Entertainment Social Arena #2 - Social Entertainment Round Up: Part 2
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Investors should note the rapid growth of social entertainment, with a focus on gamified and AR-enhanced activities like darts, mini golf, and pool, exemplified by brands such as Flight Club, Puttshack, and Topgolf. Funding for innovative concepts like AR pool (PoolHouse) and immersive tech is rising, indicating strong investment interest. The golf simulation sector shows high demand but also volatility, with some closures highlighting sector fragility. Hospitality-driven “Eatertainment”, blending food, drink, and social gaming, is expanding globally, especially in regions like the UK and Middle East. Overall, social gaming integrated with hospitality presenting robust growth opportunities for investors seeking experiential revenue streams.
Chapters
1. Introduction to Social Entertainment (00:00:00)
2. The Darts Revolution in Social Entertainment (00:01:05)
3. AR Pool and New Gaming Concepts (00:02:39)
4. Golf Venues Expanding Entertainment Offerings (00:04:52)
5. The Hospitality-Entertainment Connection (00:07:15)
6. Social Entertainment in Middle East Markets (00:09:00)
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