Genesis 9 Date and Location Announced

The team from Genesis Gaming has announced the date and location for their 2022 event, Genesis 9. The event will once again take place in San Jose.

Genesis 9 will be hosted at the San Jose Convention Center from January 20th to January 22th. The final match will also take place at the San Jose Convention Center on Sunday.

The following games have been confirmed as part of the main event:

Super Smash Bros Ultimate
Super Smash Bros Melee
Super Smash Bros (N64)
Rushdown Revolt
Rivals of Aether
Guilty Gear -Strive-

Genesis Gaming has also announced the first batch of side games with more to come. The following games have also been confirmed as part of the side event:

Dance Dance Revolution Extreme
Dance Dance Revolution GRAND PRIX
Magical Drop 3
Super Street Fighter 2 Turbo

Genesis Gaming has also posted all the major registration dates and deadlines. Those who want to get a Competitors badge at an early bird rate have until 9/19 to register. After that; participants have until 11/28 to register before getting it with the late registration rate.

Hosted by Genesis Gaming and going strong after 10 years, the Genesis series is one of the largest Super Smash Bros. tournaments. They are based in the Bay Area and have been hosting their events either in San Jose or Oakland.

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