The HMS Prince of Wales, a UK Royal Navy aircraft carrier, boasts the first-ever onboard gaming suite following a petition by sailors. Designed to enhance downtime for the 1,600-crew, it features high-end Alienware PCs and a widescreen TV in a repurposed exam room. Chief Petty Officer Martin Miller oversees the esports suite, which was established in February during an operational deployment. While internet connectivity limits online gaming, local multiplayer options provide sailors with entertainment. The Royal Navy supports such initiatives as long as they demonstrate wide interest within the forces.
"Other ships have PlayStations and Xboxes down on the mess deck so they can play where they live, but this is the first ship that's got a PC setup like this."
"The facility is an old exam room fitted with LED lights, a widescreen TV, office chairs, and eight beefy Alienware gaming computers."
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