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The flagship Microsoft Store will be hosting an ASUS ROG Arena: Fortnite Fridays Tournament.
Join your local Fortnite community and test your skills in a Solo/Duos/Squads tournament for prizes*.
This event is FREE for all players.
All skill levels are welcome.
*No purchase necessary. Open to store visitors who are legal residents of Canada, 50 U.S. & DC 13+, some restrictions apply. See store for full Official Rules.
FREE TOURNAMENT; NO CHARGE!
Sign up begins at 5:00pm so come through and join us for an amazing time
Platform: PC
Equipment: Xbox One Controllers | Keyboard and Mouse Provided (feel free to bring your own)
Address: Microsoft Store – Flagship Fifth Avenue. 677 5th Ave, New York, NY 10022
Tournament Time: 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Prize: 1st Place – $25 Microsoft Store Gift Card & 2nd Place – $10 Microsoft Store Gift Card
*Microsoft Store Gift Card not only is for the Xbox Store Gift Card but you can also use it for the MicrosoftStore.com Website to purchase store items (Gaming Monitors, Xbox Consoles, Gaming Mouse, Laptops etc.) (ONLY ONLINE)
The flagship Microsoft Store will be hosting an ASUS ROG Arena: League of Legends Tournament.
Join your local League of Legends community and challenge for the top spot for in-game prizes*.
This event is FREE for all players.
All skill levels are welcome.
*No purchase necessary. Open to store visitors who are legal residents of Canada, 50 U.S. & DC 13+, some restrictions apply. See store for full Official Rules.
Platform: PC
Equipment: Keyboards and Mouse are provided (however feel free to bring your own keyboards and mouse)
Address: Microsoft Store – Flagship Fifth Avenue. 677 5th Ave, New York, NY 10022
Tournament Time: 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Welcome to the first Jump Force 1v1 tournament hosted by the Flagship Microsoft Store. Experience this amazing game in their State of the Art Gaming Lounge with your friends and meet other Jump Force fans in our store.
FREE TOURNAMENT; NO CHARGE!
Sign up begins at 5:30pm so come through and join us for an amazing time.
Platform: Xbox One
Format: 1v1; Double Elimination
Equipment: Xbox One Controllers Provided (however you can bring your own controllers or fight sticks)
Address: Microsoft Store – Flagship Fifth Avenue. 677 5th Ave, New York, NY 10022
Tournament Time: 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Prize: $40 for 1st Place Microsoft Store Online Gift Card*
$20 for 2nd Place Microsoft Store Online Gift Card*
*Microsoft Store Gift Card not only is for the Xbox Store Gift Card but you can also use it for the MicrosoftStore.com Website to purchase store items (Gaming Monitors, Xbox Consoles, Gaming Mouse, Laptops etc.)
The flagship Microsoft Store will be hosting an ASUS ROG Arena: Fortnite Fridays Tournament.
Join your local Fortnite community and test your skills in a Solo/Duos/Squads tournament for prizes*.
This event is FREE for all players.
All skill levels are welcome.
*No purchase necessary. Open to store visitors who are legal residents of Canada, 50 U.S. & DC 13+, some restrictions apply. See store for full Official Rules.
In partnership with 343i Industries and Game Pass, Microsoft Store will be hosting a unique Halo: Master Chief Collection tournament featuring 2v2 Slayer Halo 3 gameplay. Compete against other Halo players in your local community for prizes and the opportunity to call yourself the best Halo 3 team in your region. View more details on http://halo.gg.
Please show up 30 minutes prior to event start time for check-in and registration. This event is free of charge for all pro and amateur players and all skill levels are welcome. If you do not have a teammate, stores will do their best to combine Free Agents on the day of the event.
*No purchase necessary. Open to first 48 store visitors 13+, some restrictions may apply. See store for full Official Rules.
FREE TOURNAMENT; NO CHARGE!
Sign up begins at 12:30pm so come through and join us for an amazing time.
Format: 2v2; (Single or Double Elim)
Equipment: Xbox One Controllers Provided (feel free to bring your own controller)
Address: Microsoft Store – Flagship Fifth Avenue. 677 5th Ave, New York, NY 10022
Tournament Time: 1pm-6pm
Welcome to the Jump Force 1v1 tournament hosted by the Flagship Microsoft Store. Experience Goku and Naruto in our State-of-the-Art Gaming Lounge.
Sign up begins at5:30 pm so come through and join us for an amazing time.
FREE TOURNAMENT; NO CHARGE!
Sign up begins at 5:30pm so come through and join us for an amazing time.
Platform: Xbox One
Format: 1v1; Double Elimination
Equipment: Xbox One Controllers Provided (however you can bring your own controllers or fight sticks)
Address: Microsoft Store – Flagship Fifth Avenue. 677 5th Ave, New York, NY 10022
Tournament Time: 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Prize: $40 for 1st Place Microsoft Store Online Gift Card*
$20 for 2nd Place Microsoft Store Online Gift Card*
*Microsoft Store Gift Card not only is for the Xbox Store Gift Card but you can also use it for the MicrosoftStore.com Website to purchase store items (Gaming Monitors, Xbox Consoles, Gaming Mouse, Laptops etc.)
::Tournament Details::
Spectrum Smash is here to debut our new tournament series for Melee/Project M warriors, Flashback! Hosted by LoF│Blue, Flashback is a Melee/Project M Friday Bi-Weekly Tournament that is held at the Paipay Brothers Gaming Hobby Shop in Fords, NJ.
We primarily host Melee Singles + Project M Singles + Weekly Rotating Side-Events (Redemption Bracket, Low Tier, etc.) if time isn’t an issue!
We offer Online AND On-Site Registration thru Smash.gg to ensure that everything goes as SMOOTHLY as possible! Make sure to register here: https://smash.gg/flashback
::Schedule::
Venue Opens at 12:00 PM EST
Friendlies Begin at 5:00 PM EST
Project M Singles starts at 6:00 PM EST
Melee Singles starts at 8:00 PM EST
~Side Events (Redemption, Low Tier, Etc.) start depends HEAVILY on TO discretion~
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::Venue Fee(s)::
Regular Venue Fee: $5.00
::Entry Fee(s)::
Singles: $5.00
::Spectator Fee(s)::
Spectator Fee: Free!
Stream: http://www.twitch.tv/spectrum_smash
For complete rules and updates please visit the FB event page
The flagship Microsoft Store will be hosting an ASUS ROG Arena: Fortnite Fridays Tournament.
Join your local Fortnite community and test your skills in a Solo/Duos/Squads tournament for prizes*.
This event is FREE for all players.
All skill levels are welcome.
*No purchase necessary. Open to store visitors who are legal residents of Canada, 50 U.S. & DC 13+, some restrictions apply. See store for full Official Rules.
::Tournament Details::
Spectrum Smash is here to debut our new tournament series for Melee/Project M warriors, Flashback! Hosted by LoF│Blue, Flashback is a Melee/Project M Friday Bi-Weekly Tournament that is held at the Paipay Brothers Gaming Hobby Shop in Fords, NJ.
We primarily host Melee Singles + Project M Singles + Weekly Rotating Side-Events (Redemption Bracket, Low Tier, etc.) if time isn’t an issue!
We offer Online AND On-Site Registration thru Smash.gg to ensure that everything goes as SMOOTHLY as possible! Make sure to register here: https://smash.gg/flashback
::Schedule::
Venue Opens at 12:00 PM EST
Friendlies Begin at 5:00 PM EST
Project M Singles starts at 6:00 PM EST
Melee Singles starts at 8:00 PM EST
~Side Events (Redemption, Low Tier, Etc.) start depends HEAVILY on TO discretion~
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::Venue Fee(s)::
Regular Venue Fee: $5.00
::Entry Fee(s)::
Singles: $5.00
::Spectator Fee(s)::
Spectator Fee: Free!
Stream: http://www.twitch.tv/spectrum_smash
For complete rules and updates please visit the FB event page
Join Playcrafting’s 3rd annual celebration of women in the game industry!
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re proud to present a special event featuring an all-women lineup of developers presenting their games, plus a panel of pros talking about inclusivity for women in the games industry. After the panel, attendees will have a chance to play each game with the developers behind them and connect with our panelists.
The evening may be a celebration of women in games, but all genders are encouraged to join. Children are welcome to attend as well but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. Hope you can make it!
In the interest of fostering an inclusive and safe environment at all of our events, our Code of Conduct will be enforced.
Visit us at playcrafting.com | Tweet us at @Playcrafting #WomenInGames #WomensHistoryMonth
::Tournament Details::
Spectrum Smash is here to debut our new tournament series for Melee/Project M warriors, Flashback! Hosted by LoF│Blue, Flashback is a Melee/Project M Friday Bi-Weekly Tournament that is held at the Paipay Brothers Gaming Hobby Shop in Fords, NJ.
We primarily host Melee Singles + Project M Singles + Weekly Rotating Side-Events (Redemption Bracket, Low Tier, etc.) if time isn’t an issue!
We offer Online AND On-Site Registration thru Smash.gg to ensure that everything goes as SMOOTHLY as possible! Make sure to register here: https://smash.gg/flashback
::Schedule::
Venue Opens at 12:00 PM EST
Friendlies Begin at 5:00 PM EST
Project M Singles starts at 6:00 PM EST
Melee Singles starts at 8:00 PM EST
~Side Events (Redemption, Low Tier, Etc.) start depends HEAVILY on TO discretion~
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::Venue Fee(s)::
Regular Venue Fee: $5.00
::Entry Fee(s)::
Singles: $5.00
::Spectator Fee(s)::
Spectator Fee: Free!
Stream: http://www.twitch.tv/spectrum_smash
For complete rules and updates please visit the FB event page
::Tournament Details::
Spectrum Smash is here to debut our new tournament series for Melee/Project M warriors, Flashback! Hosted by LoF│Blue, Flashback is a Melee/Project M Friday Bi-Weekly Tournament that is held at the Paipay Brothers Gaming Hobby Shop in Fords, NJ.
We primarily host Melee Singles + Project M Singles + Weekly Rotating Side-Events (Redemption Bracket, Low Tier, etc.) if time isn’t an issue!
We offer Online AND On-Site Registration thru Smash.gg to ensure that everything goes as SMOOTHLY as possible! Make sure to register here: https://smash.gg/flashback
::Schedule::
Venue Opens at 12:00 PM EST
Friendlies Begin at 5:00 PM EST
Project M Singles starts at 6:00 PM EST
Melee Singles starts at 8:00 PM EST
~Side Events (Redemption, Low Tier, Etc.) start depends HEAVILY on TO discretion~
——————————————————————
::Venue Fee(s)::
Regular Venue Fee: $5.00
::Entry Fee(s)::
Singles: $5.00
::Spectator Fee(s)::
Spectator Fee: Free!
Stream: http://www.twitch.tv/spectrum_smash
For complete rules and updates please visit the FB event page
::Tournament Details::
Spectrum Smash is here to debut our new tournament series for Melee/Project M warriors, Flashback! Hosted by LoF│Blue, Flashback is a Melee/Project M Friday Bi-Weekly Tournament that is held at the Paipay Brothers Gaming Hobby Shop in Fords, NJ.
We primarily host Melee Singles + Project M Singles + Weekly Rotating Side-Events (Redemption Bracket, Low Tier, etc.) if time isn’t an issue!
We offer Online AND On-Site Registration thru Smash.gg to ensure that everything goes as SMOOTHLY as possible! Make sure to register here: https://smash.gg/flashback
::Schedule::
Venue Opens at 12:00 PM EST
Friendlies Begin at 5:00 PM EST
Project M Singles starts at 6:00 PM EST
Melee Singles starts at 8:00 PM EST
~Side Events (Redemption, Low Tier, Etc.) start depends HEAVILY on TO discretion~
——————————————————————
::Venue Fee(s)::
Regular Venue Fee: $5.00
::Entry Fee(s)::
Singles: $5.00
::Spectator Fee(s)::
Spectator Fee: Free!
Stream: http://www.twitch.tv/spectrum_smash
For complete rules and updates please visit the FB event page
The Revival of North Jersey continues…
Venue Fee:$15
Entry fee: $10
Free Parking
Registration at:
https://smash.gg/tournament/master-instinct-4-nocturnal-zaibatsu
Main Games:
Street Fighter 5
Mortal Kombat 11
Tekken 7 (A official Pro Tour Dojo Event)
Dragon Ball FighterZ
Soul Calibur 6
Under Night In-Birth Exe: Late [st]
Super Smash Brothers Ultimate
General Rules:
Double Elimination
Best two out of three
Loser can change character
Winners Semifinal, Losers finals, Grand Finals best 3 out of 5
Specific Game Rules
Street Fighter:
Airplane and Beach Stage are banned
Tekken 7:
Random Stage select
Soul Calibur 6:
No Custom Characters
Random Stage select
Smash:
3 Stock
7 minutes
Hazards off
Final Smash Meter: Off
Spirits: Off
Damage Handicap: Off
Items: Off
Stage selection voted upon
UNIST:
Default Settings
::Tournament Details::
Spectrum Smash is here to debut our new tournament series for Melee/Project M warriors, Flashback! Hosted by LoF│Blue, Flashback is a Melee/Project M Friday Bi-Weekly Tournament that is held at the Paipay Brothers Gaming Hobby Shop in Fords, NJ.
We primarily host Melee Singles + Project M Singles + Weekly Rotating Side-Events (Redemption Bracket, Low Tier, etc.) if time isn’t an issue!
We offer Online AND On-Site Registration thru Smash.gg to ensure that everything goes as SMOOTHLY as possible! Make sure to register here: https://smash.gg/flashback
::Schedule::
Venue Opens at 12:00 PM EST
Friendlies Begin at 5:00 PM EST
Project M Singles starts at 6:00 PM EST
Melee Singles starts at 8:00 PM EST
~Side Events (Redemption, Low Tier, Etc.) start depends HEAVILY on TO discretion~
——————————————————————
::Venue Fee(s)::
Regular Venue Fee: $5.00
::Entry Fee(s)::
Singles: $5.00
::Spectator Fee(s)::
Spectator Fee: Free!
Stream: http://www.twitch.tv/spectrum_smash
For complete rules and updates please visit the FB event page
Welcome to FGC Tuesdays, hosted by the Flagship Microsoft Store. We invite you to take part in the action with new characters and compete for top prizes at our Dragon Ball FighterZ tournament. Our state-of-the-art gaming lounge offers the set-up of an eSports Arena, offering you the chance to game like a pro in New York City FOR FREE!
Come in and feast as the greatest will be put to the test.
Platform: Xbox One
Format: 1v1; Double Elimination
Equipment: Xbox One Controllers Provided (however you can bring your own controllers or fight sticks)
Prizes: 1st and 2nd place prizes will be Provided!
::Tournament Details::
Spectrum Smash is here to debut our new tournament series for Melee/Project M warriors, Flashback! Hosted by LoF│Blue, Flashback is a Melee/Project M Friday Bi-Weekly Tournament that is held at the Paipay Brothers Gaming Hobby Shop in Fords, NJ.
We primarily host Melee Singles + Project M Singles + Weekly Rotating Side-Events (Redemption Bracket, Low Tier, etc.) if time isn’t an issue!
We offer Online AND On-Site Registration thru Smash.gg to ensure that everything goes as SMOOTHLY as possible! Make sure to register here: https://smash.gg/flashback
::Schedule::
Venue Opens at 12:00 PM EST
Friendlies Begin at 5:00 PM EST
Project M Singles starts at 6:00 PM EST
Melee Singles starts at 8:00 PM EST
~Side Events (Redemption, Low Tier, Etc.) start depends HEAVILY on TO discretion~
——————————————————————
::Venue Fee(s)::
Regular Venue Fee: $5.00
::Entry Fee(s)::
Singles: $5.00
::Spectator Fee(s)::
Spectator Fee: Free!
Stream: http://www.twitch.tv/spectrum_smash
For complete rules and updates please visit the FB event page
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!
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
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!
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
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!
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
Starting a new companion series focusing on a certain franchise, sub-series or genre: Excel+
The 1st games that will be showcased is the Marvel vs Capcom sub-series.
– Marvel vs Capcom 2
– Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3
– Marvel vs Capcom Infinite
Some of our normal lineup including…
– Tekken 7
– Samurai Shodown
– Street Fighter V: AE
– Under Night In Birth Exe: Late(st)
Plus, Classic Side Tournaments…
Venue Fee:$15
Entry fee: $10
Free Parking
General Rules:
Double Elimination
Best two out of three
Loser can change character
Winners Semifinal, Losers finals, Grand Finals best 3 out of 5
Specific Game Rules:
Street Fighter:
Airplane and Beach Stage are banned
Tekken 7:
Random Stage select
MashfestNYC & Master Instinct present:
Isolation – an online tournament series
We wish to keep everyone safe, but we want to keep on gaming!
Due to a lack of public events we will start hosting online tournaments!
Our first tournament will be this Tuesday, March 24th
Tekken 7 on ps4
Day 1 Fahkumram patch!
FREE entry
$25 prize
double elimination
tournament start time: 6pm, March 24th
registration for brackets close at 5pm, March 24th
stream: http://twitch.tv/nycMaxim
We may alter our entry/prize structure for *future* online tournaments depending on player response and demand, but we are going to start this off simple as we listen to player feedback.
We also value feedback as to what other games you would like to see in online tournament.
The goal is for everyone to have fun and keep you guys pressing buttons while everyone sits around at home staying safe!
Requirements:
ps4 to play online
smash.gg account
discord to join MashfestNYC for match coordination
microphone is recommended but not required
paypal for winner payout, winner takes all
Register on:
https://smash.gg/tournament/mashfest-master-instinct-present-isolation
join the MashfestNYC discord:
https://discordapp.com/invite/gBJY4xt
Report match results via discord to our bracket runners
Additional Tekken rules:
2/3 games, 3/5 rounds, default time
random stage select
custom costumes allowed but weapons are not
MashfestNYC & Master Instinct & Dash Cancel present:
Isolation – an online tournament series
We wish to keep everyone safe, but we want to keep on gaming!
Due to a lack of public events we will be hosting online tournaments!
Tekken Tuesday!
Smash Ultimate Fridays!
Every Tuesday will be Tekken 7 online PS4 (upcoming: March 31st)
Every Friday will be Smash Ultimate online (upcoming: April 3rd)
FREE entry
$25 prize + Matcherino crowdfunding
double elimination
2/3 games, W/L/G finals: 3/5
tournament start time: 6pm
registration for brackets close at 5:30pm
stream: http://twitch.tv/nycMaxim
Requirements:
PS4 to play Tekken 7 online
Nintendo Switch to play Smash Ultimate online
smash.gg account to sign up for brackets
discord to join MashfestNYC for match coordination
paypal for winner payout, winner takes all
Tekken 7 registration (March 31st): https://smash.gg/tournament/mashfest-master-instinct-preset-isolation-tekken-02/
Smash Ultimate registration (April 3rd):
https://smash.gg/tournament/mashfest-master-instinct-dash-cancel-present-isolation-smash-ultimate-01
join the MashfestNYC discord:
https://discordapp.com/invite/gBJY4xt
Report match results via discord to our bracket runners
Be sure to check in to discord before tournament start
Additional Tekken rules:
2/3 games, 3/5 rounds, default time
random stage select
custom costumes allowed but weapons are not
Additional Smash rules:
Ruleset: 3 stock, 7 minutes
Final Smash, items, and hazards off
Starter stages: Battlefield, Final Destination, Smashville, Pokemon Stadium 2, Town and City
Counterpick stages: Kalos Pokemon League, Unova Pokemon League
Dash Cancel Online joins us in support!
Be sure to check out their online tournament series:
DBFZ March 31st, $50 Prize: https://challonge.com/tournaments/signup/jR6hkxm3vJ
SFV March 28th, $50 Prize:
https://challonge.com/tournaments/signup/WoicZ7vSaO
and more upcoming TBA
MashfestNYC & Master Instinct & Dash Cancel present:
Isolation – an online tournament series
We wish to keep everyone safe, but we want to keep on gaming!
Due to a lack of public events we will be hosting online tournaments!
Tekken Tuesday!
Smash Ultimate Fridays!
Every Tuesday will be Tekken 7 online PS4 (upcoming: March 31st)
Every Friday will be Smash Ultimate online (upcoming: April 3rd)
FREE entry
$25 prize + Matcherino crowdfunding
double elimination
2/3 games, W/L/G finals: 3/5
tournament start time: 6pm
registration for brackets close at 5:30pm
stream: http://twitch.tv/nycMaxim
Requirements:
PS4 to play Tekken 7 online
Nintendo Switch to play Smash Ultimate online
smash.gg account to sign up for brackets
discord to join MashfestNYC for match coordination
paypal for winner payout, winner takes all
Tekken 7 registration (March 31st): https://smash.gg/tournament/mashfest-master-instinct-preset-isolation-tekken-02/
Smash Ultimate registration (April 3rd):
https://smash.gg/tournament/mashfest-master-instinct-dash-cancel-present-isolation-smash-ultimate-01
join the MashfestNYC discord:
https://discordapp.com/invite/gBJY4xt
Report match results via discord to our bracket runners
Be sure to check in to discord before tournament start
Additional Tekken rules:
2/3 games, 3/5 rounds, default time
random stage select
custom costumes allowed but weapons are not
Additional Smash rules:
Ruleset: 3 stock, 7 minutes
Final Smash, items, and hazards off
Starter stages: Battlefield, Final Destination, Smashville, Pokemon Stadium 2, Town and City
Counterpick stages: Kalos Pokemon League, Unova Pokemon League
Dash Cancel Online joins us in support!
Be sure to check out their online tournament series:
DBFZ March 31st, $50 Prize: https://challonge.com/tournaments/signup/jR6hkxm3vJ
SFV March 28th, $50 Prize:
https://challonge.com/tournaments/signup/WoicZ7vSaO
and more upcoming TBA
MashfestNYC & Master Instinct & Dash Cancel present:
Isolation – an online tournament series
We wish to keep everyone safe, but we want to keep on gaming!
Due to a lack of public events we will be hosting online tournaments!
Tekken Tuesday!
Smash Ultimate Fridays!
Every Tuesday will be Tekken 7 online PS4 (upcoming: March 31st)
Every Friday will be Smash Ultimate online (upcoming: April 3rd)
FREE entry
$25 prize + Matcherino crowdfunding
double elimination
2/3 games, W/L/G finals: 3/5
tournament start time: 6pm
registration for brackets close at 5:30pm
stream: http://twitch.tv/nycMaxim
Requirements:
PS4 to play Tekken 7 online
Nintendo Switch to play Smash Ultimate online
smash.gg account to sign up for brackets
discord to join MashfestNYC for match coordination
paypal for winner payout, winner takes all
Tekken 7 registration (March 31st): https://smash.gg/tournament/mashfest-master-instinct-preset-isolation-tekken-02/
Smash Ultimate registration (April 3rd):
https://smash.gg/tournament/mashfest-master-instinct-dash-cancel-present-isolation-smash-ultimate-01
join the MashfestNYC discord:
https://discordapp.com/invite/gBJY4xt
Report match results via discord to our bracket runners
Be sure to check in to discord before tournament start
Additional Tekken rules:
2/3 games, 3/5 rounds, default time
random stage select
custom costumes allowed but weapons are not
Additional Smash rules:
Ruleset: 3 stock, 7 minutes
Final Smash, items, and hazards off
Starter stages: Battlefield, Final Destination, Smashville, Pokemon Stadium 2, Town and City
Counterpick stages: Kalos Pokemon League, Unova Pokemon League
Dash Cancel Online joins us in support!
Be sure to check out their online tournament series:
DBFZ March 31st, $50 Prize: https://challonge.com/tournaments/signup/jR6hkxm3vJ
SFV March 28th, $50 Prize:
https://challonge.com/tournaments/signup/WoicZ7vSaO
and more upcoming TBA
MashfestNYC & Master Instinct & Dash Cancel present:
Isolation – an online tournament series
We wish to keep everyone safe, but we want to keep on gaming!
Due to a lack of public events we will be hosting online tournaments!
Tekken Tuesday!
Smash Ultimate Fridays!
Every Tuesday will be Tekken 7 online PS4 (upcoming: March 31st)
Every Friday will be Smash Ultimate online (upcoming: April 3rd)
FREE entry
$25 prize + Matcherino crowdfunding
double elimination
2/3 games, W/L/G finals: 3/5
tournament start time: 6pm
registration for brackets close at 5:30pm
stream: http://twitch.tv/nycMaxim
Requirements:
PS4 to play Tekken 7 online
Nintendo Switch to play Smash Ultimate online
smash.gg account to sign up for brackets
discord to join MashfestNYC for match coordination
paypal for winner payout, winner takes all
Tekken 7 registration (March 31st): https://smash.gg/tournament/mashfest-master-instinct-preset-isolation-tekken-02/
Smash Ultimate registration (April 3rd):
https://smash.gg/tournament/mashfest-master-instinct-dash-cancel-present-isolation-smash-ultimate-01
join the MashfestNYC discord:
https://discordapp.com/invite/gBJY4xt
Report match results via discord to our bracket runners
Be sure to check in to discord before tournament start
Additional Tekken rules:
2/3 games, 3/5 rounds, default time
random stage select
custom costumes allowed but weapons are not
Additional Smash rules:
Ruleset: 3 stock, 7 minutes
Final Smash, items, and hazards off
Starter stages: Battlefield, Final Destination, Smashville, Pokemon Stadium 2, Town and City
Counterpick stages: Kalos Pokemon League, Unova Pokemon League
Dash Cancel Online joins us in support!
Be sure to check out their online tournament series:
DBFZ March 31st, $50 Prize: https://challonge.com/tournaments/signup/jR6hkxm3vJ
SFV March 28th, $50 Prize:
https://challonge.com/tournaments/signup/WoicZ7vSaO
and more upcoming TBA
MashfestNYC & Master Instinct & Dash Cancel present:
Isolation – an online tournament series
We wish to keep everyone safe, but we want to keep on gaming!
Due to a lack of public events we will be hosting online tournaments!
Tekken Tuesday!
Smash Ultimate Fridays!
Every Tuesday will be Tekken 7 online PS4 (upcoming: March 31st)
Every Friday will be Smash Ultimate online (upcoming: April 3rd)
FREE entry
$25 prize + Matcherino crowdfunding
double elimination
2/3 games, W/L/G finals: 3/5
tournament start time: 6pm
registration for brackets close at 5:30pm
stream: http://twitch.tv/nycMaxim
Requirements:
PS4 to play Tekken 7 online
Nintendo Switch to play Smash Ultimate online
smash.gg account to sign up for brackets
discord to join MashfestNYC for match coordination
paypal for winner payout, winner takes all
Tekken 7 registration (March 31st): https://smash.gg/tournament/mashfest-master-instinct-preset-isolation-tekken-02/
Smash Ultimate registration (April 3rd):
https://smash.gg/tournament/mashfest-master-instinct-dash-cancel-present-isolation-smash-ultimate-01
join the MashfestNYC discord:
https://discordapp.com/invite/gBJY4xt
Report match results via discord to our bracket runners
Be sure to check in to discord before tournament start
Additional Tekken rules:
2/3 games, 3/5 rounds, default time
random stage select
custom costumes allowed but weapons are not
Additional Smash rules:
Ruleset: 3 stock, 7 minutes
Final Smash, items, and hazards off
Starter stages: Battlefield, Final Destination, Smashville, Pokemon Stadium 2, Town and City
Counterpick stages: Kalos Pokemon League, Unova Pokemon League
Dash Cancel Online joins us in support!
Be sure to check out their online tournament series:
DBFZ March 31st, $50 Prize: https://challonge.com/tournaments/signup/jR6hkxm3vJ
SFV March 28th, $50 Prize:
https://challonge.com/tournaments/signup/WoicZ7vSaO
and more upcoming TBA
MashfestNYC & Master Instinct & Dash Cancel present:
Isolation – an online tournament series
We wish to keep everyone safe, but we want to keep on gaming!
Due to a lack of public events we will be hosting online tournaments!
Tekken Tuesday!
Smash Ultimate Fridays!
Every Tuesday will be Tekken 7 online PS4 (upcoming: March 31st)
Every Friday will be Smash Ultimate online (upcoming: April 3rd)
FREE entry
$25 prize + Matcherino crowdfunding
double elimination
2/3 games, W/L/G finals: 3/5
tournament start time: 6pm
registration for brackets close at 5:30pm
stream: http://twitch.tv/nycMaxim
Requirements:
PS4 to play Tekken 7 online
Nintendo Switch to play Smash Ultimate online
smash.gg account to sign up for brackets
discord to join MashfestNYC for match coordination
paypal for winner payout, winner takes all
Tekken 7 registration (March 31st): https://smash.gg/tournament/mashfest-master-instinct-preset-isolation-tekken-02/
Smash Ultimate registration (April 3rd):
https://smash.gg/tournament/mashfest-master-instinct-dash-cancel-present-isolation-smash-ultimate-01
join the MashfestNYC discord:
https://discordapp.com/invite/gBJY4xt
Report match results via discord to our bracket runners
Be sure to check in to discord before tournament start
Additional Tekken rules:
2/3 games, 3/5 rounds, default time
random stage select
custom costumes allowed but weapons are not
Additional Smash rules:
Ruleset: 3 stock, 7 minutes
Final Smash, items, and hazards off
Starter stages: Battlefield, Final Destination, Smashville, Pokemon Stadium 2, Town and City
Counterpick stages: Kalos Pokemon League, Unova Pokemon League
Dash Cancel Online joins us in support!
Be sure to check out their online tournament series:
DBFZ March 31st, $50 Prize: https://challonge.com/tournaments/signup/jR6hkxm3vJ
SFV March 28th, $50 Prize:
https://challonge.com/tournaments/signup/WoicZ7vSaO
and more upcoming TBA
MashfestNYC & Master Instinct & Dash Cancel present:
Isolation – an online tournament series
We wish to keep everyone safe, but we want to keep on gaming!
Due to a lack of public events we will be hosting online tournaments!
Tekken Tuesday!
Smash Ultimate Fridays!
Every Tuesday will be Tekken 7 online PS4 (upcoming: March 31st)
Every Friday will be Smash Ultimate online (upcoming: April 3rd)
FREE entry
$25 prize + Matcherino crowdfunding
double elimination
2/3 games, W/L/G finals: 3/5
tournament start time: 6pm
registration for brackets close at 5:30pm
stream: http://twitch.tv/nycMaxim
Requirements:
PS4 to play Tekken 7 online
Nintendo Switch to play Smash Ultimate online
smash.gg account to sign up for brackets
discord to join MashfestNYC for match coordination
paypal for winner payout, winner takes all
Tekken 7 registration (March 31st): https://smash.gg/tournament/mashfest-master-instinct-preset-isolation-tekken-02/
Smash Ultimate registration (April 3rd):
https://smash.gg/tournament/mashfest-master-instinct-dash-cancel-present-isolation-smash-ultimate-01
join the MashfestNYC discord:
https://discordapp.com/invite/gBJY4xt
Report match results via discord to our bracket runners
Be sure to check in to discord before tournament start
Additional Tekken rules:
2/3 games, 3/5 rounds, default time
random stage select
custom costumes allowed but weapons are not
Additional Smash rules:
Ruleset: 3 stock, 7 minutes
Final Smash, items, and hazards off
Starter stages: Battlefield, Final Destination, Smashville, Pokemon Stadium 2, Town and City
Counterpick stages: Kalos Pokemon League, Unova Pokemon League
Dash Cancel Online joins us in support!
Be sure to check out their online tournament series:
DBFZ March 31st, $50 Prize: https://challonge.com/tournaments/signup/jR6hkxm3vJ
SFV March 28th, $50 Prize:
https://challonge.com/tournaments/signup/WoicZ7vSaO
and more upcoming TBA
MashfestNYC & Master Instinct & Dash Cancel present:
Isolation – an online tournament series
We wish to keep everyone safe, but we want to keep on gaming!
Due to a lack of public events we will be hosting online tournaments!
Tekken Tuesday!
Smash Ultimate Fridays!
Every Tuesday will be Tekken 7 online PS4 (upcoming: March 31st)
Every Friday will be Smash Ultimate online (upcoming: April 3rd)
FREE entry
$25 prize + Matcherino crowdfunding
double elimination
2/3 games, W/L/G finals: 3/5
tournament start time: 6pm
registration for brackets close at 5:30pm
stream: http://twitch.tv/nycMaxim
Requirements:
PS4 to play Tekken 7 online
Nintendo Switch to play Smash Ultimate online
smash.gg account to sign up for brackets
discord to join MashfestNYC for match coordination
paypal for winner payout, winner takes all
Tekken 7 registration (March 31st): https://smash.gg/tournament/mashfest-master-instinct-preset-isolation-tekken-02/
Smash Ultimate registration (April 3rd):
https://smash.gg/tournament/mashfest-master-instinct-dash-cancel-present-isolation-smash-ultimate-01
join the MashfestNYC discord:
https://discordapp.com/invite/gBJY4xt
Report match results via discord to our bracket runners
Be sure to check in to discord before tournament start
Additional Tekken rules:
2/3 games, 3/5 rounds, default time
random stage select
custom costumes allowed but weapons are not
Additional Smash rules:
Ruleset: 3 stock, 7 minutes
Final Smash, items, and hazards off
Starter stages: Battlefield, Final Destination, Smashville, Pokemon Stadium 2, Town and City
Counterpick stages: Kalos Pokemon League, Unova Pokemon League
Dash Cancel Online joins us in support!
Be sure to check out their online tournament series:
DBFZ March 31st, $50 Prize: https://challonge.com/tournaments/signup/jR6hkxm3vJ
SFV March 28th, $50 Prize:
https://challonge.com/tournaments/signup/WoicZ7vSaO
and more upcoming TBA