As social creatures, we always tend to gravitate towards like-minded people. Those that share our interests and hobbies. But, when your interests are seen as a bit more “niche” (no matter how outdated that mode of thinking is), you might feel a bit lonesome. That’s why the #AcerForGaming evening I attended last night was just so freaking awesome.
Put together by Acer and Tech Girl, the #AcerForGaming initiative had one simple goal in mind, get ladies of all ages and all walks of life together to play some games. Over a hundred women gathered at The Nexus for cupcakes, milkshakes and gaming fun. There was something for everyone, from The Sims and Lego Worlds to Injustice 2, CSGO and Overwatch. There was also a racing simulator set up, and some playable VR with the HTC Vive. Here is a Live video that Zoe did showing off the setup, although without any lighting it might be hard to see just exactly how busy and fun it was.
But gaming wasn’t the only thing going on. XOXO Hair Studio was there to get the ladies styled, and Crumbs provided the awesome cupcakes in so many flavours I couldn’t even try them all. Nexus provided some fantastic catering and I finally got to try some of their deluxe milkshakes, which I will definitely be going back for! Prizes were also handed out over the evening, with lucky attendees walking away with Xbox controllers, Converse vouchers, t-shirts and more. Plus everyone received a goodie bag stuffed to the brim with awesome things.
All the fantastic free stuff and activities aside, I can’t tell you just how happy it made my heart to see so many women gamers gathered together. The moms that brought their kids, the gaggle of schoolgirls, the ladies that brought a group of their best friends and even the ones that flew solo. Seasoned gamers and total newbies alike, everyone had a blast. And no, before you ask, men were not excluded. This was an event geared towards women, organised by women, but guys were totally welcome. In fact, it was great to see some guys bring their significant others and introduce them to a new hobby in a safe and inclusive space. So many smiles!
From one lady-gamer to another, thank you Tech Girl. I’m already looking forward to the next one, and so is everyone else!
And my very favourite, training our little princesses for future @MettleState and @orenaonline #CSGO tournaments! #AcerForGaming pic.twitter.com/0qy2YOlSyo
— Yolanda Green (@GrimBanshee) June 8, 2017
#AcerForGaming Proof of mission accomplished @TechGirlZA @Constantine104 @ShazZkL @Moonstormer @UnexpectedPippa @jules_bish @Chani_ZA Thx pic.twitter.com/jSdPWP3bol
— Charmaine v Niekerk (@charmaineaudra) June 8, 2017
So wonderful to see so many gamers (some of them out on a school night!) Thank you @AcerAfrica for such a rad event #AcerForGaming pic.twitter.com/H1seteJZLO
— Tracy Benson (@NukuNukuDash) June 7, 2017
What an inspiring night spent with @TechGirlZA #acerforgaming . @ForbesWomanAfri the future of women in gaming is rising pic.twitter.com/DYgX7L0pQr
— Jay Caboz (@JayCaboz) June 7, 2017
Nice night out, watching the future of gaming grow in front of your eyes.
We need more #acerforgaming events like this pic.twitter.com/hEqcdtvmx7— Cthulouw (@ThatsPrettyLouw) June 7, 2017
Last Updated: June 8, 2017
Frik van der Hewerskink
June 8, 2017 at 14:27
Those little girls playing overwatch and csgo are extremely cute, they can barely reach the mouse and keyboard, but nothing stopping them 🙂 very cute indeed
Original Heretic
June 8, 2017 at 15:05
My initial reaction to your statement was to make a joke about those girls being too young for you. In hindsight, I still think it would be funny.
My second reaction was to think about how sad it is that in this day and age, it’s impossible for someone to innocently remark how little girls are cute without getting some git commenting something about that someone having unclean thoughts.
Well, in this case, I am that git.
And yes, I agree with you, it is very cute seeing them like that. And I mean that completely innocently.
Craig "CrAiGiSh" Dodd
June 8, 2017 at 15:02
Looks like an epic event.
Admiral Chief
June 8, 2017 at 15:21
Only for women….was Rince there?
Tracy Benson
June 8, 2017 at 15:30
Get your eyes checked Chief, as I stated it wasn’t only for women
Admiral Chief
June 8, 2017 at 15:36
Shush you, that comment was aimed at someone else!
xD