TOTAL STREAMS
07
GAME RULES
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STREET FIGHTER 6
PlayStation 5 | Bring Your Own Controller
- Double Elimination
- Default settings
- All OPTION settings are default settings except for the following two settings:
- Pause menu on long hold: ON
- Input delay reduction: ON
- 2/3 Rounds per Game
- 2/3 Games per Set
- 3/5 Games for Top 8 finals
- Winner of previous game must keep same character
- Loser of previous game may switch character
- Random stage select (players may opt for an agreed stage*) -*Training Room stage is banned from Tournament Play
- Dynamic control type is banned
- In-battle Accessibility Settings may be turned ON if the Tournament Organizer deems that the setting is physically necessary.
TEKKEN 8
PlayStation 5 | Bring Your Own Controller
- TEKKEN World Tour rules will supersede these rules (in case of any conflicts)
- Double Elimination
- Tournament Mode Default Settings
- 3/5 Rounds per Game
- 2/3 Games per Set
- 3/5 Games for Top 8 finals
- Random stage select for every game.
- Winner of previous game must keep same character
- There will be no customizing of colors, names, or items at any time before or during a tournament match. Any player that does so will be given a loss of round.
GRANBLUE FANTASY VERSUS: RISING
PlayStation 5 | Bring Your Own Controller
- Version: PlayStation 4
- Double Elimination
- Default settings
- 2/3 Rounds per Game
- 3/5 Games per Set for entire tournament
- Winner of previous game must keep same character
- Loser of previous game may switch character
- Random stage select (players may opt for an agreed stage)
- Colors 16 & 17 are banned for all characters
- Prismatic Weapon skins are banned for all characters
- Handicap under Battle Settings must be off
- The character Lunalu is banned
GUILTY GEAR STRIVE
PlayStation 5 | Bring Your Own Controller
- Version: PlayStation 5
- Double Elimination
- Default settings
- 2/3 Rounds per Game
- 3/5 Games per Set
- Winner of previous game must keep same character
- Loser of previous game may switch character
- Random stage select (players may opt for an agreed stage)
- Ultimate Edition colors are banned for all characters
AVATAR LEGENDS: THE FIGHTING GAME
PlayStation 5 | Bring Your Own Controller
- Double Elimination
- Tournament Mode Default Settings
- 2/3 Rounds per Game
- 3/5 Games per Set
- Random stage select for every game.
- Winner of previous game must keep same character and support character
FATAL FURY: CITY OF THE WOLVES
PlayStation 5 | Bring Your Own Controller
- Double Elimination
- Default settings
- All OPTION settings are default settings except for the following settings :
- Pause Type: Hold
- V-Sync: Off
- Motion Blur: On
- 2/3 Rounds per Game
- 2/3 Games per Set
- 3/5 Games for Top 8 finals
- Winner of previous game must keep same character
- Loser of previous game may switch character
- Both Players may change their S.P.G. Ratio
- S.P.G. Selector: Directional Buttons
- Random stage select (players may opt for an agreed stage*) -*Freight Express, Dream Amusement Park, Ganacci's Skyvenue stages are banned from Tournament Play. If a banned stage is selected, please re-roll to a new stage.
- In-battle Accessibility Settings may be turned ON if the Tournament Organizer deems that the setting is physically necessary.*
Marvel TOKON: FIGHTING SOULS
PlayStation 5 | Bring Your Own Controller
- Double Elimination
- Default settings
- 3/5 Rounds per Game
- 2/3 Games per Set
- 3/5 Games per Set in Winners Finals, Losers Finals, & Grand Finals
- Champion is legal for tournament play
- 1st Match - Stage is selected at random
- 2nd Match and on - Loser is free to choose character select and stage select.
- The winner of each game cannot change character placement or order.
- In the event of a tied Match declared by a “Double K.O.” on the Game screen, the Match will not be scored and both Players will replay the tied Match with the same character selections and stage..
2XKO
PlayStation 5 | Bring Your Own Controller
- Double Elimination
- May compete as an individual or a team of 2. If registered as part a team you may not also compete as an individual
- Default settings
- Games are Best 2 out of 3 Rounds
- Sets are Best 2 out of 3 Games until Top 4
- Sets in Top 4 are Best 3 out of 5 Games
- Winner of previous game must keep same character(s) and fuse, but may change order
- Loser of previous game may switch character and/or fuse
- Random stage select (players may opt for an agreed stage)
EVENT MAP
FAQS
Have any questions or concerns about the Evo Championship Series. Check out the FAQ for information, including event details, registration, and policies.
WHAT IS EVO FRANCE 2026?
The Evolution Championship Series (Evo) is the world's largest and longest-running fighting game tournament. Evo France will be the first to be held in Europe !
For 20 years, Evo has brought together the best fighters from around the world, and their skills have brought excitement to the spectator. A wonderful event is held once a year, and it is an open tournament where everyone can participate, and we are gathering to praise the competitiveness of players and fans.WHEN AND WHERE IS EVO FRANCE 2026?
Evo France 2026 will be held at Palais des Expositions - Nice Acropolis, from Friday, October 10 - Sunday, October 12, 2026. This year, Top 8 Finals for each of the seven featured titles will take place on the Main Stage within the same Palais des Expositions - Nice Acropolis.
WHAT ARE THE MAIN TOURNAMENT TITLES USED IN EVO FRANCE 2026?
The main tournament titles for EVO France 2026 are the following seven titles:
- STREET FIGHTER 6
- TEKKEN 8
- GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-
- 2XKO
- Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game
- Granblue Fantasy: Versus -Rising
- FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves
- MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls
CAN YOU WIN A PRIZE AT EVO FRANCE 2026?
Yes. Tournament finalists win medals, trophies, and their share of that tournament’s prize pool, with a total prize pool across the seven main tournament titles for Evo France 2026. The prize money is split between the top 8 finalists in each tournament.
HOW DO I ATTEND EVO FRANCE 2026?
You can attend Evo France 2026 by purchasing a badge for the event at start.gg/evo-france. Your badge will be available for pickup on-site starting the day before the event and will come with a lanyard.
“Wait, do I need anything else?”
Nope! Your Evo France badge will get you access to the show floor, tournament areas, and the Main Stage on Friday and Saturday. The Main Stage on Sunday is a separate ticket that must be purchased as an add-on. You should bring your own controller if you’re competing or want to utilize the free play consoles.Badges also grant entry to other on-site activities. All badges include reentry. All attendees who want to exit the show floor or Main Stage and return at a later time will be able to do so.
Badges must be worn around the neck and be fully visible at all times in the Palais des Expositions. Badges are only valid for a single individual.
