What is dtnx?

DTNX is the 10th anniversary of NYC's premier #1 fighting game tournament - Defend The North. After a whole DECADE, we are still here, by the community and for the community. Defend The North is an annual 3-day major fighting game tournament featuring a wide variety of events tailor-made for competitors, casual gamers, and spectators! Here, you'll find next-gen gaming with some of the best players in the world competing for glory. 🕹️🏆🔥

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What do I need to know?

This year, DTNX is being hosted at the Long Island Marriot from Aug. 2nd - 4th. Fun fact, this is THE LARGEST venue Defend The North has ever taken over! Join us for 26,000 sq. ft. of 4-star hotel splendor with an indoor pool, DTN shuttles, free parking, and 24-hour service. If you need to take a moment to reflect on how good life is, you'll be just 45 minutes from Times Square, less than 10 minutes from the beach, and about 30 minutes from JFK, LaGuardia, and MacArthur airports. 👑✈️🌊

What can i expect?

🏆 Incredible, one-of-a-kind trophies for the winners 
💸 Guaranteed prize money across all fighting games
👊🏽 Street Fighter 6 Best of the BEST Competition
⚔️ Cosplay contests with cash prizes
🤝 Community-run side tournaments
🎮 30+ games available for casual play
👾 REAL arcade cabinets
🗽 New York style inspired vendor and exhibitor booths
🕹️ Free-to-enter games with the spectator pass
🏙️ and so much more!

And don't forget about our spectator pass option! DTNX will be a family friendly event; for gamers 16 and under, contact us about our Half-Price Teen 3-Day Spectator Pass! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

How's the gaming experience?

We're taking care of EVERYTHING so you don't have to worry about anything but securing the win. From the casual games to the competition stage, you'll be gaming on gameplay-optimized PCs, PS5s,  and even the Nintendo Switch for Smash Bros. You can expect the lowest lag and optimal hertz for the ultimate real feel. Check out the full list of featured games down below!

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Featured games for dtn x

and 30+ more games as listed here.

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