While we're putting the finishing touches on our tournament rules for AVCon 2010, the Video Game committee would like to let our avid console gamers know when their anticipated tournament will be held. This is only a list of what days and what times each console tournament is on. PC game tournaments are to be announced.
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Tournaments at AVCon 2010: Tournament scheduleWhile we're putting the finishing touches on our tournament rules for AVCon 2010, the Video Game committee would like to let our avid console gamers know when their anticipated tournament will be held. Keep in mind, this is only a list of what days what console tournament is on, times will be posted when the official schedule is released. PC game tournaments are to be announced. Click read more for the full list.
Saturday * BlazBlue: Continuum Shift (JP Version) (Playstation 3) - 10:30am to 1pm
* Tekken 6 (Playstation 3) - 11am to 3pm
* Mario Kart DS (Nintendo DS) - 11:30am to TBA*
* Halo 3 (Xbox 360) - 12:30pm to 4:30pm
* Tatsunoko vs Capcom (Nintendo Wii) - 1pm to 3:30pm
* Super Smash Bros Brawl (Singles) (Nintendo Wii) - 3:30pm to 6:30pm
* A finishing time for Mario Kart DS will be posted within the next few days.
Sunday * FIFA 10 (Xbox 360) - 11:30am to 4:30pm
* Super Smash Bros Brawl (Teams) (Nintendo Wii) - 11:30am to 2:30pm
* Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (MA15+ Age Restricted) (Xbox 360) - 12:00pm to TBA*
* Pokemon (Nintendo DS & Wii) - 1:30pm to 5:30pm
* Super Street Fighter IV (Playstation 3) - 2pm to 7pm
* Mario Kart Wii (Nintendo Wii) - 2:30pm to 6pm
* A finishing time for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 will be posted within the next few days.
Other notes * All tournaments are free to enter.
* There may be delays and time extensions with tournaments on the day.
* All times are accurate to the date of posting. Any changes or updates to these times will be posted as they happen.
* Tournament registration will open at least an hour before a tournament starts. With the exception of tournaments starting at the beginning of the day. Early tournaments will have registration open once doors open. Please refer to the map within the booklet included in the AVCon show bag on the day in regards to the location of the Tournaments Registration booth.
* Team-based tournaments will have a singles pool for matchmaking players who don't have a pre-made team.
* Custom peripherals, such as Arcade Sticks and Control Pads are allowed, we encourage players to bring their own if they don't play with the default Control Pads and setting. Peripherals with auto-fire and other game enhancing functions will be rejected. Please refer to tournament rules for the final say on peripherals, these will be released shortly.
* Wireless Control Pads and Arcade Sticks will be rejected, this is to lower the chance of game-stopping drop outs and signal interference.
* Only Official Retail DS game cards will be accepted in Nintendo DS tournaments.
* PC tournament scheduling and rules will be posted in the near future.
* Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is an MA15+ tournament, due to the graphic nature of this game, an age check will be in place where it is being held.
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Tournaments at AVCon 2010: PC LAN Tournament scheduleWith tournament rules for AVCon 2010 being rolled out at a steady pace on the forum, the Video Game committee would like to let our hardened PC LAN gamers know the schedule over the weekend for tournaments. After the cut, you'll find a list of each PC LAN tournament, the day they are on and at what time.
Saturday * Star Craft - 11:00am to 2:00pm
* Team Fortress 2 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm
* Quake 3 : 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Sunday * Defense of the Ancients - 11:00am to 2:00pm
* Counter Strike: Source - 1:00pm to 4:00pm
* Left 4 Dead 2 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Other notes * All tournaments are free to enter.
* There may be delays and time extensions with tournaments on the day.
* All times are accurate to the date of posting. Any changes or updates to these times will be posted as they happen.
* PC LAN Tournament registration will be open through out the day at the PC LAN area and will close for each tournament as the final matches of the first rounds are wrapping up. With the exception of tournaments starting at the beginning of the day. Early tournaments will have registration open once doors open. Please refer to the map within the booklet included in the AVCon show bag on the day in regards to the location of the PC LAN area and if you're lost, come chat to us at the Tournaments Registration booth where we can help you get to where you need to be.
* Team-based tournaments will have a singles pool for matchmaking players who don't have a pre-made team.
* All LAN PCs are pre-provided, we do not accept personal computers or laptops due to safety requirements.
* This area is an MA15+, due to the graphic nature of the games in this area, an age check will be in place.
* For further questions and discussion, please refer to the AVCon 2010 tournaments thread on our forum.
Console Tournament update!Below you will find confirmed times for Modern Warfare 2 and Mario Kart DS.
* Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 - Sunday 12:00pm to 4:00pm
* Mario Kart DS - 11:30am to 2:00pm
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Tournaments at AVCon 2010: Weekly Announcement #1As if you weren't already excited about AVCon, here's the hot-off-the-press first announcement of tournaments that are scheduled to be held on at the convention this year. So charge your batteries, dust off your fight sticks and stretch those trigger fingers!
Super Street Fighter IV (PS3)Only 3 months old by the time AVCon rolls around, this will be the first chance for many to see Super Street Fighter IV. Hardcore players from around the country are expected to make this one of our hardest-fought tournaments ever. Be sure to get in early to secure your entry on the day!
Super Smash Bros. Brawl (Wii)The famous 256-person Smash tournament is back, and might even run on time! (we're not promising anything). Not forgetting team players; the illustrious pairs tournament is on again, so get in quick to get a spot!
Tekken 6 (PS3)The King of the Iron Fist tournament is back for the HD generation! We just missed out last year, so we're making up for it this time. Tekken 6 will most definitely be juggling it's way onto the busy AVCon schedule this year!
Halo 3 (Xbox 360)Slated to be our largest Halo tournament ever. Halo 3 continues to be one of our most prestigious team play tournaments at the convention. With up to 64 teams fighting it out for the top spot, who has what it takes to be the true Master Chief?
Mario Kart Wii (Wii)This wildly successful game makes its triumphant return for the third year in a row. With a variety of items and a slew of tracks, Mario Kart Wii proves a challenge for pro and first timers alike. Rev your engines! It’s 150cc of action for Kart riders and Motorcyclists alike.
Pokémon (DS)Bring your best team along for our massive Pokémon tournament. Do you have what it takes to be a Pokémon Master? Or will you blast off like Team Rocket?
Check back next week for more updates from the AVCon Video Games committee including more tournaments!. Tournament rules & scheduled days will be released in the near future, so keep checking the tournaments page for details, and stay tuned here for more tournaments!
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Tournaments at AVCon 2010: Weekly Announcement #2
Hot on the heels of last week’s announcement, we’re pumped to bring our fans a brand new update on game tournaments at AVCon 2010! This announcement tackles the PC side of gaming at AVCon. Working in conjunction with StreetGeek, AVCon is proud to announce the following titles!
Team Fortress 2Dust off your hats, it’s time to pull out the mini-crits and battle to be the best team. We are glad to bring back Team Fortress 2 for its second year. The big question is whether we can beat the huge number of Cosplayers from last year.
StarCraftReady for a Zerg rush? StarCraft is back in anticipation for the sequel being released in the coming months. Sending hundreds of minions to their deaths in pursuit of ultimate victory, what's not to like?
Left 4 Dead 2Zombies in a forest? It’s more likely than you think. The update to 2008’s biggest zombie apocalypse is ready to survive AVCon.
Check back next week for more updates from the AVCon Video Games committee, we'll be releasing lots more information on tournaments in the near future, including rules. Next week, we'll bring you the second set of console tournaments. See you then!
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Tournaments at AVCon 2010: Weekly Announcement #3It’s that time of week again, time for another AVCon 2010 tournament update. This week, you’ll see our final release of console games for this year. All requests have been debated and researched; here are your final console games!
Modern Warfare 2 (360)Edging in on Halo’s turf, Modern Warfare 2 is here to vie for the title of biggest console shooter. Do you have the skill to co-ordinate a double team?
Mario Kart DS (DS)Proving that it’s not going away anytime soon, Mario Kart DS is back to claim pole position. Sabotage your way to victory this year with a blue shell.
BlazBlue: Continuum Shift (PS3)Arc System Works is soon to release their latest update for BlazBlue during July and AVCon is looking to bring it to you direct from Japan. With three extra characters, your BlazBlue fix will be going into overdrive.
Tatsunoko Vs. Capcom: Ultimate All-Stars (Wii)It’s Marvel Vs. Capcom for anime fans! Duke it out with famous anime characters such as Tekkaman Blade or Joe the Condor in the latest crazy Capcom crossover!
FIFA 10 (360)You’ve been asking for it, here it is. We are proud to bring the beautiful game to AVCon for the first time. So pull up your socks, tie up your boots, pick up your controller and prepare to go for the Cup.
Next week, we'll bring you the second set of PC tournaments.
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Tournaments at AVCon 2010: Weekly Announcement #4After weeks of deliberation, we've finally decided on the final three PC LAN tournaments that will be run by StreetGeek at this year’s AVCon. Check behind the cut for all the juicy details!
Defense of the Ancients
Do you have what it takes to command the scourge or the sentinel in this popular Warcraft 3 mod? Defense of the Ancients will be making a welcomed return this year.
Quake III Arena
The classic death match juggernaut is back to spray nails and rails. Q3A will be making an appearance in the LAN area this year to prove that it's here to stay.
Counter Strike: Source
Terrorists and Counter-Terrorists will be lurking round the woods this year. Do you have the skills to work with your team and a plan of attack?
Keep your eyes peeled as we will be announcing rules and scheduling soon.
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