How our casual competitions are better than traditional tournaments and freeplay

Our casual competition system uses the best of both traditional tournaments and free play with none of the drawbacks. Traditional tournaments give structure, but are stressful and people are eliminated quickly if they don’t know how to play well. Free play is less stressful, but without any structure people can be stuck waiting forever to play and skill disparities are unmanaged. Our casual competition system gives just enough structure so that everyone gets to play plenty and play against people close to their skill level while no one is ever eliminated.

Collectible Tickets & Prizes

At most of our events you can collect tickets to turn in for prizes. You can find a current list of our prizes here.

Physical Accessibility

Gizmo Brew Works – Durham Taproom has a nearby parking lot. It is located on the second floor and has an elevator on one side of its building.

Bathrooms

Gizmos Brew Works – Durham Taproom has separate male and female bathrooms with changing tables. There are no family, gender-neutral, or single-occupancy options. If you feel unsafe, let us know, and we’ll go with you to the bathroom you’re most comfortable using.

Kids and Young Children

We pride ourselves on being a family friendly place for all kids and their caregivers. We always make sure kids can have a great time by showing them how to play, setting up their controls, and matching them up with others who have the same level of experience as them. For caregivers, we offer a welcoming, low-pressure environment where you’re encouraged to relax on your own or play alongside your kids. We know that caregivers come in all forms, parents, siblings, grandparents, extended family, friends, chosen family, and we make sure everyone feels seen, respected, and included.

Inclusivity

Everyone is welcome regardless of race, gender identity, age, ability, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, nationality, language, body size, neurodiversity, and their intersections. Our events are a space where you can be yourself. Please email us at hello@nceclecticesports.com with any concerns or accommodation requests. We will do our best to assist, though we cannot guarantee all requests can be fulfilled.

Photography

Event photos and videos may be shared on social media. Send an email to hello@nceclecticesports.com to have any media of yourself removed.

Setups

All gaming setups provided. There is no room for extra setups, but feel free to bring your favorite controller.

Terms and Conditions

By attending our event you or your legal guardian if you are less than 18 years old acknowledges and agrees to the following terms and conditions:

You agree that you will be held personally and financially responsible for any damage you cause either intentionally or accidentally to property belonging to the NC Eclectic Esports while attending this event. You agree to properly reimburse NC Eclectic Esports financially for the full replacement or repair cost, as determined by NC Eclectic Esports for any damage you caused to property belonging to the NC Eclectic Esports.

You agree to take responsibility for your safety and belongings by attending this event. NC Eclectic Esports may not be held liable for any incidents, including accidents, lost items, or disruptive behavior.

Legal guardians are responsible for their child’s safety and conduct, even if they attend alone. Any children 12 years or younger may not be left alone. Any concerns should be reported to staff immediately.

You consent to receive emails from us about our business.

Thank you for understanding and helping us ensure a great experience for everyone!

Disclaimers

Participation in our plushie giveaway does not require any monetary purchase and no amount of money spent increases a person’s odds of winning the plushie giveaway.

This event is not affiliated with or sponsored by Nintendo.

Please drink responsibly.