Do I need to install anything?

No. GameClub runs in the browser — open the site and start working. Operators can use the PWA (add to home screen like an app). No server installations, no manual updates.

How are you different from SmartShell, SENET, Smartlaunch?

Those products are PC-cafe-first: diskless Windows boot, remote game launch, station protection, license management. They handle consoles too — but as an add-on to their PC stack. GameClub is the opposite: console lounge is the primary scenario. Booth sessions, controller rentals, VIP-zone bookings, bar orders attached to sessions, owner reports — all first-class UX. If you run 50+ PCs with diskless, pick a specialized PC-cafe SaaS — we're built for a different shape. If you run 3–12 PS5/Xbox booths or a mixed venue with a console focus, GameClub sets up and pays back faster.

What if the internet goes down?

The system continues in offline mode. All actions (launching sessions, bar orders, completing sessions) are saved locally and automatically synced when the connection is restored. You won't lose a single record.

Which consoles are supported?

Any: PlayStation 4/5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, PC, VR headsets, retro consoles. GameClub is not tied to specific hardware — you create booths and assign any type.

Can I connect multiple clubs?

Yes, multi-club support is built in. Switch between clubs in one click, assign different operators, and get analytics for each club separately or combined.

How does the owner get the daily summary?

The summary lands in whichever channel suits you — messenger, email, or browser push. Includes shift revenue, open/closed sessions, bar, new bookings. You can switch channels in settings in a couple of clicks: if one becomes unavailable, you keep going on another without losing data.

Is there booking for customers?

Yes! GameClub has a separate PWA app for your guests. Customers can book booths online, see available time slots, leave reviews, and get push notifications about booking status.

How does billing work?

Hourly billing (with rounding and grace period) and fixed packages are supported. If the package time runs out, the system automatically switches to hourly mode. Set different tariffs for VIP and standard booths.

All data is transmitted over a secure HTTPS connection. Passwords are hashed with bcrypt, tokens are rotated. Every action is logged and tied to an employee. We do not share your data with third parties.

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How to open a PlayStation cafe

A PlayStation console cafe is one of the most affordable entries into the gaming business: a lower hardware barrier and simpler maintenance than a PC club. Here are the specifics of the console format.

How many consoles and which

Start with 6–10 PlayStation 5 booths; you can dedicate some seats to PS4 and Xbox for variety. Popular booths have 2 and 4 controllers for groups.

Large TVs and comfortable couches for 4-person zones work better than single seats: groups stay longer and order more from the bar.

Zoning

Create different zones: single booths, couch zones for groups, and if possible a separate room for tournaments and birthdays. Different zones mean different pricing and a higher average check.

Pricing and booking

Hourly billing with packages and higher rates in the evening and on weekends. Online booking is critical for a console cafe: groups plan visits ahead, and you fill peak hours and cut idle time.

Session tracking and the bar

Operators need to start and stop sessions in one tap, extend and move guests, and attach bar orders to a session. Manual tracking on console traffic quickly turns into chaos at peak hours.

GameClub is built for the console format: console session tracking, billing, booking, bar and analytics, offline mode. The first 30 days are free.

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