Plans for a gaming-themed Atari hotel in Las Vegas have been officially scrapped, leaving just one site - in Phoenix, Arizona - with any real momentum. The news comes as a surprise, given that the Las Vegas deal was expected to be a major launchpad for the company's vision of immersive gaming experiences.
According to sources close to the project, the Las Vegas site "didn't come to fruition," and Atari Hotels is now redirecting its focus to the Phoenix location, which has always been meant to be the first site in the US. However, concerns over financial viability have seen the company explore alternative options for other locations, including Denver.
Despite an initial announcement six years ago, progress on the hotel projects has been slow, with construction delays and setbacks due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While work is expected to begin on the Phoenix hotel later this year, its opening is now set for 2028 - a significant delay from the original plan of 2020.
The company's plans are still uncertain, however, as it seeks to raise $35 million to $40 million in funding for the project. This raises questions about whether the investment will be enough to make the Phoenix hotel a reality, and whether Atari Hotels can overcome its financial struggles to bring this unique gaming experience to market.
According to sources close to the project, the Las Vegas site "didn't come to fruition," and Atari Hotels is now redirecting its focus to the Phoenix location, which has always been meant to be the first site in the US. However, concerns over financial viability have seen the company explore alternative options for other locations, including Denver.
Despite an initial announcement six years ago, progress on the hotel projects has been slow, with construction delays and setbacks due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While work is expected to begin on the Phoenix hotel later this year, its opening is now set for 2028 - a significant delay from the original plan of 2020.
The company's plans are still uncertain, however, as it seeks to raise $35 million to $40 million in funding for the project. This raises questions about whether the investment will be enough to make the Phoenix hotel a reality, and whether Atari Hotels can overcome its financial struggles to bring this unique gaming experience to market.
, I was so hyped about the idea of staying in an Atari-themed hotel and experiencing immersive gaming vibes... but I guess you gotta be realistic, right? 
The thing is, it feels like the whole project has been on hold for years due to construction delays and financial struggles, and that's just not cool 
. I mean, who wants to wait 8 years for a hotel to open? Not me, that's for sure. And now they're exploring alternative options in Denver? That's like trying to find a new outlet instead of fixing the one you already have... 
. Anyway, I guess only time will tell if Atari Hotels can pull off this thing and bring it to life in Phoenix. Fingers crossed, right? 
meanwhile, Denver's on the table too? like what even is that? 
. I mean, who gets excited about a retro gaming-themed hotel in Vegas only to have it cancelled at the last minute? The whole thing just feels like one big mess. And now they're diverting all their energy to Phoenix, which is already struggling to stay on track themselves 
. I get that things take time and whatnot, but 6 years is a looong development cycle... 8 more years of waiting for this thing to open? Give me a break 
. And don't even get me started on the financials – $35 million to $40 million? That's not exactly a small investment 
. I hope they figure it out, but so far, this whole project feels like a pipe dream...
but phoenix is still lookin up i guess? didnt expect las vegas to fall thru tho, thats where all the hype was 
and 2028 opening is just crazy for 2020 plans 
but honestly, $35-40 million might be a bit low considering they gotta pay for all that retro gaming goodness 
hope atari hotels can get it together or else its gonna be another failed project 
They're just going through the motions like anyone else in Vegas... I guess it makes sense that the Las Vegas deal didn't pan out though, who needs all those tourists anyway? 
. $35 million to $40 million is a decent chunk of change, but I'm sure it'll be enough... *cough* history repeats itself, am I right? 
, I mean, I love retro gaming as much as the next guy, but come on... an Atari hotel? It's just a novelty that's gonna lose steam after a few months. I remember seeing those initial concept vids and thinking "this is a great idea, let's get in on it!" But now, with the delays and financial worries, I'm not so sure anymore 
which is kinda sus considering how much hype it was gonna get. i mean, $35-40 million to make this thing happen and im not convinced itll even come close to being viable 
All that hype around a gaming-themed hotel in Vegas, only to be derailed by financial concerns. Guess it's back to Phoenix for Atari Hotels 
. Phoenix is still looking good tho, but $35-40 million might be a bit too much for that one location... if they can't make it work in Vegas, how are they gonna make it work elsewhere? It's like trying to throw a big ol' gaming party and expecting everyone to show up 
. Fingers crossed!
in las vegas lol what's up with that? they're redirecting all their hopes to phoenix now and it's still got a way to go before it's even open 
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