Evo 2023 is a weekend filled with numerous fighting game tournaments, some of which have thousands of participants, making the organization a massive undertaking. The event is taking place in Las Vegas, with the schedule based on Pacific time (PT), leading to tournaments that can stretch into late hours, even early mornings for viewers in Europe.
Day 1 of Evo 2023 — Friday, August 4th, features a packed schedule including:Evo 2023 Industry Showcase: The day starts with numerous fighting game developer panels providing news, updates, and announcements. The Industry Showcase will be on the main Evo channel for most of the day. Dragon Ball FighterZ — Pools: This explosive fighting game, although less popular in recent years, still draws 838 entrants, kicking off with pools matches. King of Fighters XV — Pools: The satisfyingly technical King of Fighters XV enjoys another big tournament with 666 competitors. Street Fighter 6 — Pools: The largest in-person fighting game tournament ever, with a record-breaking 7,061 entrants competing for the grand prize. Guilty Gear Strive — Pools: Back for its third Evo tournament, Arc System Works' stunning fighter, Guilty Gear Strive, boasts 2,481 participants. Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate — Pools: Although the smallest main game tournament with 449 entrants, Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate is sure to deliver thrilling action. Melty Blood: Type Lumina — Pools: A record 544 players signed up for this tournament, and its fast-paced and frantic gameplay guarantees entertainment. Tekken 7 — Pools: The brawler, Tekken 7, with 1,580 entrants, serves up incredible moments. Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate — Top 24 to Top 6: The top 24 players of Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate compete to advance to the top 6. King
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