Calendar

Oct
20
Sat
2018
East Coast Throwdown @ Crowne Plaza Fairfield
Oct 20 @ 10:00 am – Oct 21 @ 10:00 pm

East Coast Throwdown is an annual 2-day Fighting Game Community event & tournament series hosted by LI Joe, SweetJohnnyCage, and RVRSL.

Games: Dragon Ball FighterZ, Tekken 7, Street Fighter V, BlazBlue Cross Tag Battle, Injustice 2, Guilty Gear Xrd REV2, Marvel vs Capcom Infinite

Registration fees:
Early Bird registration ends May 13 – $40

Normal registration May 14 – Sept. 2: $50

Late registration Sept. 2 – Oct. 7: $60

On-site registration: $75

Spectator pass: $20

FB Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/2196583897244681/

Oct
23
Tue
2018
Tuesday Night Throwdown and Training Sessions @ Encore E-Sports
Oct 23 @ 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

Oct
30
Tue
2018
Tuesday Night Throwdown and Training Sessions @ Encore E-Sports
Oct 30 @ 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

Nov
6
Tue
2018
Tuesday Night Throwdown and Training Sessions @ Encore E-Sports
Nov 6 @ 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

Nov
13
Tue
2018
Tuesday Night Throwdown and Training Sessions @ Encore E-Sports
Nov 13 @ 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

Nov
18
Sun
2018
Girl Game Night! @ Microsoft Store NYC Flagship
Nov 18 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm

L.A.N. Party Presents: Girl Game Night!

Presented at the microsoft flagship store is L.A.N party’s first ever Girl Game Night. Hosted by Bubblegum, Player 3 of L.A.N. Party, get ready for night of food, fun and friendly competition where girls from all backgrounds can gather, connect and celebrate their love for gaming together. The two games of the night will be the highly anticipated Soul Calibur 6 as well as My Hero One’s Justice. Come join us as we make new friends, eat good food, listen to good music and game! It will be an event you won’t wanna miss!

Special guest include Adorned by Chi and Black Girls Anime

Food provided by Cooking with Honcho
Music by DJ Tim Trilla

Nov
20
Tue
2018
Tuesday Night Throwdown and Training Sessions @ Encore E-Sports
Nov 20 @ 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

Nov
27
Tue
2018
Tuesday Night Throwdown and Training Sessions @ Encore E-Sports
Nov 27 @ 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
4
Tue
2018
Tuesday Night Throwdown and Training Sessions @ Encore E-Sports
Dec 4 @ 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
5
Wed
2018
Next Level Battle Circuit @ Next Level
Dec 5 @ 7:00 pm

Games: Street Fighter V, DragonBall FighterZ, Marvel vs Capcom Infinite
Console: PS4

Venue fee: $10 (no spectating is permitted)
Entry fee: $10 per game

Registration time: 7:00 pm to 8:15 pm – please call the store if you are running late and wish to register.
Tournament begins at 8:30 pm

Prize Payout:
1st: 70% of pot
2nd: 20% of pot
3rd: 10% of pot

Stream: http://www.twitch.tv/teamsp00ky
Hosted by Next Level

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

Dec
29
Sat
2018
Let’s Make Moves – A Tristate Smash Ultimate National
Dec 29 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 pm

smash.gg/letsmakemoves

TRISTATE IS BACK with the debut of Let’s Make Moves! Even Matchup Gaming and Nairo are teaming up to bring the region back to its former home at the peak of event organization for a single-day major tournament in Somerset, NJ. LMM will feature the Northeast’s finest players under the same roof for the first time after the release of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate for Nintendo Switch.

REGISTRATION INFO

The singles bracket will cap at 448
The doubles bracket will cap at 64 teams

Venue Fee:

Early Bird Registration (available until October 1st) – $15
Normal Registration (October 2nd-November 20th) – $20
Late Registration (November 21st-December 20th) – $25

Subscribers to twitch.tv/NairoMK will receive a 20% discount on their venue fee. To receive this code, message a moderator in the Nairo sub Discord and we will generate a code for your smash.gg account within 12 hours.

Staff Applications:

Commentary Application form: https://goo.gl/forms/NxAsSAA78M9PfjCh1

Staff Application form: https://goo.gl/forms/9FgbFx2oVIblNYj42

Entry Fees:

Doubles – $20 per team ($10 per teammate)
Singles – $10 per player

STREAMS

The event will be streamed on twitch.tv/EvenMatchupGaming and twitch.tv/NairoMK. Streams powered by House of 3000

Jan
29
Tue
2019
Dragon Ball FighterZ! Tournament! at the Flagship Microsoft Store Fifth Avenue @ Microsoft Store
Jan 29 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Welcome to the DBZ Challenge hosted by the Flagship Microsoft Store. We invite you to participate in the Battle of the Universes. Be prepared to watch them crumble to the floor with our intense 1v1’s.
Come in and feast as the greatest will be put to the test.

Prizes:
$40 Microsoft Gift card – 1st prize,
$20 Microsoft Gift card – 2nd prize.
Platform: Xbox One
Format: 1v1; Double Elimination
Equipment: Xbox One Controllers Provided (however you can bring your own controllers or fight sticks)

Direction Points:
Btw 53rd, 54th and 5th Ave

Trains Near:
6,E,B,D,F,V,M,N,R

Feb
11
Mon
2019
FGC Tuesdays: Dragon Ball Fighter Z Tournament (FREE) @ Microsoft Flagship Store
Feb 11 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Welcome to the DBZ Challenge hosted by the Flagship Microsoft Store. We invite you to participate in the Battle of the Universes. Be prepared to watch them crumble to the floor with our intense 1v1’s.
Come in and feast as the greatest will be put to the test.

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.)

Feb
15
Fri
2019
ASUS ROG Arena: Fortnite Fridays (SQUADS) Tournament @ Microsoft Flagship Store
Feb 15 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

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)

Feb
16
Sat
2019
ASUS ROG Arena: League of Legends Summoner’s Rift @ Microsoft Store
Feb 16 @ 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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

Feb
19
Tue
2019
FGC Tuesdays: Jump Force Tournament @ Microsoft
Feb 19 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 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.)

Feb
22
Fri
2019
ASUS ROG Arena: Fortnite Fridays (SQUADS) Tournament @ Microsoft Flagship Store
Feb 22 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

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.

Feb
24
Sun
2019
Halo: The Master Chief Collection 2v2 Throwdown @ Microsoft Flagship Store
Feb 24 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm

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

Feb
26
Tue
2019
FGC Tuesdays! Presents Jump Force Tournament! (FREE) @ Microsoft Store
Feb 26 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

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.)

Mar
1
Fri
2019
ASUS ROG Arena: Fortnite Fridays (SQUADS) Tournament @ Microsoft Flagship Store
Mar 1 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

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.

Mar
28
Thu
2019
WOMEN IN GAMES: A Celebration! @ Microsoft Flagship Store
Mar 28 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

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

Apr
12
Fri
2019
April Annihilation @ Crowne Plaza Philadelphia-Cherry Hill (Cherry Hill, NJ)
Apr 12 @ 5:00 pm – Apr 14 @ 11:00 pm

APRIL ANNIHILATION (AA2019)

WHEN:
April 12-14, 2019

WHERE:
Crowne Plaza: Philadelphia-Cherry Hill
2349 Marlton Pike W,
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

HOTEL REGISTRATION INFO:
Please book your rooms here – https://book.passkey.com/e/49680530
(Once you click on the link, then press “Make a Reservation”)
STANDARD KING – Starts at $99 a night plus taxes & fees.
STANDARD TWO DOUBLE BEDS – Start at $99 a night plus taxes & fees.

REGISTRATION INFO:

-Please note that there is a 3-game limit for April Annihilation.

Early Bird – $40 2/18/19 – 2/23/19
Regular Player – $60 2/24/19 – 3/18/19
Last Call – $70 3/19/19 – 3/31/19

On-Site Player Badge – $90
Spectator (Door Only) – $45

-Badge pick up will be Saturday, April 13, 2019 from 8 AM until 6 PM

-If you are not adding any games, we encourage you to pick up badges at 11 AM.

-On-site registration will be Saturday, April 13, 2019 from 8 AM until 10 AM.

TOURNAMENT DETAILS:
-Vendors
-Arcade
-Casual Set Ups
-Friday Night Teams

FRIDAY TEAM TOURNAMENTS – Friday, April 12, 2019:

-Please note that team tournaments are optional and are not included in the April Annihilation Saturday/Sunday venue price.

Online Registration – $5
On-Site Registration – $10
Spectator – $5

Team Tournament Games –
DragonBall FighterZ (2v2) – $20 per Team
Street Fighter V: AE (2v2) – $20 per Team
Tekken 7 (3v3) – $30 per Team
Dead or Alive 6 (3v3) – $30 per Team
Soul Calibur 6 (2v2) – $20 per Team

MAIN TOURNAMENT GAMES – April 13-14, 2019 ($10 entry fee per game, unless otherwise specified below):

Street Fighter V (PS4) – Capcom Pro Tour Ranking Event
Dead or Alive 6 (PS4)
Windjammers (PS4) – $5 Game Entry Fee
Mortal Kombat XL (PS4)
Under Night in Birth Exe:Late(st) (PS4)

MAIN TOURNAMENT FREE ENTRY GAMES – April 13-14, 2019 (All games are capped. Player badges are required.)

Dragon Ball Fighter Z (PS4) – 128 Cap – $1000 Prize Pool Sponsored by Big E Gaming

Guilty Gear Xrd: Rev 2 (PS4) – 128 Cap – $750 Prize Pool Sponsored by Sector X

Soul Calibur VI (PS4) – 176 Cap – $1200 Prize Pool

Tekken 7 (PS4) – 176 Cap – Prize Pool TBA

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Nintendo Switch) – 128 Cap – $750 Prize Pool

Blazblue: Cross Tag (PS4) – 128 Cap – $750 Prize Pool Sponsored by Sector X

Pokken Tournament (Nintendo Switch) – 64 Cap – $500 Prize Pool

BIG E GAMING SPONSORED SIDE TOURNAMENT:
Street Fighter 2: Turbo – FREE entry – 32 Player Cap
-If you’re interested in competing in this side tournament, please DM the Big E Gaming Facebook Page

COMMUNITY RUN SIDE TOURNAMENTS:
(Spectators and Player Registrants are welcome to compete in side tournaments):

Virtua Fighter V – Run By Harpooner
Alpha 2 – Run by Master Steve

-There is a 4 game limit (3 spots left) for community run side tournaments and a 3 game limit (2 spots left) for arcade side tournaments. You must bring your own equipment. If you want to run a side tournament, please contact the Big E Gaming Facebook Page for approval. It’s on a first come, first serve basis. Once the community run side tournaments are approved, player’s must contact the community contact via our website to sign up. The links will go up on www.bigegaming.com Big E Gaming cannot add you to community-based sign ups.

IMPORTANT RULES REGARDING CONTROLLERS:

– PlayStation 4, only DUALSHOCK 4 can be used
– All converters, except for the XCM Crossfire 3.0 and Brook super converters, are banned on PS4. You must use an USB extension cable with your Brook converter to prevent damage to our consoles’ controller ports.
– Cronus Max Plus and Titan One is prohibited.
– Legacy PS3 controllers are banned for Street Fighter V.

OFFICIAL RULES:
http://bigegaming.com/game-rules/

PAYOUTS:
16 players or more – 70/20/10 Payout
12 to 15 players – 80/20 Payout
11 or less – Winner Take All Payout

-Payouts with Pot Bonuses – Big E Gaming reserves the right to payout up to 4 weeks after the event.

-If Pot bonuses are provided by a 3rd Party, the player will be notified of time frame for payout via email.

-Medals are given out on Sunday, February 24, 2019.

-Big E Gaming is not responsible if the player does not claim their medal.

-If medal must be shipped to the player, the player is responsible for shipping.

Player has a 60 day grace period to claim their medal.

EVENT AND STREAM SCHEDULE:
The Event/Stream Schedule will be provided closer to the event.

POOL ASSIGNMENTS & BRACKETS:
Will be posted and made public after pre-registration ends.

VOLUNTEERS:
-All volunteers must complete an application. Volunteers must pre-register online.
-Staff Meetings are mandatory. If you don’t check in, you will not receive a refund.
-Volunteers will receive food and snacks, raffle tickets for volunteer’s raffle for staff prizes, and a staff shirt.
-Big Ticket Item (i.e. Arcade Stick) will be awarded to a MVP volunteer on Sunday, presented along with last raffle.

SPONSORS:
If you’re interested in being a sponsor for April Annihilation, please contact the Big E Gaming Facebook Page via DM to inquire.

VENDORS:
If you’re interested in being a vendor for April Annihilation, please contact the Big E Gaming Facebook Page via DM to inquire.

BIG E GAMING ADDITIONAL LINKS:
http://bigegaming.com/
http://twitter.com/BigEGaming
https://www.facebook.com/BigEGaming
www.instagram.com/bigegaming

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

May
14
Tue
2019
FGC Tuesdays! Presents: Dragon Ball Fighter Z @ Microsoft Store
May 14 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

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!

Jul
19
Fri
2019
Defend The North 2019 @ The New Yorker Hotel
Jul 19 @ 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

On July 19-21, the New Yorker Hotel will host Defend the North: New York City’s only major fighting game tournament! Considered by many to be one of the biggest travel destinations in the world, NYC is also home to a diverse gaming community with a rich and storied legacy. This summer, be a part of that legacy and register for DTN today!

Why Go to Defend the North?

– 3 Day event

– 20+ Tournaments for Current and Retro Games

– 30+ Different Games Available for Casual Play

– Arcade Room featuring Japanese Candy Cabs

– 24 hour Gaming in the BYOC and Arcade Rooms

– Community-Run Side Tournaments

– Cosplay Contest with Cash Prizes

– Vendor and Exhibitor Booths

– And much more!

How Do I Get There?

The iconic New Yorker Hotel is located at 481 8th Ave in Midtown Manhattan. Public transportation is available from all 3 major NYC airports: Newark (EWR), John F Kennedy (JFK), and LaGuardia (LGA):

From EWR: Take the Airtrain to Newark Airport train station. Then transfer to a NJ TRANSIT train to NEW YORK Penn Station.

From JFK: Take the Airtrain to Jamaica Station. Then transfer to a Manhattan-bound E train and stop at 34th St Penn Station.

From LGA: Take the Q70 SBS Bus to Jackson Heights–Roosevelt Avenue/74th St (Guests coming from Terminal A must take the Q47 Bus instead). Then take an E train to 34th St Penn Station.

Where Can I Stay?

Get the most out of DTN and stay at the venue! Steps away from places like the Empire State Building and Madison Square Garden, the New Yorker combines historic charm with modern convenience.

This 4-star hotel features updated rooms with breathtaking views of the city. Amenities include a bar, a 24-hour diner, and a 24-hour fitness center.

Normally priced around $300 a night during the summer, DTN has secured amazing rates for all our guests starting at $147 a night! Click below to reserve your room! No deposit needed!

The last day to book with this special rate is June 19th, 2019. So act fast and take advantage of this amazing deal!

https://newyorkerhotel.reztrip.com/classic/en/special_offer?action=show&controller=landings&locale=en&rate_code%5B%5D=DTN&rate_code%5B%5D=DTN&starting_page=special_offer&vr=3

Gaming Tours:

Capcom Pro Tour
Defend the North is an official stop on the Capcom Pro Tour! Earn valuable points and qualify for Capcom Cup 2019! Click here for more details.

Jazzy Circuit Finale
DTN will host the season finale of the Jazzy Circuit! FOUR Last Chance Qualifying Spots up for grabs! Who will become the 1st ever Jazzy Circuit Champion?

DTN After Hours
In the city that never sleeps, it’s only fitting that DTN features 24/7 gaming! Play as late or early as you want with BYOC and Arcade Rooms open ALL weekend long!

Tournament Games:

Street Fighter V (2K pot minimum)

Smash Ultimate ($1K pot minimum)

Dragon Ball Fighter Z ($1K pot minimum)

Mortal Kombat 11 ($1K pot minimum)

Vampire Savior ($250 pot minimum)*

Under Night In Birth Exe: Late [st]

Fortnite 1v1 ($500 pot minimum)

Capcom vs SNK 2 ($250 pot minimum)*

Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike (2K pot minimum)*

Smash Brothers Melee

Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3

Tekken 7 ($1K pot minimum)

Street Fighter Alpha 2 ($250 pot minimum)*

Guilty Gear Xrd REV2

For Honor

Virtua Fighter 5 ($250 pot minimum)*

Ultra Street Fighter IV

Pokken Tournament DX

Marvel vs. Capcom 2 ($250 pot minimum)*

Soul Calibur VI ($500 pot minimum)

Super Street Fighter II Turbo ($250 pot minimum)*

BLazBlue Cross Tag Battle

Overwatch 6v6

*Free Entry and Crowdfunded via Matcherino

Competitor Pass
Players who wish to compete in ANY of the official tournaments must have a Competitor Pass. Prices will go up as the date gets closer to the event. So don’t wait! Click here to purchase your Competitor Pass today! you will also gain access to the event for all 3 days

$35.00 USD (December 1st, 2018 – January 18th, 2019)
$40.00 USD (January 19th – March 28th)
$50.00 USD (March 29th – June 1st)
$60.00 USD (June 1st – July 12th)
$75.00 USD (On-Site Registration ONLY on July 19th)

Spectator Pass
Attending DTN as a fan? Curious to see what FGC tourneys are like? Get a Spectator pass which includes access to all our games (including the 24 hour BYOC and Arcade Rooms) for casual play! Spectators can also enter community-run side events! Visit our Eventbrite page to get your Spectator Pass today!

$50.00 USD

Jul
20
Sat
2019
Defend The North 2019 @ The New Yorker Hotel
Jul 20 @ 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

On July 19-21, the New Yorker Hotel will host Defend the North: New York City’s only major fighting game tournament! Considered by many to be one of the biggest travel destinations in the world, NYC is also home to a diverse gaming community with a rich and storied legacy. This summer, be a part of that legacy and register for DTN today!

Why Go to Defend the North?

– 3 Day event

– 20+ Tournaments for Current and Retro Games

– 30+ Different Games Available for Casual Play

– Arcade Room featuring Japanese Candy Cabs

– 24 hour Gaming in the BYOC and Arcade Rooms

– Community-Run Side Tournaments

– Cosplay Contest with Cash Prizes

– Vendor and Exhibitor Booths

– And much more!

How Do I Get There?

The iconic New Yorker Hotel is located at 481 8th Ave in Midtown Manhattan. Public transportation is available from all 3 major NYC airports: Newark (EWR), John F Kennedy (JFK), and LaGuardia (LGA):

From EWR: Take the Airtrain to Newark Airport train station. Then transfer to a NJ TRANSIT train to NEW YORK Penn Station.

From JFK: Take the Airtrain to Jamaica Station. Then transfer to a Manhattan-bound E train and stop at 34th St Penn Station.

From LGA: Take the Q70 SBS Bus to Jackson Heights–Roosevelt Avenue/74th St (Guests coming from Terminal A must take the Q47 Bus instead). Then take an E train to 34th St Penn Station.

Where Can I Stay?

Get the most out of DTN and stay at the venue! Steps away from places like the Empire State Building and Madison Square Garden, the New Yorker combines historic charm with modern convenience.

This 4-star hotel features updated rooms with breathtaking views of the city. Amenities include a bar, a 24-hour diner, and a 24-hour fitness center.

Normally priced around $300 a night during the summer, DTN has secured amazing rates for all our guests starting at $147 a night! Click below to reserve your room! No deposit needed!

The last day to book with this special rate is June 19th, 2019. So act fast and take advantage of this amazing deal!

https://newyorkerhotel.reztrip.com/classic/en/special_offer?action=show&controller=landings&locale=en&rate_code%5B%5D=DTN&rate_code%5B%5D=DTN&starting_page=special_offer&vr=3

Gaming Tours:

Capcom Pro Tour
Defend the North is an official stop on the Capcom Pro Tour! Earn valuable points and qualify for Capcom Cup 2019! Click here for more details.

Jazzy Circuit Finale
DTN will host the season finale of the Jazzy Circuit! FOUR Last Chance Qualifying Spots up for grabs! Who will become the 1st ever Jazzy Circuit Champion?

DTN After Hours
In the city that never sleeps, it’s only fitting that DTN features 24/7 gaming! Play as late or early as you want with BYOC and Arcade Rooms open ALL weekend long!

Tournament Games:

Street Fighter V (2K pot minimum)

Smash Ultimate ($1K pot minimum)

Dragon Ball Fighter Z ($1K pot minimum)

Mortal Kombat 11 ($1K pot minimum)

Vampire Savior ($250 pot minimum)*

Under Night In Birth Exe: Late [st]

Fortnite 1v1 ($500 pot minimum)

Capcom vs SNK 2 ($250 pot minimum)*

Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike (2K pot minimum)*

Smash Brothers Melee

Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3

Tekken 7 ($1K pot minimum)

Street Fighter Alpha 2 ($250 pot minimum)*

Guilty Gear Xrd REV2

For Honor

Virtua Fighter 5 ($250 pot minimum)*

Ultra Street Fighter IV

Pokken Tournament DX

Marvel vs. Capcom 2 ($250 pot minimum)*

Soul Calibur VI ($500 pot minimum)

Super Street Fighter II Turbo ($250 pot minimum)*

BLazBlue Cross Tag Battle

Overwatch 6v6

*Free Entry and Crowdfunded via Matcherino

Competitor Pass
Players who wish to compete in ANY of the official tournaments must have a Competitor Pass. Prices will go up as the date gets closer to the event. So don’t wait! Click here to purchase your Competitor Pass today! you will also gain access to the event for all 3 days

$35.00 USD (December 1st, 2018 – January 18th, 2019)
$40.00 USD (January 19th – March 28th)
$50.00 USD (March 29th – June 1st)
$60.00 USD (June 1st – July 12th)
$75.00 USD (On-Site Registration ONLY on July 19th)

Spectator Pass
Attending DTN as a fan? Curious to see what FGC tourneys are like? Get a Spectator pass which includes access to all our games (including the 24 hour BYOC and Arcade Rooms) for casual play! Spectators can also enter community-run side events! Visit our Eventbrite page to get your Spectator Pass today!

$50.00 USD

Jul
21
Sun
2019
Defend The North 2019 @ The New Yorker Hotel
Jul 21 @ 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

On July 19-21, the New Yorker Hotel will host Defend the North: New York City’s only major fighting game tournament! Considered by many to be one of the biggest travel destinations in the world, NYC is also home to a diverse gaming community with a rich and storied legacy. This summer, be a part of that legacy and register for DTN today!

Why Go to Defend the North?

– 3 Day event

– 20+ Tournaments for Current and Retro Games

– 30+ Different Games Available for Casual Play

– Arcade Room featuring Japanese Candy Cabs

– 24 hour Gaming in the BYOC and Arcade Rooms

– Community-Run Side Tournaments

– Cosplay Contest with Cash Prizes

– Vendor and Exhibitor Booths

– And much more!

How Do I Get There?

The iconic New Yorker Hotel is located at 481 8th Ave in Midtown Manhattan. Public transportation is available from all 3 major NYC airports: Newark (EWR), John F Kennedy (JFK), and LaGuardia (LGA):

From EWR: Take the Airtrain to Newark Airport train station. Then transfer to a NJ TRANSIT train to NEW YORK Penn Station.

From JFK: Take the Airtrain to Jamaica Station. Then transfer to a Manhattan-bound E train and stop at 34th St Penn Station.

From LGA: Take the Q70 SBS Bus to Jackson Heights–Roosevelt Avenue/74th St (Guests coming from Terminal A must take the Q47 Bus instead). Then take an E train to 34th St Penn Station.

Where Can I Stay?

Get the most out of DTN and stay at the venue! Steps away from places like the Empire State Building and Madison Square Garden, the New Yorker combines historic charm with modern convenience.

This 4-star hotel features updated rooms with breathtaking views of the city. Amenities include a bar, a 24-hour diner, and a 24-hour fitness center.

Normally priced around $300 a night during the summer, DTN has secured amazing rates for all our guests starting at $147 a night! Click below to reserve your room! No deposit needed!

The last day to book with this special rate is June 19th, 2019. So act fast and take advantage of this amazing deal!

https://newyorkerhotel.reztrip.com/classic/en/special_offer?action=show&controller=landings&locale=en&rate_code%5B%5D=DTN&rate_code%5B%5D=DTN&starting_page=special_offer&vr=3

Gaming Tours:

Capcom Pro Tour
Defend the North is an official stop on the Capcom Pro Tour! Earn valuable points and qualify for Capcom Cup 2019! Click here for more details.

Jazzy Circuit Finale
DTN will host the season finale of the Jazzy Circuit! FOUR Last Chance Qualifying Spots up for grabs! Who will become the 1st ever Jazzy Circuit Champion?

DTN After Hours
In the city that never sleeps, it’s only fitting that DTN features 24/7 gaming! Play as late or early as you want with BYOC and Arcade Rooms open ALL weekend long!

Tournament Games:

Street Fighter V (2K pot minimum)

Smash Ultimate ($1K pot minimum)

Dragon Ball Fighter Z ($1K pot minimum)

Mortal Kombat 11 ($1K pot minimum)

Vampire Savior ($250 pot minimum)*

Under Night In Birth Exe: Late [st]

Fortnite 1v1 ($500 pot minimum)

Capcom vs SNK 2 ($250 pot minimum)*

Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike (2K pot minimum)*

Smash Brothers Melee

Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3

Tekken 7 ($1K pot minimum)

Street Fighter Alpha 2 ($250 pot minimum)*

Guilty Gear Xrd REV2

For Honor

Virtua Fighter 5 ($250 pot minimum)*

Ultra Street Fighter IV

Pokken Tournament DX

Marvel vs. Capcom 2 ($250 pot minimum)*

Soul Calibur VI ($500 pot minimum)

Super Street Fighter II Turbo ($250 pot minimum)*

BLazBlue Cross Tag Battle

Overwatch 6v6

*Free Entry and Crowdfunded via Matcherino

Competitor Pass
Players who wish to compete in ANY of the official tournaments must have a Competitor Pass. Prices will go up as the date gets closer to the event. So don’t wait! Click here to purchase your Competitor Pass today! you will also gain access to the event for all 3 days

$35.00 USD (December 1st, 2018 – January 18th, 2019)
$40.00 USD (January 19th – March 28th)
$50.00 USD (March 29th – June 1st)
$60.00 USD (June 1st – July 12th)
$75.00 USD (On-Site Registration ONLY on July 19th)

Spectator Pass
Attending DTN as a fan? Curious to see what FGC tourneys are like? Get a Spectator pass which includes access to all our games (including the 24 hour BYOC and Arcade Rooms) for casual play! Spectators can also enter community-run side events! Visit our Eventbrite page to get your Spectator Pass today!

$50.00 USD