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March 11, 2013 · Leave a Comment

Dallas Hosting World’s Largest Video Game Competition

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image003The top eSports superstars from around the globe will compete for $170,000 in prizes at the Major League Gaming (MLG) Winter Championship in Dallas from March 15-17. MLG, the world’s largest eSports league, will return to Dallas, Texas, for the ninth time to kick off the 10th annual MLG Pro Circuit season.

Thousands of fans will descend upon the Dallas Convention Center and hundreds of thousands more will watch online as nearly 1000 of the best video game players in the world compete in the action-packed, three-day tournament. Spectator, VIP and HD online viewing passes are available at http://store.majorleaguegaming.com/.

The Winter Championship will deliver an all new event experience with a completely redesigned layout and both VIP and General Admission ticket options. Tickets are now available online. Spectators can:

  • Enjoy the competition from three distinct staging areas, including a theater-style arena for Call of Duty: Black Ops II and individual areas forLeague of Legends and StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm.
  • Watch all of the gameplay action on enormous viewing screens that will make spectators feel like they are a part of the tournament and players look larger-than life.
  • View the broadcast production like never before. Previously behind the curtain, casters will be on an elevated broadcast platform for fans to watch in real-time.
  • Engage in more hands-on opportunities and activities on site. Booths and partner areas and activities include:

o   BenQ, official gaming monitor sponsor of MLG: See how BenQ’s professional gaming monitors, designed by legendary gamers, will take your game to the next level. Why play when you can conQuer! Tournament monitors available at $169 – RL2450HT; $179 – RL2455HM -Purchase of 4 or more for $159.00 each and $349 – XL2420T.

o   Dr Pepper, official soft drink of MLG:  Stop by for Free Play, photo opps in the Dr Pepper Photo Booth, to try an ice cold Dr Pepper, Diet Dr Pepper or Dr Pepper Ten and tweet @DRPEPPERGAMING.

o   Flipz:  Want a flippin’ awesome snack to get through the game? Visit the Flipz area to enjoy a free sample of milk chocolate or white fudge Flipz pretzels (while supplies last) and meet the Flipz Squad.

o   Full Sail University: Take a moment to relax, re-charge your phones and play student made games at the Full Sail University booth! Full Sail University is one of the premier gaming, design, music, and film schools in the world. If you’re looking to launch or further your career in the media and entertainment industry, visit fullsail.edu/mlg for more information.

o   GUNNAR Optiks, officially licensed eyewear of MLG – Advanced Gaming Eyewear: Nab those extra frags by visiting the MLG Pro Shop where you can demo, ask questions, and purchase MLG Phantoms and MLG Legends.

o   iBUYPOWER, official gaming PC of MLG: Stop by to learn about the hardware engineering and design that goes into making a competitive-grade gaming system, and play on one too.

o   Mad Catz – MLG Pro Circuit Controllers for Xbox 360 and PS3: Purchase the MLG Pro Circuit Controller and accessories. Mad Catz will be featuring their entire range of MLG Pro Circuit Controller accessories including the new Hard Tension Analog ProModule™ and 4-Button D-Pad ProModule™. Try the MLG Pro Circuit Controller/Accessories at the Mad Catz booth with the latest console titles.

o   MLG Pro Shop:  Get all of your official MLG merchandise including Nike apparel (quarter zips, hoodies and t shirts), limited edition Winter Championship gear.  Brand new items that will be available are Flex Fit Baseball Caps and what will easily become some of your favorite new t shirts.

o   NOS®, official energy drink of MLG: NOS invites fans to attend the NOS MLG Winter Championship Kick Off Party on Thursday, March 14 at 8pm at the Fan Sports Lounge. Stop by the party to play MLG Pro Circuit games, sample free NOS, mingle with Pro players and MLG personalities, and pick-up exclusive co-branded MLG & NOS gear.

o   PowerA, the official gaming backpack of MLG: Designed by gamers for gamers, there’s a spot for everything: keyboard, mouse, headphones, console, controller, laptop, and more.  Stop by the MLG Pro Shop and check it out!

o   PlanetSide®2: PlanetSide 2 makes its debut at the Pro Circuit Championship events. The massively multiplayer online first person shooter will be showcased all weekend long with free-to-play stations and will be featured as part of the Sunday broadcast. Stop by the PlanetSide 2booth, declare your allegiance, and battle with other spectators. For more information: www.PlanetSide2.com.

o   SteelSeries, official Licensed Mouse and Mousepad of MLG:  Winning Is everything.  Be sure to stop by the MLG Pro Shop to check out and buy the SteelSeries Sensei MLG Edition gaming mouse and Qck+ mousepad.  Evolved from hours of pro gameplay and feedback, the SteelSeries Sensei MLG Edition has the performance specs you need to compete at the highest level.

o   Turtle Beach, official audio provider for MLG: Take the competitive edge home with the MLG licensed Ear Force XP SEVEN, Z SEVEN, and PX22 gaming headsets, offering unsurpassed versatility with outstanding audio quality and comfort. Exclusive for a limited time to Winter Championship attendees, the Z SEVEN and brand new Ear Force PX22 headsets will be available on the show floor.

Purchase your tickets here: http://store.majorleaguegaming.com/products/venue-spectator-pass-mlg-dallas-winter-championship

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