Calendar

May
6
Sun
2018
OWL Stage 3 Playoffs Party (All Ages + Free) @ The Liberty NYC
May 6 @ 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Viewing party for Overwatch League Stage 3 Title Matches on May 6 at The Liberty NYC bar on 35th St.

All ages event, bring ID if 21 & over to drink.

May
19
Sat
2018
The Jersey Cup – Tecmo Super Bowl Tournament @ Mother's Ale House & Grill
May 19 @ 11:00 am – 7:00 pm

On May 19, 2018, NJ will be hosting its own Tecmo Super Bowl tournament, the JERSEY CUP!

Registration is $25, and includes an exclusive Jersey Cup t-shirt, and entry to win some awesome door prizes, including a signed Joe Montana TSB poster!

To Register: E-mail Greg at jerseycuptecmo@gmail.com with the following information: Full Name, Hometown, T-Shirt Size, Equipment (e.g.- consoles, TVs, etc.)

May
26
Sat
2018
Hyperbolic Street Melee #1 – DBFz/SFV/SSBM Tournament Series @ Platinum Star Games
May 26 @ 2:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Tournaments and also a Combo Breaker 2018 Viewing Party:

Going to be doing this as a Combo Breaker 2018 Viewing Party As-well for the locals who can’t make it out but want to be a part of the action! We have a nice big screen and couch to View the event from!

Venue: $7 [Eligible for a $2/4 Discount for bringing a Setup]
SFV: $8
DBFz: $8
SSBM: $8

Venue Starts at 2:00pm
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Registration: 3:00pm

Event Scheduled Start Times
~Singles~
Street Fighter 5 Singles @ 5:30pm
Melee Singles @ 6:30pm
DragonBall FighterZ Singles @ 7:00pm-ish [Will start as other brackets wind down!]

For more info and rules, please visit the FB event page

Stream: https://www.twitch.tv/BBWSmash

Jun
9
Sat
2018
HOC Presents – Dbfz n Mvci session with E3 n Sop stream @ HOC
Jun 9 @ 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm

We are hosting an Open Public Session with both MVCI and DBFZ. We also going to have E3 and the summit of power streams on so people can watch.

If you guys want…we can also have tournaments for either/both games if enough people want.

Door fee:
$8 this includes spectators. Cash or paypal only.

Entry fee:
$8 if enough people enter. 4 or more require.

Address:
955 e163rd st apt 5j

System:
Playstation 4

Start time:
4pm for casuals

Event ends 11pm or when summit of power pools are done

Stream:
www.twitch.tv/Bum1six3

Jun
12
Tue
2018
Smash Bros Switch Reveal Party & Fest @ Platinum Star Games
Jun 12 @ 11:00 am – 10:00 pm

Are you as excited for the upcoming Smash Bros for Nintendo Switch as we are? If so, come spend the day with some of NJ’s most dedicated Smash Bros players & fans as we watch the big reveal of the new game and binge Smash for the entire day after the presentation!

Stay tuned for more details, but please be advised that this is a day of fun revolving around Smash Bros and a variety of other games provided in the Platinum Star Games venue and not a tournament!

For updates and details, please visit the FB event page!

Jun
15
Fri
2018
BoroughCon 2018 + Tournaments @ Brooklyn Expo Center
Jun 15 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm

BoroughCon is a convention that celebrates anime, gaming, comics, sci-fi, manga and much more. There will be a game room with tournaments, panels, vendors, cosplay contests and more!

Gamers, join us for our Fighting Game Tournaments!
Registration is now officialy open at https://smash.gg/tournament/boroughcon-2018.

Tournaments will include the following games:
DragonBall FighterZ, Tekken 7, BlazBlue: Cross Tag.
32 player cap per Tournament.

Event Schedule
Friday, June 15: 4 PM – 8 PM
Free play with MashFest and Team1UpEm. Featuring live DJ and music.

Saturday, June 16: 10 AM – 8 PM
Dragon Ball FighterZ (PS4) – Pools – Top 8 – Finals
Free play with MashFest and Team1UpEm

Sunday, June 17: 10AM – 8 PM
Tekken 7 (PS4) – Pools – Top 8 – Finals
BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle (PS4) – Pools – Top 8 – Finals
Free play with MashFest and Team1UpEm

Participants must purchase a weekend pass or day pass to access the venue.
Tournament sign ups at no additional cost.

Step 1: Go to https://smash.gg/tournament/boroughcon-2018
Step 2: Register for the tournament games you wish to participate in.
Step 3: Show up to the game room at the time of the tournament and play!

Don’t forget to bring your own controller!

Prizes will be split accordingly:

Dragon Ball FighterZ: $500.00
Tekken 7: $250.00
BlazBlue Cross Tag: $250.00

(60-30-10 split for 1st, 2nd, 3rd)

Jun
16
Sat
2018
BoroughCon 2018 + Tournaments @ Brooklyn Expo Center
Jun 16 @ 10:00 am – 9:00 pm

BoroughCon is a convention that celebrates anime, gaming, comics, sci-fi, manga and much more. There will be a game room with tournaments, panels, vendors, cosplay contests and more!

Gamers, join us for our Fighting Game Tournaments!
Registration is now officaly open at https://smash.gg/tournament/boroughcon-2018.

Tournaments will include the following games:
DragonBall FighterZ, Tekken 7, BlazBlue: Cross Tag.
32 player cap per Tournament.

Event Schedule
Friday, June 15: 4 PM – 8 PM
Free play with MashFest and Team1UpEm. Featuring live DJ and music.

Saturday, June 16: 10 AM – 8 PM
Dragon Ball FighterZ (PS4) – Pools – Top 8 – Finals
Free play with MashFest and Team1UpEm

Sunday, June 17: 10AM – 8 PM
Tekken 7 (PS4) – Pools – Top 8 – Finals
BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle (PS4) – Pools – Top 8 – Finals
Free play with MashFest and Team1UpEm

Participants must purchase a weekend pass or day pass to access the venue.
Tournament sign ups at no additional cost.

Step 1: Go to https://smash.gg/tournament/boroughcon-2018
Step 2: Register for the tournament games you wish to participate in.
Step 3: Show up to the game room at the time of the tournament and play!

Don’t forget to bring your own controller!

Prizes will be split accordingly:

Dragon Ball FighterZ: $500.00
Tekken 7: $250.00
BlazBlue Cross Tag: $250.00

(60-30-10 split for 1st, 2nd, 3rd)

Jun
17
Sun
2018
BoroughCon 2018 + Tournaments @ Brooklyn Expo Center
Jun 17 @ 10:00 am – 9:00 pm

BoroughCon is a convention that celebrates anime, gaming, comics, sci-fi, manga and much more. There will be a game room with tournaments, panels, vendors, cosplay contests and more!

Gamers, join us for our Fighting Game Tournaments!
Registration is now officaly open at https://smash.gg/tournament/boroughcon-2018.

Tournaments will include the following games:
DragonBall FighterZ, Tekken 7, BlazBlue: Cross Tag.
32 player cap per Tournament.

Event Schedule
Friday, June 15: 4 PM – 8 PM
Free play with MashFest and Team1UpEm. Featuring live DJ and music.

Saturday, June 16: 10 AM – 8 PM
Dragon Ball FighterZ (PS4) – Pools – Top 8 – Finals
Free play with MashFest and Team1UpEm

Sunday, June 17: 10AM – 8 PM
Tekken 7 (PS4) – Pools – Top 8 – Finals
BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle (PS4) – Pools – Top 8 – Finals
Free play with MashFest and Team1UpEm

Participants must purchase a weekend pass or day pass to access the venue.
Tournament sign ups at no additional cost.

Step 1: Go to https://smash.gg/tournament/boroughcon-2018
Step 2: Register for the tournament games you wish to participate in.
Step 3: Show up to the game room at the time of the tournament and play!

Don’t forget to bring your own controller!

Prizes will be split accordingly:

Dragon Ball FighterZ: $500.00
Tekken 7: $250.00
BlazBlue Cross Tag: $250.00

(60-30-10 split for 1st, 2nd, 3rd)

OWL Stage 4 Title Matches Viewing Party! (All Ages + Free) @ The Liberty NYC
Jun 17 @ 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Welcome to Overwatch Overpour, a viewing party series for Overwatch League in NYC!

Join us on Sunday for good food, good drinks, and the top teams of Stage 4!

We’ll have happy hour food and drink specials! If you are under 21, please do not attempt to drink. If you’re over 21, please bring ID. And most importantly, please tip your service staff!

Come crack open a cold one with us and enjoy some games!

With love,
Judy and Danielle ♥

Jun
30
Sat
2018
CGNY Overwatch FFA Tournament @ THE ALLEY POWERED BY VERIZON
Jun 30 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

CGNY is excited to announce our first BYOC Overwatch Tournament! Produced in partnership with NYXL, we will be hosting a 64 player FFA Death Match Tournament and an all day BYOC LAN party on Saturday, June 30th, starting at 10AM.

Prize Pool:

There will be a $500 cash prize and for the tournament provided by NYXL. The top 2 players will also win jerseys and get VIP access to an official NYXL event in July! Full details to be announced soon.

Tickets are on sale now at https://cgny.splashthat.com/

Check out the community highlights video from last month’s PUBG Tournament: https://www.facebook.com/CommunityGamingNewYork/videos/vb.541664245938834/1457927694312480/?type=2&theater&notif_t=page_post_reaction&notif_id=1528389076629629

Format:

Each match will have 8 players playing in a Free For All style format. In total, we’ll have 8 matches of 8 players each. The top 4 players from each match will advance to the next round. Prizing is as follows:

1st: $200 + NYXL VIP access & jersey
2nd: $100 + NYXL VIP access & jersey
3rd: $70
4th: $50
5th: $20
6th: $20
7th: $20
8th: $20

For more info, please visit the FB event page!

Jul
7
Sat
2018
New Jersey Gamer Con @ Crowne Plaza Philadelphia-Cherry Hill
Jul 7 @ 10:00 am – Jul 8 @ 4:00 pm

Come join us for an incredible weekend filled with competitive and casual gaming tournaments, live music, chiptunes DJs, a free-to-play arcade, new and classic consoles, vendors with amazing items, artists, special guests, independent game developers, cosplay photo ops and contests, tabletop gaming, panels and so much more.

Jul
14
Sat
2018
Chinatown Beatdown: The Second Anniversary @ Xenozero gaming
Jul 14 @ 2:00 pm – 11:59 pm

Kick-Punch-Block! and XenoZero presents….

Chinatown Beatdown: The Second Anniversary

System: PS4
Monitors: BenQ

Venue Fee: $10 (everyone)

Fighting EX Layer
Registration Fee: $10
Registration Time: 2:00 pm ~ 4:30 pm
Start Time: 5:00 pm

SFV:AE
Registration Fee: $10
Registration Time: 2:00 pm ~ 5:30 pm
Start Time: 6:00 pm

BlazBlue Cross Tag Battle
Registration Fee: $10
Registration Time: 2:00 pm ~ 6:30 pm
Start Time: 7:00 pm

Dragon Ball FighterZ
Registration Fee: $10
Registration Time: 2:00 pm ~ 7:30 pm
Start Time: 8:00 pm

Twinkle Star Sprites
Registration Fee: $5
Registration Time: 2:00pm ~ 7:00pm
Start Time: 7:30pm

Payout:
1st: 70%
2nd: 20%
3rd: 10%

(If less than 10 people, winner takes ALL )
BYOC (Please Bring your own controller or joystick)

We do have limited equipment for rent, so it’s first come first serve:
$2.00 for controllers
$3.00 for joysticks

Rules:
Double Elimination Format 2/3 matches, Winner/Loser/Grand Finals is 3/5 Matches
Winner must stay with character

Stream: Kick-Punch-Block!
www.twitch.tv/KPBLive

Jul
15
Sun
2018
Killer Instinct Tournament NYC @ Microsoft Store NYC Flagship
Jul 15 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Hosting a Killer instinct tournament for the Microsoft flagship store on July 15th Sunday at 12PM. there will be no stream but hopefully down the line we can get one up and running in the near future.

Tournament and Entry is Free

Double Elimination
2/3 match set – WF/LF/GF 3/5 match set

Prize
1st $80 gift card
2nd $20 gift card

Jul
28
Sat
2018
Unoffical Overwatch League Finals After Party @ Colony 274
Jul 28 @ 8:00 pm – Jul 29 @ 4:00 am

Play All Gaming hosting an UN-official after party for the fans of Overwatch. We have a very spacious venue that accommodates the very needs of an after-party and it is located minutes away from Barclay’s.

Our only means is to provide a fun experience for everyone to enjoy and the company of others who enjoy Overwatch.

Cos-play is encouraged (please respect your fellow peers, we do not condone physical harm to others)

Colony is located on 274 4th Avenue in Brooklyn and the nearest train is the R to UNION ST and walk 2 blocks to Garfield place.

Venue fee
$20 without barclays ticket
$10 with barclays ticket
(No need for online purchase, just come by)

Aug
4
Sat
2018
EVO Viewing Party at Encore Esports @ Encore E-Sports
Aug 4 @ 12:00 pm – Aug 5 @ 2:00 am

Come watch the EVO Championships with us all weekend!

$20.00 per day or $5.00 per hour.

Over 20+ setups with all EVO Games and more

EVO on the big screen all weekend!

We will provide food and drink.

Saturday runs pools.

Sunday is TOP 8

Doors open at noon and close at 2am

Aug
5
Sun
2018
EVO Viewing Party at Encore Esports @ Encore E-Sports
Aug 5 @ 12:00 pm – Aug 6 @ 2:00 am

Come watch the EVO Championships with us all weekend!

$20.00 per day or $5.00 per hour.

Over 20+ setups with all EVO Games and more

EVO on the big screen all weekend!

We will provide food and drink.

Saturday runs pools.

Sunday is TOP 8

Doors open at noon and close at 2am

Aug
11
Sat
2018
Long Island Retro Gaming Expo 2018 @ Cradle of Aviation Museum
Aug 11 @ 10:00 am – Aug 12 @ 5:00 pm

What to expect at the Expo – 

– A HUGE playable video game museum
– Freeplay of every size and shape
– awesome special guests/guest speakers
– Vendors with the good stuff
– A kickin cosplay contest
– Game themed musical performances 
– our usual stacked tournament area
– return of the homebrew section
& much much more!

Play NYC @ The Manhattan Center
Aug 11 @ 10:00 am – 8:00 pm

Play NYC is New York’s premier dedicated game convention for creators and players alike. Featuring the latest releases from studios large and small, and from developers old and new, Play NYC celebrates every facet of gaming in a way that only the Big Apple can.

In 2017, the first-ever Play NYC convention brought two packed days and nights of games, panels and networking events to Manhattan’s landmark concert venue, Terminal 5 – uniting developers, players and industry pros at a games event like no other.

Aug
12
Sun
2018
Play NYC @ The Manhattan Center
Aug 12 @ 10:00 am – 8:00 pm

Play NYC is New York’s premier dedicated game convention for creators and players alike. Featuring the latest releases from studios large and small, and from developers old and new, Play NYC celebrates every facet of gaming in a way that only the Big Apple can.

In 2017, the first-ever Play NYC convention brought two packed days and nights of games, panels and networking events to Manhattan’s landmark concert venue, Terminal 5 – uniting developers, players and industry pros at a games event like no other.

Sep
14
Fri
2018
J1-Con 2018: Anime & Gaming Expo + Afterparty @ Showboat Hotel Atlantic City
Sep 14 @ 12:00 pm – Sep 16 @ 7:00 pm

J1-Con is Philadelphia’s #1 Anime & Gaming Expo, and now it’s MOVING to the SHOWBOAT HOTEL in ATLANTIC CITY! This is ALL AGES, and held by nerds, for nerds. Represent your nerd status- and get hype for the most amazing time of your life. 

GAMING TOURNAMENTS:
$10 ENTRY FEE with CASH PRIZES!!
1st Place: 70%
2nd Place: 20%
3rd PLace: 10%

Games in the tournament:
– Street Fighter V (PS4)
– Dragonball FighterZ (PS4)
– ARMS (Nintendo Switch)
– Tekken 7 (PS4)
– Injustice 2 (PS4)
– Super Smash Bros Melee (GC/Wii)
– Super Smash Bros 4 (WiiU)
– Pokemon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (3DS/2DS)
– Yu-Gi-Oh! (Cards)

There will be FREE PLAY in the GAMING AREA, not to mention ARCADE MACHINES!

J1-CON’S FAMOUS AFTER PARTY!!!!
18+ AFTER PARTY on the 2nd Floor of the Showboat Hotel at the BOURBON ROOM, formerly the House of Blues featuring Live music, Cosplay Burlesque, & DJ dance night!

For more details, please visit the J1-Con official site

Sep
15
Sat
2018
A Video Game Con 2018 @ Meadowlands Exposition Center
Sep 15 @ 10:00 am – Sep 16 @ 5:00 pm

A Video Game Con (AVGC) is NJ’s premiere convention dedicated to both retro and modern video games. The convention will feature professional and casual tournaments, musical performances, video game burlesque, console freeplay, indie video game developers, special guests, cosplay contests, vendors, panels, auctions/raffles and MORE!

Sep
26
Wed
2018
Killer Instinct Tournament @ Waypoint Gaming
Sep 26 all-day

Killer Instinct tournament at Waypoint Gaming

$10 entry, $10 venue

Oct
19
Fri
2018
GameACon @ Ocean Resort Casino
Oct 19 @ 7:00 am – Oct 21 @ 6:00 pm

SPECIFICALLY FOR INDEPENDENT GAME DEVELOPERS AND GAMING FANS
Gameacon is the only conference of its kind — one that combines the business-to-business networking and educational opportunities of the GDC with the entertainment and public feedback aspects of Magfest or Pax. And it all focuses exclusively on independent game developers from around the world. Our mission is to promote independent artists in game creation by providing a space for them to showcase their work, the opportunity to reach an audience who craves to see it, and a forum to learn from each other.

Features: cosplay, game arcade, tournaments, LARPing, contests, presentations and panels, and more!

Please note that there are different passes available for sale – general admission and industry. Check the Gameacon website for more details and to purchase passes.

Oct
31
Wed
2018
Killer Instinct Tournament Halloween Edition @ Waypoint Gaming
Oct 31 @ 7:00 pm

WELCOME TO THE 3RD Killer Instinct Tournament here
at Waypoint Gaming in Garden City New York.

Venue is $10
Entry is $10

Rules are simple

Best 2 out of 3 games all until Winners, Losers, and
Grand Finals.
Running on XBOX ONE S and PC.
Bring your own controllers
Brook Converters are also accepted here.

Nov
3
Sat
2018
League of Legends Worlds Viewing Party + Tournament! @ Alley
Nov 3 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

CGNY LoL is back and bringing the League of Legends community together for the 2018 World Championship! Join the largest BYOC LAN Party in NYC! All are welcome to play League for our 6 hour event. Venue located across the street from Barcade!

We’ll have a viewing area set up for players who just want to watch the Worlds rebroadcast from overnight. Pizza + Drinks are included in the spectator ticket!

Tickets available now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/league-of-legends-worlds-lan-viewing-party-tickets-51597913749

Here’s a video from our last LoL event to see what our LANs are about: https://www.facebook.com/CommunityGamingNewYork/videos/1392982190807031/

Register solo or up to a team of 3! (Over 60% of attendees come SOLO to meet and play with new people!) Please Note: This event is Bring Your Own Computer (BYOC). You must bring all your own equipment including mouse/keyboard/headset.

Note: Format details are on the discussion page.

About Our Venue: Alley powered by Verizon locations are developed by Verizon, the world’s leading technology company, in collaboration with Alley, a membership-only community workspace for creators. Each location is a curated community powered by the emerging technologies and thought-leadership of Verizon. Learn more at https://www.alley.com/

Game it up in Verizon’s premium office space:

~ Immerse yourself in our friendly and inclusive gaming community at our LANs.

~ A spacious, well-lit, premium venue with clean and comfortable seats.

~ Blazing fast Verizon Fios connection and corporate-grade wifi.

~ Included pizza, coffee, and energy drinks means you won’t need to stop to refuel!

~For spectators who just want to watch Worlds – we have a big TV and couch to watch Twitch!

If there’s anything we can do ensure you have the best experience, please contact cg@cgnylan.com

Tag us on Twitter with your event pictures: https://twitter.com/CGNYLAN

Nov
17
Sat
2018
GameACon @ Resort World Casino
Nov 17 – Nov 18 all-day

Celebrating Gaming, Game Developers, and Gamers of all kinds

Gameacon celebrates the artistry of games and game creation. That’s what our name stands for – The Game Arts Conference. If you love video games, board games, esports, LARPing or the geek culture that surrounds it, then you will love Gameacon.

Nov
28
Wed
2018
Killer Instinct Tournament @ Waypoint Gaming
Nov 28 @ 7:00 pm – 11:59 pm

WELCOME!! To The Killer Instinct Tournament here at Waypoint Gaming in Garden City New York.

Rules are simple!

Best 2 out of 3 games all until
Winners,
Losers,
and Grand Finals.

$20 for entry and venue

Running on XBOX ONE S and PC.
Bring your own controllers
Brook Converters are also accepted here.

Mar
24
Sun
2019
LCS Viewing Party – last day of the split! @ The Liberty NYC
Mar 24 @ 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm

**FREE, ALL AGES EVENT**
It’s the last day of the Spring Split of our 2019 season – come celebrate with us!

Enjoy Food & Drink Specials!
(If you’re under 21, please do not attempt to drink alcohol!)
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GAME SCHEDULE
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C9 v CG
100T v OG
FOX v CLG
GGS v FLY
TSM v TL

Brought to you by New York City League of Legends – NYCLOL

Jun
9
Sun
2019
NYXL Rooftop Watch Party @ VERSA NYC
Jun 9 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Love gaming, Overwatch, or rooftop parties? This is definitely the event for you.

NYXL, the professional esports team representing New York in the Overwatch League, is hosting its first every Rooftop Bar Watch party at VERSA NYC. Join us on June 9th from 2PM-6PM as we cheer on our favorite New York team against our Season 1 rivals, the London Spitfire.

That’s not all – There will also be gaming setups available for freeplay, Summer-esque party games, and NYXL themed food & drinks. All ages are welcome.
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➤ GET TICKETS: events.nyxl.gg/watchparty/fbeventpage
➤ TICKET PRICE: $15 GA, $45 VIP
➤ DATE: Sunday, June 9th
➤ TIME: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
➤ WHERE: Versa NYC – Rooftop Bar
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Sponsored by:

Raynor Gaming

Aug
24
Sat
2019
Dota 2 TI9 NYC Viewing Party! @ Playwright Irish Pub 35th
Aug 24 @ 9:00 pm – Aug 25 @ 4:00 am

Join the NYC Dota community at one of Community Gaming’s premiere events…The Annual TI Finals Viewing Party!

This year’s pubstomp will start at Playwright Irish Pub 35th! We’ll have our own floor with a full bar that can fit over 100 people! Under 21 is allowed! (Bring your ID to get a 21+ wristband)

Tickets are $10 and Include:

1 Drink Ticket for the bar – Well drink or Beer
Access to the 2nd floor with a discounted menu of Dota themed
Food & Drink!
We’ll be running a casual Dota Underlords mobile side event if
there’s enough interest.

+Raffle Prize Entries!

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*SCHEDULE*

9:00PM – 2nd Floor OPENS (We’ll have many TVs to watch the games and a menu of bar food and drinks)

12:00-1AM – TI9 MATCHES START

4:00AM – BAR CLOSES (we will continue on to another bar by this time as the finals will be running all night)

4:30AM – We will move to a second location. Final choice of locations still be finalized as it hard to find a venue open that late.

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