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Boston, MA (October 25, 2017) — Capcom’s Street Fighter game series is celebrating its 30th Anniversary this year and what a journey it has been. Red Bull will be pulling out all the stops as they bring the Capcom Pro Tour North American Finals at Red Bull Battle Grounds to Boston this November 18 and 19.
VIRTUAL REALITY
With so many iterations of the game and technology evolving over three decades, it’s finally time to put yourself inside your favorite game. The iconic Street Fighter II bonus stage where your favorite characters beat a car to smithereens will now be able to put you in the driver’s seat – figuratively, not literally. Built using HTC Vive and its innovative Vive Trackers, you can have the most immersive Street Fighter experience ever imagined.
The Street Fighter II Bonus Stage Virtual Reality experience is only available at both days of the competition. Dive into your favorite game and take that aggression to the streets! The virtual streets of Street Fighter II that is— retro-style. Destroy a car using your fists and get as many points as possible before the countdown ends. Cheer on your friends as you get their first-person point-of-view displayed for all to see.
INSPIRED ART
In celebration of 30 years of Street Fighter; local Boston artist and game franchise enthusiast, Merk Those, will be creating a 5-piece mural showcasing the creative evolution of the Street Fighter characters since their first introduction in 1987! The piece will be unveiled during the weekend kickoff event at the newly opened Balance Patch gaming café just steps away from Boston University campus grounds.
http://www.merkthose.com/ @merkthose
Event: 30th Anniversary of Street Fighter /Red Bull Battle Grounds Kickoff Event
Date: Friday, November 17th 2017
Time: 7:00pm-10:00pm
Venue: The Balance Patch – 1031 Commonwealth Avenue Boston, MA 02215
http://balancepatch.com/ @balancepatch
A GAME-LIKE VENUE
The Capcom Pro Tour North American Finals at Red Bull Battle Grounds will take place at the The Castle in Boston on November 18-19. The historical landmark is reminiscent of the Street Fighter V “Union Station” stage, giving attendees the opportunity to feel like they are in the game. Hundreds of hopeful challengers from around the continent will gather at the two-day spectacular for a 512 player open bracket tournament and a chance at winning a spot at the grand finals on Sunday.
NOSTALGIA REIGNS
The Street Fighter franchise will also be celebrated with side tournaments including Ultra Street Fighter IV, Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike, and Super Street Fighter II Turbo and multiple prize pools are up for grabs.
Tickets are still available for Saturday’s open competition and for spectators. Tickets are good for both days and cost only $10. More information, ticket links and registration at http://www.redbullbattlegrounds.com. Twitter: @redbullesports #redbullbattlegrounds
