Evo 2024 Competitors: By the Numbers

Now that the dust has settled, we’re ready to give you a comprehensive breakdown of the numbers for this year’s event! Let’s dig into some of the registration stats including individual game counts, country and regional data, and entrant crossover between the eight titles in Evo’s lineup.

Evo 2024 Breaks Record for Unique Competitors at an Esport Event

History was made when sign-ups for the featured titles at Evo 2024 closed this past Monday, June 24. Last year, the event brought in a total of 9,221 unique competitors between the games in the main lineup, breaking multiple all-time registration records in the process. This year's event has officially surpassed 10,000 unique competitors, making it the largest tournament, not just in Evo history, but for all of esports.

Kizik Creates Custom Shoe for Evo 2024

We’re pleased to announce that Kizik, the groundbreaking hands-free footwear company, is returning as an event partner for Evo 2024. Last year, the shoe brand brought its patented hands-free technology to Las Vegas with a limited run of custom Evo Athens sneakers. Now they’re back with an updated design. This time, the exclusive Evo-branded Kiziks are available to everyone.

Everything About the Evo 2024 Cosplay Contest

All the news, updates, and information you need for the Cosplay Contest at Evo 2024

Evo 2024 Checklist

Are you planning on attending Evo 2024? We are excited to have you join us to celebrate the FGC on July 19-21. Here’s a quick checklist of things to take care of beforehand to maximize your experience with us this summer.

Community Spotlight - LA GEMA

Evo spoke with LA GEMA co-founder Pablo Montero about the event's origins and how it has created a platform to elevate players in Latin America.

Evo Japan 2024 Top 6 Recap - Street Fighter 6

Street Fighter 6 made its first appearance at Evo Japan. With over 5,000 competitors, the Top 6 players proved their excellence among the best players worldwide. Here's your recap of every epic moment of the fantastic Top 6.

Evo Japan 2024 Top 6 Recap - TEKKEN 8

Evo Japan 2024 was the first Master+ Event in the TEKKEN World Tour 2024. We've got the highlights from every set for you to relive each jaw-dropping moment!

Evo Japan 2024 Top 6 Recap - Guilty Gear -Strive-

Guilty Gear -Strive returns for its second Evo Japan appearance and fourth Evo event. Here are the highlights for every breathtaking moment of this unforgettable Guilty Gear -Strive Finals!

Evo Japan 2024 Top 6 Recap - Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising

Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising makes history with its first appearance at Evo Japan as a main title. We have the highlights for every moment of this nail-biting Top 6 competition.

Evo Japan 2024 Top 6 Recap - Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike

We’ve got the highlights from the first-ever Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike tournament at Evo Japan.

Evo Japan 2024 Top 6 Recap - THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV

Evo Japan continues with its second day of exhilarating competition, starting with the Top 6 for THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV. We’ve got the highlights for every set here so you can get filled in on the action as the Top 6 Players Shatter All Expectations!

Evo Japan 2024 Top 6 Results - UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes

The first Evo Japan 2024 Champion was crowned after an electrifying UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes Top 6. Relive every moment in our tournament recap!

Everything You Can Experience on the Show Floor at Evo Japan 2024

Evo Japan 2024 is taking place this weekend, and there will be a ton of different events and activities all weekend long that will set this year’s event apart from Evo Japans of the past. If you’re attending the event in person, we put together a list of some of the things you can expect to find and do on the show floor this year!

Zenni Brings Frame Perfect Vision to Evo 2024 in New Partnership

We are excited to announce that Zenni is the Official Eyewear of Evo 2024! Thanks to Zenni’s support, we can bring even more exciting experiences to this year’s event in Las Vegas. Together, we will educate the FGC about the importance of eye health.

Community Spotlight - Lord Knight Masters Invitational

Evo spoke to Lord Knight about his invitational event, career, and goals for sharing the spotlight with other creators to create a stronger, more visible community.

Community Spotlight - CurlyW

Evo had the privilege of speaking with CurlyW, exploring the origins of her passion for bracketing and her vision of leaving a lasting impact on tournament organizers to support players in the future.‍

Community Spotlight - Climax of Night

We spoke to Shinobi! about his experience building up the MELTY BLOOD community, founding the French-Bread dedicated Climax of Night tournament series in 2018, and his dream of communities of smaller titles feeling encouraged enough from his success to create events of their own.

Evo Spotlight: Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Soars Higher Than Ever Before

Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising has officially launched on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC! This latest entry in the Granblue Fantasy series takes the skyfaring crew from the Grandcypher to new heights with enhanced gameplay mechanics and online functionality with rollback netcode and crossplay. It also features revamped visuals, four additional characters with more on the way, new ways to play with the fun and frantic Grand Bruise! game modes, character progression unlocks, and daily challenges.

Community Spotlight - Sajam TEKKEN Slam

Sajam TEKKEN Slam Welcomed Creators of All Kinds to Experience the Thrill of Fighting Games

Capcom Cup X Culminated Peak Competition for the First Year of Street Fighter 6

Capcom Cup X concluded after bringing together 48 of the best players out of thousands of competitors in the Capcom Pro Tour to see who would make it on top.

Community Spotlight - Tatakai Tuesday

We spoke with the event founder, Andrew “Jiyuna” Fidelis, about his inspirations for the event, the transition from arcades to consoles, his new life with parenthood, and establishing a legacy for others to keep the spirit of Tatakai Tuesday going.

Capcom Cup X LCQ Brought Fierce Competition From Every Era and Corner of the Globe.

While Capcom Cup X reached its epic conclusion on February 25, 2024, the competition during the Capcom Pro Tour 2023 Last Chance Qualifier deserves special recognition.

Community Spotlight - Juicy Game Night

We spoke with Juicy Game Night President Alex “Duelist” Pesante about the event’s philanthropic origins, its journey in finding a venue, and how it has grown to support its community throughout Florida.

Community Spotlight - Sherry "Sherryjenix" Nhan Talks eFight Pass

We spoke with the founder of eFight Pass, Sherry "Sherryjenix" Nhan, about the program, its history, and where it hopes to go next.

The Arslan Ash Story: How One Player Established a TEKKEN 7 Legacy

What does it take to be considered the best at a fighting game? For TEKKEN 7, the answer wasn't entirely clear, but the conversation typically revolved around players from Japan and Korea. However, in 2018, a young player from Pakistan aimed to change the narrative and establish a new legacy in TEKKEN 7. And that player's name was Arslan Ash.

Community Spotlight - Texas Showdown

We spoke with TXS co-founder Javier "Javi" Moreno about its history, what it was like to see the FGC grow from arcades to arenas, and the importance of guiding the next generation of the FGC to take these events into the future.

Evo 2024 Presented by Chipotle Attendee Experience Revealed During Announcement Show

Community Spotlight - Vexanie

We spoke to award-winning esports photographer Stephanie “Vexanie” Lindgren about her career and the responsibility she holds as she captures players and the stories they create competing in the games they love.

Community Spotlight - Casa

We sat down with David Bunch, creator of the New England-based event-organizing group Casa. We learned about the organization’s origins, what it does to set itself apart, and the challenge and opportunity it is to get online-only players to attend their first in-person event.

Evo Spotlight: UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes Empowers Players to Perfect their Skills with Numerous Helpful Features

UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes releases on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC at 3 PM PT today, January 23, 2024! To help kickstart your time with UNI2, we highlight the new characters and the essential features the game uses to empower players to learn, grow, and feel confident in competition.

Community Spotlight - The Can Opener Series Blends Old-School and New-School Fighting Game Philosophies in a Weekly Online Event

We continue our Community Spotlights with the Can Opener Series, a weekly online event hosted by Evo 2007 Marvel vs. Capcom 2 Champion Michael "Yipes" Mendoza and longtime friend and fellow commentator Francis "Lee Chung" Lee Chong.

Community Spotlight - Tong Lee and How Tampa Never Sleeps Fosters a Global Community

To say that Tong Lee is a pillar of the FGC is an understatement. Since running his first local in 2008, he has held numerous positions and earned various accolades. Tong is a product manager at DreamHack, an event organizer at CEO Gaming, a producer at LVL UP EXPO, Frosty Faustings, COMBO BREAKER, and Evo, alongside a recent Cannon Award winner. While doing all this, he manages the largest online fighting game series worldwide, an event he founded, Tampa Never Sleeps, aka TNS.

Evo Indie Spotlight - MechaGhidora Answers Our Questions About KnockOff, Their Childhood Dream Game Brought to Life

Indie developer MechaGhidora has set out to bring their childhood dreams to life. KnockOff is the culmination of their efforts, answering the question many likely asked while reenacting battles between favorite action figures in their youth, “Who do you think would win in a fight…?” Hear from the developers themselves and get an inside look at how KnockOff came to be and how to help the team during these pivotal moments in early development.

Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Launches with an Exclusive Message from Director Fukuhara-san

Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising is here! Early-access players will be able to soar into the exciting sequel today, December 11, 2023, with the full release set for December 14, 2023. We’ve got an exclusive video message from Fukuhara-san, Director of Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising, to share with players and fans jumping into the game, including a reminder to tune in to Granblue Fantasy Fes 2023 on December 23, 2023, to see the unveiling of the first DLC character!

Fighting Game Announcements at The Game Awards 2023

The Game Awards 2023 celebrated the past year of video game excellence while looking at the industry's future. From the exciting games and announcements to the devoted developers and creators, The Game Awards gave us plenty to be excited about. While we’d love to highlight every moment, let’s look at all the fighting game announcements and updates shared at the show.

Evo Japan 2024 Registration is Now Open

Registration for Evo Japan 2024 is now open! We’ve got new details on the game lineup, registration changes, and more. Let’s dive in!

Evo 2023 Nominated Best Esports Event by The Game Awards 2023

Evo has been nominated for Best Esports Event for the second consecutive year by The Game Awards! It is an honor to be among the incredible events nominated this year. We thank everyone who attended Evo 2023 and supported us at the event or online. Evo shares this nomination with the FGC as a whole, and your passion and dedication have shone through to represent the best of us among the gaming community at large.

Evo TEKKEN 8 Showcase Recap

Get all the details from the Evo TEKKEN 8 Showcase!

Evo TEKKEN 8 Showcase Player Preview

The Evo TEKKEN 8 Showcase brings together seven of the most storied TEKKEN 7 players worldwide. Together, they will kickstart the competition for the latest entry in the series, giving players and fans a glimpse of what to expect of high-level play when TEKKEN 8 launches on January 26, 2024. As we prepare for the excitement tomorrow, join us as we look back at the impact and achievements of these players on their road to becoming champions through to today.

Global Tour Recap - 11-3/5-2023

We had another phenomenal weekend of exciting tournaments around the world. Between the Capcom Pro Tour Offline Premier in France and the TEKKEN World Tour, DRAGON BALL FighterZ World Tour, and SNK World Championship at Thaiger Uppercut, there’s no shortage of action to revisit. Take a tour through last weekend’s events and get the latest info on what’s next on their path.

Announcing the Evo TEKKEN 8 Showcase

Celebrate the legacy of TEKKEN 7 with an Evo Champion-filled TEKKEN 8 exhibition alongside the reveal of the final launch character, an in-depth TEKKEN Talk, and more!

Global Tour Recap - 10-20/22-2023

Last weekend was a BIG one for FGC competitive circuits. Mortal Kombat 1 Pro Kompetition joined the fray of the global tournaments, and the DRAGON BALL FighterZ World Tour and Capcom Pro Tour are nearing the end of their cycles. We’ve got the final standings, leaderboard totals, and upcoming stops here for you! Let’s dive in.

See You Next Year at Evo 2024!

It has been a minute since we talked about what’s coming up for Evo. While most of our plans will have to stay under wraps for now, we wanted to share what we can so you have plenty of time to prepare for Evo 2024. Let’s keep the hype cooking until we really get things going with a roaring start in January.

Evo 2023 Indie Spotlight

Take a stroll through the indie titles we featured at Evo 2023. Watch their trailers and check out the developers on social media. If you find something you like, consider picking it up or supporting the developers however you can.

Hinako Shijo Completes THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV Season 2 DLC Roadmap

KOF fans, the wait is finally over! The last character in THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV Season 2 has been unveiled! Hinako Shijo will close out the roadmap later this winter!

Mortal Kombat 1 Pro Kompetition 2023/2024 Announced

Ready to take your MK skills to the next level? The latest details for Mortal Kombat 1 Pro Kompetition 2023/2024 have emerged! The circuit begins on October 20, 2023, at East Coast Throwdown.

Thunderstruck 2023 - DRAGON BALL FighterZ World Tour 2023/2024 POWER Event

The latest stop on the DRAGON BALL FighterZ World Tour 2023/2024 was Thunderstruck in San Nicolás de los Garza, N.L., México. With this next POWER event, we got another opportunity to witness top talent go head to head for another DRAGON BALL FighterZ World Tour trophy. The winner also earned a spot in the Finals against the six other offline qualifiers and the Top 4 players on the global leaderboard. Who made it out on top at Thunderstruck? We’ve got the latest standings, the DBFZ World Tour, and where it’s headed next!

REV MAJOR 2023 - DRAGON BAL FighterZ World Tour 2023/2024 POWER Event

REV MAJOR in Manila, Philippines, held three incredible circuit tournaments, including a DRAGON BALL FighterZ World Tour 2023/2024 POWER Event. We are halfway through the circuit, and the competition is getting even more fierce! We've got the latest standings for REV MAJOR 2023, the DBFZ World Tour, and the roadmap for where it's headed next.

REV MAJOR 2023 - Arc World Tour Qualifier Tournament

REV MAJOR 2023 in Manila, Philippines, had three major circuit events from September 30 to October 1, 2023, including an Arc World Tour 2023 Qualifier Tournament. We are in the final quarter of the competition, with only a handful of events left. Catch the latest standings for REV MAJOR, the Arc World Tour, and see where it’s headed next!

REV MAJOR 2023 - TEKKEN World Tour Master Event

REV MAJOR 2023 held three significant circuit tournaments, including a Master Event for TEKKEN World Tour. The TWT is nearing the end of the circuit, and players are pulling out all the stops to make their mark on TEKKEN history. Check out the latest standings for REV MAJOR, TWT 2023, with a roadmap of the final events in the circuit!

Arc World Tour 2023 Double-Feature Weekend with ARCREVO Japan and CEOtaku

Talk about a global circuit! Arc World Tour held two major Guilty Gear -Strive- tournaments on the same weekend on two continents! ARCREVO Japan and CEOtaku gave us two times the hype between September 22-24, 2023. 

Evo Indie Spotlight - Pocket Bravery Forges a Fresh Experience in a Retro-inspired Package

If you were at Evo 2023, you might have checked out an early look at the phenomenal retro-inspired indie fighter Pocket Bravery. Evo is proud to offer a platform for indie developers to show off their games and their passion to the world. Statera Studio combines their love for the classics with their own identity, creating a game that is more than a homage to the nostalgic era of fighting games.

The Complete Evo 2023 Recap

While Evo 2023 might be over, the epic moments and lasting memories will live through us. Whether you joined us in person, on stream, or are checking out the event for the first time, we are glad to have you here to live it all again. Let’s guide you through Evo 2023’s competitions, announcements, and celebrations of the FGC.

Capcom Pro Tour 2023 - Online Premier Roundup - August

While Evo 2023 might have launched the offline premiers in Capcom Pro Tour 2023, the online premiers have been going strong all month. Competitions in Oceania, Central America West, and the United States/Canada West have already concluded. These major online competitions showed the best players within their respective regions. Let’s catch you up on the current qualifiers and give you an overview of the rest of the Capcom Pro Tour.

Evo 2023 Community Showcase Results

The Evo 2023 Community Showcase featured 18 games and 837 competitors. These titles represent various moments throughout FGC history, from the beginning of competitive gaming to more recent titles still being supported. The players' and volunteers' passion and devotion make events like this possible, and we are grateful for everyone’s support. Join us as we look back and recognize the Top 6 competitors for each title.

TEKKEN World Tour 2023 at VS Fighting XI

This past weekend was full of action for the TEKKEN World Tour 2023 as VSFighting XI took place in the United Kingdom. With none of the top 4 finishers at Evo 2023 in attendance, the event was a great opportunity for some new faces to earn some points and climb up the tour’s leaderboard. Let’s break down the results from VS Fighting XI and see how they affect the TWT standings heading into the tour’s final two Master Events.

Arc World Tour 2023 at VSFighting XI

Evo 2023 was the fourth stop on Arc World Tour 2023 for Guilty Gear -Strive- competitors. TSM | Leffen took the victory and earned the Evo Championship. On August 18 - 20, 2023, players competed at VSFighting XI to take the next qualifying spot in the Arc World Tour Finals.

DRAGON BALL FighterZ World Tour 2023-2024 at VSFighting XI

Evo 2023 kicked off DRAGON BALL FighterZ World Tour 2023-2024 as the only Power+ event. HIKARI earned the first win and trophy in the tour, along with an Evo Championship. VSFighting XI in Birmingham, United Kingdom, was the next stop on the DBFZ World Tour and saw a familiar face from Evo 2023 take the second DRAGON BALL trophy and victory.

Evo 2023 Top 6 Results - Street Fighter 6

The Top 6 for Street Fighter 6 is significant for many reasons. It is the largest tournament in Street Fighter and Evo, with 7,031 players. Evo 2023 is also the first Offline Premiere Event in Capcom Pro Tour 2023. History was made tonight, and it is all because of you, the players, the volunteers, and the viewers who made this happen.

Evo 2023 Top 6 Results - Guilty Gear -Strive-

ARC WORLD TOUR 2023 has been well underway, launching with Headstomper in Malmo, Sweden, and Battle Arena Melbourne in Melbourne, Australia, on June 9-11, 2023. Brussels Challenge Major Edition kept the action going on July 14-16, 2023. It is time for Evo 2023 to shake up the circuit as another massive opportunity for players to impact their overall standings.

Evo 2023 Top 6 Results - TEKKEN 7

The TEKKEN World Tour reached its MASTER+ event this weekend at Evo 2023. The stakes are at an all-time high, with massive point gains up for grabs. The Top 6 was stacked with players representing countries from around the world. Who took the TEKKEN 7 Evo 2023 Champion title and made the largest moves in the TWT? We’ve got the highlights!

Evo 2023 Top 6 Results - Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3

It has been 12 years since the release of Marvel vs. Capcom 3 and six years since Evo featured the title, and the community has not dropped a beat. Over all of these years, the passion of the players has thrived. Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 launches our Throwback Tournament program, and we couldn’t be more excited to see how players came together to show up to celebrate the title.

Evo 2023 - Arena Finals Live Updates

Evo 2023 Day 2 kept the hype going with incredible tournaments and exciting reveals. Through every triumph and upset, we’ve finally reached the Arena Finals. Join us as we share the latest updates throughout the day and end Evo 2023 with the ultimate fighting game player experience.

Evo 2023 Top 6 Results - DRAGON BALL FighterZ

DRAGON BALL FighterZ returns to the Evo stage for its fourth time, and the community’s passion has never been stronger. Evo 2023 is the first stop for the DRAGON BALL FighterZ World Tour and the only Power+ event. Our Top 6 players will start the tour with a massive power boost. Who made it out as the strongest DRAGON BALL FighterZ player in the universe? Let’s find out!

Evo 2023 Top 6 Results - THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV

THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV is back for its second year at Evo! The international support for the game has been massive, and the players have shown up to demonstrate their dominance in the title. The dynamic duo Hellpockets and Colt MX put on a phenomenal show. Whether you caught it live or are watching the recording, you’re in for a treat.

Aether Studios Reveals Maypul for Rivals 2 at Evo 2023

During the Indie Showcase on Friday at Evo 2023, Dan Fornace, the Studio Lead at Aether Studios, took to the stage to talk about their upcoming title, Rivals 2. The game, which is scheduled to launch in 2024, has already revealed five of the Rivals that will be in the base roster when the game launches: Zetterburn, Wrastor, Ranno, and Kragg, who are all returning from the studio’s original game, Rivals of Aether; and a new original character to Rivals 2, Fleet. As part of their Evo presentation, Dan unveiled the latest character coming back from Rivals of Aether: Maypul!

Evo 2023 Top 6 Results - MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA

MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA returned to Evo 2023 after an incredible showing at Evo 2022. Last year’s Evo Champ, Jing, returned to this year’s Top 6, making them the player to beat to earn the Evo 2023 title and trophy. Did history repeat itself, or did a new Evo Champion emerge? You’re about to find out!

Evo 2023 - Day 2 Live Updates

What an explosive Day 1 to Evo 2023! We hope you’re ready for another action-packed day of fighting game goodness. We’ve got the Top 6 tournaments for MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA, THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV, and DRAGON BALL FighterZ. We also have the Finals of the Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising preview tournament on the main stage! 

Evo 2023 Top 6 Results - Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate

Day 1 of Evo 2023 has come to a close, and with it, we sent off Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate with an unforgettable finish. For one last time, the best MK11 players fought to prove they had what it takes to be the final reigning Evo champion in the title. Here are your final standings.

Evo 2023 - Day 1 Live Updates

The first day of Evo 2023 is here! Between the Friday Showcase and all the matches, it will be a full day of announcements and updates! Check back on this article throughout the day for the latest news!

AT&T Connects Evo to Viewers at Home Like Never Before

AT&T is kickstarting a new way to experience Evo 2023 from home. Through roaming reporter interviews, Evo Connections Presented by AT&T will bring the convention directly to our fans with first-hand accounts of the show floor. We are grateful for AT&T’s support and can’t wait to get this event started.

The Evo 2023 Community Showcase Schedule Has Arrived

The schedule for the Community Showcase is here! For those watching from home, this is your definitive spot for when and where to watch the 18 community tournaments on stream. Thank you to everyone on the Community Showcase staff for putting together this phenomenal display of passion and dedication for games throughout FGC history!

Kizik Kicks It Up a Notch at Evo 2023

The revolutionary hands-free footwear brand, Kizik, is headed to Evo in stride! We are pumped to have them as a sponsor for Evo 2023. On top of supporting the event, they will provide a few lucky winners with exclusive Evo-styled Kiziks!

Evo 2023 Artist Alley Info and Vendor List

Looking to pick up some sweet prints and merchandise from your favorite artists on your trip to Las Vegas this weekend? Evo 2023 week is here, so we thought we’d give you a rundown of all the artists, vendors, and content creators who will have booths in our artist alley this year!

Play Project L for the First Time at Evo 2023

We are just as hype as you are! Project L by Riot Games will be playable publicly for the first time at Evo 2023! The demo will feature the four champions Darius, Ekko, Ahri, and one yet-to-be-revealed fighter! No separate sign-up is required!

Get the Latest Updates on TEKKEN World Tour 2023 With These Fighters Showdown Highlights

Last weekend, TEKKEN World Tour 2023 launched its next Master Event at Fighters Showdown in Dehli, India. With it, we got an epic competition between 208 players, bringing significant movement within the tour leaderboard. Here are the highlights for the latest stop in the TWT!

Chipotle Levels Up the Player Experience at Evo 2023 with Additional Prizing & Community Lounge Area

With Evo 2023 approaching, fighting game fans and burrito enthusiasts alike have reason to celebrate. Thanks to the support of our presenting sponsor, Chipotle, this year’s event promises to be bigger, bolder, and more flavorful than ever before. As we prepare to come together in Las Vegas on August 4 - 6, we thought we’d wrap up all the things Chipotle is doing to elevate both the competitor and spectator experience in one place.

Evo 2023 Program Guide

Evo 2023 is just around the corner, and there’s a lot of information we want to share before we see you in Las Vegas! We put together this collection of articles to serve as a guide on everything that’s going on at the event. We will be updating this page as we release more announcements, so be sure to bookmark it and check back often for updates!

Evo 2023 Prizing Information and Payout Structure

The thrill of competition. The joy of celebrating your favorite fighting games with thousands of like-minded people. The opportunity to face off against the best in the world for a chance to join the exclusive pantheon of Evo champions. For many, these are what motivate them to put in countless hours preparing for their brackets and keep them coming back to tournament after tournament. That said, taking home a sizable cut of the prize pool doesn’t hurt, either. With Evo 2023 less than two weeks away, we wanted to give an in-depth breakdown of the prizing and payout structure for the event.

Everything You Can Experience at Evo 2023

Evo 2023 is almost here! Whether you are coming to compete or to enjoy all the festivities, it is great to have you with us. Now that we are closer to launch day, we can pull back the curtain on everything you can do at Evo 2023.

A First-Timer’s Guide to Help Plan Your Trip to Evo

Is this your first time traveling to Evo or a fighting game major in general? If so, here are a few things that can make a huge difference in your attendee experience.

Check Out the Schedule for Evo 2023, Including Everything Coming to the Friday Showcase!

The Evo 2023 schedule is HERE! Discover when and where to watch every moment of Evo 2023. Let’s dive in!

Everything You Need to Know About Evo 2023's Cosplay Contest

Show us your passion for fighting games at Evo's 2023 cosplay contest! Our contest is open to all characters that appear in fighting games (please see rules below for details) and all skill levels. Craftsmanship and accuracy are highly valued in our contest, but are not the only ways to make yourself stand out! Did you utilize a unique and interesting construction technique? Do you love getting into character? Show us how your character inspired you. (Or simply show us your costume– there is no pressure to perform!)

Evo 2023 Kicks Off the Capcom Pro Tour

Street Fighter 6 is the largest tournament in Evo history, but also the first step in the Capcom Pro Tour and the $1 million grand prize! What does the road of a World Warrior look like? Let's give you the tour.

Evo 2023 Breaks Multiple All-time Registration Records

Expectations were shattered last Sunday night as competitor registration for Evo 2023 came to a close. Two weeks ago, the event’s Street Fighter 6 bracket became the largest open-bracket fighting game tournament in Evo history, surpassing the record of 5,107 previously held by Street Fighter V’s debut at Evo 2016. Several other games followed suit, setting new franchise registration records in the final days of sign-ups. Now that the numbers are finalized, we can confirm that Evo 2023 will officially have the most bracket competitors ever at an Evo event. With that said, let’s take a closer look at some of the statistics behind the registration numbers for the tournament.

Crunchyroll is Bringing the Ultimate Anime Experience to the Biggest Evo Ever

With Evo 2023 being a massive, multi-record-breaking tournament, we had to get an equally omega-sized convention experience to go with it. This year, there will be more to do at Evo than ever, thanks to our collaboration with Crunchyroll! Throughout the event, attendees can check out hit anime, listen to incredible DJ performances, play the latest games from Crunchyroll, like Street FighterTM: Duel, see special guest appearances, and more.

The Latest Mortal Kombat 1 Kombat Kast Unveils Smoke, Rain, New Kameo Fighters and More

During the latest Kombat Kast for Mortal Kombat 1, NetherRealm Studios unveiled an action-packed trailer that dives into the reinvented story of the Lin Kuei. We also get our first look at playable characters Smoke and Rain alongside a new batch of Kameo Fighters. The hype train for the latest entry in the Mortal Kombat franchise kontinues full steam ahead.

Join us at Evo 2023 to Kick Off the Dragon Ball FighterZ World Tour!

‍Dragon Ball FighterZ players, we hope you’ve been training at 100x gravity because the ultimate battle is about to begin, and it all starts at Evo 2023! The Dragon Ball FighterZ World Tour is back for another year of phenomenal action-packed competition. You don’t need to use the Dragon Balls to learn more; we’ve got you covered!

A Character Guide for Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 Newcomers

Are you familiar with Marvel comics, movies, and TV shows but new to the world of Marvel vs. Capcom? Learn about Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 and ten popular characters from its roster!

Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom's Memorable Evo Moments

Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3 has had so many incredible moments on the Evo stage, we had a hard time figuring out which ones stood out the most. So we had to ask the community for some of their favorites.

A Brief History of Marvel vs Capcom at Evo

The Marvel vs Capcom franchise has been a deep and storied part of Evo’s history and the FGC as a whole. Let’s dive into the franchise’s roots at Evolution and how it was brought back as our first throwback tournament. 

Evo 2023 Arena Finals Tickets Available Now

Picture this: It’s Evo Championship Sunday. As you walk through the entrance to the arena, you’re greeted by a sea of nearly 10,000 fellow fighting game enthusiasts in the crowd. The venue is buzzing with anticipation as the stage is set for the first featured game. Thousands of players spent the weekend competing in their games of choice for a chance to make it to the big stage. Now, six of the strongest competitors for each of the four Sunday titles are gearing up to make their run at the championship. You find a seat as the lights come down and all eyes turn to the screens in the center of the arena. It’s time.

TEKKEN World Tour Leaderboard Sees Exciting Movement After CEO 2023

Last weekend, Community Effort Orlando hosted its 13th annual event in Daytona Beach, Florida. CEO 2023 was a Master tier event on the TEKKEN World Tour 2023, and over 300 players competed in the TEKKEN 7 bracket for a chance to claim some highly sought-after points on the tour’s global leaderboard. Here are some of the major highlights from the event and how it impacted the TWT standings.

Show Off Your Title at the Evo 2023 Indie Fighting Game Showcase!

Are you an indie fighting game developer hard at work on your latest project? Evo wants to give you the opportunity to share your title during our Friday Showcase! There are a lot of incredibly talented developers out there who are just looking for that big opportunity to get their game known. Here’s your chance!

Get the Latest Info on the Evo 2023 Community Showcase, Free-play Consoles, and BYOC

Looking for more ways to play at Evo 2023? We’ve got you covered! Attendees can keep their games going after their tournament pools with the Community Showcase, Free Play Console Area, and BYOC.

KNEE Soars to Second on TEKKEN World Tour 2023 Leaderboard After Win at Battle Arena Melbourne 13

Australia’s largest fighting game major, Battle Arena Melbourne, hosted its 13th installment on June 9 - 11, 2023. With GS| RB Arslan Ash — the COMBO BREAKER 2023 winner and current TEKKEN World Tour 2023 point leader — absent from the Tekken 7 bracket, the stage was set for a new champion to emerge at Melbourne’s Master tier event.

Mortal Kombat 1 - First-Impression Roundup

So far, the Mortal Kombat 1 impressions have been overwhelmingly positive, but don’t just take our word for it, hear it from the community!

Mortal Kombat 1 Gets First Gameplay Trailer at Summer Game Fest 2023

The first gameplay trailer for Mortal Kombat 1 is here! The next leap forward for the long-running franchise continues to push the envelope, creating incredibly lifelike visuals that blur the lines between gameplay and cinematic. Let’s dive into the trailer and the extra info NetherRealm Studios shared during Summer Game Fest 2023!

Mortal Kombat 1 Playable at Evo 2023!

Mortal Kombat 1 will be playable publicly for the first time at Evo 2023!