It might be a happy new year, but let’s rewind back to 2025 when the Hampton Inn at the DC Convention Center partnered with us on The Alley #25 to give us an FGC tournament we won’t ever forget! Thanks Hampton by Hilton!

Introducing: FGC Tool. A free, simple Windows app for players and offline event organizers to maintain and confirm optimal video and audio settings. Compatible with all PC fighting games. Download now: fgctool.fubarduck.com

"The memories of these people can be made to evaporate very quickly without a conscientious effort to keep them alive." Bomani Jones explains why we must always remember the greatness of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

if this did something for you, do not miss our interview tomorrow with howard bryant about his new book, “kings and pawns,” which is about jackie robinson and paul robeson. especially if you’re u familiar with robeson.

Check out Tampa Never Sleeps tonight, as Rick and Alex Jebailey will be stopping by to talk Evo, CEO 2026 on August 14-16 in Orlando, FL!, and more! Tune in at 6:30PT/9:30ET at twitch.tv/tampaneverslee…

We will have an ASL Interpreter at #FFXVIII2026! Check out the Interpreter schedule below. You will be able to find their desk located in the Grand Ballroom, near the TO Desk. 🙂

#CEO2026 Registration and Hotel Block is now live! CEO Returns to the Rosen Shingle Creek on August 14-16! Event info: ceogaming.org/ceo Register right now: start.gg/ceo Hotel & Travel: ceogaming.org/ceo/hotelandtr… Most important links in the replies!

frosty faustings kicks off this week, who's ready

📢 Brackets for #FFXVIII2026 are PUBLISHED for review! 🕐 You have today and tomorrow to submit any reasonable change requests. 📜 ALL REQUESTS MUST BE SUBMITTED THROUGH THIS FORM: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… Brackets will be finalized Wednesday. Brackets: start.gg/FFXVIII

Huge congrats to our Cosplay Finalists at #FFXVIII2026! ❄️✨ 🏆lena_exe @ ?????? 🥈KryRayne 🔜 Frosty Faustings 🥉LunchBox 🏅Judges Choice Crisuki 🏅Community Choice Kauket Incredible craftsmanship and so much creativity on display in the Grand Ballroom. Thank you to every cosplayer who

I am at the grand opening of the "Church Arcade" here in the Pittsburgh area. A really cool new arcade located in an old repurpased church. Vibes are immaculate and the game selection is great. A good variety of classics, shooters, fighters, driving, and pinball games.

ANNOUNCING TOP 3 AUDIENCE VOTES FOR THE FROSTY FAUSTINGS CMV CONTEST FINALISTS! 1st: Divine Punishment - KeremK 2nd: What a Jam That Was - Milk 3rd: Guilty All The Same - trx Thank you all! I will upload the finalists video after the 24/7 stream.

join us for our monthly on February 21st! registration is up now at start.gg/dash and we've got some fun new games for the calendar! :>

The Jeekly this week is honored to start with a $250 Prize Pool as part of Team Arc Creators Grass Roots Development! Check out the tournament stream tomorrow on the Arc System Works America channel to learn more about the creator program and watch a fierce bracket! #TeamArcCreators

For those participating in Capcom Cup, the Japanese visa process may be convoluted. Please use the following checklist for everything you need! Submissions should happen NOW since Japanese embassies are saying it could take 2 weeks+ to return passports. la.us.emb-japan.go.jp/pdf/10.WORK%20…

Fun fact: Experts have observed rare occurrences of penguins waddling away from their colonies never to return. They theorize the behavior could stem from navigational disorientation, a neurological disorder, or extreme stress. 🗻🚶🐧

Ludovic from THG was detained by ICE, and right now he needs us. He’s more than a teammate — he’s family. We’ve set up a support link to help with legal fees and support during this time. If you can donate, please do. If not, please share. gofundme.com/f/support-ludo… #FreeLudovic

UPDATE!

Very difficult Update to hear but please do not give up. And keep at it. We have to get him home #FreeLudovic

As it's Black History Month, I'll share my favorite speech on racism and the dangers of playing respectability politics. youtu.be/g6ZuguDIViI?si…