Fortress Melbourne

Free Board Game Play Select and play from a library of over 70 board games – the usual $10 fee is waived every Wednesday.

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Due to the most recent COVID-19 restrictions imposed by the State Government of Victoria, Fortress Melbourne will be closed from 11:59PM on Thursday the 15th of July until the venue can effectively trade within the parameters of Victorian Government guidelines.

Fortress is Australia's largest games entertainment venue, offering live social gaming across two levels inside Emporium Melbourne.

Fortress offers 160 premium Alienware PCs, two licensed bars, private party spaces, and a themed basement tavern restaurant with video game booths and designated areas for board games and tabletop games.

There's also a 200-seat esports arena on site, with live broadcast facilities.

Entry is via Emporium Melbourne (during centre opening hours) or from Caledonian Lane.