RTX Battlestations
42 stations running RTX 4070 rigs, 360Hz monitors and Herman Miller chairs. Casual play from AUD $9/hour, or AUD $30 for an all-day pass.
Richmond · Melbourne · VIC
Where Melbourne Comes to Compete
A 42-seat esports arena and gaming lounge on Bridge Road — RTX battlestations, ranked ladders, coaching and late-night LAN parties for players of every level.
+61 3 9428 364757 Bridge Road, Richmond VIC 3121
★Our Story
From a Garage LAN to Richmond’s Home of Esports
We started with six machines and a tangle of extension cords. Today NextBattleZone is one of Victoria’s busiest competitive gaming venues, hosting weekly tournaments and welcoming more than 1,200 players a month.
- ★2019
The First Six Rigs
Founded above a print shop off Swan Street with a hand-built LAN and a whiteboard ladder. Friday nights sold out within a fortnight.
- ★2021
Bridge Road Arena Opens
We moved into our 300m² space at 57 Bridge Road, fitting 42 battlestations, a console lounge and a dedicated shoutcasting booth.
- ★2023
The Richmond Cup
Launched our flagship monthly tournament series with a AUD $5,000 prize pool, streamed live and drawing teams from across the eastern suburbs.
- ★2025
Academy & Coaching
Opened the NextBattleZone Academy with rank-verified coaches for CS2, Valorant and League, plus after-school programs for junior players.
★Inside the Arena
Everything You Need for the Win
Tournaments & Leagues
The Richmond Cup runs the first Saturday monthly — AUD $25 entry, AUD $5,000 pool. Weekly Wednesday ranked nights are free for members.
Academy Coaching
One-on-one sessions with rank-verified coaches in Valorant, CS2 and League of Legends. 60-minute VOD reviews from AUD $65.
Opening Hours
- Mon – Thu
- 12:00pm – 11:00pm
- Fri
- 12:00pm – 2:00am
- Sat
- 10:00am – 2:00am
- Sun
- 10:00am – 10:00pm
★The Gallery
Nights That Made the Highlight Reel
★Player Voices
What the Regulars Say
Went from Gold to Diamond in Valorant after eight weeks of coaching here. The VOD reviews genuinely changed how I play.
Best LAN setup in Melbourne, hands down. Ping is flawless and the 360Hz monitors make every flick feel crisp.
We booked the arena for a birthday and the staff sorted a custom bracket for 16 of us. Absolute blast, we’ll be back.
My son does the after-school program and looks forward to it every week. Coaches are patient and genuinely kind.
The Richmond Cup atmosphere is electric. Won my first bracket last month and the shoutcasting made it feel pro.
Went from Gold to Diamond in Valorant after eight weeks of coaching here. The VOD reviews genuinely changed how I play.
Best LAN setup in Melbourne, hands down. Ping is flawless and the 360Hz monitors make every flick feel crisp.
We booked the arena for a birthday and the staff sorted a custom bracket for 16 of us. Absolute blast, we’ll be back.
My son does the after-school program and looks forward to it every week. Coaches are patient and genuinely kind.
The Richmond Cup atmosphere is electric. Won my first bracket last month and the shoutcasting made it feel pro.
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★Get in Touch
Book a Session or Ask Us Anything
Booking a group, planning a tournament, or curious about coaching? Send us a message and we’ll reply within one business day.
Visit the Arena
- Phone+61 3 9428 3647
- Address57 Bridge Road, Richmond VIC 3121
- Email[email protected]