Da Lava Tube (Game Room)
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Located in Campus Center Room 204, the Lava Tube offers students a place to relax, recharge, and take a well-deserved break between classes and studying. From billiards to table tennis, students can enjoy a fun and welcoming space on campus.
Da Lava Tube
The Lava Tube is closed during the Summer Break beginning May 18, 2026.
Da Lava Tube (Gameroom) at Lava Landing in Campus Center room 204 will be closed for the Summer Break beginning Monday 5/18/2026. During the Fall and Spring Semester we have board games, billiards, table tennis and games for Nintendo Switch, Play Station 5, Xbox 360 and XBox One available to play! All UH Hilo students can participate and play games free of charge during the academic year.
Students enrolled at other UH campuses may enjoy the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox 360 and all board games free of charge. A fee applies for billiards and table tennis. Please see current rates below.
If you have any questions about our services in the Gameroom, please email Campus Center Lava Landing at cclava@hawaii.edu or call (808) 932-7365.
Services Available (Throughout the Academic Year)
- Campus IDs and Validations: For more information, see our Campus ID webpage.
- Recreational Games: You must have a current, validated Student ID to gain access to these services.
- Billiards and Table Tennis: See rates below.
| UH Hilo Students | Non-UH Hilo Students |
|---|---|
| Free | $3.00 for 30 minutes |
| Free | $4.00 for one hour |
- Game Consoles: FREE to play up to 1 hour per session for all UH Hilo students and students from our other UH campuses. We offer Super Smash Bros. Brawl and Mario Kart Racing games. You are welcome to bring your own console, accessories and games to play with up to 3 friends.
Billiards
Table Tennis
Video games
Darts
Esports & Gaming Lounge
The UH Hilo Esports space currently operates as a casual gaming lounge and hangout space for students. The lounge is equipped with gaming desktop PCs, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch consoles, giving students access to a variety of games across platforms. UH Hilo students and students from our other UH campuses play for FREE in our Esports Lounge.
This space is designed for recreational play, whether you’re gaming solo, playing with friends, or just looking for a place to relax and unwind between classes. No competitive experience is required—students are welcome to drop in, connect, and enjoy games at their own pace.
At this time, there are no official UH Hilo Esports program or varsity teams. Any competitive teams or organized gameplay (such as Super Smash Bros. or other titles) are currently facilitated through approved Registered Independent Student Organizations (RISOs) or clubs.
The Esports Lounge remains a flexible, student-focused space centered on fun, connection, and casual gaming.
Join Our Chat
Please join our Esports Discord Server for information, chat and more at our Discord server.
Summer 2026 Campus ID Hours
Special ID Service Hours — June 8–10, 2026
Due to limited staff availability, Campus ID Services will be available from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on June 8, 9, and 10, 2026 only.
Mahalo for your undertstanding
Welcome Summer Session Students! We will begin Summer Session Campus ID and validation services on May 8th-May 15th, Monday-Friday from 8:30am-3:30pm in the Lava Landing.
Beginning May 18th-August 14th, please see our staff in Campus Center room 210 for assistance with Campus ID and Validation services. We will be open Monday-Friday from 11:30am-4:00pm. We are closed on observed holidays and weekends.
In order to receive the benefits and services that UH Hilo has to offer, your campus ID card must be validated each semester that you are enrolled or employed at UH Hilo. Campus ID Validations are free.
In-Person Campus ID services during the Summer: Walk-ins are welcome but it is highly recommended that you schedule your in-person appointment via the Campus Center Lava Landing Appointments webpage. We will be open Mondays-Fridays from 11:30am-4:00pm. Closed on observed holidays and weekends. Appointment time slots are based on staff availability and are offered on a first-come first-served basis. All incoming and returning University of Hawaiʻi students, faculty, and staff are entitled to a campus ID card for $10.00. You must bring a government issued photo ID and be registered for classes at the time of your appointment. The Lava Landing will not appear to be open between May 18th-August 14th. Please see our staff in Campus Center room 210 for assistance with ID services.
Online Requests: Students are able to submit an online request for their new Campus ID card via our Online Campus ID Card Request form. The review and creation process may take up to two (2) business days after confirmation of payment has been made.
Students, faculty, & staff with questions about Campus IDs and validations in general may contact Campus Center & Lava Landing at cclava@hawaii.edu or 808-932-7365.