EVO Japan 2024: This is what we know about fighting game tournament’s dates, registration, games, prize pool and more

EVO Japan, a scaled-down version of the renowned US-based EVO fighting game tournament, is confirmed for 2024. Despite its smaller scale, the competition remains fierce, with only the best players claiming trophies across various titles.

EVO Japan 2024: Dates and Registration

EVO Japan 2024 kicks off on April 27, concluding on April 29. Registration, open for players and spectators, runs until March 15. Competitors must register on Start.gg by March 22 to be eligible for the tournament.

EVO Japan 2024: Games Line-up

The main line-up for EVO Japan 2024 showcases revamped editions of top titles:

• Street Fighter 6
• Tekken 8
• Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising
• King of Fighters XV
• Street Fighter III Third Strike
• Guilty Gear Strive
• Under Night In Birth II Sys: Celes

EVO Japan 2024: Prize Pool

The prize pool, denoted in Japanese Yen, for EVO Japan 2024 across featured games:

Granblue Fantasy Versus:

• 1st place - 1,000,000
• 2nd place - 450,000
• 3rd place - 250,000
• 4th place - 140,000
• 5th place (2) - 80,000

Guilty Gear Strive:

• 1st place - 1,000,000
• 2nd place - 450,000
• 3rd place - 250,000
• 4th place - 140,000
• 5th place (2) - 80,000

King of Fighters XV:

• 1st place - 1,000,000
• 2nd place - 450,000
• 3rd place - 250,000
• 4th place - 140,000
• 5th place (2) - 80,000

Street Fighter III Third Strike:

• 1st place - 1,000,000
• 2nd place - 450,000
• 3rd place - 250,000
• 4th place - 140,000
• 5th place (2) - 80,000

Street Fighter 6:

• 1st place - 1,000,000
• 2nd place - 450,000
• 3rd place - 250,000
• 4th place - 140,000
• 5th place (2) - 80,000

Tekken 8:

• 1st place - 1,000,000
• 2nd place - 450,000
• 3rd place - 250,000
• 4th place - 140,000
• 5th place (2) - 80,000

Under Night In Birth II Sys: Celes:

• 1st place - 1,000,000
• 2nd place - 450,000
• 3rd place - 250,000
• 4th place - 140,000
• 5th place (2) - 80,000

FAQs:

What are the key dates for EVO Japan 2024, and when is the deadline for registration?
EVO Japan 2024 is scheduled from April 27 to April 29, 2024. Registration for both players and spectators is open until March 15, 2024, while competitor registration on Start.gg closes on March 22, 2024.

How has EVO Japan 2024 enhanced its gaming line-up compared to the previous year, and what major titles will be featured?
EVO Japan 2024 brings a more exciting lineup with revamped games. Featured titles include Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising, King of Fighters XV, Street Fighter III Third Strike, Guilty Gear Strive, and Under Night In Birth II Sys: Celes.