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Who wouldn't want a night at 7-Eleven playing video games?

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February 5, 2021

Those who love to game, especially on the latest PlayStation 5 console, now have a unique gaming experience opportunity thanks to convenience store giant 7-Eleven.

The one-of-a-kind experience is a "game-all-night" boasting comfy seating, a streaming session with FaZe Temperrr as well a good beverages and snacks (think Slurpee and tacos).

It's happening at the retailer's newest Evolution store which will soon open to the public, according to a press release, and will allow two gamers to enjoy the experience.

It is available to those in Dallas County, Texas who are at least 18 years old. To book one of the two available one-night stays on Friday, Feb. 26, or Sunday, Feb. 28, those interested can visit here. Once a booking is approved, each stay costs just $11.

The Evolution Store features the following:

• A game pod featuring a big screen TV, luxury loungers and DualSense controllers.
• An exclusive one-hour Twitch streaming session with popular gamer and founder of world-renowned gaming organization FaZe Clan, FaZe Temperrr.
• Access to drinks and snacks in the latest 7-Eleven Evolution Store, including a Slurpee drink station, Laredo Taco Co. tacos and other favorites such as Red Bull, MTN DEW and Doritos.

The store is one of six across the nation and serves as an experiential testing ground where customers can try 7-Eleven's latest innovations in a revolutionary store format

"Everyone knows that the PlayStation 5 console launch has been one of the biggest headlines in the gaming world the past few months," 7-Eleven Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Marissa Jarratt said in the release. "The ultimate gamers' console warranted an experience just as exclusive in our newest 7-Eleven Evolution Store — our ultimate retail environment. We can't wait to immerse a few gamers in the limitless world of 7-Eleven."