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Gaming cafés emerge as Dhaka loses open public spaces

As public recreational spaces in Dhaka dwindle, gaming cafés are becoming a popular alternative for people looking to spend their time.

The Business Standard · 23 September 2026, 6:05 PM

In Dhaka, the concept of going out is increasingly becoming synonymous with visiting restaurants, cafés, or shopping malls where spending money is required. With a noticeable decline in accessible open spaces for leisure, a new category of recreational venues, specifically gaming cafés, has begun to fill this void.