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Meet up at Waypoint Cafe to play classic retro games on Nintendo consoles.
Coexist Gaming is back and ready to escort you into the powerful world of modern day and retro gaming. Featuring Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 and Battlefield V along with over 1000 classic titles, Marvel vs. Capcom, Super Smash Brothers and a custom 2 player arcade stations. Along with the gaming madness is a full bar, beer pong, great music, and awesome foods provided by Stoned Pizza with THC infused pizza and sodas. Prepare for another unforgettable evening and let the games begin!
Gather your best 2 Amiibos & battle it out in either 4 or 8 player SMASH!
Double elimination
Fee: $5, 2 drink minimum
Total overall CP cannot exceed 120, Amiibos may be checked!
Start time: 9pm
Must be 18+, ID required
Gather your best 2 Amiibos & battle it out in either 4 or 8 player SMASH!
Double elimination
Fee: $5, 2 drink minimum
Amiibos must be at a standard 120 levels total
Start time: 9pm
Must be 18+, ID required
Marvel vs Capcom 1 (arcade), Super Smash Bros (Wii U), third strike (arcade) and Marvel vs Capcom infinite (Xbox one), Marvel vs capcom 2 (original xbox).
Action Burger is America’s only sci-fi bar, comic book and free retro video game themed restaurant. 292 Graham ave. Williamsburg Brooklyn NY. Off L train.
$5 entry for each tournament. Winner keeps everything. The best 2 out of 3 or best 3 out of 5 games depending on tournament size. If 10 people show up, the winner keeps the $50.
* Pay at restaurant when you arrive. Money will be kept by a neutral third party, not by restaurant. Paid to the winner at the end of each tournament.
VENTURE FEE – Must spend $10 minimum per person for food or drinks at the restaurant.
TIMES
First three tournaments, please arrive by 7pm to register.
7pm tournament 1: Third strike (arcade) starts at 7pm.
7pm tournament 2: Super Smash Bros Wii u 1 on 1, singles.
7pm tournament 3: Marvel vs capcom infiniti (xbox one).
9:30pm tournament 5: Super smash bros Wii u royal battle up to 8 players. Every man for themselves. Last man standing wins.
9:30pm tournament 6: Marvel vs capcom 1 (arcade).
10:30pm tournament 3: Marvel vs capcom 2 (original xbox).
Game: Smash 4 on Wii U, 1v1
Start time: 9pm
Entry fee: $5 each, 2 drink minimum
18+ ID required
Arcade Wednesdays at Lizard Lounge:
All the other Video Games Retro to Brand new will be on and ready to be played – N64, Game Cube (x2), Xbox 360, PS2 (x2) Wii, Wii U (x2) Sega Genesis.
Meet up at Waypoint Cafe to play classic retro games on Nintendo consoles.
Gather your best 2 Amiibos & battle it out in either 4 or 8 player SMASH!
Double elimination
Fee: $5, 2 drink minimum
Amiibos must be at a standard 120 levels total
Start time: 9pm
Must be 18+, ID required
Next Level is having a tournament every month until “whenever” to allow local players from the NYC area (and beyond) to have a place to test there skills in a friendly and competitive environment! There are casuals open on the stations leading up to the event as well as after. There will also be a $100 Pot Bonus for the event!
Please pre-register so we can get an idea of numbers! After the tournament, you are more than welcome to stay and play any game on any of the open setups!
REMINDER: WE CANNOT GUARANTEE HEADPHONES ON ANY SETUP! PLAN ACCORDINGLY! AND REMEMBER TO BE ON TIME! IF YOUR LATE YOU RUN THE RISK OF BEING REMOVED FROM THE BRACKET! IF YOU THINK YOU MIGHT BE LATE, PLEASE LET US KNOW,
Tekken Monthly #1
CONSOLE: PlayStation 4
DATE: Sunday, January 27th, 2019
LOCATION
Next Level
874 4th Ave
Brooklyn, NY
11232
(347) 618-8813
FEES
Venue: $10 (For just casual play)
Entry: $10
SIGNUPS
http://challonge.com/NLTekken1
RULES
$10 venue & $10 tournament entry due at check-in.
Failure to obey staff direction or arcade rules = DQ and possible ejection
Bring your own controller/joystick, converters are the players responsibility
No wireless controllers or macro-capable devices
Double Elimination
Best 3 out of 5 rounds per game
Best 2 out of 3 games per match for pools
Best 3 out of 5 during Winners, Losers, & Grand Finals only
Winner must keep the same character
Loser can switch characters
Loser decides if Stage Select between matches. Rematch is also allowed.
Player Side determined every set by Rock, Paper, Scissors, unless players agree to their sides.
No collusion (throwing matches for money, colluding the final games to split the pot, etc)
No ringers (playing for others)
Any other decisions ultimately up to the tournament organizer.
SCHEDULE
Signup/Check-in/Casuals: 1PM
Brackets generated: 4:45PM
Tournament/stream: 5PM
STREAM
http://twitch.tv/nycfurby
POT SPLIT
1st place: 60%
2nd place: 30%
3rd place: 10%
Gather your best 2 Amiibos & battle it out in either 4 or 8 player SMASH!
Double elimination
Fee: $5, 2 drink minimum
Amiibos must be at a standard 120 levels total
Start time: 9pm
Must be 18+, ID required
SIGNUPS
http://challonge.com/NLTekken2
Next Level is having a tournament every month until “whenever” to allow local players from the NYC area (and beyond) to have a place to test there skills in a friendly and competitive environment! There are casuals open on the stations leading up to the event as well as after. We will try and stream games and the finals as well.
Please pre-register so we can get an idea of numbers! After the tournament, you are more than welcome to stay and play any game on any of the open setups!
REMINDER: WE CANNOT GUARANTEE HEADPHONES ON ANY SETUP! PLAN ACCORDINGLY! AND REMEMBER TO BE ON TIME! IF YOUR LATE YOU RUN THE RISK OF BEING REMOVED FROM THE BRACKET! IF YOU THINK YOU MIGHT BE LATE, PLEASE LET US KNOW,
Tekken Monthly #2
CONSOLE: PlayStation 4
DATE: Sunday, February 17th, 2019
LOCATION
Next Level
874 4th Ave
Brooklyn, NY
11232
(347) 618-8813
FEES
Venue: $10 (For just casual play)
Entry: $10
Bring a PS4 with all DLC and get $5 off the venue fee!
SIGNUPS
http://challonge.com/NLTekken2
RULES
$10 venue & $10 tournament entry due at check-in.
Failure to obey staff direction or arcade rules = DQ and possible ejection
Bring your own controller/joystick, converters are the players responsibility
No wireless controllers or macro-capable devices
Double Elimination
Best 3 out of 5 rounds per game
Best 2 out of 3 games per match for pools
Best 3 out of 5 during Winners, Losers, & Grand Finals only
Winner must keep the same character
Loser can switch characters
Loser decides if Stage Select between matches. Rematch is also allowed.
Player Side determined every set by Rock, Paper, Scissors, unless players agree to their sides.
No collusion (throwing matches for money, colluding the final games to split the pot, etc)
No ringers (playing for others)
Any other decisions ultimately up to the tournament organizer.
SCHEDULE
Signup/Check-in/Casuals: 1PM
Brackets generated: 4:45PM
Tournament Start/stream: 5PM
STREAM
http://twitch.tv/nycfurby
POT SPLIT
1st place: 40%
2nd place: 25%
3rd place: 15%
4th place: 10%
5th-6th place: 5%
Drink specials, fighting games & more!
Featuring tournaments for Dead or Alive 6 and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate! We will have multiple setups for casual play.
Music by Otakus with Attitude
· Dead or Alive 6
· Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
· Tekken 7
· Soul Calibur 6
· Virtua Fighter 5: Final Showdown
· Dragon Ball FighterZ
· Street Fighter V
· Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Ed.
· Marvel vs Capcom 2
· Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3
· Smash Melee
· Mario Kart 64
· and more!
Must be 21+. Admission: $6.12 on Eventbrite, $10 at the door.
TOURNAMENT for Dead or Alive 6 and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
$5 entry, signups between 7pm – 8pm
double elimination, $25 pot bonus
32 player cap
less than 12 players: top 2 payout
12 or more players: top 3 payout
Additional Smash rules:
3 stock, Final Destination or Battlefield maps only
Stream: http://www.twitch.tv/mashfestnyc
HAPPY HOUR PRICES:
· Well drinks: $7
· Wine: $6-$8
· Beer: $6
· Top shelf: $2 off reg price
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RULES & INFO:
We have some house sticks but definitely please feel free to bring your own stick/controller to ensure so you don’t have to wait for one to free up.
· DON’T BE CREEPY. Our intent is to provide a fun, safe space for all attendees. Harassers will be kicked out of the venue on the spot, and banned from further events.
· DO NOT BRING OUTSIDE FOOD/DRINK INTO VENUE
· Please support the venue by buying something — and tipping! 🙂
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MASHFESTNYC
http://www.facebook.com/mashfestnyc
Want a chance to win free venue fee at this year’s Defend the North? Then head over to Next Level on Friday Feb 8 for the 1st installment of the Road to Defend the North Tournament Series!
Next Level, in association with DTN, will host FOUR singles tournaments in the next few months. In addition to their share of the prize pool, the winners of each event will earn a free competitor pass to Defend the North 2019 which takes place on July 19-21 at the New Yorker Hotel in midtown Manhattan!
Hot off the heels of Apollo’s win in last month’s Vampire Savior tournament, the next game in the Road to DTN lineup will be Street Fighter Alpha 2!
Remember that all the old school fighters at DTN 2K19 are FREE entry with a minimum prize pool of $250 EACH courtesy of CitiGaming! Donate to each game’s crowdfunding campaign by visiting the following links:
Vampire Savior: tinyurl.com/defendVSAV2019
Super Street Fighter II Turbo: tinyurl.com/defendST2019
Street Fighter Alpha 2: tinyurl.com/defendA22019
Capcom vs SNK 2: tinyurl.com/defendCVS22019
Marvel vs Capcom 2: tinyurl.com/defendMVC22019
For more info about DTN 2K19 visit defendthenorth.com.
Also check out the DTN 2k18 event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/129280021330581/
LOCATION
Next Level
874 4th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11232
(347) 618-8813
FEES
Venue: $10 venue fee
Entry: $5 entry fee
RULES
2 out of 3 games
2 out of 3 rounds
Double Elimination
Winners, Losers, & Grand Finals 3 out of 5
No exploiting any glitches
HARDWARE
Versus City Cabs
SCHEDULE
Sign ups/casuals: 2pm-8pm
Tournament starts: 8pm-12pm
BRACKET
https://challonge.com/defendA22019
STREAM
TBD
POT SPLIT
70/20/10
MATCHERINO
TBD
Come Through “The Door” And Get Wired With Us As We Finally Bring Our Wired Wednesday Series Out To Queens !
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// Second Wednesday Of Every Month H0L0 ( Queens ) //
// Last Wednesday Of Every Month The Velvet Lounge ( LI ) //
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[[[ . AREA 1 : ]]] – Dance Music AF
[[ . AREA 2 : ]]] – CHILL ZONE / VIDEO GAMES
[[ Synthwave / Lo-Fi Hip Hop / Ambient / Chill Music ]]
[ Video Games Provided By Mashfest NYC ( Super Smash Brothers Ultimate / Mario Kart 8 / Soul Caliber 6 / ) ]
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AREA 1 DJs :
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Resident Sounds So Sweet Wired Wednesday DJs
Schnife The Yak b2b Space Monk-E With Their New Project
” The Birds & The Bees ” – ( Baby Making Music )
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GUEST DJS :
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Big Juana – ( Drum & Bass / Jungle )
MentaleeRude – ( UK Garage )
( b2b )
Bass Rokwell – ( Techno / House )
+ More To Be Announced
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AREA 2 DJs :
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Faith in the Glitch – ( Synthwave / Retro )
Syncretik – ( Chill Wave / Ambient )
DRYBONEZ – ( Experimental Hip-Hop )
+ More TBA
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$10 At The Door
$5 OFF AT THE DOOR WITH RSVP AND ENTRY BEFORE 11 PM
OR $5 OFF WITH OUT OF STATE ID & RSVP ALL NIGHT
RSVP LINK : https://bit.ly/2tA7wXq
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**DOORS OPEN AT 5:30PM!!** Signups will also start at that time.
Smash Bros. Ultimate finds it’s way to Red Bank! As of now, we have 6 full setups, all with the Fighters Pass! Please spread the word as much as possible so that we can start off this event with a bang!
Current Version: 2.01
Live Bracket: http://yestercades.challonge.com/
**Location:**
YESTERcades
80 Broad Street
Red Bank, New Jersey 07701
Parking is free in all of Red Bank on Sundays (even if there is a parking meter).
Pricing:
Entry: $10.00 Venue Fee + $10.00 Singles
[OR $15.00 Venue Fee + $10 Singles for Unlimited Arcade Gameplay!]
Schedule:
Signups will start at 5:30pm and end at 6:45pm. Singles bracket will start at 7:00pm
Bring your own controller! Gamecube controller and Pro controllers are legal. Pro controllers are allowed, but you MUST bring a USB-C cable to sync the controller, so that wireless interference will not disturb a setup and possibly someone’s tournament set.
Rules and more information:
Currently using Don’t Park on the Grass official Smash Ultimate ruleset. This is subject to change at any time. Please check the rules before
**DOORS OPEN AT 5:30PM!!** Signups will also start at that time.
Smash Bros. Ultimate finds it’s way to Red Bank! As of now, we have 6 full setups, all with the Fighters Pass! Please spread the word as much as possible so that we can start off this event with a bang!
Current Version: 2.01
Live Bracket: http://yestercades.challonge.com/
**Location:**
YESTERcades
80 Broad Street
Red Bank, New Jersey 07701
Parking is free in all of Red Bank on Sundays (even if there is a parking meter).
Pricing:
Entry: $10.00 Venue Fee + $10.00 Singles
[OR $15.00 Venue Fee + $10 Singles for Unlimited Arcade Gameplay!]
Schedule:
Signups will start at 5:30pm and end at 6:45pm. Singles bracket will start at 7:00pm
Bring your own controller! Gamecube controller and Pro controllers are legal. Pro controllers are allowed, but you MUST bring a USB-C cable to sync the controller, so that wireless interference will not disturb a setup and possibly someone’s tournament set.
Rules and more information:
Currently using Don’t Park on the Grass official Smash Ultimate ruleset. This is subject to change at any time. Please check the rules before
We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!
From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fight V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.
The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.
We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!
From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fight V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.
The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.
Sonicboombox, Anime NYC, and Defend the North are teaming up to bring you a brand new monthly party! Featuring live DJ, dancing, gaming, cosplay, free ping pong and more.
FREE for Anime NYC & Defend the North attendees — check your email for your personal invite!
GAMES PROVIDED BY DTN:
· Street Fighter V
· Tekken 7
· Mortal Kombat 11
· Super Smash Bros Ultimate
· Mario Kart 64 & more
Admission: $5 in advance, $10 at door
Doors open at 8pm with Anime NYC or DTN invite. 9pm otherwise.
Must be 21+
We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!
From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fight V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.
The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.
We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!
From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fight V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.
The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.
**DOORS OPEN AT 5:30PM!!** Signups will also start at that time.
Smash Bros. Ultimate finds it’s way to Red Bank! As of now, we have 6 full setups, all with the Fighters Pass! Please spread the word as much as possible so that we can start off this event with a bang!
Current Version: 2.01
Live Bracket: http://yestercades.challonge.com/
**Location:**
YESTERcades
80 Broad Street
Red Bank, New Jersey 07701
Parking is free in all of Red Bank on Sundays (even if there is a parking meter).
Pricing:
Entry: $10.00 Venue Fee + $10.00 Singles
[OR $15.00 Venue Fee + $10 Singles for Unlimited Arcade Gameplay!]
Schedule:
Signups will start at 5:30pm and end at 6:45pm. Singles bracket will start at 7:00pm
Bring your own controller! Gamecube controller and Pro controllers are legal. Pro controllers are allowed, but you MUST bring a USB-C cable to sync the controller, so that wireless interference will not disturb a setup and possibly someone’s tournament set.
Rules and more information:
Currently using Don’t Park on the Grass official Smash Ultimate ruleset. This is subject to change at any time. Please check the rules before
**DOORS OPEN AT 5:30PM!!** Signups will also start at that time.
Smash Bros. Ultimate finds it’s way to Red Bank! As of now, we have 6 full setups, all with the Fighters Pass! Please spread the word as much as possible so that we can start off this event with a bang!
Current Version: 2.01
Live Bracket: http://yestercades.challonge.com/
**Location:**
YESTERcades
80 Broad Street
Red Bank, New Jersey 07701
Parking is free in all of Red Bank on Sundays (even if there is a parking meter).
Pricing:
Entry: $10.00 Venue Fee + $10.00 Singles
[OR $15.00 Venue Fee + $10 Singles for Unlimited Arcade Gameplay!]
Schedule:
Signups will start at 5:30pm and end at 6:45pm. Singles bracket will start at 7:00pm
Bring your own controller! Gamecube controller and Pro controllers are legal. Pro controllers are allowed, but you MUST bring a USB-C cable to sync the controller, so that wireless interference will not disturb a setup and possibly someone’s tournament set.
Rules and more information:
Currently using Don’t Park on the Grass official Smash Ultimate ruleset. This is subject to change at any time. Please check the rules before
On July 19-21, the New Yorker Hotel will host Defend the North: New York City’s only major fighting game tournament! Considered by many to be one of the biggest travel destinations in the world, NYC is also home to a diverse gaming community with a rich and storied legacy. This summer, be a part of that legacy and register for DTN today!
Why Go to Defend the North?
– 3 Day event
– 20+ Tournaments for Current and Retro Games
– 30+ Different Games Available for Casual Play
– Arcade Room featuring Japanese Candy Cabs
– 24 hour Gaming in the BYOC and Arcade Rooms
– Community-Run Side Tournaments
– Cosplay Contest with Cash Prizes
– Vendor and Exhibitor Booths
– And much more!
How Do I Get There?
The iconic New Yorker Hotel is located at 481 8th Ave in Midtown Manhattan. Public transportation is available from all 3 major NYC airports: Newark (EWR), John F Kennedy (JFK), and LaGuardia (LGA):
From EWR: Take the Airtrain to Newark Airport train station. Then transfer to a NJ TRANSIT train to NEW YORK Penn Station.
From JFK: Take the Airtrain to Jamaica Station. Then transfer to a Manhattan-bound E train and stop at 34th St Penn Station.
From LGA: Take the Q70 SBS Bus to Jackson Heights–Roosevelt Avenue/74th St (Guests coming from Terminal A must take the Q47 Bus instead). Then take an E train to 34th St Penn Station.
Where Can I Stay?
Get the most out of DTN and stay at the venue! Steps away from places like the Empire State Building and Madison Square Garden, the New Yorker combines historic charm with modern convenience.
This 4-star hotel features updated rooms with breathtaking views of the city. Amenities include a bar, a 24-hour diner, and a 24-hour fitness center.
Normally priced around $300 a night during the summer, DTN has secured amazing rates for all our guests starting at $147 a night! Click below to reserve your room! No deposit needed!
The last day to book with this special rate is June 19th, 2019. So act fast and take advantage of this amazing deal!
Gaming Tours:
Capcom Pro Tour
Defend the North is an official stop on the Capcom Pro Tour! Earn valuable points and qualify for Capcom Cup 2019! Click here for more details.
Jazzy Circuit Finale
DTN will host the season finale of the Jazzy Circuit! FOUR Last Chance Qualifying Spots up for grabs! Who will become the 1st ever Jazzy Circuit Champion?
DTN After Hours
In the city that never sleeps, it’s only fitting that DTN features 24/7 gaming! Play as late or early as you want with BYOC and Arcade Rooms open ALL weekend long!
Tournament Games:
Street Fighter V (2K pot minimum)
Smash Ultimate ($1K pot minimum)
Dragon Ball Fighter Z ($1K pot minimum)
Mortal Kombat 11 ($1K pot minimum)
Vampire Savior ($250 pot minimum)*
Under Night In Birth Exe: Late [st]
Fortnite 1v1 ($500 pot minimum)
Capcom vs SNK 2 ($250 pot minimum)*
Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike (2K pot minimum)*
Smash Brothers Melee
Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3
Tekken 7 ($1K pot minimum)
Street Fighter Alpha 2 ($250 pot minimum)*
Guilty Gear Xrd REV2
For Honor
Virtua Fighter 5 ($250 pot minimum)*
Ultra Street Fighter IV
Pokken Tournament DX
Marvel vs. Capcom 2 ($250 pot minimum)*
Soul Calibur VI ($500 pot minimum)
Super Street Fighter II Turbo ($250 pot minimum)*
BLazBlue Cross Tag Battle
Overwatch 6v6
*Free Entry and Crowdfunded via Matcherino
Competitor Pass
Players who wish to compete in ANY of the official tournaments must have a Competitor Pass. Prices will go up as the date gets closer to the event. So don’t wait! Click here to purchase your Competitor Pass today! you will also gain access to the event for all 3 days
$35.00 USD (December 1st, 2018 – January 18th, 2019)
$40.00 USD (January 19th – March 28th)
$50.00 USD (March 29th – June 1st)
$60.00 USD (June 1st – July 12th)
$75.00 USD (On-Site Registration ONLY on July 19th)
Spectator Pass
Attending DTN as a fan? Curious to see what FGC tourneys are like? Get a Spectator pass which includes access to all our games (including the 24 hour BYOC and Arcade Rooms) for casual play! Spectators can also enter community-run side events! Visit our Eventbrite page to get your Spectator Pass today!
$50.00 USD
On July 19-21, the New Yorker Hotel will host Defend the North: New York City’s only major fighting game tournament! Considered by many to be one of the biggest travel destinations in the world, NYC is also home to a diverse gaming community with a rich and storied legacy. This summer, be a part of that legacy and register for DTN today!
Why Go to Defend the North?
– 3 Day event
– 20+ Tournaments for Current and Retro Games
– 30+ Different Games Available for Casual Play
– Arcade Room featuring Japanese Candy Cabs
– 24 hour Gaming in the BYOC and Arcade Rooms
– Community-Run Side Tournaments
– Cosplay Contest with Cash Prizes
– Vendor and Exhibitor Booths
– And much more!
How Do I Get There?
The iconic New Yorker Hotel is located at 481 8th Ave in Midtown Manhattan. Public transportation is available from all 3 major NYC airports: Newark (EWR), John F Kennedy (JFK), and LaGuardia (LGA):
From EWR: Take the Airtrain to Newark Airport train station. Then transfer to a NJ TRANSIT train to NEW YORK Penn Station.
From JFK: Take the Airtrain to Jamaica Station. Then transfer to a Manhattan-bound E train and stop at 34th St Penn Station.
From LGA: Take the Q70 SBS Bus to Jackson Heights–Roosevelt Avenue/74th St (Guests coming from Terminal A must take the Q47 Bus instead). Then take an E train to 34th St Penn Station.
Where Can I Stay?
Get the most out of DTN and stay at the venue! Steps away from places like the Empire State Building and Madison Square Garden, the New Yorker combines historic charm with modern convenience.
This 4-star hotel features updated rooms with breathtaking views of the city. Amenities include a bar, a 24-hour diner, and a 24-hour fitness center.
Normally priced around $300 a night during the summer, DTN has secured amazing rates for all our guests starting at $147 a night! Click below to reserve your room! No deposit needed!
The last day to book with this special rate is June 19th, 2019. So act fast and take advantage of this amazing deal!
Gaming Tours:
Capcom Pro Tour
Defend the North is an official stop on the Capcom Pro Tour! Earn valuable points and qualify for Capcom Cup 2019! Click here for more details.
Jazzy Circuit Finale
DTN will host the season finale of the Jazzy Circuit! FOUR Last Chance Qualifying Spots up for grabs! Who will become the 1st ever Jazzy Circuit Champion?
DTN After Hours
In the city that never sleeps, it’s only fitting that DTN features 24/7 gaming! Play as late or early as you want with BYOC and Arcade Rooms open ALL weekend long!
Tournament Games:
Street Fighter V (2K pot minimum)
Smash Ultimate ($1K pot minimum)
Dragon Ball Fighter Z ($1K pot minimum)
Mortal Kombat 11 ($1K pot minimum)
Vampire Savior ($250 pot minimum)*
Under Night In Birth Exe: Late [st]
Fortnite 1v1 ($500 pot minimum)
Capcom vs SNK 2 ($250 pot minimum)*
Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike (2K pot minimum)*
Smash Brothers Melee
Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3
Tekken 7 ($1K pot minimum)
Street Fighter Alpha 2 ($250 pot minimum)*
Guilty Gear Xrd REV2
For Honor
Virtua Fighter 5 ($250 pot minimum)*
Ultra Street Fighter IV
Pokken Tournament DX
Marvel vs. Capcom 2 ($250 pot minimum)*
Soul Calibur VI ($500 pot minimum)
Super Street Fighter II Turbo ($250 pot minimum)*
BLazBlue Cross Tag Battle
Overwatch 6v6
*Free Entry and Crowdfunded via Matcherino
Competitor Pass
Players who wish to compete in ANY of the official tournaments must have a Competitor Pass. Prices will go up as the date gets closer to the event. So don’t wait! Click here to purchase your Competitor Pass today! you will also gain access to the event for all 3 days
$35.00 USD (December 1st, 2018 – January 18th, 2019)
$40.00 USD (January 19th – March 28th)
$50.00 USD (March 29th – June 1st)
$60.00 USD (June 1st – July 12th)
$75.00 USD (On-Site Registration ONLY on July 19th)
Spectator Pass
Attending DTN as a fan? Curious to see what FGC tourneys are like? Get a Spectator pass which includes access to all our games (including the 24 hour BYOC and Arcade Rooms) for casual play! Spectators can also enter community-run side events! Visit our Eventbrite page to get your Spectator Pass today!
$50.00 USD
On July 19-21, the New Yorker Hotel will host Defend the North: New York City’s only major fighting game tournament! Considered by many to be one of the biggest travel destinations in the world, NYC is also home to a diverse gaming community with a rich and storied legacy. This summer, be a part of that legacy and register for DTN today!
Why Go to Defend the North?
– 3 Day event
– 20+ Tournaments for Current and Retro Games
– 30+ Different Games Available for Casual Play
– Arcade Room featuring Japanese Candy Cabs
– 24 hour Gaming in the BYOC and Arcade Rooms
– Community-Run Side Tournaments
– Cosplay Contest with Cash Prizes
– Vendor and Exhibitor Booths
– And much more!
How Do I Get There?
The iconic New Yorker Hotel is located at 481 8th Ave in Midtown Manhattan. Public transportation is available from all 3 major NYC airports: Newark (EWR), John F Kennedy (JFK), and LaGuardia (LGA):
From EWR: Take the Airtrain to Newark Airport train station. Then transfer to a NJ TRANSIT train to NEW YORK Penn Station.
From JFK: Take the Airtrain to Jamaica Station. Then transfer to a Manhattan-bound E train and stop at 34th St Penn Station.
From LGA: Take the Q70 SBS Bus to Jackson Heights–Roosevelt Avenue/74th St (Guests coming from Terminal A must take the Q47 Bus instead). Then take an E train to 34th St Penn Station.
Where Can I Stay?
Get the most out of DTN and stay at the venue! Steps away from places like the Empire State Building and Madison Square Garden, the New Yorker combines historic charm with modern convenience.
This 4-star hotel features updated rooms with breathtaking views of the city. Amenities include a bar, a 24-hour diner, and a 24-hour fitness center.
Normally priced around $300 a night during the summer, DTN has secured amazing rates for all our guests starting at $147 a night! Click below to reserve your room! No deposit needed!
The last day to book with this special rate is June 19th, 2019. So act fast and take advantage of this amazing deal!
Gaming Tours:
Capcom Pro Tour
Defend the North is an official stop on the Capcom Pro Tour! Earn valuable points and qualify for Capcom Cup 2019! Click here for more details.
Jazzy Circuit Finale
DTN will host the season finale of the Jazzy Circuit! FOUR Last Chance Qualifying Spots up for grabs! Who will become the 1st ever Jazzy Circuit Champion?
DTN After Hours
In the city that never sleeps, it’s only fitting that DTN features 24/7 gaming! Play as late or early as you want with BYOC and Arcade Rooms open ALL weekend long!
Tournament Games:
Street Fighter V (2K pot minimum)
Smash Ultimate ($1K pot minimum)
Dragon Ball Fighter Z ($1K pot minimum)
Mortal Kombat 11 ($1K pot minimum)
Vampire Savior ($250 pot minimum)*
Under Night In Birth Exe: Late [st]
Fortnite 1v1 ($500 pot minimum)
Capcom vs SNK 2 ($250 pot minimum)*
Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike (2K pot minimum)*
Smash Brothers Melee
Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3
Tekken 7 ($1K pot minimum)
Street Fighter Alpha 2 ($250 pot minimum)*
Guilty Gear Xrd REV2
For Honor
Virtua Fighter 5 ($250 pot minimum)*
Ultra Street Fighter IV
Pokken Tournament DX
Marvel vs. Capcom 2 ($250 pot minimum)*
Soul Calibur VI ($500 pot minimum)
Super Street Fighter II Turbo ($250 pot minimum)*
BLazBlue Cross Tag Battle
Overwatch 6v6
*Free Entry and Crowdfunded via Matcherino
Competitor Pass
Players who wish to compete in ANY of the official tournaments must have a Competitor Pass. Prices will go up as the date gets closer to the event. So don’t wait! Click here to purchase your Competitor Pass today! you will also gain access to the event for all 3 days
$35.00 USD (December 1st, 2018 – January 18th, 2019)
$40.00 USD (January 19th – March 28th)
$50.00 USD (March 29th – June 1st)
$60.00 USD (June 1st – July 12th)
$75.00 USD (On-Site Registration ONLY on July 19th)
Spectator Pass
Attending DTN as a fan? Curious to see what FGC tourneys are like? Get a Spectator pass which includes access to all our games (including the 24 hour BYOC and Arcade Rooms) for casual play! Spectators can also enter community-run side events! Visit our Eventbrite page to get your Spectator Pass today!
$50.00 USD
**DOORS OPEN AT 5:30PM!!** Signups will also start at that time.
Smash Bros. Ultimate finds it’s way to Red Bank! As of now, we have 6 full setups, all with the Fighters Pass! Please spread the word as much as possible so that we can start off this event with a bang!
Current Version: 2.01
Live Bracket: http://yestercades.challonge.com/
**Location:**
YESTERcades
80 Broad Street
Red Bank, New Jersey 07701
Parking is free in all of Red Bank on Sundays (even if there is a parking meter).
Pricing:
Entry: $10.00 Venue Fee + $10.00 Singles
[OR $15.00 Venue Fee + $10 Singles for Unlimited Arcade Gameplay!]
Schedule:
Signups will start at 5:30pm and end at 6:45pm. Singles bracket will start at 7:00pm
Bring your own controller! Gamecube controller and Pro controllers are legal. Pro controllers are allowed, but you MUST bring a USB-C cable to sync the controller, so that wireless interference will not disturb a setup and possibly someone’s tournament set.
Rules and more information:
Currently using Don’t Park on the Grass official Smash Ultimate ruleset. This is subject to change at any time. Please check the rules before
SIGNUPS: smash.gg/NLTekken8
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL 6PM ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT. THERE WILL BE NO ONSITE SIGN UP. CHECK-IN CLOSES AT 6:45, THERE WILL BE NO LATE SPOTS HELD, THE EVENT STARTS AT 6 SHARP. IF YOU HAVE NOT CHECKED IN BY 6:45, YOU WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE BRACKET.
REMINDER: WE CANNOT GUARANTEE HEADPHONES ON ANY SETUP! PLAN ACCORDINGLY! AND REMEMBER TO BE ON TIME! IF YOUR LATE YOU RUN THE RISK OF BEING REMOVED FROM THE BRACKET! IF YOU THINK YOU MIGHT BE LATE, PLEASE LET US KNOW,
CONSOLE: PlayStation 4
DATE: Friday, August 23th, 2019 7PM
LOCATION: Next Level, 874 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11232, (347) 618-8813
FEES PAID AT THE DOOR, NO ONLINE PAY
Venue: $10 (For just casual play)
Entry: $10
Bring a PS4 with all DLC and get venue fee Compensated by the TO!
POT SPLIT: Entrants 2-9: *Winner takes all.
Entrants 10-31: Top 3 *60/30/10
Entrants 32-63: Top 4 *50/25/15/10
Entrants 64-95: Top 6 *50/20/13/7/5/5
Entrants 96+: Top 8 *50/20/13/7/3/3/2/2
**DOORS OPEN AT 5:30PM!!** Signups will also start at that time.
Smash Bros. Ultimate finds it’s way to Red Bank! As of now, we have 6 full setups, all with the Fighters Pass! Please spread the word as much as possible so that we can start off this event with a bang!
Current Version: 2.01
Live Bracket: http://yestercades.challonge.com/
**Location:**
YESTERcades
80 Broad Street
Red Bank, New Jersey 07701
Parking is free in all of Red Bank on Sundays (even if there is a parking meter).
Pricing:
Entry: $10.00 Venue Fee + $10.00 Singles
[OR $15.00 Venue Fee + $10 Singles for Unlimited Arcade Gameplay!]
Schedule:
Signups will start at 5:30pm and end at 6:45pm. Singles bracket will start at 7:00pm
Bring your own controller! Gamecube controller and Pro controllers are legal. Pro controllers are allowed, but you MUST bring a USB-C cable to sync the controller, so that wireless interference will not disturb a setup and possibly someone’s tournament set.
Rules and more information:
Currently using Don’t Park on the Grass official Smash Ultimate ruleset. This is subject to change at any time. Please check the rules before
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL 4PM ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT. THERE WILL BE NO ONSITE SIGN UP. CHECK-IN CLOSES AT 4:45, THERE WILL BE NO LATE SPOTS HELD, THE EVENT STARTS AT 5 SHARP. IF YOU HAVE NOT CHECKED IN BY 4:45, YOU WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE BRACKET.
REMINDER: WE CANNOT GUARANTEE HEADPHONES ON ANY SETUP! PLAN ACCORDINGLY! AND REMEMBER TO BE ON TIME! IF YOUR LATE YOU RUN THE RISK OF BEING REMOVED FROM THE BRACKET! IF YOU THINK YOU MIGHT BE LATE, PLEASE LET US KNOW,
CONSOLE: PlayStation 4
DATE: Sunday, September 29th, 2019
LOCATION: Next Level, 874 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11232, (347) 618-8813
FEES PAID AT THE DOOR, NO ONLINE PAY
Venue: $10 (For just casual play)
Entry: $10
Bring a PS4 with all DLC and get venue fee Compensated by the TO!
POT SPLIT:
Entrants 2-9: Winner takes all.
Entrants 10-31: Top 3 60/30/10
Entrants 32-63: Top 4 50/25/15/10
Entrants 64-95: Top 6 50/20/13/7/5/5
Entrants 96+: Top 8 50/20/13/7/3/3/2/2