Stream Schedule
TOTAL
04
TOTAL STREAMS
10
RESOURCES
EVENT MAP
GAME RULES
GAME RULES
GAME RULES
GAME RULES
GAME RULES
GAME RULES
GAME RULES
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 Winners, Losers Semis, Losers Finals & Grand 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
- 2/3 Games per Set
- 3/5 Games for Winners Finals, Losers Semis, Losers Finals & Grand 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)
- Colors 16 & 17 is banned for all characters
- Prismatic Weapon Skins are banned for all characters
- “Handicap” under “Battle Settings” but be Off”
- “The character Lunalu is banned”
- “Djeeta’s Frying Pan weapon is banned”
Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes
PlayStation 5 | Bring Your Own Controller
- Version: PlayStation 4
- Double Elimination
- Default settings
- “Hold to Pause should be enabled”
- “Vertical Sync should be enabled”
- 2/3 Rounds per Game
- 2/3 Games per Set
- 3/5 Games for Winners, Losers & Grand 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)
Mortal Kombat 1
PlayStation 5 | Bring Your Own Controller
- Double Elimination
- Tournament Mode Default Options
- “Hold to Pause should be enabled”
- 2/3 Rounds per Game
- 3/5 Games per Set
- Random stage select
- Winner of the previous game must keep the same character and kameo.
- Loser of previous game may switch stage (with same character and kameo) or switch character and kameo (with random stage)
Guilty Gear Strive
PlayStation 5 | Bring Your Own Controller
- Version: PlayStation 4
- 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
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 Winners, Losers, and Grand 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 Vs Capcom 2
PlayStation 5 | Bring Your Own Controller
- Version: Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics
- Double elimination
- Default settings
- Speed Select: Turbo 2
- One Button Specials: OFF
- Display Filter: “None”
- Size: “Full (4:3)”
- Cyttorak Power-Up: Keep effects on tag
- 2 / 3 Games per Set
- 3 / 5 Games for Winners, Losers & Grand Finals Matches
- Random stage select
- Players may opt for an agreed stage
- Winner must keep characters and original order but may use switch glitch
- Loser may switch characters and order
- Switch glitch is legal
- No game-breaking or game-stalling glitches (such as dead-body infinites or infinite y-boost tricks)
TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
TOTAL
06
FAQ
What is Evo?
The Evolution Championship Series (Evo for short) represents the largest and longest-running fighting game tournaments in the world. For over 20 years, Evo has brought the best players from around the world together for an electric weekend of fun and competition.
Evo plays host to fighting game players and fans in a prestigious series of open bracket tournaments to crown annual Evo Champions. In addition to the competition, Evo is a celebration of fighting games and the rich culture surrounding them. Evo 2025 is that event!
For those who can’t make it in person, Evo 2025’s competitions will be streamed live on Twitch and YouTube.
WHEN AND WHERE IS EVO 2025?
Evo 2025 runs from Friday, August 1, 2025 through Sunday, August 3, 2025 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, West Exhibition Hall. This year, Top 8 Finals for each of our eight featured titles will take place in the new arena experience within the same West Exhibition Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. The venue is located at 300 Convention Center Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA.
Please note that ADA bathrooms, ramps, elevators, and parking are available. Visit the Las Vegas Convention Center website for more details.
WHAT GAMES WILL BE AT EVO 2025?
This year’s eight featured titles are:
- Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising - PS5 (Cygames)
- Guilty Gear -Strive- PS4 (Arc System Works)
- Mortal Kombat 1 - PS5 (Warner Bros. Games)
- Marvel vs. Capcom 2 - PS5 (Capcom)
- Street Fighter 6 - PS5 (Capcom)
- TEKKEN 8 - PS5 (Bandai Namco Entertainment)
- FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves - PS4 (SNK)
- UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes - PS5 (Arc System Works)
There will also be additional tournaments included in Evo 2025’s Extended Lineup, including Rivals of Aether II, Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O., BlazBlue CentralFiction, and more! Visit the Evo 2025 event page to view the full list of games at this year’s event.
CAN YOU WIN PRIZES AT EVO 2025?
Yes. Tournament finalists win medals, trophies, and their share of that tournament’s $30,000 minimum guaranteed prize pool. Extended tournament finalists win their share of that (selected game's) tournament's bracket entry total prize pool. The prize money is split between the top 8 finalists in each tournament.
HOW DO I ATTEND EVO 2025?
You can attend Evo 2025 by purchasing a ticket for the event at start.gg/evo. Your ticket will be available for pickup on-site starting the day before the event and will come with a lanyard, badge, and water bottle.
“Wait, do I need anything else?”
Nope! Your Evo badge will get you access to the Evo show floor, tournament areas, and the Arena Finals Experience on Saturday. The Arena Finals Experience 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 into the Cosplay Contest, Bring Your Own Console and Community Showcase areas, and other on-site activities. All badges include reentry. All attendees who want to exit the show floor or Arena Finals Experience 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 Convention Center. Badges are only valid for a single individual.
“What about refunds, exchanges, transfers, or cancellations?”
All ticket sales are final. No refunds, exchanges, or transfers will be available. In the event Evo 2025 is canceled, your ticket will be refunded. There is no authorized resale of any Evo tickets. Please note that tickets for Evo 2025 not purchased via start.gg/evo are not permitted.Anyone caught reselling tickets or credentials will have their access revoked and not be permitted into the event for the remainder of the weekend.
“What if I lose my badge?”
You are responsible for your badge. Lost or stolen badges cannot be replaced or refunded.“Do my friends and family need passes?”
Yes, everyone needs to be in possession of a badge to attend Evo 2025.“Can children attend Evo 2025?”
Children under the age of 6 can attend Evo for free with any badged parent or adult legal guardian. Any child over the age of 6 will require a badge to enter the convention floor.
Please contact support@evo.gg with any questions.
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