Javelina Gaming Lounge
Your campus spot for competitive play, casual free-play, and big-screen watch parties. Bring friends, hop on a console or PC, and level up your game.
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Who Can Use It?
The Javelina Gaming Lounge is open to all TAMUK students. Drop in for free play on PCs and consoles during open hours, or join scheduled tournaments to test your skills against fellow Javelinas.
Where?
You’ll find the lounge on the 1st floor of the Jernigan Library in Kingsville, TX. It’s a central spot on campus designed for gaming, hanging out, and connecting with friends.
Watch Parties
Experience the excitement of live events on the big screens. From major esports matchups to popular sporting events, the lounge is the place to watch together and cheer with the crowd.
Hours & Location
Hours
- Monday–Friday: 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Jernigan Library, 1st Floor
Setups & Equipment
Consoles
- Xbox Series X
- PlayStation 5
- Nintendo Switch
PC Gaming
10 iBUYPOWER gaming PCs
- 24" ASUS monitors
- Headsets and controllers available
Screens & Streams
- 4 × 43" TVs
- 2 × 75" TVs
- 1 × 55" TV
- Sports channel streaming
Esports Tournaments — Fall 2025
Prizes: $200 to 1st place + Intramural Champion Shirt.| Date (2025) | Title | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 24 | Super Smash Bros. | Javelina Gaming Lounge |
| Oct 8 | NCAA (Console) | Javelina Gaming Lounge |
| Oct 22 | Street Fighter 6 / Mortal Kombat 1 | Javelina Gaming Lounge |
| Nov 5 | Call of Duty (New) | Javelina Gaming Lounge |
| Nov 19 | Super Smash Bros. | Javelina Gaming Lounge |
How to Register
All participants must register through Fusion Play to join Gaming Lounge tournaments. A RecSports Program Pass is required for entry.
- TAMUK Students & TAMU Pharmacy Students: $20 per Program Pass
- Faculty, Staff, Retirees, and Alumni: $30 per Program Pass
Where to Purchase:
Program Passes are available at the Student Recreation Center front desk, inside the Gaming Lounge, or online at recsports.tamuk.edu.
Fusion Play: Download the Fusion Play app to register for tournaments, create or join teams, and view schedules. Need help with the app? Watch quick tutorials here.
Accessibility
We aim to make all gaming experiences inclusive and accessible. Let our team know if adaptations or accommodations will help you play.
Contact
Email: recsports@tamuk.edu
Phone: 361-593-3059
Usage and Reservations
Javelina Gaming Lounge use is open to currently enrolled students and
Rec Center membership holders age 16 and older.
- Upon entry, users must swipe in with their TAMUK ID with the Javelina Gaming Lounge staff member.
- If the room is at full capacity, users must wait outside until sufficient space becomes available.
- Gaming Lounge computers should be used solely for gaming related activities.
- Individuals may not install any games or software.
- Individuals that install games that are not approved are considered to be in violation of the Javelina Gaming Lounge policies.
- Users may bring and use personal equipment of limited size that does not display profane visuals or words.
- Food is not allowed in the Javelina Gaming Lounge. Drinks must be in a sealed, leak-proof bottle and are not permitted on station tables.
- Aside from tournament or event times, four gaming computers will be available for individual reservations and six will be available for walk-ins on a first come, first serve basis.
- Individual gaming sessions are capped at 90 minutes, unless there are no users waiting for a computer.
- Individuals will have a 15-minute grace period from the time of their reservation, after which the reservation will be cancelled.
Conduct
Texas A&M University-Kingsville cherishes the inherent dignity of every individual member of our community; this is both our culture and our mission. As such, we welcome and respect gamers from all backgrounds and strive to be the leaders in collegiate gaming that honors the human dignity of every gamer.
- Harassment based on any aspect of a person’s identity will not be tolerated.
Behaviors that contradicts Texas A&M University-Kingsville's mission or polices,
such as bullying, violence, sexual harassment, or intimidation will not be
tolerated. - Toxicity, cheating, betting, or illegal activity is not allowed.
Where is the Javelina Gaming Lounge located?
The Javelina Gaming Lounge is on the first floor of the Jernigan Library in the back right hand corner.
Do I have to pay to use the gaming lounge?
The Javelina Gaming Lounge is free to all students at TAMUK. All other patrons may purchase a day pass at the check-in of the lounge.
What consoles do we have?
As a student you will have access to an Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and 10 PCs - all up to date with the latest games.
Can I bring my own games?
You are allowed to bring in any of your own games or consoles to use at the gaming lounge pending the availability of TVs or consoles.
Where can I request new games for the Javelina Gaming Lounge?
You may request new games by submitting a form with the QR code posted in the lounge, asking the gaming lounge supervisors, or emailing the Competitive Sports Coordinator.