Calendar

Dec
17
Mon
2018
Spectrum Smash @ Paipay Brothers' Gaming
Dec 17 @ 5:00 pm

::Schedule::
Doors open at 5:00pm EST
Registration begins at 5:30pm EST
Doubles start at 6:30pm EST
Singles starts at 7:30pm EST

::Fees::
Venue Fee – $5
Singles Entry – $5
Doubles Entry – $5 ($10 per team)

SPECTATING AND PLAYING FRIENDLIES IS FREE!

– Tournament Organized By –
Rome Hills (LoF Blue)

– Streamed By –
Spectrum
https://www.twitch.tv/spectrum_smash

– Tournament Bracket –
https://challonge.com/users/spectrumtournaments

Dec
24
Mon
2018
Spectrum Smash @ Paipay Brothers' Gaming
Dec 24 @ 5:00 pm

::Schedule::
Doors open at 5:00pm EST
Registration begins at 5:30pm EST
Doubles start at 6:30pm EST
Singles starts at 7:30pm EST

::Fees::
Venue Fee – $5
Singles Entry – $5
Doubles Entry – $5 ($10 per team)

SPECTATING AND PLAYING FRIENDLIES IS FREE!

– Tournament Organized By –
Rome Hills (LoF Blue)

– Streamed By –
Spectrum
https://www.twitch.tv/spectrum_smash

– Tournament Bracket –
https://challonge.com/users/spectrumtournaments

Dec
31
Mon
2018
Spectrum Smash @ Paipay Brothers' Gaming
Dec 31 @ 5:00 pm

::Schedule::
Doors open at 5:00pm EST
Registration begins at 5:30pm EST
Doubles start at 6:30pm EST
Singles starts at 7:30pm EST

::Fees::
Venue Fee – $5
Singles Entry – $5
Doubles Entry – $5 ($10 per team)

SPECTATING AND PLAYING FRIENDLIES IS FREE!

– Tournament Organized By –
Rome Hills (LoF Blue)

– Streamed By –
Spectrum
https://www.twitch.tv/spectrum_smash

– Tournament Bracket –
https://challonge.com/users/spectrumtournaments

Jan
7
Mon
2019
Spectrum Smash @ Paipay Brothers' Gaming
Jan 7 @ 5:00 pm

::Schedule::
Doors open at 5:00pm EST
Registration begins at 5:30pm EST
Doubles start at 6:30pm EST
Singles starts at 7:30pm EST

::Fees::
Venue Fee – $5
Singles Entry – $5
Doubles Entry – $5 ($10 per team)

SPECTATING AND PLAYING FRIENDLIES IS FREE!

– Tournament Organized By –
Rome Hills (LoF Blue)

– Streamed By –
Spectrum
https://www.twitch.tv/spectrum_smash

– Tournament Bracket –
https://challonge.com/users/spectrumtournaments

Jan
14
Mon
2019
Spectrum Smash @ Paipay Brothers' Gaming
Jan 14 @ 5:00 pm

::Schedule::
Doors open at 5:00pm EST
Registration begins at 5:30pm EST
Doubles start at 6:30pm EST
Singles starts at 7:30pm EST

::Fees::
Venue Fee – $5
Singles Entry – $5
Doubles Entry – $5 ($10 per team)

SPECTATING AND PLAYING FRIENDLIES IS FREE!

– Tournament Organized By –
Rome Hills (LoF Blue)

– Streamed By –
Spectrum
https://www.twitch.tv/spectrum_smash

– Tournament Bracket –
https://challonge.com/users/spectrumtournaments

Jan
21
Mon
2019
Spectrum Smash @ Paipay Brothers' Gaming
Jan 21 @ 5:00 pm

::Schedule::
Doors open at 5:00pm EST
Registration begins at 5:30pm EST
Doubles start at 6:30pm EST
Singles starts at 7:30pm EST

::Fees::
Venue Fee – $5
Singles Entry – $5
Doubles Entry – $5 ($10 per team)

SPECTATING AND PLAYING FRIENDLIES IS FREE!

– Tournament Organized By –
Rome Hills (LoF Blue)

– Streamed By –
Spectrum
https://www.twitch.tv/spectrum_smash

– Tournament Bracket –
https://challonge.com/users/spectrumtournaments

Jan
28
Mon
2019
Spectrum Smash @ Paipay Brothers' Gaming
Jan 28 @ 5:00 pm

::Schedule::
Doors open at 5:00pm EST
Registration begins at 5:30pm EST
Doubles start at 6:30pm EST
Singles starts at 7:30pm EST

::Fees::
Venue Fee – $5
Singles Entry – $5
Doubles Entry – $5 ($10 per team)

SPECTATING AND PLAYING FRIENDLIES IS FREE!

– Tournament Organized By –
Rome Hills (LoF Blue)

– Streamed By –
Spectrum
https://www.twitch.tv/spectrum_smash

– Tournament Bracket –
https://challonge.com/users/spectrumtournaments

Mar
18
Mon
2019
Monday Night Fights 12: A Smash Ultimate and PM Weekly @ Level 1 Games
Mar 18 @ 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Super Smash Bros Ultimate joins Project M for Monday nights at Level 1 Games! Be some of the first to jump into the competitive scene for Ultimate, or join the grassroots scene of Project M! Either way, Level 1 Games is the place to be on Monday nights!

$5 venue fee*
$5 Ultimate entry fee
$5 PM entry fee

Schedule:
6:00 – Doors open
8:00 – Smash Ultimate bracket begins
8:00 – Project M bracket begins

*Venue fee will be waived for people who bring a full Ultimate setup. What is a full setup?
– Nintendo Switch
– Nintendo Switch Dock
– Legitimate copy of Super Smash Bros Ultimate. Illegitimate copies will not be used for tournament play.
– HDMI cable
– Nintendo GameCube Controller Adapter
– Monitor or TV with 10ms or less of delay (message me in advance if you don’t have a monitor, I might have extra for the event)

ULTIMATE RULESET:
3 stocks, timer set to 7 minutes
Items OFF
Stage Hazards OFF

Ultimate’s stage list is tentative, as the meta is still fresh and we’re still learning what stages function well.

Starting stages:
Battlefield
Final Destination
Smashville
Kalos Pokemon League
Pokémon Stadium

Counterpick stages:
WarioWare
Town & City
Lylat Cruise
Yoshi’s Story

Winner bans 2 stages
DSR: Players may not choose stages they have previously won on.

Stream will be on Twitch.tv/WombatFights

Mar
30
Sat
2019
Quarterly Rapport 5 : Fighting Game Tournament & Fest @ Eternal Life Christian Center
Mar 30 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 pm

==Links==========================================
Brackets: smash.gg/qr5
Schedule: i.imgur.com/6QlvYCR.png
Stream 1: TBA
Stream 2: TBA
Stream 3: TBA

Previous Event: facebook.com/events/1191237584278372

==Preregistration===================================
Early / Online Venue Fee: $10
Late / Door Venue Fee: $15

Preregistration closes March 24 at 11:59pm

==Schedule======================================
Registration cutoff is 15 MINUTES before the posted start time below. These cutoff/start times will be strictly enforced. Tell a TO if there is a chance you’ll be even slightly late. We have a lot to do in one day. All times EST / UTC-5

Event & Stream Schedules:

11:00 Venue opens
11:30
12:00 SSBM Teams Starts
12:30
13:00 SSB64 Teams Starts
13:30 BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle
14:00 3rd Strike and RoA Teams Starts
14:30
15:00 SSBM Singles Starts
15:30 Skullgirls and SSB64 Singles Starts
16:00 Dragon Ball FighterZ
16:30 RoA Singles Starts
17:00 SFV Singles Starts
17:30

==Events & Rules==================================
Street Fighter V (PS4) – $10 entry
Dragon Ball FighterZ (PS4) – $10 entry
BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle (PS4) – $10 entry
Skullgirls 2nd Encore (PS4) – $10 entry
Super Smash Bros (N64) – $10 entry
Super Smash Bros Teams (N64) – $10 per team
Smash Bros Melee (GC) – $10 entry
Smash Bros Melee Teams (GC) – $10 per team

–>Side Events
Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike (PS4) – $5 entry
Rivals of Aether (PC) – $5 entry
Rivals of Aether Teams (PC) – $10 per team

–>Additional Rules
BYOC: you are responsible for bringing your own controller, which must be legal for tournament play. If you are unsure, talk to the organizers before the day of the event.

Gentlemen’s Agreement: two players may agree to play on any available stage

Wobbling is legal, and capped at 300%.

KJ64 is legal as a Counterpick in SSBM Teams

No Grab n Go Clause: players cannot control their partner’s character by any means or touch their teammate’s controller

NJzGrimiest Clause: players with a history of pausing intentionally lose the current game on a pause, not a stock

Splitting the pot is not permitted unless the TOs deem it to be necessary due to time or venue limitations

==Venue=========================================
ELCC – 322 Franklin Blvd Somerset NJ 08873
Venue’s food stand will be open the day of the event. Parking available.

==Mission Statement===============================
“NJ’s 1v1 communities are in a state of constant separation, split between North & South, or NYC & Philly, or several events on the same day. The goal of this series is to set aside a few times a year to come together as a state. A full day to meet new opponents, see old friends, train with others and, above all else: compete” -The TOs

==Sponsors=======================================

Mar
31
Sun
2019
Bum’s Birthday Bash 2019 FGC @ Encore Esports
Mar 31 @ 2:00 pm – Apr 1 @ 12:00 am

Welcome to the Birthday Bash for 2019. We are going to have Pot Bonuses for Dragon Ball FighterZ, Street Fighter V, and BlazBlue Cross Tag Battle. The Matcherino Pot Bonus will be included as well to further increase the pot bonuses for the players.

We will be hosting this event at Encore Esports located at 538 main street, New Rochelle, New York 10801. This beautiful spacious venue can hold over 200 people and we will have plenty of setups for each game included in the tournament.

Registration is now open with an early bird price to push people to save money in advance and to plan properly and accordingly as well as to help have the event well prepared to start on time. Know that in time as the date gets closer towards the event, the price will increase! Please save money and register if you’re going!

Pre-Register by clicking on this link – https://smash.gg/tournament/bum-s-birthday-bash-2019-fgc

Top 8 payout:
TBA

Registration:

Competitors:
$25 from 1/15/2019 to 2/15/2019

$30 from 2/15/2019 to 3/15/2019

$35 from 3/15/2019 to 3/28/2019

$40 EMERGENCY REGISTRATION (at the door)

Spectators:
$20 from 1/15/2019 to 3/28/2019

$30 at the door

Please note that whatever you register for, it will be stated in the system

Example:
Name (Last, First) | Gamertag | Type | Games
DOE, JOHN | DOUZ HANDZ | PLAYER | DBFZ/SSBU/BBCT
DOE, JANE | DEEZ HANDZ | SPECTATOR | NONE

Please add your FULL NAME and GAMERTAG and please have valid ID with you.

Schedule:
TBA

Stream:
www.twitch.tv/Bum1six3

May
5
Sun
2019
Button Check: NJ’s Premier FGC Event @ Helix eSports
May 5 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!

From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fighter V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.

The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.

May
12
Sun
2019
Button Check: NJ’s Premier FGC Event @ Helix eSports
May 12 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!

From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fighter V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.

The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.

May
19
Sun
2019
Button Check: NJ’s Premier FGC Event @ Helix eSports
May 19 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!

From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fighter V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.

The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.

May
26
Sun
2019
Button Check: NJ’s Premier FGC Event @ Helix eSports
May 26 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!

From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fighter V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.

The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.

Jun
2
Sun
2019
Button Check: NJ’s Premier FGC Event @ Helix eSports
Jun 2 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!

From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fighter V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.

The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.

Jun
9
Sun
2019
Button Check: NJ’s Premier FGC Event @ Helix eSports
Jun 9 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!

From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fighter V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.

The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.

Jun
16
Sun
2019
Button Check: NJ’s Premier FGC Event @ Helix eSports
Jun 16 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!

From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fighter V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.

The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.

Jun
23
Sun
2019
Button Check: NJ’s Premier FGC Event @ Helix eSports
Jun 23 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!

From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fighter V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.

The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.

Jun
30
Sun
2019
Button Check: NJ’s Premier FGC Event @ Helix eSports
Jun 30 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!

From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fighter V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.

The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.

Jul
7
Sun
2019
Button Check: NJ’s Premier FGC Event @ Helix eSports
Jul 7 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!

From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fighter V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.

The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.

Jul
14
Sun
2019
Button Check: NJ’s Premier FGC Event @ Helix eSports
Jul 14 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!

From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fighter V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.

The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.

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

Button Check: NJ’s Premier FGC Event @ Helix eSports
Jul 21 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!

From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fighter V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.

The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.

Jul
28
Sun
2019
Button Check: NJ’s Premier FGC Event @ Helix eSports
Jul 28 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!

From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fighter V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.

The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.

Aug
4
Sun
2019
Button Check: NJ’s Premier FGC Event @ Helix eSports
Aug 4 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!

From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fighter V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.

The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.

Aug
11
Sun
2019
Button Check: NJ’s Premier FGC Event @ Helix eSports
Aug 11 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!

From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fighter V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.

The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.

Aug
18
Sun
2019
Button Check: NJ’s Premier FGC Event @ Helix eSports
Aug 18 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!

From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fighter V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.

The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.

Aug
25
Sun
2019
Button Check: NJ’s Premier FGC Event @ Helix eSports
Aug 25 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We are excited to start a Fighting Game centered community event, every Sunday starting May 5th!

From 5:00 – 9:00 PM come enjoy $3 beers and play your favorite fighting games with the community. Main games will include Street Fighter V, Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon Ball Z Fighterz and Tekken 7.

The first Sunday will be $7 entry and every Sunday after will be $10.