Calendar

Feb
22
Fri
2019
ASUS ROG Arena: Fortnite Fridays (SQUADS) Tournament @ Microsoft Flagship Store
Feb 22 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

The flagship Microsoft Store will be hosting an ASUS ROG Arena: Fortnite Fridays Tournament.
Join your local Fortnite community and test your skills in a Solo/Duos/Squads tournament for prizes*.
This event is FREE for all players.
All skill levels are welcome.
*No purchase necessary. Open to store visitors who are legal residents of Canada, 50 U.S. & DC 13+, some restrictions apply. See store for full Official Rules.

Feb
23
Sat
2019
NYC Super Smash Bros Ultimate Tournament @ Offside Tavern NYC
Feb 23 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Come meet and compete with the NYC Smash Bros community at Offside Tavern NYC in the heart of Manhattan on Saturday, February 23rd!

Community Gaming will be hosting a 6 hour event for the Smash community at our favorite gamer friendly sports bar. Arrival time is 12:00pm-12:30pm. ALL skill levels are welcome!

Tickets are $20 and include 1 free drink and entry into the Smash Bros tournament + access to the beer pong tables. We’ll be supplying the Nintendo Switches and controllers, but feel free to bring your own. Prizing details will be announced next week.

Sign up for our waitlist now and you’ll be notified when tickets go on sale early next week!

WAITLIST LINK: https://joincommunitygaming.com/smash

Note: Check your spam folder if you don’t see the email confirmation within an hour.

RULES: We will be using the Genesis 6 Smash Ultimate Ruleset.

All sets will be a best-of-3 games until the top cut, to where sets become become best-of-5 games. Games will be 3 stock / 8 minutes for both singles and doubles.

All stages will have hazards off. After each game, the winning player may ban two stages from the full stage list. The stage list is as follows:

Battlefield
Final Destination
Lylat Cruise
Pokémon Stadium 2
Smashville
Counterpicks:
Castle Siege
Kalos Pokémon League
Town & City
Unova Pokémon League
Yoshi’s Island (Brawl)
Yoshi’s Story

Final Smash Meter is OFF. Items are OFF and NONE.

The full ruleset can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dmojllgyDCJgHguWrGJ1X0a4Hv_bTHLh7f-s5b_g5o0/edit?fbclid=IwAR2OC9QidCBKHkdoj0XMFzjwkDKcwRA6O6IUSucV3VvAP-pSLHm1uL-muoM

WAITLIST LINK: https://joincommunitygaming.com/smash

Otaku Times Gaming & Hobby Club Opening Day
Feb 23 @ 12:00 pm

Hey My fellow otaku Next Year in Flushing, Queens, NY; we open Otaku Times.gaming & Hobby Club.

#AnimeNYC #Otakon #AnimeBoston #AnimeNext #Katsukon #OtakutimesUS

Arcade Games:
Battle-Tech
Red Planet
All day

Tabletop games:
Warhammer 4K & Warhammer Quest
Dungeons & Dragons
Infinity Demo

Anime Movies
Kenichi the Mightiest Disciple
Ranma One Half
Princess Jellyfish
Go Lions (this show they used to make original Voltron)
An more!

Monster Hunter NYC Meetup @ Waypoint Cafe
Feb 23 @ 6:00 pm – Feb 24 @ 12:00 am

Come to Waypoint Cafe NYC and join us at one of our weekly meetups every Saturday! Come play Monster Hunter, Mario Kart, Smash Bros, or any of the new releases with us and meet some pretty awesome people while you’re at it!

Feb
24
Sun
2019
Otaku Times Gaming & Hobby Club Opening Day
Feb 24 @ 12:00 pm

Hey My fellow otaku Next Year in Flushing, Queens, NY; we open Otaku Times.gaming & Hobby Club.

#AnimeNYC #Otakon #AnimeBoston #AnimeNext #Katsukon #OtakutimesUS

Arcade Games:
Battle-Tech
Red Planet
All day

Tabletop games:
Warhammer 4K & Warhammer Quest
Dungeons & Dragons
Infinity Demo

Anime Movies
Kenichi the Mightiest Disciple
Ranma One Half
Princess Jellyfish
Go Lions (this show they used to make original Voltron)
An more!

Halo: The Master Chief Collection 2v2 Throwdown @ Microsoft Flagship Store
Feb 24 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm

In partnership with 343i Industries and Game Pass, Microsoft Store will be hosting a unique Halo: Master Chief Collection tournament featuring 2v2 Slayer Halo 3 gameplay. Compete against other Halo players in your local community for prizes and the opportunity to call yourself the best Halo 3 team in your region. View more details on http://halo.gg.
Please show up 30 minutes prior to event start time for check-in and registration. This event is free of charge for all pro and amateur players and all skill levels are welcome. If you do not have a teammate, stores will do their best to combine Free Agents on the day of the event.
*No purchase necessary. Open to first 48 store visitors 13+, some restrictions may apply. See store for full Official Rules.

FREE TOURNAMENT; NO CHARGE!
Sign up begins at 12:30pm so come through and join us for an amazing time.

Format: 2v2; (Single or Double Elim)
Equipment: Xbox One Controllers Provided (feel free to bring your own controller)
Address: Microsoft Store – Flagship Fifth Avenue. 677 5th Ave, New York, NY 10022
Tournament Time: 1pm-6pm

Feb
26
Tue
2019
FGC Tuesdays! Presents Jump Force Tournament! (FREE) @ Microsoft Store
Feb 26 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Welcome to the Jump Force 1v1 tournament hosted by the Flagship Microsoft Store. Experience Goku and Naruto in our State-of-the-Art Gaming Lounge.
Sign up begins at5:30 pm so come through and join us for an amazing time.

FREE TOURNAMENT; NO CHARGE!
Sign up begins at 5:30pm so come through and join us for an amazing time.

Platform: Xbox One
Format: 1v1; Double Elimination
Equipment: Xbox One Controllers Provided (however you can bring your own controllers or fight sticks)
Address: Microsoft Store – Flagship Fifth Avenue. 677 5th Ave, New York, NY 10022
Tournament Time: 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Prize: $40 for 1st Place Microsoft Store Online Gift Card*
$20 for 2nd Place Microsoft Store Online Gift Card*
*Microsoft Store Gift Card not only is for the Xbox Store Gift Card but you can also use it for the MicrosoftStore.com Website to purchase store items (Gaming Monitors, Xbox Consoles, Gaming Mouse, Laptops etc.)

Mar
1
Fri
2019
ASUS ROG Arena: Fortnite Fridays (SQUADS) Tournament @ Microsoft Flagship Store
Mar 1 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

The flagship Microsoft Store will be hosting an ASUS ROG Arena: Fortnite Fridays Tournament.
Join your local Fortnite community and test your skills in a Solo/Duos/Squads tournament for prizes*.
This event is FREE for all players.
All skill levels are welcome.
*No purchase necessary. Open to store visitors who are legal residents of Canada, 50 U.S. & DC 13+, some restrictions apply. See store for full Official Rules.

Mar
2
Sat
2019
Monster Hunter NYC Meetup @ Waypoint Cafe
Mar 2 @ 6:00 pm – Mar 3 @ 12:00 am

Come to Waypoint Cafe NYC and join us at one of our weekly meetups every Saturday! Come play Monster Hunter, Mario Kart, Smash Bros, or any of the new releases with us and meet some pretty awesome people while you’re at it!

Mar
8
Fri
2019
Road to Defend the North 2019: Street Fighter Alpha 2 @ Next Level
Mar 8 @ 2:00 pm – Mar 9 @ 2:00 am

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

Mar
9
Sat
2019
Monster Hunter NYC Meetup @ Waypoint Cafe
Mar 9 @ 6:00 pm – Mar 10 @ 12:00 am

Come to Waypoint Cafe NYC and join us at one of our weekly meetups every Saturday! Come play Monster Hunter, Mario Kart, Smash Bros, or any of the new releases with us and meet some pretty awesome people while you’re at it!

Mar
16
Sat
2019
Monster Hunter NYC Meetup @ Waypoint Cafe
Mar 16 @ 6:00 pm – Mar 17 @ 12:00 am

Come to Waypoint Cafe NYC and join us at one of our weekly meetups every Saturday! Come play Monster Hunter, Mario Kart, Smash Bros, or any of the new releases with us and meet some pretty awesome people while you’re at it!

Mar
23
Sat
2019
Monster Hunter NYC Meetup @ Waypoint Cafe
Mar 23 @ 6:00 pm – Mar 24 @ 12:00 am

Come to Waypoint Cafe NYC and join us at one of our weekly meetups every Saturday! Come play Monster Hunter, Mario Kart, Smash Bros, or any of the new releases with us and meet some pretty awesome people while you’re at it!

Mar
28
Thu
2019
WOMEN IN GAMES: A Celebration! @ Microsoft Flagship Store
Mar 28 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Join Playcrafting’s 3rd annual celebration of women in the game industry!

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re proud to present a special event featuring an all-women lineup of developers presenting their games, plus a panel of pros talking about inclusivity for women in the games industry. After the panel, attendees will have a chance to play each game with the developers behind them and connect with our panelists.

The evening may be a celebration of women in games, but all genders are encouraged to join. Children are welcome to attend as well but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. Hope you can make it!

In the interest of fostering an inclusive and safe environment at all of our events, our Code of Conduct will be enforced.

Visit us at playcrafting.com | Tweet us at @Playcrafting #WomenInGames #WomensHistoryMonth

Mar
30
Sat
2019
Monster Hunter NYC Meetup @ Waypoint Cafe
Mar 30 @ 6:00 pm – Mar 31 @ 12:00 am

Come to Waypoint Cafe NYC and join us at one of our weekly meetups every Saturday! Come play Monster Hunter, Mario Kart, Smash Bros, or any of the new releases with us and meet some pretty awesome people while you’re at it!

Apr
6
Sat
2019
Monster Hunter NYC Meetup @ Waypoint Cafe
Apr 6 @ 6:00 pm – Apr 7 @ 12:00 am

Come to Waypoint Cafe NYC and join us at one of our weekly meetups every Saturday! Come play Monster Hunter, Mario Kart, Smash Bros, or any of the new releases with us and meet some pretty awesome people while you’re at it!

Apr
13
Sat
2019
Monster Hunter NYC Meetup @ Waypoint Cafe
Apr 13 @ 6:00 pm – Apr 14 @ 12:00 am

Come to Waypoint Cafe NYC and join us at one of our weekly meetups every Saturday! Come play Monster Hunter, Mario Kart, Smash Bros, or any of the new releases with us and meet some pretty awesome people while you’re at it!

Apr
20
Sat
2019
Monster Hunter NYC Meetup @ Waypoint Cafe
Apr 20 @ 6:00 pm – Apr 21 @ 12:00 am

Come to Waypoint Cafe NYC and join us at one of our weekly meetups every Saturday! Come play Monster Hunter, Mario Kart, Smash Bros, or any of the new releases with us and meet some pretty awesome people while you’re at it!

Apr
27
Sat
2019
Otaku Times Gaming & Hobby Clubhouse Grand Opening
Apr 27 @ 12:00 pm – Apr 28 @ 12:00 am

Arcade Games:
Battle-Tech
Red Planet
All day

Tabletop games:
Warhammer 4K & Warhammer Quest
Dungeons & Dragons
Infinity Demo

Anime Movies
Kenichi the Mightiest Disciple
Ranma One Half
Princess Jellyfish
Go Lions (this show they used to make original Voltron)
An more!

Monster Hunter NYC Meetup @ Waypoint Cafe
Apr 27 @ 6:00 pm – Apr 28 @ 12:00 am

Come to Waypoint Cafe NYC and join us at one of our weekly meetups every Saturday! Come play Monster Hunter, Mario Kart, Smash Bros, or any of the new releases with us and meet some pretty awesome people while you’re at it!

May
14
Tue
2019
FGC Tuesdays! Presents: Dragon Ball Fighter Z @ Microsoft Store
May 14 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Welcome to FGC Tuesdays, hosted by the Flagship Microsoft Store. We invite you to take part in the action with new characters and compete for top prizes at our Dragon Ball FighterZ tournament. Our state-of-the-art gaming lounge offers the set-up of an eSports Arena, offering you the chance to game like a pro in New York City FOR FREE!
Come in and feast as the greatest will be put to the test.

Platform: Xbox One
Format: 1v1; Double Elimination
Equipment: Xbox One Controllers Provided (however you can bring your own controllers or fight sticks)
Prizes: 1st and 2nd place prizes will be Provided!

Mashfest Happy Hour – Smash Edition @ M1-5 Lounge
May 14 @ 7:00 pm – May 15 @ 12:30 am

Welcome to another Smash-centric Mashfest! This Mashfest will feature Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and some retro classics! We will have multiple setups for both tournament and casual play.
Drink specials, live DJs & more!

Music by Otakus with Attitude

· Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
· Super Smash Bros. Melee
· Mario Kart 64
· Mortal Kombat 11

Must be 21+. Admission: $6.12 on Eventbrite, $10 at the door.

TOURNAMENT for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
$5 entry, signups between 7pm – 8pm
double elimination, $25 pot bonus
32 player cap
top 3 payout 70/20/10

Additional Smash rules:
Final Smash, items, and hazards off
3 stock, Final Destination or Battlefield maps only

HAPPY HOUR PRICES:
· Well drinks: $7
· Wine: $6-$8
· Beer: $6
· Top shelf: $2 off reg price

———————————————————-

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! 🙂

—————————————————–

MASHFESTNYC
http://www.facebook.com/mashfestnyc

May
19
Sun
2019
Brooklyn 2 Tokyo @ Camp
May 19 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Cosplay, gaming, tournaments, raffles and MORE!
Free every week! Thats right, FREE 99!
Gaming, cosplay, live music and performances, raffles (once a month), gaming tournaments (ON SIGHT), Karaoke and pool!

May
26
Sun
2019
Brooklyn 2 Tokyo @ Camp
May 26 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Cosplay, gaming, tournaments, raffles and MORE!
Free every week! Thats right, FREE 99!
Gaming, cosplay, live music and performances, raffles (once a month), gaming tournaments (ON SIGHT), Karaoke and pool!

Jun
16
Sun
2019
Brooklyn 2 Tokyo @ Camp
Jun 16 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Cosplay, gaming, tournaments, raffles and MORE!
Free every week! Thats right, FREE 99!
Gaming, cosplay, live music and performances, raffles (once a month), gaming tournaments (ON SIGHT), Karaoke and pool!

Jun
23
Sun
2019
Brooklyn 2 Tokyo @ Camp
Jun 23 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Cosplay, gaming, tournaments, raffles and MORE!
Free every week! Thats right, FREE 99!
Gaming, cosplay, live music and performances, raffles (once a month), gaming tournaments (ON SIGHT), Karaoke and pool!

Jun
30
Sun
2019
Brooklyn 2 Tokyo @ Camp
Jun 30 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Cosplay, gaming, tournaments, raffles and MORE!
Free every week! Thats right, FREE 99!
Gaming, cosplay, live music and performances, raffles (once a month), gaming tournaments (ON SIGHT), Karaoke and pool!

Jul
19
Fri
2019
Defend The North 2019 @ The New Yorker Hotel
Jul 19 @ 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

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!

https://newyorkerhotel.reztrip.com/classic/en/special_offer?action=show&controller=landings&locale=en&rate_code%5B%5D=DTN&rate_code%5B%5D=DTN&starting_page=special_offer&vr=3

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

Jul
20
Sat
2019
Defend The North 2019 @ The New Yorker Hotel
Jul 20 @ 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

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!

https://newyorkerhotel.reztrip.com/classic/en/special_offer?action=show&controller=landings&locale=en&rate_code%5B%5D=DTN&rate_code%5B%5D=DTN&starting_page=special_offer&vr=3

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

Jul
21
Sun
2019
Defend The North 2019 @ The New Yorker Hotel
Jul 21 @ 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

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!

https://newyorkerhotel.reztrip.com/classic/en/special_offer?action=show&controller=landings&locale=en&rate_code%5B%5D=DTN&rate_code%5B%5D=DTN&starting_page=special_offer&vr=3

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