MAX MODE 2026
Tournament Information
Location
5993 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Peachtree Corners, GA 30092, USA
Venue
Hilton Atlanta Northeast
Rated Games
Street Fighter 6
Prize Pool
TBD
About This Event
MAX MODE 2026 returns to Atlanta, Georgia for its third year! Hosted by DATA FGC, this premier fighting game celebration brings together competitors from across the Southeast and beyond for a weekend of high-stakes brackets and community vibes at the Hilton Atlanta Northeast.
A Stacked Lineup of Titles
This year’s event features a massive roster of official tournament games, catering to both modern hits and retro classics:
- Modern & Featured Titles: Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, Guilty Gear -Strive-, Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising, and 2XKO Singles.
- SNK Showcase: The King of Fighters XV and Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves (SWC Master 3 Circuit).
- Retro & Classic: Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike (Jazzy Circuit Auto Qualifier), Capcom vs. SNK 2, and KOF XIII.
Circuit Significance
MAX MODE 2026 serves as a critical stop for several major competitive circuits. It is an official SWC Master 3 event for both Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves and The King of Fighters XV, and provides an auto-qualification spot for the Jazzy Circuit via the 3rd Strike bracket.
Registration & Venue Information
Attendees can choose between Competitor and Spectator passes:
- Competitor Passes: Required for all official tournament entries. Note that there is NO ONSITE REGISTRATION for competitors. Registration closes February 15, 2026.
- Spectator Passes: Available online and at the door for those looking to enjoy casuals, community games (like Marvel vs. Capcom 2 and CVS2), and the vendor hall.