IGM Summer Showdown 2026
Tournament Information
Location
Dún Laoghaire, Dublin, Co. Dublin, A96 K063, Ireland
Venue
Royal Marine Hotel
Rated Games
Street Fighter 6
Prize Pool
€4,000+
About This Event
IGM Summer Showdown 2026 arrives as a premier highlight of the European fighting game calendar, hosted live at the luxury 4-star Royal Marine Hotel. Scheduled from July 11 through July 12, 2026, in Dún Laoghaire, Dublin, this major event brings explosive competitive action to the Irish circuit, serving as the second major points qualifier for the prestigious IGM Emerald Circuit 2026 and drawing elite local and international talent under one roof.
As a foundational stop for regional competition, the weekend spotlights a highly anticipated Street Fighter 6 tournament presented by Brook. Competitors will battle through intense open brackets running a strict first-to-three format all the way through, vying for a mix of hardware prizes from Brook and cash payouts driven by registration entries.
Major Circuit Stops and Combined Prize Pools
Boasting up to €4,000 in combined cash prizes, the Summer Showdown features several high-profile global and regional tournament stops. The weekend headlines the 2XKO Northern Europe Community National, giving players a chance to secure massive circuit points and a trip to Battle Coliseum 2026 in Brazil. Additionally, the venue hosts an official 4-Star GBVS World Tour Event for Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising with a fixed prize pool backed by Cygames, alongside major competitive brackets for TEKKEN 8, Guilty Gear Strive, Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes, Invincible VS, and Guilty Gear Xrd REV 2.
Registration and Convention Entry Perks
Bracket sign-ups are managed online via Start.gg, with registration officially closing on July 5, 2026. In an exciting crossover perk, a competitor pass or regular spectator ticket automatically guarantees full access to the main Irish Gaming Market trade hall located just down the corridor, allowing players and fans alike to seamlessly browse creators, artist tables, retro game vendors, and cosplay showcases throughout the weekend.