Yes, Horizon Esports Liverpool did shut down. The gaming center, which was located in Liverpool ONE shopping center, permanently closed its doors in late 2022 after operating for approximately two years.

I can confirm that the closure was officially announced through their social media channels, with the company citing challenging market conditions and increasing operational costs as the main reasons for the shutdown.

The facility had been a popular destination for gaming enthusiasts in Liverpool, offering high-end gaming PCs, consoles, and virtual reality experiences. It also hosted various esports tournaments and gaming events throughout its operation.

During its active period, Horizon Esports provided:

• 72 gaming stations
• Virtual reality experiences
• Console gaming areas
• Tournament facilities
• Gaming merchandise store
• Café and refreshments

The closure impacted the local gaming community, as it was one of the largest dedicated esports facilities in the Liverpool area. Many regular customers and tournament participants had to find alternative venues for their gaming activities.

Since the shutdown, several of the facility's gaming equipment and assets were sold off, and the retail space has since been repurposed for other business use within the Liverpool ONE complex.

For those looking for alternative gaming venues in Liverpool, there are still several smaller gaming cafés and entertainment centers that offer similar, though not as extensive, facilities for esports and casual gaming.

The closure of Horizon Esports Liverpool reflects broader challenges faced by physical esports venues in maintaining profitability, particularly in the post-pandemic period where operational costs have significantly increased.

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