Hall of Gaming — Attraction in Wallingford

I drove more that 3 hours to enter a tournament here, and it's not the first time I've done it! I've been playing in video game tournaments for almost a decade and I've never been to a better venue for regular local gaming tournaments.

They have two gender neutral bathrooms, lots of space for players / TVs, and everything was clean and they went above and beyond current COVID-19 guidelines. They sell small concession stuff like snacks, drinks, and whatnot, and they don't overcharge for them.

The communities they're fostering are extremely friendly and inclusive. Like seriously, there's no clique mentality. Just show up, even if you've never entered a tournament before. You'll probably make some friends because everyone there is a homie. Even the owners are devoted members of the community, and not in a cheesy business way.

I can really only speak for Super Smash Bros tournaments because they're the only tournaments I've entered here, but HoG events are amazing. If you're in the New Haven area, and you've ever considered entering a gaming tournament, go to something at Hall of Gaming. You...

I love this spot so much, when I first moved to CT I had a difficult time making friends but with the help of HOG I found a solid group of ppl who are super cool and fun. There’s a sense of camaraderie there that a person finds maybe once in a lifetime. Everyone is so willing to help you grow not only as a gamer but as a person. Theres a robust variety of not only video games, but card and board games as well. Additionally, there are reasonably priced refreshments, two clean bathrooms, and plenty of seating. Arty is...

Center street Wallingford houses, between local eateries and community spaces, a small unassuming door with the Hall of Gaming logo printed in light blue.

From the tvs, to the people, there is always a warm hum in the air. If hurricanes or snow were to buffet across Connecticut, and I were to be trapped inside for weeks on end—then I'd prefer I'm somewhere like HoG. I'd give it 6 stars if not for the limitations imposed on me by google...