Campus Center Lava Landing
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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 (Gameroom)
The Gameroom will be open on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Da Lava Tube (Gameroom) at Lava Landing in Campus Center room 204 will be open September 2, 2026 from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. The Gameroom regular Fall Semester hours will be Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Gameroom is closed on weekends and observed holidays.
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 Esport Lounge will be open on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
The Esports Lounge at Lava Landing in Campus Center room 203A will be open September 2, 2026 from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. The Eports Lounge regular Fall Semester hours will be Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Lounge is closed on weekends and observed holidays.
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.