Welcome to GEMINI!

This is AON Gaming's and Long Island's Spring Super Smash Bros Melee event! There's a $500.00 pot bonus up for grabs (with a HUGE $300 for doubles!) so don't miss your chance to compete alongside the all-star players that will be in attendance.

FAQ:

What is GEMINI?

GEMINI is the first in a series of regional events hosted by AON Gaming. Featuring a huge prize pool and many of the east coast's most talented players, GEMINI is sure to be an event you wont want to miss out on!

When is GEMINI?

GEMINI takes place in a single day on April 14th. Precise start and end times have not yet been determined, but will be announced alongside the scheduling of the event in the coming weeks.

Where is GEMINI?

GEMINI takes place at AON Gaming located on Long Island, NY. The exact address is 21 Brandywine Drive Deer Park, NY 11729. This is just a short train ride from the city, as the Deer Park train station drops off super close to the venue.

You can find us next to the Kohls Shopping center, right near the Tanger Outlets. Brandywine Drive is directly off of Grand Blvd. We're on the left, kind of towards the middle of the block (which is a dead end). Give us a call if you need help with directions: (631)-392-1616.

What kinds of events will there be at GEMINI?

There will be a Super Smash Bros Melee Singles event and a Super Smash Bros Melee Doubles event, with the emphasis on DOUBLES! Additionally, an amateur bracket and a Melee Doubles (!) crew battle will be orchestrated as budget side events for all to enjoy!

What's the schedule for the tournament? What events take place first?

The schedule for GEMINI will be released in the coming weeks. Please stay tuned for more information.

What kind of controllers are legal?

All controllers that can be plugged into a Nintendo Gamecube or Nintendo Wii console without the need or use of an external adapter are allowed. Controllers with turbo buttons or impossible combination macros are forbidden. If you have a question concerning the legality of your controller, please feel free to ask in the discussion section of this event page.

What's the prize?

A 100% cash payout! The cash will be split in a 45% 20% 15% 10% 5% 5% ratio for first through fifth respectively for any amount of players greater than 96. There's also a $300 doubles pot bonus and a $200 singles pot bonus to be distributed among the top finishers of each category.

Will the event be streamed?

Yes, the event will be streamed on our two stream channels: our main channel, http://twitch.tv/aonstreams and our secondary channel, http://twitch.tv/gengame.

Will you have food? Drinks?

Yes: pizza, among other food, will be available at the venue. We also have an extensive selection of snacks and drinks at our concession stand.

Who can I direct other questions towards?

All questions about the event can be directed towards the head TO of the event, Michael LaBombard (Face). He's best reached on Facebook, though this cell phone also works: 631-553-4794.

11 AM: Venue Opens 1PM: Singles Begins 3PM: Singles Ends (Until top 8) 4PM: Doubles Begins 6PM: Doubles Top 8 Begins 8PM: Singles Top 8 Begins 10PM: Doubles Crews! 1AM: Venue Closes

Tournament Rules:

http://www.meleeitonme.com/wp-content/uploads/Melee-Recommended-Ruleset-1.pdf

The following exceptions are being made to the above:

The most up-to-date version of UCF will be used. Controllers beyond the wired GameCube controller are allowed at the TO's discretion to ensure as many players are able to participate in the tournament as possible and to broaden the level of competition. This will enable players with various hand or nerve issues to be involved in the community and to participate comfortably.

All tournament procedures are backed by AON Gaming.