Game Con Canada 2025: Schedule for Tournaments and What to Anticipate

Game Con Canada (GCC) 2025 is on the horizon, and enthusiasts of video games, trading card games (TCGs), and competitive esports are preparing for an exhilarating weekend this June. Organizers have unveiled the tournament schedule, providing participants and spectators with a diverse range of competitive events. Whether you are an experienced contender or a leisurely observer, GCC 2025 has something to offer for everyone.

Here’s everything you need regarding the tournament activities at Game Con Canada 2025, including the dates, formats, and entry requirements.

🕹️ Esports and Video Game Competitions

GCC 2025 will showcase an impressive selection of esports tournaments, allowing both amateur and professional players to demonstrate their talents. Participation or spectating at all tournaments requires a GCC 2025 badge, and players are advised to bring their own controllers. Default setups will be mouse and keyboard unless indicated otherwise.

1. MSI MGA Valorant Tournament
– Dates: June 13–15
– Location: MSI Booth
– Prize Pool: $2,000
– Format: Competitive team-oriented Valorant matches
– Registration: Open to badge holders; detailed info available on the GCC website

2. Fortnite Takeover at the MSI Freeplay Area
– Dates: June 13–14
– Format: Casual drop-in play with random prize giveaways throughout the day
– Notes: Bring your own controller; prizes TBD

3. 3rd Annual Super Smash Bros. Tournament
– Partnered with: French Bread Gaming
– Details: Anticipated casual and competitive brackets, but full schedule and registration details are still forthcoming

4. Marvel Rivals Tournament
– Details: Yet to be announced, including prize pool and registration process

5. 2nd Annual Tekken 8 Tournament
– Partnered with: NorQuest College
– Format: Competitive bracket play
– Registration and prize details: Coming soon

6. Minecraft at MSI Freeplay Area
– Details: Yet to be revealed

🃏 Trading Card Game (TCG) Competitions

TCG enthusiasts will have a wealth of events to look forward to, hosted by TAPS GAMES and other collaborators. All TCG events will take place in the Organized Play Area, Hall C, at the Edmonton EXPO Centre. Participants are required to have a GCC 2025 badge and, in some instances, additional apps or accounts.

1. Final Fantasy x Magic: The Gathering (MTG) Booster Draft
– Dates: June 13 at 7:00 p.m. and June 15 at 12:00 p.m.
– Format: Draft three booster packs and construct a 40-card deck
– Requirements: MTG Companion app and Wizards of the Coast account
– Capacity: 64 players per event

2. MTG Final Fantasy Sealed Event
– Format: Open six booster packs and build a 40-card deck (no drafting involved)
– Requirements: Same as above
– Capacity: 64 players

3. Digimon Common Box Championship
– Date: June 14 at 11:00 a.m.
– Capacity: 50 players
– Entry Fee: $25
– Requirements: Bring your own deck and completed deck list

4. Yu-Gi-Oh! Common Box Games Championship
– Capacity: 80 players
– Entry Fee: $25
– Requirements: Bring your own deck and completed deck list (available via official Yu-Gi-Oh! form)
– Format: Must adhere to Forbidden/Limited list

5. Lorcana Magic Returns
– Details: To be confirmed

6. 2nd Annual Pokémon Tournament
– Details: Coming soon

7. Flesh & Blood Events – All Weekend Long!
– The official TCG of Game Con Canada will feature multiple events throughout the weekend. Fans can check the official GCC tournament page for updates and registration links.

🎲 Additional Tabletop Activities

In addition to the digital and card competitions, GCC 2025 will also present various tabletop games, including CATAN and others. These events are ideal for fans seeking a more relaxed and social gaming atmosphere.

How to Engage

To participate or observe any tournaments at GCC 2025, attendees must:
– Acquire a GCC 2025 badge
– Register for specific tournaments (where necessary)
– Bring their own controller or deck, as required by the event
– For TCG events, download the MTG Companion app and create a Wizards of the Coast account (if applicable)

Spectating is free with a badge, so even if you’re not in competition, you can still indulge in the thrilling action and support your favorite players.

Where to Find Further Details

For the latest tournament updates, registration links, and prize information, visit the official Game Con Canada 2025 Tournament Page.

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