SANDY SPRINGS, GA — Battle & Brew, a popular gaming venue in the heart of Sandy Springs, will soon allow residents of all ages experience a slew of activities it has to offer.

Starting in January, the 10,000-square-foot venue will be open to all ages from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and is 21 and up after 11 p.m. Sunday hours are 5 p.m. to midnight.

Battle & Brew features top-of-the-line computer, console, and board games to cosplay parties, in addition to game-themed food, funky cocktails, and 100+ craft beers and ciders. It also hosts private parties and corporate events.

"There is a strong sense of community and culture that revolves around gaming, and for us it is all about the experience," said Ben Izaguirre, co-owner of Battle & Brew. "We love the idea that people from all backgrounds, demographics and age ranges — from gamers to buttoned-up business people and creative artists to twenty-somethings and couples looking for a fun night out—could co-exist in one awesome space and have a great time. Come be whoever you want to be." Battle & Brew offers premium gaming experiences, including six TV gaming stations with couches for groups; over 35 screens showcasing the latest streamers on Twitch, Mixer and YouTube; seven duo gaming stations; 16 PC stations; a virtual reality rig; a racing simulator; and more.

(For more news like this, find your local Patch here. If you have an iPhone, click here to get the free Patch iPhone app; download the free Patch Android app here) For something more private, there is also a VIP Steampunk lounge that features every modern gaming system as well as a VR setup and cozy couches where gamers can wear out their thumbs. In addition to the computer and console games, there are over 125 board games and 1 giant Jenga.

As the pioneer of Geek Trivia in Atlanta, Battle & Brew averages 25 teams every Wednesday. It also offers monthly Super Smash Bros. tournaments, weekly Magic: The Gathering drafts, and a spectrum of themed cosplay parties from a Star Wars dance party and Onesie night to a Wizard's New Year and a Game of Thrones night.

The restaurant has a modern menu with elevated pub fare, and a full service bar features premium craft drinks with over 100 tap and bottled craft beers and ciders.