Calendar

Jul
4
Wed
2018
Smash Brothers Amiibo and Me Tournament @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Jul 4 @ 9:00 pm – Jul 5 @ 1:00 am

2v2 Amiibo in Smash on Wii U

Double elimination

Fee: $5, 1 drink minimum (2 soda / juice min) or food

Registration time: 7pm – 9pm

Start time: 9:30pm

BYOC

Must be 18+, ID required

Smash all night long – even after the tournament – Melee – Brawl pm & Wii U.

Jul
7
Sat
2018
Rocket League Duos Tournament @ Waypoint Gaming
Jul 7 @ 7:00 pm

Game: Rocket League

Entry fee: $20 ($10 venue / $10 pot)

Pot starts at $50

Start time: 7pm

Jul
11
Wed
2018
Battle To The North
Jul 11 @ 6:30 pm – 11:00 pm

DWG’s “Battle to the North” tournament series is four separate tournaments each with their own
entry fees and winneers 1st/2nd/3rd.
Pot splits per tournament is 65/20/15
All participants must be 18 years or older.
The top two winners from each tournament will be able to compete in the “Champions Battle” at no extra cost.
The top two winners will be sent to “Defend The North” as our guest/representatives all registration fees and DBFZ tournament fee will be covered.

Tournament Fees: $10P / $10V (for each date)
DragonBall Fighter Z
Game version: US PlayStation 4
Game Settings: Default setting
2/3 Rounds, 3/5 Finals 3/5 Grand Finals
If the players do not agree on a stage within 15 seconds, the match will be random stage select.

Live Streaming on :
Twitch.tv/destructiveworldgaming
YouTube.com/destructiveworldgaming

For More Info Go To :
www.DestructiveWorldGaming.com or www.DWGevents.combr
(917) 376 – 9556 Ask for SIN ART

Smash 4 Tournament Wii U 1v1 @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Jul 11 @ 9:00 pm – 11:59 pm

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. 

Jul
25
Wed
2018
Amiibo Wars Tournament Wii U @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Jul 25 @ 9:00 pm – Jul 26 @ 1:00 am

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

 

Jul
27
Fri
2018
The Skillions x 2 Old 2 Furious Again! TOL3 ST Qualifier! @ Next Level
Jul 27 @ 6:00 pm – Jul 28 @ 12:00 am

LET’S GO CRAZY!
It’s time for another edition of The Skillions x 2 Old 2 Furious! 2 days of arcade fighting game action at Next Level!

This is a Tournament of Legends 3 qualifier! The winner of the Super Street Fighter 2 Turbo event qualifies for the main tournament at this year’s Canada Cup in Toronto.

Register online HERE: smash.gg/2old2skill

GAMES
The Skillions:
Vampire Savior (Arcade/Supergun)
Marvel vs. Capcom (Arcade/Supergun)

2 Old 2 Furious:
Capcom vs SNK 2 (Playstation 2)
Street Fighter Alpha 2 (Arcade/Supergun)
Street Fighter EX2 Plus (Arcade/Supergun)
Super Street Fighter 2 Turbo (Arcade/Supergun)

SCHEDULE(All time EDT)
Friday 7/27 – The Skillions
6:30 to 7:30pm – Registration
8pm to 10pm – Vampire Savior tournament
10pm to 12am – Marvel vs. Capcom tournament

Saturday 7/28 – 2 Old 2 Furious
3:30pm to 4:15pm – Registration
5pm – All tournaments begin
7pm to 8pm – Street Fighter EX2 Plus Top 4
8pm to 10pm – Super Street Fighter 2 Turbo Top 4
10pm to 11pm – Street Fighter Alpha 2 Top 4
11pm to 12am – Capcom vs SNK 2 Top 4

If you’re going to be late, please leave a message on this event page (preferred) or call Next Level (347-618-8813) before 5:30PM. Thanks.

RULES
Best of 3 games to win a set for all games

Please bring your own controller! Most USB controllers are compatible.

FEES
Venue: $10
Entry: $5 per game

PRIZES
8 or more entries = 70/20/10 for top 3
7 or less entries = winner takes all

VOD
http://twitch.tv/teamsp00ky/
http://youtube.com/teamspooky/

Jul
28
Sat
2018
The Skillions x 2 Old 2 Furious Again! TOL3 ST Qualifier! @ Next Level
Jul 28 @ 3:00 pm – Jul 29 @ 12:00 am

LET’S GO CRAZY!
It’s time for another edition of The Skillions x 2 Old 2 Furious! 2 days of arcade fighting game action at Next Level!

This is a Tournament of Legends 3 qualifier! The winner of the Super Street Fighter 2 Turbo event qualifies for the main tournament at this year’s Canada Cup in Toronto.

Register online HERE: smash.gg/2old2skill

GAMES
The Skillions:
Vampire Savior (Arcade/Supergun)
Marvel vs. Capcom (Arcade/Supergun)

2 Old 2 Furious:
Capcom vs SNK 2 (Playstation 2)
Street Fighter Alpha 2 (Arcade/Supergun)
Street Fighter EX2 Plus (Arcade/Supergun)
Super Street Fighter 2 Turbo (Arcade/Supergun)

SCHEDULE(All time EDT)
Friday 7/27 – The Skillions
6:30 to 7:30pm – Registration
8pm to 10pm – Vampire Savior tournament
10pm to 12am – Marvel vs. Capcom tournament

Saturday 7/28 – 2 Old 2 Furious
3:30pm to 4:15pm – Registration
5pm – All tournaments begin
7pm to 8pm – Street Fighter EX2 Plus Top 4
8pm to 10pm – Super Street Fighter 2 Turbo Top 4
10pm to 11pm – Street Fighter Alpha 2 Top 4
11pm to 12am – Capcom vs SNK 2 Top 4

If you’re going to be late, please leave a message on this event page (preferred) or call Next Level (347-618-8813) before 5:30PM. Thanks.

RULES
Best of 3 games to win a set for all games

Please bring your own controller! Most USB controllers are compatible.

FEES
Venue: $10
Entry: $5 per game

PRIZES
8 or more entries = 70/20/10 for top 3
7 or less entries = winner takes all

VOD
http://twitch.tv/teamsp00ky/
http://youtube.com/teamspooky/

Aug
1
Wed
2018
Smash Brothers Amiibo and Me Tournament @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Aug 1 @ 9:00 pm – Aug 2 @ 1:00 am

2v2 Amiibo in Smash on Wii U

Double elimination

Fee: $5, 1 drink minimum (2 soda / juice min) or food

Registration time: 7pm – 9pm

Start time: 9:30pm

BYOC

Must be 18+, ID required

Smash all night long – even after the tournament – Melee – Brawl pm & Wii U.

Aug
8
Wed
2018
Amiibo Wars Tournament Wii U @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Aug 8 @ 9:00 pm – Aug 9 @ 1:00 am

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

 

Aug
15
Wed
2018
Smash 4 Tournament Wii U 1v1 @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Aug 15 @ 9:00 pm – 11:59 pm

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. 

Aug
29
Wed
2018
Amiibo Wars Tournament Wii U @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Aug 29 @ 9:00 pm – Aug 30 @ 1:00 am

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

 

Sep
5
Wed
2018
Amiibo Wars Tournament Wii U @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Sep 5 @ 9:00 pm – Sep 6 @ 1:00 am

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

 

Smash Brothers Amiibo and Me Tournament @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Sep 5 @ 9:00 pm – Sep 6 @ 1:00 am

2v2 Amiibo in Smash on Wii U

Double elimination

Fee: $5, 1 drink minimum (2 soda / juice min) or food

Registration time: 7pm – 9pm

Start time: 9:30pm

BYOC

Must be 18+, ID required

Smash all night long – even after the tournament – Melee – Brawl pm & Wii U.

Sep
26
Wed
2018
Amiibo Wars Tournament Wii U @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Sep 26 @ 9:00 pm – Sep 27 @ 1:00 am

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

 

Oct
3
Wed
2018
Amiibo Wars Tournament Wii U @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Oct 3 @ 9:00 pm – Oct 4 @ 1:00 am

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

 

Smash Brothers Amiibo and Me Tournament @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Oct 3 @ 9:00 pm – Oct 4 @ 1:00 am

2v2 Amiibo in Smash on Wii U

Double elimination

Fee: $5, 1 drink minimum (2 soda / juice min) or food

Registration time: 7pm – 9pm

Start time: 9:30pm

BYOC

Must be 18+, ID required

Smash all night long – even after the tournament – Melee – Brawl pm & Wii U.

Oct
31
Wed
2018
Amiibo Wars Tournament Wii U @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Oct 31 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 1 @ 1:00 am

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

 

Nov
7
Wed
2018
Amiibo Wars Tournament Wii U @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Nov 7 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 8 @ 1:00 am

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

 

Smash Brothers Amiibo and Me Tournament @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Nov 7 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 8 @ 1:00 am

2v2 Amiibo in Smash on Wii U

Double elimination

Fee: $5, 1 drink minimum (2 soda / juice min) or food

Registration time: 7pm – 9pm

Start time: 9:30pm

BYOC

Must be 18+, ID required

Smash all night long – even after the tournament – Melee – Brawl pm & Wii U.

Nov
28
Wed
2018
Amiibo Wars Tournament Wii U @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Nov 28 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 29 @ 1:00 am

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

 

Dec
5
Wed
2018
Next Level Battle Circuit @ Next Level
Dec 5 @ 7:00 pm

Games: Street Fighter V, DragonBall FighterZ, Marvel vs Capcom Infinite
Console: PS4

Venue fee: $10 (no spectating is permitted)
Entry fee: $10 per game

Registration time: 7:00 pm to 8:15 pm – please call the store if you are running late and wish to register.
Tournament begins at 8:30 pm

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

Stream: http://www.twitch.tv/teamsp00ky
Hosted by Next Level

Amiibo Wars Tournament Wii U @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Dec 5 @ 9:00 pm – Dec 6 @ 1:00 am

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

 

Dec
12
Wed
2018
Smash 4 Tournament Wii U 1v1 @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Dec 12 @ 9:00 pm – 11:59 pm

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. 

Jan
9
Wed
2019
Amiibo Wars Tournament Wii U @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Jan 9 @ 9:00 pm – Jan 10 @ 1:00 am

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

 

Feb
6
Wed
2019
Amiibo Wars Tournament Wii U @ Lizard Lounge - Long Island, NY
Feb 6 @ 9:00 pm – Feb 7 @ 1:00 am

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

 

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
13
Wed
2019
Wired Wednesday 009 – Video Game & Multi-Genre Event ( Queens ) @ H0L0
Mar 13 @ 10:00 pm – Mar 14 @ 4:00 am

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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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