Calendar

Dec
5
Wed
2018
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
11
Tue
2018
Tuesday Night Throwdown and Training Sessions @ Encore E-Sports
Dec 11 @ 6:00 pm – 11:45 pm

#TNT – Weekly Dragonball Fighterz Tournament, Street Fighter V, and Guilty Gear Xrd Rev2

We will also be hosting training sessions in every FGC Game in our collection from Tekken 7, Smash Wiiu and Melee, Street Fighter 30th anniversary collection, Marvel Vs. Capcom Infinite, Blazblue titles and more!

Venue Cost is $10.00 for the entire night for use of everything at venue. (Monthly passes available for sale as well)

Bracket entry is $10.00 per event

TIMES:

GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV2 – 7pm

STREET FIGHTER V – 8pm

DRAGONBALL FIGHTERZ – 9pm

TRAINING/CASUALS – ALL NIGHT

For full details, rules, and pot split, please visit the FB event page.

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

Dec
18
Tue
2018
Tuesday Night Throwdown and Training Sessions @ Encore E-Sports
Dec 18 @ 6:00 pm – 11:45 pm

#TNT – Weekly Dragonball Fighterz Tournament, Street Fighter V, and Guilty Gear Xrd Rev2

We will also be hosting training sessions in every FGC Game in our collection from Tekken 7, Smash Wiiu and Melee, Street Fighter 30th anniversary collection, Marvel Vs. Capcom Infinite, Blazblue titles and more!

Venue Cost is $10.00 for the entire night for use of everything at venue. (Monthly passes available for sale as well)

Bracket entry is $10.00 per event

TIMES:

GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV2 – 7pm

STREET FIGHTER V – 8pm

DRAGONBALL FIGHTERZ – 9pm

TRAINING/CASUALS – ALL NIGHT

For full details, rules, and pot split, please visit the FB event page.

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

Dec
25
Tue
2018
Tuesday Night Throwdown and Training Sessions @ Encore E-Sports
Dec 25 @ 6:00 pm – 11:45 pm

#TNT – Weekly Dragonball Fighterz Tournament, Street Fighter V, and Guilty Gear Xrd Rev2

We will also be hosting training sessions in every FGC Game in our collection from Tekken 7, Smash Wiiu and Melee, Street Fighter 30th anniversary collection, Marvel Vs. Capcom Infinite, Blazblue titles and more!

Venue Cost is $10.00 for the entire night for use of everything at venue. (Monthly passes available for sale as well)

Bracket entry is $10.00 per event

TIMES:

GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV2 – 7pm

STREET FIGHTER V – 8pm

DRAGONBALL FIGHTERZ – 9pm

TRAINING/CASUALS – ALL NIGHT

For full details, rules, and pot split, please visit the FB event page.

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

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

 

Jan
27
Sun
2019
Tekken Monthly #1 ($100 Pot Bonus) @ Next Level
Jan 27 @ 1:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Next Level is having a tournament every month until “whenever” to allow local players from the NYC area (and beyond) to have a place to test there skills in a friendly and competitive environment! There are casuals open on the stations leading up to the event as well as after. There will also be a $100 Pot Bonus for the event!

Please pre-register so we can get an idea of numbers! After the tournament, you are more than welcome to stay and play any game on any of the open setups!

REMINDER: WE CANNOT GUARANTEE HEADPHONES ON ANY SETUP! PLAN ACCORDINGLY! AND REMEMBER TO BE ON TIME! IF YOUR LATE YOU RUN THE RISK OF BEING REMOVED FROM THE BRACKET! IF YOU THINK YOU MIGHT BE LATE, PLEASE LET US KNOW,

Tekken Monthly #1
CONSOLE: PlayStation 4
DATE: Sunday, January 27th, 2019
LOCATION
Next Level
874 4th Ave
Brooklyn, NY
11232
(347) 618-8813

FEES
Venue: $10 (For just casual play)
Entry: $10

SIGNUPS
http://challonge.com/NLTekken1

RULES
$10 venue & $10 tournament entry due at check-in.
Failure to obey staff direction or arcade rules = DQ and possible ejection
Bring your own controller/joystick, converters are the players responsibility
No wireless controllers or macro-capable devices
Double Elimination
Best 3 out of 5 rounds per game
Best 2 out of 3 games per match for pools
Best 3 out of 5 during Winners, Losers, & Grand Finals only
Winner must keep the same character
Loser can switch characters
Loser decides if Stage Select between matches. Rematch is also allowed.
Player Side determined every set by Rock, Paper, Scissors, unless players agree to their sides.
No collusion (throwing matches for money, colluding the final games to split the pot, etc)
No ringers (playing for others)
Any other decisions ultimately up to the tournament organizer.

SCHEDULE
Signup/Check-in/Casuals: 1PM
Brackets generated: 4:45PM
Tournament/stream: 5PM

STREAM
http://twitch.tv/nycfurby

POT SPLIT
1st place: 60%
2nd place: 30%
3rd place: 10%

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

 

Feb
17
Sun
2019
Tekken Monthly #2 ($100 Pot Bonus) @ Next Level
Feb 17 @ 1:00 pm – Feb 18 @ 12:00 am

SIGNUPS
http://challonge.com/NLTekken2

Next Level is having a tournament every month until “whenever” to allow local players from the NYC area (and beyond) to have a place to test there skills in a friendly and competitive environment! There are casuals open on the stations leading up to the event as well as after. We will try and stream games and the finals as well.

Please pre-register so we can get an idea of numbers! After the tournament, you are more than welcome to stay and play any game on any of the open setups!

REMINDER: WE CANNOT GUARANTEE HEADPHONES ON ANY SETUP! PLAN ACCORDINGLY! AND REMEMBER TO BE ON TIME! IF YOUR LATE YOU RUN THE RISK OF BEING REMOVED FROM THE BRACKET! IF YOU THINK YOU MIGHT BE LATE, PLEASE LET US KNOW,

Tekken Monthly #2
CONSOLE: PlayStation 4
DATE: Sunday, February 17th, 2019

LOCATION
Next Level
874 4th Ave
Brooklyn, NY
11232
(347) 618-8813

FEES
Venue: $10 (For just casual play)
Entry: $10
Bring a PS4 with all DLC and get $5 off the venue fee!

SIGNUPS
http://challonge.com/NLTekken2

RULES
$10 venue & $10 tournament entry due at check-in.
Failure to obey staff direction or arcade rules = DQ and possible ejection
Bring your own controller/joystick, converters are the players responsibility
No wireless controllers or macro-capable devices
Double Elimination
Best 3 out of 5 rounds per game
Best 2 out of 3 games per match for pools
Best 3 out of 5 during Winners, Losers, & Grand Finals only
Winner must keep the same character
Loser can switch characters
Loser decides if Stage Select between matches. Rematch is also allowed.
Player Side determined every set by Rock, Paper, Scissors, unless players agree to their sides.
No collusion (throwing matches for money, colluding the final games to split the pot, etc)
No ringers (playing for others)
Any other decisions ultimately up to the tournament organizer.

SCHEDULE
Signup/Check-in/Casuals: 1PM
Brackets generated: 4:45PM
Tournament Start/stream: 5PM

STREAM
http://twitch.tv/nycfurby

POT SPLIT
1st place: 40%
2nd place: 25%
3rd place: 15%
4th place: 10%
5th-6th place: 5%

Mar
24
Sun
2019
Smash Ultimate – Kamis Lookout Monthly Tournament – Red Bank, NJ @ YESTERcades of Red Bank
Mar 24 @ 5:30 pm – 11:30 pm

**DOORS OPEN AT 5:30PM!!** Signups will also start at that time.

Smash Bros. Ultimate finds it’s way to Red Bank! As of now, we have 6 full setups, all with the Fighters Pass! Please spread the word as much as possible so that we can start off this event with a bang!

Current Version: 2.01

Live Bracket: http://yestercades.challonge.com/

**Location:**

YESTERcades
80 Broad Street
Red Bank, New Jersey 07701

Parking is free in all of Red Bank on Sundays (even if there is a parking meter).

Pricing:

Entry: $10.00 Venue Fee + $10.00 Singles
[OR $15.00 Venue Fee + $10 Singles for Unlimited Arcade Gameplay!]

Schedule:

Signups will start at 5:30pm and end at 6:45pm. Singles bracket will start at 7:00pm

Bring your own controller! Gamecube controller and Pro controllers are legal. Pro controllers are allowed, but you MUST bring a USB-C cable to sync the controller, so that wireless interference will not disturb a setup and possibly someone’s tournament set.

Rules and more information:

Currently using Don’t Park on the Grass official Smash Ultimate ruleset. This is subject to change at any time. Please check the rules before

Apr
14
Sun
2019
Smash Ultimate – Kamis Lookout Monthly Tournament – Red Bank, NJ @ YESTERcades of Red Bank
Apr 14 @ 5:30 pm – 11:30 pm

**DOORS OPEN AT 5:30PM!!** Signups will also start at that time.

Smash Bros. Ultimate finds it’s way to Red Bank! As of now, we have 6 full setups, all with the Fighters Pass! Please spread the word as much as possible so that we can start off this event with a bang!

Current Version: 2.01

Live Bracket: http://yestercades.challonge.com/

**Location:**

YESTERcades
80 Broad Street
Red Bank, New Jersey 07701

Parking is free in all of Red Bank on Sundays (even if there is a parking meter).

Pricing:

Entry: $10.00 Venue Fee + $10.00 Singles
[OR $15.00 Venue Fee + $10 Singles for Unlimited Arcade Gameplay!]

Schedule:

Signups will start at 5:30pm and end at 6:45pm. Singles bracket will start at 7:00pm

Bring your own controller! Gamecube controller and Pro controllers are legal. Pro controllers are allowed, but you MUST bring a USB-C cable to sync the controller, so that wireless interference will not disturb a setup and possibly someone’s tournament set.

Rules and more information:

Currently using Don’t Park on the Grass official Smash Ultimate ruleset. This is subject to change at any time. Please check the rules before

May
26
Sun
2019
Smash Ultimate – Kamis Lookout Monthly Tournament – Red Bank, NJ @ YESTERcades of Red Bank
May 26 @ 5:30 pm – 11:30 pm

**DOORS OPEN AT 5:30PM!!** Signups will also start at that time.

Smash Bros. Ultimate finds it’s way to Red Bank! As of now, we have 6 full setups, all with the Fighters Pass! Please spread the word as much as possible so that we can start off this event with a bang!

Current Version: 2.01

Live Bracket: http://yestercades.challonge.com/

**Location:**

YESTERcades
80 Broad Street
Red Bank, New Jersey 07701

Parking is free in all of Red Bank on Sundays (even if there is a parking meter).

Pricing:

Entry: $10.00 Venue Fee + $10.00 Singles
[OR $15.00 Venue Fee + $10 Singles for Unlimited Arcade Gameplay!]

Schedule:

Signups will start at 5:30pm and end at 6:45pm. Singles bracket will start at 7:00pm

Bring your own controller! Gamecube controller and Pro controllers are legal. Pro controllers are allowed, but you MUST bring a USB-C cable to sync the controller, so that wireless interference will not disturb a setup and possibly someone’s tournament set.

Rules and more information:

Currently using Don’t Park on the Grass official Smash Ultimate ruleset. This is subject to change at any time. Please check the rules before

Jun
23
Sun
2019
Smash Ultimate – Kamis Lookout Monthly Tournament – Red Bank, NJ @ YESTERcades of Red Bank
Jun 23 @ 5:30 pm – 11:30 pm

**DOORS OPEN AT 5:30PM!!** Signups will also start at that time.

Smash Bros. Ultimate finds it’s way to Red Bank! As of now, we have 6 full setups, all with the Fighters Pass! Please spread the word as much as possible so that we can start off this event with a bang!

Current Version: 2.01

Live Bracket: http://yestercades.challonge.com/

**Location:**

YESTERcades
80 Broad Street
Red Bank, New Jersey 07701

Parking is free in all of Red Bank on Sundays (even if there is a parking meter).

Pricing:

Entry: $10.00 Venue Fee + $10.00 Singles
[OR $15.00 Venue Fee + $10 Singles for Unlimited Arcade Gameplay!]

Schedule:

Signups will start at 5:30pm and end at 6:45pm. Singles bracket will start at 7:00pm

Bring your own controller! Gamecube controller and Pro controllers are legal. Pro controllers are allowed, but you MUST bring a USB-C cable to sync the controller, so that wireless interference will not disturb a setup and possibly someone’s tournament set.

Rules and more information:

Currently using Don’t Park on the Grass official Smash Ultimate ruleset. This is subject to change at any time. Please check the rules before

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

————————————–

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

Smash Ultimate – Kamis Lookout Monthly Tournament – Red Bank, NJ @ YESTERcades of Red Bank
Jul 21 @ 5:30 pm – 11:30 pm

**DOORS OPEN AT 5:30PM!!** Signups will also start at that time.

Smash Bros. Ultimate finds it’s way to Red Bank! As of now, we have 6 full setups, all with the Fighters Pass! Please spread the word as much as possible so that we can start off this event with a bang!

Current Version: 2.01

Live Bracket: http://yestercades.challonge.com/

**Location:**

YESTERcades
80 Broad Street
Red Bank, New Jersey 07701

Parking is free in all of Red Bank on Sundays (even if there is a parking meter).

Pricing:

Entry: $10.00 Venue Fee + $10.00 Singles
[OR $15.00 Venue Fee + $10 Singles for Unlimited Arcade Gameplay!]

Schedule:

Signups will start at 5:30pm and end at 6:45pm. Singles bracket will start at 7:00pm

Bring your own controller! Gamecube controller and Pro controllers are legal. Pro controllers are allowed, but you MUST bring a USB-C cable to sync the controller, so that wireless interference will not disturb a setup and possibly someone’s tournament set.

Rules and more information:

Currently using Don’t Park on the Grass official Smash Ultimate ruleset. This is subject to change at any time. Please check the rules before

Aug
23
Fri
2019
Tekken Monthly #8 (TWT Dojo) @ Next Level
Aug 23 @ 5:00 pm – 11:30 pm

SIGNUPS: smash.gg/NLTekken8

REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL 6PM ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT. THERE WILL BE NO ONSITE SIGN UP. CHECK-IN CLOSES AT 6:45, THERE WILL BE NO LATE SPOTS HELD, THE EVENT STARTS AT 6 SHARP. IF YOU HAVE NOT CHECKED IN BY 6:45, YOU WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE BRACKET.

REMINDER: WE CANNOT GUARANTEE HEADPHONES ON ANY SETUP! PLAN ACCORDINGLY! AND REMEMBER TO BE ON TIME! IF YOUR LATE YOU RUN THE RISK OF BEING REMOVED FROM THE BRACKET! IF YOU THINK YOU MIGHT BE LATE, PLEASE LET US KNOW,

CONSOLE: PlayStation 4
DATE: Friday, August 23th, 2019 7PM
LOCATION: Next Level, 874 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11232, (347) 618-8813
FEES PAID AT THE DOOR, NO ONLINE PAY

Venue: $10 (For just casual play)
Entry: $10
Bring a PS4 with all DLC and get venue fee Compensated by the TO!

POT SPLIT: Entrants 2-9: *Winner takes all.

Entrants 10-31: Top 3 *60/30/10

Entrants 32-63: Top 4 *50/25/15/10

Entrants 64-95: Top 6 *50/20/13/7/5/5

Entrants 96+: Top 8 *50/20/13/7/3/3/2/2

Aug
25
Sun
2019
Smash Ultimate – Kamis Lookout Monthly Tournament – Red Bank, NJ @ YESTERcades of Red Bank
Aug 25 @ 5:30 pm – 11:30 pm

**DOORS OPEN AT 5:30PM!!** Signups will also start at that time.

Smash Bros. Ultimate finds it’s way to Red Bank! As of now, we have 6 full setups, all with the Fighters Pass! Please spread the word as much as possible so that we can start off this event with a bang!

Current Version: 2.01

Live Bracket: http://yestercades.challonge.com/

**Location:**

YESTERcades
80 Broad Street
Red Bank, New Jersey 07701

Parking is free in all of Red Bank on Sundays (even if there is a parking meter).

Pricing:

Entry: $10.00 Venue Fee + $10.00 Singles
[OR $15.00 Venue Fee + $10 Singles for Unlimited Arcade Gameplay!]

Schedule:

Signups will start at 5:30pm and end at 6:45pm. Singles bracket will start at 7:00pm

Bring your own controller! Gamecube controller and Pro controllers are legal. Pro controllers are allowed, but you MUST bring a USB-C cable to sync the controller, so that wireless interference will not disturb a setup and possibly someone’s tournament set.

Rules and more information:

Currently using Don’t Park on the Grass official Smash Ultimate ruleset. This is subject to change at any time. Please check the rules before

Sep
29
Sun
2019
NYC Tekken Monthly #9 (TWT Dojo) @ Next Level
Sep 29 @ 1:00 pm – 11:00 pm

REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL 4PM ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT. THERE WILL BE NO ONSITE SIGN UP. CHECK-IN CLOSES AT 4:45, THERE WILL BE NO LATE SPOTS HELD, THE EVENT STARTS AT 5 SHARP. IF YOU HAVE NOT CHECKED IN BY 4:45, YOU WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE BRACKET.

REMINDER: WE CANNOT GUARANTEE HEADPHONES ON ANY SETUP! PLAN ACCORDINGLY! AND REMEMBER TO BE ON TIME! IF YOUR LATE YOU RUN THE RISK OF BEING REMOVED FROM THE BRACKET! IF YOU THINK YOU MIGHT BE LATE, PLEASE LET US KNOW,

CONSOLE: PlayStation 4
DATE: Sunday, September 29th, 2019
LOCATION: Next Level, 874 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11232, (347) 618-8813
FEES PAID AT THE DOOR, NO ONLINE PAY

Venue: $10 (For just casual play)
Entry: $10
Bring a PS4 with all DLC and get venue fee Compensated by the TO!

POT SPLIT:
Entrants 2-9: Winner takes all.
Entrants 10-31: Top 3 60/30/10
Entrants 32-63: Top 4 50/25/15/10
Entrants 64-95: Top 6 50/20/13/7/5/5
Entrants 96+: Top 8 50/20/13/7/3/3/2/2

Apr
1
Wed
2020
Xeno WiFi Smash Singles
Apr 1 @ 7:00 pm – 11:45 pm
Smash Ultimate Weeklies!
Every Wednesday
NY/NJ/PA/CT Residence Required
LAN Adapter Required

Registration Ends at 3PM. Cap at 320 Players. Bracket Start at 7PM
Players Must Check in within 5 minutes of their match to being ready or be DQed
For full rules and info, visit https://smash.gg/xenowifi
Apr
8
Wed
2020
Xeno WiFi Smash Singles
Apr 8 @ 7:00 pm – 11:45 pm
Smash Ultimate Weeklies!
Every Wednesday
NY/NJ/PA/CT Residence Required
LAN Adapter Required

Registration Ends at 3PM. Cap at 320 Players. Bracket Start at 7PM
Players Must Check in within 5 minutes of their match to being ready or be DQed
For full rules and info, visit https://smash.gg/xenowifi
Apr
15
Wed
2020
Xeno WiFi Smash Singles
Apr 15 @ 7:00 pm – 11:45 pm
Smash Ultimate Weeklies!
Every Wednesday
NY/NJ/PA/CT Residence Required
LAN Adapter Required

Registration Ends at 3PM. Cap at 320 Players. Bracket Start at 7PM
Players Must Check in within 5 minutes of their match to being ready or be DQed
For full rules and info, visit https://smash.gg/xenowifi
Apr
22
Wed
2020
Xeno WiFi Smash Singles
Apr 22 @ 7:00 pm – 11:45 pm
Smash Ultimate Weeklies!
Every Wednesday
NY/NJ/PA/CT Residence Required
LAN Adapter Required

Registration Ends at 3PM. Cap at 320 Players. Bracket Start at 7PM
Players Must Check in within 5 minutes of their match to being ready or be DQed
For full rules and info, visit https://smash.gg/xenowifi
Apr
29
Wed
2020
Xeno WiFi Smash Singles
Apr 29 @ 7:00 pm – 11:45 pm
Smash Ultimate Weeklies!
Every Wednesday
NY/NJ/PA/CT Residence Required
LAN Adapter Required

Registration Ends at 3PM. Cap at 320 Players. Bracket Start at 7PM
Players Must Check in within 5 minutes of their match to being ready or be DQed
For full rules and info, visit https://smash.gg/xenowifi
May
6
Wed
2020
Xeno WiFi Smash Singles
May 6 @ 7:00 pm – 11:45 pm
Smash Ultimate Weeklies!
Every Wednesday
NY/NJ/PA/CT Residence Required
LAN Adapter Required

Registration Ends at 3PM. Cap at 320 Players. Bracket Start at 7PM
Players Must Check in within 5 minutes of their match to being ready or be DQed
For full rules and info, visit https://smash.gg/xenowifi
May
13
Wed
2020
Xeno WiFi Smash Singles
May 13 @ 7:00 pm – 11:45 pm
Smash Ultimate Weeklies!
Every Wednesday
NY/NJ/PA/CT Residence Required
LAN Adapter Required

Registration Ends at 3PM. Cap at 320 Players. Bracket Start at 7PM
Players Must Check in within 5 minutes of their match to being ready or be DQed
For full rules and info, visit https://smash.gg/xenowifi
May
20
Wed
2020
Xeno WiFi Smash Singles
May 20 @ 7:00 pm – 11:45 pm
Smash Ultimate Weeklies!
Every Wednesday
NY/NJ/PA/CT Residence Required
LAN Adapter Required

Registration Ends at 3PM. Cap at 320 Players. Bracket Start at 7PM
Players Must Check in within 5 minutes of their match to being ready or be DQed
For full rules and info, visit https://smash.gg/xenowifi
May
27
Wed
2020
Xeno WiFi Smash Singles
May 27 @ 7:00 pm – 11:45 pm
Smash Ultimate Weeklies!
Every Wednesday
NY/NJ/PA/CT Residence Required
LAN Adapter Required

Registration Ends at 3PM. Cap at 320 Players. Bracket Start at 7PM
Players Must Check in within 5 minutes of their match to being ready or be DQed
For full rules and info, visit https://smash.gg/xenowifi