Super Smash Con will be the first convention dedicated to all things Smash Bros., and it's fast approaching! The event starts one month from now and registration end in two weeks. For those who have not signed up yet, here's six reasons to attend Super Smash Con.
1. Tournaments
Along with tournaments such as Apex 2015 and EVO 2015, Super Smash Con is shaping out to be 2015's next "super-major". Organized by top TOs Robin "Juggleguy" Harn and Michael "Nintendude" Brancato. Super Smash Con will be hosting singles and doubles events for Smash 64, Melee, Brawl, and Smash Wii U. Along with this, there is a $30,000+ prize pool across all games, which should encourage the world's best players for all games to compete. In addition to the Smash tournaments there will be many Quick Play Tournaments. These are tournaments where players can sign up on the spot to compete in a diverse array of classic games! For all the details regarding the Smash tournaments, go here.
PS: Project M will not have an official tournament at Super Smash Con, but it will still be playable at the indie games section.
The tournaments will be the highlight of the event for many.
Photo courtesy of Rob Paul Photography
2. Panels and Presentations
Super Smash Con will hold a plethora of panels and presentations that will cover a variety of topics. Some of presentations that will be held are "Hand Health in Competitive Gaming", "Introduction to Competitive Smash", and "A Brief History of Competitive Smash". Along with the presentations, some of the panels will include "Project M - Past, Present, and Future" and "Smash Bros. Commentaters". For a full list of all the panels/presentations, go here!
Panels/presentations are a great way to learn and discuss at conventions.
3. Contests
While the tournaments may be where most of the competition at Super Smash Con will be, there will also be Trivia Contests and a Costume Contest! In the trivia contest, competitors will test their video game knowledge against fellow gamers. In the costume contests, contestants can dress up as their favorite character and see how they stack up against other cosplayers from across the world! While there are not full details about the trivia contests, information for the costume contest can be found here.
Costume contests are a fun way for fans to get creative and dress as their favorite characters.
Photo by Evan Abell
4. Marketplace
A gaming convention would not be complete with its fair share of vendors. Super Smash Con will be no exception. The convention will be host to a game-themed market place that will sell video games, clothing, art, books, comics, massage chairs, food, Japanese mechandise, home decor, and more! Their will also be many video game photobooths that will be a great way of bring home Super Smash Con memories. Check out the full list of vendors here.
The Super Smash Con marketplace will have something for everyone. Don't miss out!
Note: That is not a picture of Super Smash Con's marketplace.
5. Performances
While video game music sounds great heard out of a speaker, nothing can beat hearing that music played live by a professional ensemble. That's why Super Smash Con will have multiple video game music performances played a wide variety of ensembles such as the The Washington Metropolitan Gamer Symphony Orchestra, Jomela (Hip-Hop/R&B trio), and The Kyle Athayde Dance Party (Dizzkidboogie's big band). In addition to music, stunt group "Urban Evolution" will be bringing Smash to life with their stunt performances. Full details for the performances can be found here!
Hearing live music is always a treat for anyone's ears.
The photo above is the big band "The Kyle Athayde Dance Party".
6. More Than Just Smash
While the convention is called Super Smash Con, the event will not just be celebrating Super Smash Bros., but it will be celebrating the video games that bring us together. Take a guided tour in the Hall of Games to learn about decades of gaming history, hop back in time to try out some out dozens arcade cabinets for free, or have some free play on many indie games including Project M and Rivals of Aether!
There's not a more old-school feeling than playing on a classic arcade cabinet.
To learn more about Super Smash Con, check out their official website. To get updates on the event, visit their Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. To register for the event, go here!
Watch Super Smash Con's latest trailer, made by VGBC | Papapaint!
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