New Jersey's Esports Innovation Center
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit driving esports workforce development, attracting world-class events, and building the next generation of New Jersey's video game industry.
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One Ecosystem.
The EIC positions New Jersey as a premier esports destination — from attracting global events to building the workforce that powers them.
Attract Business
We identify and attract video game industry companies to New Jersey, leveraging state programs, ASPIRE incentives, and world-class event partnerships like our active BLAST.tv residency bid.
See initiatives →Workforce Development
Through partnerships with Stockton University, NJIT, and 12+ NJ colleges, we build talent pipelines in game design, broadcast production, cybersecurity, and esports management.
Esports classes →Community Engagement
From the GamePlan program at Boys & Girls Club AC to our new Atlantic Fieldhouse Esports Space, we bring STEM-based skills to New Jersey's next generation through the power of gaming.
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What We're
Building
BLAST.tv
New Jersey Bid
The EIC is leading New Jersey's bid to host a two-event BLAST.tv CS2 residency in 2027 — projecting $140–175M in combined economic impact and establishing the Garden State as a global esports destination.
World Cup Esports Tournament
Rocket League & League of Legends tournament across 9 NJ college venues, Championship Finals July 14–19 at EIC Boardwalk.
GamePlan Youth Initiative
STEM-focused esports programming at Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City, bringing coding, broadcast, and game design skills to underserved youth.
Two Campuses.
One Network.
Stockton University Atlantic City Boardwalk and NJIT Newark — connected through shared programming, events, and workforce pipelines.
From the EIC
Atlantic Fieldhouse Esports Space Now Open
The EIC's newest gaming space at the Atlantic Fieldhouse is officially open — featuring competitive gaming stations, Sunday Funday open play, and programming for all ages.
Archer Greiner PC Joins as Top-Level Corporate Member
The prominent NJ law firm adds its weight to the EIC's growing roster of Level 1 corporate members, joining JP Morgan Chase and Comcast.
North to Shore Esports Showdown at ACX1 Studios, The Pier at Caesars
The 2024 signature event brought competitors and spectators to the iconic Pier at Caesars venue in Atlantic City for a full day of competitive play.
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