Waterloo's gaming cafe & esports lounge
Good games. Better company.
Your next session starts here. High-performance PCs, console nights, and board games with your favourite people.
Walk in. Pick your game. Make yourself at home.
Opening hours / Waterloo local time
Coming to every PS5 at GG Central
Launching . Be first in line to play it on the big screen with your crew.
Time until release:
About GG Central · Est. 2026
GG Central is a public gaming lounge on King St North. High-performance PCs, next-gen consoles, and a shelf of board games, all under one roof with people who are here for the same reason you are.
Everything you need for a night out, or a night in with friends.
RTX-class rigs, 300Hz monitors, and pro-grade peripherals.
PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2 with couch setups and extra controllers.
A curated library for every group size and skill level.
Comfortable seating to hang out, plus room for parties, scrims, and tournaments.
“You can tell the owners really care about the customer experience. It's the best spot in the area if you're looking to relax with your friends.”
First come, first served
Walk in, settle in, and start playing. No advance booking required.
Here's exactly what you'll see at the station.
Keep your hours for next time.Use your own free account. Guest accounts don't save hours or passes between visits.
Grab a controller. Bring your people.
Consoles are first come, first served. PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2 stations are paid at the front desk.
By the numbers: what we bring to every session
High-end PCs
Esports-ready rigs & peripherals
Games available
Esports, AAA, and indie titles
Board games
Curated for every skill level
Internet
Wired backbone + Wi-Fi 7
Simple hourly rates. Walk in and pay on arrival, no booking needed.
20 high-end stations · per person
1 hour
$8
$8/hr
2 hours
$16
$8/hr
4 hours
$24
Save $8
Buy passes right at your station.
PS5 and Switch 2 couch gaming with your crew.
| 1 player | $10/hr |
|---|---|
| 2 players | $15/hr |
| 4 players | $25/hr |
Lounge seating with a Nintendo Switch 2 on a pullout TV.
| 1 player | $7/hr |
|---|---|
| 2 players | $14/hr |
| 4 players | $28/hr |
Room to hang out, catch up, and get a board game going.
| 1 person | $4/hr |
|---|---|
| 2 people | $8/hr |
| 4 people | $16/hr |
Pay on arrival with cash, debit, or credit. Prices include all equipment.Full pricing details
Reviews from Google
Real reviews from people who've played at GG Central.
“GG Central is an amazing new gaming spot! From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is welcoming with great vibes all around. The place is super clean including the washroom. The high-end PCs and consoles are top quality, smooth, and…”
“Best gaming spot in Waterloo. Hamo and George have done a great job with the place. Chill vibes, clean and solid computers. You can tell they actually care about making it a good experience for everyone. Whether you’re going to game…”
“If you’re a person who loves video games then GG Central is your place. When it comes to PS5, PC, Nintendo and even board games, they are all in one place. Want a snack or feel thirsty during your gaming session, plenty of options are…”
“I went to GG Central in Waterloo to see how it would compare to another spot that’s in Waterloo, and I like GG Central more. The pricing at GG Central ($8/ hr) is way better than the other spot ($11/ hr). Environment wise, GG is a lot…”
“Hosted a bachelor party for my friend here. Awesome place/setups and very friendly staff that were accommodating to our party of 8 people. Highly recommend if you're looking for this style of place and prices are quite fair.”
“GG CENTRAL Waterloo - High end specs, comfortable chairs, and lightning fast internet. The atmosphere is great, and its clearly run by people who love gaming. Can’t ask for much more.”
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