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Everything you need to know about Red Bull AdrenaLAN presented by Bell
Gamers and esports superstars from all walks are heading to Toronto for a refreshing take on what a LAN party can be. Here's what you need to know.
From July 27–29, Red Bull AdrenaLAN presented by Bell will hit The International Centre to bring together major pro-gaming showcases, gameplay for all levels including thousands of dollars in prize money for Dota 2, Starcraft 2, League of Legends and FIFA, and a hackathon.
You won't want to miss the pro-gaming showcases
If you want to see the cream of the esports scene in action, then head for the event’s headline show matches where stars from both Dota 2 and Starcraft 2 will be battling for glory and big money.
Dota 2 fans will be able to see their heroes from OG and Immortals up-close-and-personal as the go head-to-head in an integrated tournament with a $10,000 prize pool. Those in attendance will have the chance to meet-and-greet with the game’s top players, in preparation for The International 8 later this summer. But if you can't make it, moonduckTV will stream the match on Twitch.
Anyone at any skill level can join the gameplay
Show matches aside, you don’t need to be a world-class player to join the action at Red Bull AdrenaLAN presented by Bell. The weekend will host open tournaments for all gamers, like the BYOC Dota 2 tournament featuring spots for 16 local teams to battle for a $5,000 prize pot.
If fighting games are more your thing, EvenMatchupGaming will be bringing Dragon Ball FighterZ along with a weekend-long tournament and $1,500 in the pot.
Or maybe you’re looking to make a name for yourself in League of Legends? Red Bull AdrenaLAN presented by Bell will also be home to a 1v1 League of Legends tournament with all equipment, minus accounts, provided. The tournament will be open to all skill levels with $5,000 in cash prizes.
The Bell Freeplay Zone is where you'll want to be
Whatever your multiplayer gaming tastes, there’s something for you at Red Bull AdrenaLAN presented by Bell. You won’t even have to take part in the tournaments to have a great weekend, as there are loads of other things to do including almost 100 open gaming stations in the Bell Freeplay Zone where esports stars, influencers and other special guests will be hanging out throughout the event.
What kind of esport stars? Well, for one: Phil Balke. Balke, the face of Toronto FC in the eMLS, will be hanging in the Bell Free Play Zone.
Philip Balke dons his hometown colours.
© Michael Kazimierczuk
And who else? None other than #Mike, championing the New York Red Bulls in the eMLS. Competitors who win three matches in a row in the Bell Free Play Zone will have the chance to step to Balke or #Mike for a slice of the $2,500 prize pot, not to mention scene-wide respect!
Be prepared to pull some all-nighters
If you get your kicks by tinkering under the hood, check out the hackathon, where 150 of the world’s best game-jammers and modders are challenged to show off their live coding skills in game design, AR, VR and openworld hacking. The hackathon will run 24 hours once the action kicks off on July 27.
But all-nighters aren't just for the hackers. In addition to all the gameplay mentioned above, there will also be a BYOC LAN party with limited spots available for those looking to make the most of the weekend and the Dota 2 community tournament will run 24 hours a day throughout the weekend.
You can register for everything now on smash.gg
Tickets are still for sale and registration is still open, so whether you want to spectate or get in on the action, head over to the smash.gg and don't forget to check out the event page on Facebookfor the latest updates.
