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PC Battlestations
RTX 4080 rigs on 280Hz panels with Fnatic peripherals and per-seat 300 Mbps fibre. Ideal for Valorant, CS2 and Apex sessions.
From A$12/hr · open 10am–midnight
Fitzroy · Melbourne · Open Daily 10am–Midnight
Where Melbourne comes to game.
Merokasu is Smith Street’s neon-lit gaming lounge and esports arena. Drop in for RTX battlestations, private console pods, ranked coaching and weekly tournaments — all under one holographic roof.
The Merokasu floor, by the numbers
0Battlestations & pods
0Members since 2017
0Tournaments hosted
0 MbpsPer-seat fibre
What we offer
Four ways to play
Whether you’re grinding ranked, hosting a birthday, or chasing a trophy, there’s a seat with your name on it a block from the Brunswick Street corner.
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Console Pods
Private soundproofed pods with PS5 and Xbox Series X on 65″ OLED screens, reclining couch seating for up to four players.
From A$15/hr · up to 4 players
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Esports Coaching
One-on-one VOD reviews and live coaching with Immortal and Radiant-ranked coaches. First 20-minute consult is on the house.
A$60/hr · free intro consult
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Tournament Nights
Weekly Valorant and Rocket League brackets with a casted stage, prize pool and pizza from up the road. Friday doors at 7pm.
A$20 entry · Fridays 7pm
Meet the crew
The people behind the desk
Local players, casters and tinkerers who keep the frames high and the vibe higher.
Priya Nair
Founder & Venue Manager
Opened Merokasu in 2017 after a decade organising Melbourne LAN meets. Runs the floor and still queues ranked on quiet Tuesdays.
Dylan O’Rourke
Head Coach — Valorant
Former Radiant peak and OCE circuit analyst. Turns messy solo-queue habits into clean, repeatable round wins.
Mei Tanaka
Systems & Rig Technician
Keeps all 40 stations benchmarked and dust-free. If a frame drops on Smith Street, Mei hears it first.
Jack Fenech
Events & Tournament Caster
Voice of Friday nights. Books the brackets, runs the stream and keeps the crowd loud until last light.
Player reviews
Loved on Smith Street
Real regulars, real sessions — here’s what the Fitzroy crowd says.
Booked a console pod for my brother’s 18th and it was faultless — four of us on Rocket League for three hours, snacks brought to the door. Staff even set up a tiny bracket for us.
Six coaching sessions with Dylan took me from Gold to Diamond in Valorant. The VOD reviews are brutally honest in the best way. Worth every dollar.
The battlestations are genuinely top-tier — 280Hz, zero lag, comfortable chairs. I come after work most Thursdays and it’s become my routine.
Won my first Friday tournament last month and the whole room was cheering. Great community, well organised, and the caster made it feel like a real event.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Search for what you need — or give us a ring on +61 3 8418 4682.
Walk-ins are welcome whenever seats are free, but weekends and Friday tournament nights fill fast. We recommend booking a battlestation or console pod online at least a day ahead to guarantee your spot.
We’re open every day from 10am until midnight, including public holidays. The last booking slot starts at 11pm, and coaching sessions run by appointment throughout the day.
PC battlestations start at A$12 per hour and console pods from A$15 per hour for up to four players. Coaching is A$60 per hour with a free 20-minute intro, and tournament entry is A$20.
Absolutely. Console pods are a favourite for birthdays and group sessions, and under-16s are welcome until 8pm with a supervising adult. Get in touch and we’ll help arrange a private pod and a mini bracket.
Yes — plug in your own mouse, keyboard or controller at any station. All PCs let you sign into Steam, Riot, Epic and Battle.net, and we wipe every login securely at the end of your session.
You’ll find us at 93 Smith Street, Fitzroy VIC 3065, a short walk from the Brunswick Street corner. There’s metered street parking nearby and the 86 tram stops right outside the door.
Get in touch
Book a session or say hello
Reserve a station, ask about coaching, or plan a party. Send a message and our floor team will reply within one business day.
Visit the lounge
Phone
+61 3 8418 4682Address
93 Smith Street, Fitzroy VIC 3065
Email
[email protected]Hours
Open daily, 10am – Midnight