Yas Marina Circuit is broadening its appeal beyond motorsport with the launch of Yas Verse, a new gaming and esports destination that reflects a growing trend among global sporting venues to become year-round lifestyle attractions.
Located at Yas Central, the venue combines competitive PC gaming, PlayStation 5 experiences, retro arcade classics and private gaming spaces under one roof, offering visitors another reason to spend time at one of Abu Dhabi’s best-known entertainment destinations outside Formula 1 race weekends.
Designed for everyone from casual players to esports enthusiasts, Yas Verse includes dedicated zones for high-performance gaming, nostalgic arcade experiences, family-friendly entertainment and private group sessions.
The launch comes as experiential entertainment continues to reshape leisure across the UAE, with destinations increasingly investing in attractions that encourage repeat visits from residents as well as tourists. Gaming, once largely confined to homes and specialist venues, has become a social activity that blends competition, community and entertainment.
One of Yas Verse’s distinguishing features is its location within Yas Marina Circuit, making it one of the few gaming destinations in the region integrated into a world-famous Formula 1 venue.
“Yas Marina Circuit has evolved into much more than a motorsport destination,” said Ali Al Beshr, General Manager of Yas Marina Circuit. “The opening of Yas Verse is another exciting step in expanding the experiences we offer our community.”
Open daily from 2 p.m. to 2 a.m., the venue offers a mix of premium gaming, retro experiences, arcade attractions and private entertainment spaces for individuals, families and groups.
