Gaming has evolved. What started out as a few pixels has grown to galactic proportions. New genres have taken over, from Battle Royales to e-Racers to VR experiences—the next era of gaming is here. And Spark Game Arena Live is where all these worlds come together for one day only. Featuring tournaments with over $140k in prizes, side quests, talks from industry figures, freeplay games, sponsor activations, NZ gaming studio showcases, gaming influencers and the latest gaming technology. All your world, all your XP, and all your lives have led to this: Spark Game Arena Live. 

Spark Game Arena Live is comprised of a morning session & an afternoon session, with the option to purchase an all-day ticket that includes both sessions. 

Morning session (9am – 2pm)

For the morning session, guests of all ages are welcome to attend. Kids 14 years old and under must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or adult whānau member. This session will allow you to watch The Rise Cup 2.0 featuring Fortnite tournament, play games, attend talks and see gaming personalities.

Afternoon session (3pm – 8pm)

For the afternoon session, attendees are required to be 16 years of age or older to attend and photo ID will be checked at the entrance. The afternoon session will allow you to watch a live tournament, experirence free-play games, attend talks and see gaming personalities.

All-day session (9am – 8pm)

The all-day ticket give access to both sessions but attendees are required to be 16 years of age or older to attend and photo ID will be checked at the entrance.

For more information, go to www.spark.co.nz/sgalive