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- SNK World Championship 2025 will take place at DreamHack Atlanta from October 31 to November 2, 2025, featuring four games: Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, King of Fighters XV, Samurai Shodown, and Art of Fighting 3.
- The registration deadline for SWC is October 26, U.S. Eastern Time. Participants can collect a welcome kit at the tournament check-in desk on a first-come, first-served basis. A 15% discount on DreamHack Atlanta tickets using code SWC15 is available until October 18.
- Renowned animator Masami Obari, known for his work on SNK titles, will be present at DreamHack Atlanta on November 1. Attendees can meet him and receive an autographed frame, and he will host a special event on the main stage.
- The LCQ area on November 1 will offer skill testing for the four main tournament titles. Participants who win two games back-to-back may receive one of eight rare posters. Poster supplies are limited.
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SNK World Championship 2025 Announces Four Titles and $4.1 Million Prize Pool at DreamHack Atlanta
SNK has announced further details for the SNK World Championship 2025 (SWC 2025), a global esports event where the top SNK fighters will compete. The tournament will feature four SNK titles: Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, King of Fighters XV, Samurai Shodown, and Art of Fighting 3. The event is scheduled to take place at DreamHack Atlanta in Atlanta, USA, from October 31 to November 2, 2025. Top players from worldwide qualifiers, alongside Last Chance Qualifier (LCQ) winners, will battle for the championship title and a substantial $4.1 million prize pool.
SWC Registration Deadline and Perks at DreamHack Atlanta – Limited Time Offers and Chun-Li Demo
The registration deadline for the SWC is October 26, U.S. Eastern Time. Participants can collect a welcome kit at the SWC tournament check-in desk on a first-come, first-served basis via Start.gg, with one kit allowed per person. The first 400 registrants will receive a cap, bag, stickers, lanyard, and wristband. The top 250 will also receive an exclusive T-shirt, subject to limited colors and sizes. To register for the LCQ, please visit [insert link here]. Registration requires a three-day DreamHack Atlanta ticket and a $1 tournament registration fee, in addition to Start.gg’s service fee. Attendees can receive a 15% discount on DreamHack Atlanta tickets using code SWC15 until October 18. On November 1, DreamHack Atlanta visitors can demo Chun-Li from Street Fighter in her Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves iteration. This demo allows 20 minutes per person at the SWC LCQ area, and participants will receive a mini sticker while supplies last. Access may be limited due to event capacity.
DreamHack Atlanta Welcomes Anime Legend Masami Obari – Meet & Greet and Main Stage Event
Renowned animator Masami Obari, celebrated for his dynamic style and contributions to SNK titles, will also be present at DreamHack Atlanta on November 1. Attendees can meet him from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM U.S. Eastern Time, with the first 30 receiving a special autographed frame. Additionally, Obari and SNK developers will host a special event on the main stage from 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM U.S. Eastern Time. Masami Obari, a prominent figure in anime, operates Studio G1neo and originates from Hiroshima. His unique and dynamic directing style has garnered global acclaim and inspired numerous animators. His contributions to the Fatal Fury series include character design and animation for Fatal Fury: Legend of the Hungry Wolf and its sequel, in addition to directing Fatal Fury: The Motion Picture. He also created special animated films for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves and King of Fighters XV. His work can be followed on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram.
Fatal Fury, King of Fighters XV, Samurai Shodown & Art of Fighting 3 Poster Competition at LCQ on Nov 1
The LCQ area on November 1 will also host skill testing for the four main tournament titles: Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, King of Fighters XV, Samurai Shodown, and Art of Fighting 3. Participants who win two games back-to-back in these tests may receive one of eight rare posters. While entry is unlimited, poster supplies are limited. This specific promotional detail is not necessarily the opinion of Portal Uai.
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