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Thomas Rideau
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Are you looking forward to the FIFA World Cup? A new concept will allow us to wait before the Blues do not enter the competition in the United States. Head to the Westfield Cnit shopping center, in La Défense, which will host from June 12 a space dedicated to football in a “digital and immersive” atmosphere. Baptized Play Social Paristhis new concept had never before been tested in France. We’ll explain it to you.
A new urban entertainment
In its launch press release, the brand promises “a new way of experiencing football”. But what is it actually about? On 2 000 mètres carrésnineteen boxes will be installed, each equipped with giant screens surrounding the participants.
In these spaces, from one to twelve people can take part in “a series of interactive games”. Activities presented as “simple and engaging”, accessible to both football enthusiasts and novices. “In private spaces, visitors participate in fun challenges where precision, speed and team spirit are put to the test thanks to cutting-edge technology,” assure the project leaders.
Pour Alex Harmanpresident of Toca Social, this new equipment should contribute to “reinventing urban leisure experiences”. “We are delighted that football fans now have a place entirely dedicated to their favorite sport to share moments with family, friends or colleagues,” he adds.
For his part, Hugo Rey, director of Westfield Cnitwelcomes the arrival of this “unprecedented in France” concept. And as Toca Social also has a bar and restaurant and its opening coincides with the World Cup, visitors will also be able to follow the competition matches on site.
Practical information: Westfield Cnit, level -2. Prices from 15 euros. Accessible from 6 years old. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. Open Monday to Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Thursday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday from 11 a.m. to midnight, Saturday from 10 a.m. to midnight and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
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