feet of experiential and production space across Metro Atlanta available for booking and event management services geared towards esports. As the global esports economy surpasses the billion-dollar mark, Fulton County is at the forefront of this rapidly expanding industry. Atlanta is recognized as a top destination for esports in the United States. Select Fulton is proud to highlight the county’s gaming ecosystem, which has positioned Fulton County as a leader in this emerging 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 Resurgens Gaming, CEO Todd Harris.  “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 offers a dynamic environment for gaming and esports, with several factors contributing to its status as a top gaming destination:
• Atlanta is home to global game publishers, esports team franchises, event organizers, and state-of-the-art venues.
• Metro Atlanta is home over 13,000 gaming and tech companies. 
• Atlanta has its own professional esports teams including the Atlanta FAZE and Georgia Ghost.
• Professional sports teams, such as the Atlanta United, also recognize the significance of esports and have established teams for EA Sports FC. 
• Consistently ranked as one of the top cities in the U.S. for gamers, Atlanta provides an environment that caters to gaming communities and professionals alike.
• Approximately 53% of gamers in Atlanta are between the ages of 18-34, reflecting a young and engaged audience.
• Atlanta hosts major global gaming and esports events, including Dreamhack, which attracts nearly 40,000 enthusiasts each year.
• Georgia was among the first states to recognize and support esports as a sanctioned high school competition by promoting youth involvement and building a pipeline for future industry talent.
• State tax incentives for game development and esports businesses make Georgia an attractive location for investment.
• Atlanta’s hospitality infrastructure supports its global reach, boasting the world’s busiest airport and over 100,000 hotel rooms which ensures accessibility and a range of options for international visitors.
• A robust workforce development program that 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," says Samir Abdullahi, Director, 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 is committed to supporting the gaming industry with its strategic resources. Fulton County is home to 15 unique cities with a range of opportunities.  The county is well-positioned to attract and support innovative companies in the rapidly expanding gaming sector.