Calendar

Jun
9
Sat
2018
Double Tourney: Pokken Tournament DX + Sun & Moon @ Side Scrollers
Jun 9 @ 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Tournaments for Pokken DX and Pokemon Sun & Moon

$10 entry, $18 entry for both tournaments with cash prizes

Please visit the FB event page for updates

http://sidescrollersnj.com/tournaments

Jul
20
Fri
2018
Defend the North 2018 @ Crowne Plaza White Plains-Downtown (White Plains, NY)
Jul 20 @ 2:00 pm – 11:00 pm

On July 20th, 21st and 22nd, the Crowne Plaza Hotel will open its doors to welcome the Fighting Game Community Defend The North (DTN2018), a major fighting game tournament.

New York City consists of a diverse gaming community that has grown substantially over the previous years. As you may know, New York City is a tourist attraction and we believe that it can be a great destination for gamers who travel to these tournaments year round. DTN2018 will provide a venue that will advertise to players and spectators of all levels.

Both players and spectators will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive fighting gameplay as well as additional events that will occur simultaneously. They will also enjoy the opportunity to play and watch the best of the East Coast, as we try to defend our home court.

Games:
Street Fighter 5
Marvel Vs. Capcom Infinite
Tekken 7
Injustice 2
Dragon Ball FighterZ
BlazBlue Tag Battle
Guilty Gear xrd Rev2
Super Smash Bros. for Wii U
Pokken Tournament DX
Gears of War 4
Fortnite Battle Royale
For Honor
& more!

Venue Fees:
Online Pre registration February 26th – June 29th : $40

Online Pre registration June 22nd – July 13th: $50

Onsite Registration Friday July 20th: $60

Casual / Spectator Pass to play games and attend other non-tournament games – $30 for all 3 days

FB Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/252151858657872/

Jul
21
Sat
2018
Defend the North 2018 @ Crowne Plaza White Plains-Downtown (White Plains, NY)
Jul 21 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 pm

On July 20th, 21st and 22nd, the Crowne Plaza Hotel will open its doors to welcome the Fighting Game Community Defend The North (DTN2018), a major fighting game tournament.

New York City consists of a diverse gaming community that has grown substantially over the previous years. As you may know, New York City is a tourist attraction and we believe that it can be a great destination for gamers who travel to these tournaments year round. DTN2018 will provide a venue that will advertise to players and spectators of all levels.

Both players and spectators will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive fighting gameplay as well as additional events that will occur simultaneously. They will also enjoy the opportunity to play and watch the best of the East Coast, as we try to defend our home court.

Games:
Street Fighter 5
Marvel Vs. Capcom Infinite
Tekken 7
Injustice 2
Dragon Ball FighterZ
BlazBlue Tag Battle
Guilty Gear xrd Rev2
Super Smash Bros. for Wii U
Pokken Tournament DX
Gears of War 4
Fortnite Battle Royale
For Honor
& more!

Venue Fees:
Online Pre registration February 26th – June 29th : $40

Online Pre registration June 22nd – July 13th: $50

Onsite Registration Friday July 20th: $60

Casual / Spectator Pass to play games and attend other non-tournament games – $30 for all 3 days

FB Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/252151858657872/

Jul
22
Sun
2018
Defend the North 2018 @ Crowne Plaza White Plains-Downtown (White Plains, NY)
Jul 22 @ 10:00 am – 9:00 pm

On July 20th, 21st and 22nd, the Crowne Plaza Hotel will open its doors to welcome the Fighting Game Community Defend The North (DTN2018), a major fighting game tournament.

New York City consists of a diverse gaming community that has grown substantially over the previous years. As you may know, New York City is a tourist attraction and we believe that it can be a great destination for gamers who travel to these tournaments year round. DTN2018 will provide a venue that will advertise to players and spectators of all levels.

Both players and spectators will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive fighting gameplay as well as additional events that will occur simultaneously. They will also enjoy the opportunity to play and watch the best of the East Coast, as we try to defend our home court.

Games:
Street Fighter 5
Marvel Vs. Capcom Infinite
Tekken 7
Injustice 2
Dragon Ball FighterZ
BlazBlue Tag Battle
Guilty Gear xrd Rev2
Super Smash Bros. for Wii U
Pokken Tournament DX
Gears of War 4
Fortnite Battle Royale
For Honor
& more!

Venue Fees:
Online Pre registration February 26th – June 29th : $40

Online Pre registration June 22nd – July 13th: $50

Onsite Registration Friday July 20th: $60

Casual / Spectator Pass to play games and attend other non-tournament games – $30 for all 3 days

FB Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/252151858657872/

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

Nov
18
Sun
2018
Let’s Go and Switch It Up! – Switch & Play NYC November Monthly @ David Rubenstein Atrium at Lincoln Center / ‘Wichcraft
Nov 18 @ 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu & Let’s Go Eevee are out, and we’ll be celebrating it with a small launch event. We’ll be located at the David Rubenstein Atrium near Lincoln Center! Get together with members of Switch & Play NYC, as well as Pokemon DS NYC, as we all play Pokemon Let’s Go Together! We’ll also take the time to play some Pokemon Go together, as there’s plenty of PokeStops all over the Lincoln Center area! Lastly, we’ll have a mini raffle, where we’ll be raffling off some cool Pokemon prizes!

DIRECTIONS:
To get to the David Rubenstein Atrium,, you could either:

Take the B, D, F, M, or 1 train to 59th st. Columbus Circle, then walk up to 62nd st. From there, you should see the Atrium. Or you could Take the 1, 2, or 3 train to 72nd St., then walk down to 62nd st.

There are outlets you could use to charge your phones and Switches, but please be mindful of folks who would like to have a turn to charge their stuff.

See you guys for some Pokemon Action!

Nov
24
Sat
2018
Coexist Gaming party
Nov 24 @ 6:00 pm – Nov 25 @ 3:00 am

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!

Jan
19
Sat
2019
EPIC Gaming Party!
Jan 19 @ 6:00 pm – Jan 20 @ 3:00 am

its the top of the year and Coexist Gaming is launching 2019 with the ultimate level up! We are excited to be partnering with Apex luxury car dealership @apexwuc who is bringing you the chance to win $1500 towards the vehicle of your choice, just by RSVPing to the event! We love our coexisting partnership with @team1upem and the beautiful people there. Even the winter is not a match for our heated backyard experience, great food, fire music,
dope drinks, BEER PONG and even THC infused pizza, sodas and wings.
RSVP NOW for your chance to win! Somebody is going to roll away with a big check towards some new wheels.

And as per usual, COEXIST heard your voices and are bringing tournaments, along with both classic and new editions from our N64 station to our Dreamcast light gun stations. And don’t worry, your favorites like our PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo rooms are always mainstays in the building!
Featuring over 2000 retro games, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, 2 arcades, and a 4 player shooter station, we’re COEXISTing like never before!
RSVP NOW!

Mar
23
Sat
2019
Epic gaming event!
Mar 23 @ 6:00 pm – Mar 24 @ 4:00 am

Coexist Gaming is back for March Madness, the gaming edition. We will be featuring insane games for another highly anticipated event with our favorite community! Returning with some of our favorites at the N64 Retro Station, our classic custom arcades, Smash bros, NBA 2K19, and over 2000 retro games to conquer. Just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, we are introducing the one and only Dead or Alive 6 and Tecmo is back to take the crown! We will also be debuting “The Division 2” at our 4-player battle station. The fun never ends at a COEXIST Gaming event; even our backyard highlights beer pong table and this is just the tip of the iceberg.

Walk into: great MUSIC, great FOOD, great (and STRONG) DRINKS, THC infused Pizza and Sodas!
AND
RSVP now for a chance to win your very own, brand new copy of “The Division 2.”

HIGHLIGHTS:
We’ve got it all. 2 arcade stations, Xbox, Playstation, Nintendo rooms
NBA 2K19 in our PS room
Smash Bros. and Mario Kart in our Nintendo Room
Gears of War 4 and The Division 2 in our Xbox room
Introducing Dead or Alive 6 on our custom 2 player arcade
Over 2000 retro games from multiple systems: Nes, Super new, and Sega Genesis
Not to mention: Music, Food, Drinks, Heated backyard, and Beer Pong!
THC infused pizza, sodas

Join Us Saturday, March 23rd RSVP Now for a chance to win your very own brand new copy of The Division 2 in our raffle!
The ONLY way to win is to RSVP!

Event is for ages 18 and older.
$10 RSVP (which enters you into the raffle!!! DUH.)
$15 AT THE DOOR
NO EXCEPTIONS!

Apr
14
Sun
2019
The Scarlet Classic V @ Rutgers Athletics Center
Apr 14 @ 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm

The Scarlet Classic makes a triumphant comeback bigger and better than ever before and a bigger event means a much bigger venue! We’ve moved from the College Ave Student Center to the Rutgers Athletic Center on Livingston!

Featuring Tournaments and/or Casual Events for:
– Overwatch
– League of Legends
– Super Smash Bros. Melee
– Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
– DOTA 2
– Pokemon
– Hearthstone
– CS:GO
– FGC (Street Fighter V, Tekken, Dragon Ball FighterZ. etc.)
– VR
– and many more to come!

Scarlet Classic V is still being put together and as such, various tournaments, featured games, and events may be subject to change. We will update the page as more information becomes available.

SMASH, FGC, HEARTHSTONE:
https://smash.gg/tournament/scarlet-classic-v-1

CS:GO sign ups (Closes March 14th): https://goo.gl/forms/eMcDG5D7g4L9ChMy2

DOTA 2 (Closes April 1st):
Registration Form: https://goo.gl/forms/VT5XJxkp179Wzb6H3
Rules: http://bit.ly/SCVDotaRules
Free Agent Registration: http://bit.ly/SCVD2FreeAgentReg
Free Agent List: http://bit.ly/SCVD2FreeAgents

League of Legends sign-ups (Closes March 7th): https://www.google.com/url?q=https://battlefy.com/rutgers-league-of-legends/the-scarlet-classic-v-league-of-legends-tournament/5c70cff63a7dad03282336ac/info?infoTab%3Ddetails&sa=D&ust=1551980952287000&usg=AFQjCNGNoO3x2dIPQG8zL-aWj9X2KqW_uQ

Apr
27
Sat
2019
EPIC Gaming Party!
Apr 27 @ 6:00 pm – Apr 28 @ 3:00 am

Coexist Gaming is excited to get fatal with Mortal Kombat 11! Also returning with some of our favorites at our N64 Retro station and our classic custom arcade set up. Epic games like Smash bros Ultimate , NBA 2K19, and over 2000 retro games. Classic systems from nes to snes to the xbox 360 . We are bringing back tournaments with grand prizes provided by Ultimate-Wireless.com. Join us in the green room for 4 player battles on The Division 2, Halo MCC, Gears of war 4, Apex Legends, and more!. The fun never ends at a COEXIST Gaming event; join us in our backyard which highlights a beer pong table and a retro arcade experience.

Walk into: great MUSIC, great FOOD, great (and STRONG) DRINKS, THC infused Pizza and Sodas!
AND
RSVP now for a chance to win your very own, brand new copy “Mortal Kombat 11.”

HIGHLIGHTS:
We’ve got it all. 2 arcade stations, Xbox, Playstation, Nintendo rooms
NBA 2K19 and Street Fighter V in our PS room, Plus much more!
Smash Bros Ultimate. and Mario Kart in our Nintendo Room
Gears of War 4, The Division 2, and Halo in our Xbox room
Introducing Mortal Kombat 11 on our custom 2 player arcade, Plus 25 other fighting games
Over 2000 retro games from multiple systems: Nes, Super new,Sega Genesis, and Xbox 360
Not to mention: Music, Food, Drinks, and Beer Pong!
THC infused pizza, sodas

Join Us Saturday, April 27 RSVP Now for a chance to win your very own brand new copy of Mortal Kombat 11 in our raffle!
The ONLY way to win is to RSVP!

Event is for ages 18 and older.
$10 RSVP (which enters you into the raffle!!! DUH.)
$15 AT THE DOOR
NO EXCEPTIONS!
www.coexistgaming.com

May
18
Sat
2019
EPIC Gaming Party!
May 18 @ 6:00 pm – May 19 @ 3:00 am

Coexist Gaming returns this month with some EPIC gaming! Epic games like Smash bros Ultimate , NBA 2K19, and over 2000 retro games. Classic systems from NES to SNES to the Sega Genesis. Tournaments are returning with grand prizes provided by Ultimate-Wireless.com. Join us in the green room for 4 player battles on World War Z, Halo MCC, The Division 2, Apex Legends, and more!. The fun never ends at a COEXIST Gaming event; join us in our backyard which highlights a beer pong table and a retro arcade experience.

Walk into: great MUSIC, great FOOD, great (and STRONG) DRINKS, THC infused Pizza and Sodas!

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

OWA Presents Defend the North Official Kick Off Party @ The Tailor Public House NYC
Jul 19 @ 8:00 pm – Jul 20 @ 3:00 am

Defend the North Returns to the Heart of New York City for 2019
Join Otakus with Attitude for the 1st ever Defend the North Official Kick Off Party!

There will be raffles, free swag giveaways, special event crafted drinks, Live DJs! We will be live streaming some of the tournaments from Defend the North so you don’t miss a fight!

Make sure to follow the event for more exciting updates!

Date: July 19th Time: 8pm -3am
Location: The Tailor Public House NYC

Admission:
FREE ENTRY FOR DEFEND THE NORTH BADGE HOLDERS!
Advance Ticket: $5
General Admission in Cosplay: $10 *Cash Only*
General Admission at Door: $15 *Cash Only*

Tickets will be extremely limited due to the exclusivity of the event. Please do not hesitate to buy tickets.
*No Refund will be issued for the tickets. Resale is okay!”

Video Games Provided by: Mashfest NYC

Featured Guest: Barbie Chula | Lady Kayleen

DJs bringing the best in Electronic, Top 40, Hip-Hop, Latin,K-Pop Nerd Jams:

OWA Resident DJs
DJ KYON
Kenneth Rage
Some Kid

Special Guest DJs:
DJ KaGroosiv
DJ Awesomus Prime

—OWA Girls—
Aaimz Tako
Torii Stars
LinRei Cosplay
Avarent Cosplay
Hellokitti2323
Lady Kayleen
Prince Trippi
——————Sponsors———————–
Defend the North
Mashfest NYC
EPM Events
The Tailor Public House NYC

Rules & Disclaimer:
– 21+ Government issued ID is required
– No outside food or drinks at the event
– Cosplay is not consent
– Do not be creepy
– Proper hygiene is MUST! The venue reserve the right to revoke entry if it is not standard, no refund will be issued.
– OWA and the “Tailor Public House” is not responsible for lost belongings.
– No outside advertisement or promotion of other organizations without the written approval of the “Tailor Public House” and Otakus with Attitude
*Violators will be subject to removal from the event without warning and refund*

Connect with us on Social Media!

Otakus with Attitude – Otakuswithattitude.net
https://www.facebook.com/Otakuswithattitude
https://www.instagram.com/Otakuwithattitude

DEFEND THE NORTH — defendthenorth.com
https://www.facebook.com/defendthenorthfgc/
https://www.instagram.com/defendthenorth/
https://www.twitter.com/DefendTheNorth

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

Defend the North 2019 Official Afterparty @ Spin
Jul 20 @ 8:00 pm – Jul 21 @ 2:00 am

Sonicboombox is proud to present the official afterparty of New York City’s Major Gaming Tournament & eSports Gaming Convention!

14,000 square feet of DANCING, GAMING, COSPLAY, DRINK SPECIALS, PING PONG, & MORE — with live DJs, and hosts Lua Stardust, Miss Gidget, and Maweezy!

GAMES:
· Street Fighter V
· Tekken 7
· Mortal Kombat 11
· Super Smash Bros Ultimate
· Mario Kart 64
· FREE ping pong and more!

Admission: $5-10 in advance, $20 at the door. Must be 21+

For more info on Defend The North, visit: http://defendthenorth.com

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RULES:
· Don’t be creepy. Harassers will be kicked out of the venue on the spot.
· Ping pong is free all night (first come first serve) — please take turns with other players
· No outside food or drink

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SONICBOOMBOX — sonicboombox.com
https://www.facebook.com/sonicboombox
https://www.instagram.com/sonicboomb0x

DEFEND THE NORTH — defendthenorth.com
https://www.facebook.com/defendthenorthfgc/
https://www.instagram.com/defendthenorth/
https://www.twitter.com/DefendTheNorth

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

Aug
24
Sat
2019
Epic Gaming Party!
Aug 24 @ 6:00 pm – Aug 25 @ 3:00 am

Coexist Gaming returns again this month! Back by popular demand! We are very excited to celebrate our 1 year anniversary with our beloved community. We will be back at the same location as we highlight our downstairs Game Room space. Returning are games like Smash bros Ultimate , NBA 2K19, Madden 20 and over 2000 retro games. Classic systems from NES to SNES to the Sega Genesis. Tournaments are returning with grand prizes provided by Ultimate-Wireless.com. Join us in the green room for 4 player battles on World War Z, Halo MCC, The Division 2, Apex Legends, and more!. The fun never ends at a COEXIST Gaming event; join us in our backyard which highlights a beer pong table and a retro arcade experience.

Walk into: great MUSIC, great FOOD, great (and STRONG) DRINKS, THC infused Pizza and Sodas!

HIGHLIGHTS:

We’ve got it all. 2 arcade stations, Xbox, Playstation, Nintendo rooms
NBA 2K19, Madden 20, and Street Fighter V in our PS room, Plus much more!
Smash Bros Ultimate. and Mario Kart in our Nintendo Room
World War Z, The Division 2, and Halo in our Xbox room
Mortal Kombat 11, Tekken 7, The Marvel vs. Capcom series and Samurai Shodown on our custom 2 player arcade, Plus 25 other fighting games
Over 2000 retro games on multiple systems: Nes, Super nes, Sega Genesis, and Xbox 360
Not to mention: Beer Pong!
THC infused pizza, sodas

Join Us Saturday, August 24th!

RSVP for a chance to WIN a Drone!

Sponsored by Ultimate-wireless.com

TOURNAMENTS

-Tekken 7 (PS4) 8:00pm

-MK 11 (Arcade) 8:30pm

-Madden 20 (PS4) 8:30pm

-Tekken 7 (Arcade) 9:00pm

-Smash Bros. Ultimate (9:00pm)

-NBA 2K19 PS4 (9:00pm)

-Capcom vs Snk 2 (Arcade) 10:00pm

Event is for ages 18 and older.

$10 RSVP (which enters you into the raffle!!! DUH.)

$15 AT THE DOOR

NO EXCEPTIONS!

EMAIL US FOR THE ADDRESS!