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UK Royal Navy Equips New Warship with Onboard Esports Suite

High-tech gaming facilities aim to boost morale and skills

05 July 2025 · 23:24 UTC

The UK Royal Navy has revealed its newest warship is equipped with an onboard esports suite, featuring eight high-powered gaming PCs in its operations room.

Officials say the unusual addition is intended to support crew welfare, improve team cohesion, and hone decision-making skills through competitive gaming.

The initiative is part of wider efforts to modernize the service and appeal to younger recruits in an increasingly technology-focused military environment.