Start.gg
The world's largest tournament platform.
Overview
Start.gg (formerly Smash.gg) is a comprehensive tournament platform that supports a wide variety of games, with a strong focus on the fighting game community. It provides organizers with a powerful set of tools to manage registrations, create brackets, run crowdfunding campaigns, and sell merchandise. The platform is designed to handle everything from small local tournaments to large-scale international events.
✨ Key Features
- Tournament creation and management
- Online and offline event support
- Customizable registration options
- Multiple bracket formats
- Crowdfunding and merchandise sales
- Player and spectator management
- Real-time results and standings
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deeply integrated with the fighting game community
- Powerful crowdfunding and monetization tools
- Comprehensive feature set for large and complex events
Unique Value: Provides an all-in-one solution for tournament organizers, with a special focus on the needs of the fighting game community.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- The go-to platform for the majority of the Super Smash Bros. and other fighting game tournaments worldwide.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- May have a steeper learning curve for organizers of simple, single-game online tournaments.
🏆 Alternatives
Offers more robust monetization and event management features for large tournaments compared to many other platforms.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Free to create and manage tournaments. Fees are charged on transactions.
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