Enter the Battle Grounds Showdown
Weekly online tournaments for Tekken 8, Street Fighter 6 and Mortal Kombat 1. UK-based, prize-supported, community-driven.
What is BGS?
Battle Grounds Showdown is a online tournament series designed for both seasoned competitors and players entering their first bracket. We combine clean production, fair rules and an active Discord community.
Competitive, but welcoming
Clear rules, friendly staff and beginner brackets ensure new players can learn without being overwhelmed. Regulars enjoy a stable, high-level environment.
Weekly online tournaments
Consistent schedule so you always know when to play. Earn points towards the BGS Season Leaderboard and qualify for special finals events.
Streamed & highlight ready
Top matches are streamed and clipped. Share your best moments on social media and start building your own highlight reel from BGS sets.
Tournaments & Formats
All events run through Start.gg with Discord coordination. Simple, fair formats across Tekken 8, Street Fighter 6 and Mortal Kombat 1.
Tekken 8 – Iron Fist Fridays
Double elimination, FT2 until Top 3, FT3 for finals. Random stage, winner locked to character, loser may switch.
Skill level: Open – beginners welcome.
Street Fighter 6 – Ranked Rumble
Modern or Classic controls allowed. FT2 sets, FT3 Top 3. Stable connections required, lag disputes handled by staff.
Skill level: Open – casual to competitive.
Mortal Kombat 1 – Outworld Clash
Kameos legal, exploit bans enforced. FT2 into FT3 finals. Fatal hype encouraged, disrespect optional.
Skill level: Open – newcomers encouraged.
1. Register on Start.gg
Choose your game, sign up on Start.gg and join the BGS Discord using the link below.
2. Check-in on event day
Check-in opens 30 minutes before bracket start. Confirm you are ready in the #check-in channel.
3. Fight through the bracket
Find opponents via Discord, play your matches, and report scores in #match-reporting.
4. Watch the stream
If your match is called for stream, wait for the signal from staff and then put on a show for chat.
Join the Dojo
Get bracket links, announcements and match support in our Discord. It’s free to join – you only pay entry for the tournaments you play.
Step into the Battle Grounds
Click the button below to join the BGS Discord. Once inside, head to #welcome and pick your game roles to be pinged for upcoming events.
Community Snapshot
• Weekly events
• Worldwide players
• Beginner friendly rooms
• Highlight clips & VODs
FAQ
Common questions about Battle Grounds Showdown. For anything else, ask in #tournament-help once you join Discord.
Who can enter?
Our events are focused on players worldwide, ensure your connection is stable. If you have a bad connection, staff may allow you at their discretion.
What do I need to play?
A copy of the relevant game, online access, a stable wired or strong Wi-Fi connection, and a Discord account to receive lobby details and report scores.
Is there an entry fee?
Standard weekly tournaments have a small entry fee to fund the prize pool and production. Some beginner or community nights may be free-to-enter.
Can beginners join?
Yes. We actively encourage new players and regularly host beginner-friendly brackets and training sessions with more experienced community members.