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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
The Scarlet Classic makes a triumphant comeback bigger and better than ever before and a bigger event means a much bigger venue! We’ve moved from the College Ave Student Center to the Rutgers Athletic Center on Livingston!
Featuring Tournaments and/or Casual Events for:
– Overwatch
– League of Legends
– Super Smash Bros. Melee
– Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
– DOTA 2
– Pokemon
– Hearthstone
– CS:GO
– FGC (Street Fighter V, Tekken, Dragon Ball FighterZ. etc.)
– VR
– and many more to come!
Scarlet Classic V is still being put together and as such, various tournaments, featured games, and events may be subject to change. We will update the page as more information becomes available.
SMASH, FGC, HEARTHSTONE:
https://smash.gg/tournament/scarlet-classic-v-1
CS:GO sign ups (Closes March 14th): https://goo.gl/forms/eMcDG5D7g4L9ChMy2
DOTA 2 (Closes April 1st):
Registration Form: https://goo.gl/forms/VT5XJxkp179Wzb6H3
Rules: http://bit.ly/SCVDotaRules
Free Agent Registration: http://bit.ly/SCVD2FreeAgentReg
Free Agent List: http://bit.ly/SCVD2FreeAgents
League of Legends sign-ups (Closes March 7th): https://www.google.com/url?q=https://battlefy.com/rutgers-league-of-legends/the-scarlet-classic-v-league-of-legends-tournament/5c70cff63a7dad03282336ac/info?infoTab%3Ddetails&sa=D&ust=1551980952287000&usg=AFQjCNGNoO3x2dIPQG8zL-aWj9X2KqW_uQ
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
DBFZ only! REGISTRATION: $10 Venue / $10 Tournament Play – If register at the door please be there before 5pm doors open at 3pm Casual set up available Must be cash no PayPal ( At the moment)
https://smash.gg/tournament/the–off-3-xeno/details
Will be live on Twitch.tv/Ramdomfiend7
2/3 Matches 3/5 Matches Grand Finals Double Elimination If players cannot agree upon a first game stage then World Tournament Arena will be selected. Prizes are 70/20/10 of entry fees
Piccolo/Zamasu set play are banned!! (J.K don’t get set play)
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.
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 Fight 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.
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.
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 Fight 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.
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!
Ki
DRAGONBALL FIGHTERZ TOURNAMENT
with additional Crowdfunding by Matcherino: https://matcherino.com/tournaments/13987
Use Coupon Code: “Ki” to add .50 for free to prize pool
While you are there check out all the Marketplace items for great ways to also help contribute.
Cost:
Venue Cost is $10.00 for the entire night
Bracket entry is $10.00
TIMES:
DOORS OPEN AT 3PM
DRAGONBALL FIGHTERZ TOURNAMENT – 5PM
AMATEUR BRACKET – 6PM
PAYOUTS:
1 – 47 players:
1st Place – 60%
2nd Place – 30%
3rd Place – 10%
48 – 63 players:
1st Place – 60%
2nd Place – 25%
3rd Place – 10%
4th Place – 5%
64 – 128 Players
1st Place – 50%
2nd Place – 25%
3rd Place – 10%
4th Place – 5%
5th Place – 3%/3%
7th Place – 2%/2%
Amatuer Bracket:
1st Place – Free Venue to our next event
TOURNAMENT RULES
DRAGONBALL FIGHTERZ (PS4)
Size: 1on1
Double Elimination
Default settings
2/3 Rounds per Game
2/3 Games per Set
3/5 Games for Losers & Winners Finals
3/5 Games for Grand Finals
Controllers are available for playing, bringing your own is encouraged. Players must DESYNC their controllers after each set.
Streamed Live at https://www.twitch.tv/EncoreEsportsUSA
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.
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 Fight 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.
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.
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 Fight 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.
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.
Kick-Punch-Block! and XenoZero presents….
Chinatown Beatdown: June 8th
Address:
62 Orchard Street, 2nd floor
New York, NY 10002
System: PS4
Monitors: BenQ
Venue Fee: $10 (everyone)
Pre-registration here: https://smash.gg/ChinatownBeatdownJ8
**ALL FEES WILL BE COLLECTED DAY OF TOURNAMENT ONSITE**
Windjammers
Registration Fee: $5
Registration Time: 2:00 pm ~ 3:30 pm
Start Time: 4:00 pm
Dragon Ball FighterZ
Registration Fee: $10
Registration Time: 2:00 pm ~ 3:30 pm
Start Time: 4:00 pm
King of Fighters XIV
Registration Fee: $10
Registration Time: 2:00 pm ~ 3:30 pm
Start Time: 4:00 pm
MK11
Registration Fee: $10
Registration Time: 2:00 pm ~ 4:30 pm
Start Time: 5:00 pm
Tekken 7
Registration Fee: $10
Registration Time: 2:00 pm ~ 5:00 pm
Start Time: 5:30 pm
Tekken World Tour 2019 Dojo Event!
Payout:
1st: 70%
2nd: 20%
3rd: 10%
(If less than 10 people, winner takes ALL )
BYOC (Please Bring your own controller or joystick)
We do have limited equipment for rent, so it’s first come first serve:
$2.00 for controllers
$3.00 for joysticks
Rules:
Double Elimination Format 2/3 matches, Winner/Loser/Grand Finals is 3/5 Matches
Winner must stay with character
Stream: Kick-Punch-Block!
www.twitch.tv/KPBLive
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.
GET READY for our next Dragon Ball FighterZ tournament!!
Double Elimination, 1v1 Tournament
Game: Dragon Ball FighterZ
Console: PS4 (If you usually use an Xbox One, Xbox 360 or PS3 controller, we have adapters that will allow you to use it on PS4!)
All tournament consoles have the FighterZ DLC Season 1 + Season 2 and have been updated to the latest version of the game.
Location: 80 Broad Street, Red Bank NJ 07701
Date(s): Sunday March 17
Time: 5:30pm – 6:45pm signups. Tournament matches start at 7pm sharp.
Entry Fee: – $20.00 total
($10 Venue Fee + $10 Tournament Entry Fee, includes entry to the tournament and DBZ casuals/friendlies only)
– Pay en extra $5.00 for UNLIMITED Arcade games for the entire night!! ($25.00 total)
Prizes (All tournament entry fees goes towards prizes for winners):
1st place: 60% cash prize
2nd place: 30% cash prize
3rd place: 10% cash prize
RSVP “GOING” on this event page for news and updates on the tournament!
Do you have what it takes to ascend beyond super saiyan? Find out next time, at YESTERcades!
Location: Buddha Beer Bar
Address: 4476 Broadway, New York, NY 10040
Trains: A or 1 to 190th st & Bennet Ave (1 block away)
*If taking A train take tunnel exit down to street level, do not go up!
Bus: Bx7, M100
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– Admission: $TBD
– Age: 18+
Set ups for:
– MK11 [Tournament]
– Smash Ultimate [Tournament]
– SFV: AE
– Dragon Ball FighterZ
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6:00PM+ – Set ups Open
Please treat yourselves to drinks and food! They have a great menu and gave us a great opportunity to host these events to build the community.
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.
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.
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.
You guys asked for it! You guys got it. Come to Waypoint Cafe (65 Ludlow Street, NYC) on July 5th and July 6th for 2 days of exciting FGC action for some of your favorite fighting games.
Dragonball FighterZ
Super Smash Brothers Ultimate
Mortal Kombat 11
Tekken 7
For 2 days we will have some great King of The Hill Tournament Style action with more details on the Facebook Event Page, The Ganda Social Media page and Waypoint Cafe’s Social Media page.
Venue Fee: 10.00
Tournament Fee (Per Game): 10.00
DBFZ / Samurai Shodown: 5.00
GENERAL RULES:
Playstation 4 | BRING YOUR OWN CONTROLLER
SAMURAI SHODOWN
TBA
DRAGONBALL FIGHTERZ:
DOUBLE ELIMINATION
DEFAULT SETTINGS
2/3 GAMES PER SET
3/5 GAMES FOR LOSERS & WINNERS FINALS
3/5 GAMES FOR GRAND FINALS
WINNER MUST KEEP CHARACTERS
LOSER MAY SWITCH
TEKKEN 7:
DOUBLE ELIMINATION
DEFAULT SETTINGS
3/5 ROUNDS PER GAME
2/3 GAMES PER SET
3/5 GAMES FOR LOSERS & WINNERS FINALS
3/5 GAMES FOR GRAND FINALS
WINNER MUST KEEP CHARACTER
LOSER MAY SWITCH
RANDOM STAGE SELECT
MORTAL KOMBAT 11:
DOUBLE ELIMINATION
TOURNAMENT SETTINGS
3/5 GAMES PER SET
3/5 GAMES FOR LOSERS & WINNERS FINALS
3/5 GAMES FOR GRAND FINALS
WINNER MUST KEEP CHARACTER
LOSER MAY SWITCH
RANDOM STAGE SELECT
Now this is important, its about finding our location and some rules! You will be pulling into a Plaza that has a CVS and other business’, our entrance is on right side of the building by the Sherwin Williams Paint Store. Feel free to park on the left side of the building or in front of it. Just don’t park in the reserved parking areas or the handicap and you should be fine.
You guys asked for it! You guys got it. Come to Waypoint Cafe (65 Ludlow Street, NYC) on July 5th and July 6th for 2 days of exciting FGC action for some of your favorite fighting games.
Dragonball FighterZ
Super Smash Brothers Ultimate
Mortal Kombat 11
Tekken 7
For 2 days we will have some great King of The Hill Tournament Style action with more details on the Facebook Event Page, The Ganda Social Media page and Waypoint Cafe’s Social Media page.
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.
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.
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