eGaming

Welcome to the information page for electronic gaming (eGaming) at FanimeCon!

This year, we are partnering with Kakure eSports to provide attendees with a host of games for your favorite consoles, such as the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and more!

Connect with Kakure eSports on Facebook. 

eGaming Rules

Attendees must follow the FanimeCon Code of Conduct at all times in the Gaming Hall.

• Please do not tamper with or move any equipment, tables, chairs, or barriers.
  • Please inform a Gaming Hall staffer if there is a malfunction or non-optimal gameplay on any equipment.
  • Please also DO NOT attempt to fix the problem. We have qualified staff to troubleshoot problems.
• Events and tournaments are free of charge.
  • Sign-ups and information are located at the Gaming Hall staff desks.
  • Please arrive 15-20 minutes before any event for check-in!
  • If you are unable to participate after sign-up, please return to the eGaming tournament desk and inform staff.
  • Any input device for tournament use may be subject to inspection by tournament organizers (TOs) to ensure competitive integrity.
• eGaming: “BYOC”
  • “Bring Your Own Controller,” including joystick, input device, etc.
  • Attendees may use their own controller or input devices for certain console stations. Please remember to bring your own adapter!
  • Please ask the eGaming front desk for more information and permissions.
• Please visit our Gaming Hall page for more information on rules.

Tournament Policy

• Sign-ups will be available on the day of the tournament in the same room where the tournament is scheduled to take place. Please check the locations for each tournament carefully!
• Sign up with the eGaming front desk any time during the weekend. Tournament sign-ups will close 30 minutes before the tournament starts.
• Signing up for a tournament does not guarantee you a spot in the tournament. You must show up on time to participate.

Tournament Schedule

Note: Tournament schedule is subject to change without notice. We will do our best to notify participants ahead of time. Speak to a Gaming Hall staffer at the con for the most up-to-date information!

Friday, May 22, 2026
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
3:30 pm – 6:00 pm: Guilty Gear Strive
All Day: Mario Kart Time Trials Qualifiers

Saturday, May 23, 2026
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm: 2XKO
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Tekken 8
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Sunday, May 24, 2026
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm: Street Fighter 6
4:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Doubles (BYOC)

Are you interested in being an eGaming sponsor or partner? Please contact egaming@fanime.com to start a conversation!