You can check the blog Store Manager Lee Skwarek updated here.
We saw and played alot of stuff at the show, check out our impressions here.
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Congratulations to Mike B. who took home 1st, and a HUGE thank you to all who donated and competed!
I thought allowing all control types and both consoles would make running the tournament a nightmare… quite the contrary.
Call it luck, but we had 32 entrants split 50/50 between the two consoles. The level of maturity and patience amongst competing gamers of all ages was incredible, there wasn’t a match I saw end without a friendly handshake (or headbutt, James K. knows what I’m talking about).
We raised just under $200 and a box of food for Winnipeg Harvest, pats on the back are in order.
A special thank you to the guys from Chip Damage who had PNPs back at the tournament without us even asking.
-Lee
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PNP Games Portage will be hosting a SUPER STREET FIGHTER IV Tournament to raise money for Winnipeg Harvest!
June 5, 2010 1:30pm it’s going to be a Street Fight!
Sign-up starts at 12:30pm!
Entry fee: $5 or a non-perishable food item (or a few) to be donated to Winnipeg Harvest!
In the first round you will be matched up with someone of your like control choice (Controller or Stick).
Controller Choices:
-Street Fighter Fight Pads
-PS3 Dual Shock 3s
-Hori Pro EX Arcade Sticks
You MAY bring your own controller/stick from home but it must be okayed with a judge before the tourney begins.
(You are also responsible for taking care of your own controller/stick)
*Should two combatants meet with conflicting control options (i.e. 360 ctrl vs. PS3) they will engage in a best of 5 console spanning match. This is only possible in the last few matches so it won’t slow down the tourney too much.*
Format: 2/3 Rounds, 2/3 Games, Double Elimination,
99 Seconds, No Handicap
Console: PlayStation 3 / Xbox 360
Rules: If the players do not agree on a stage within 15 seconds, the match will be random stage select.
Character and Ultra selection is blind pick
Note: (Blind does NOT mean random, it means opponents don’t know each others picks before the match).
Winner must keep the same character and ultra.
Prizes!
40 dollars in store credit for the winner!
20 dollars in store credit for the runner up!
Send any questions to l.skwarek@pnpgames.com.
*Reminder: Because the game is rated T, entrants under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult*
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NHL 94 tourney is a wrap!! Congrats to Matt S, who came in first place, and Braden S, who took second place! Big thanks to everyone who made it down and raised money for Winnipeg Harvest!
NHL ‘94 Tournament 3-stars:
Third star – Braden S. (32 goals)
Second star – Graham H. (35 goals)
First star – Matt S. (51 goals)
Be sure to check back for news regarding our next tournament!
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Like saving money? Hoping to add some games to your 360 or PS2 library? Well, you’re in luck!
All month long at both PNP Games locations, you can save 10% on all used Xbox 360 and PlayStation 2 games. We’ll be adding stock daily so be sure to check back often and make sure you grab all the titles you’re looking for!
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Retro hockey fans, lace up your skates and get ready to hit the ice to raise money for Winnipeg Harvest on May 15th as PNP Games McLeod presents the NHL 94 SNES tournament. The rules are as follows:
- Each player must select one team and play through the entirety of the tournament with their chosen team.
- Line changes will be turned off but players will have 60 seconds before each game to setup their preferred line of players. It is important to know your key lineup before you arrive!
- Periods will be set to 5 minutes due to time restrictions.
- Penalties will be turned on but offsides will be disabled.
- Goalie control will be set automatic but each player will have the option to go manual if desired.
- Use of the “puck stopping trick” will not be tolerated and anyone caught doing it will be disqualified from the tournament.
- Players will be randomly seeded as they arrive. However, in the second round, players with most points will be sorted to determine home ice advantage.
- Players cannot under any circumstances pause the game while play is in progress, only while at a faceoff.
- Be advised that any rules may be modified at the discretion of PNP Games management in the interest of fairness.
To enter the tournament:
- We require a minimum $5.00 donation for Winnipeg Harvest
What you can win:
- First place: $40 store credit redeemable at either PNP Games location
- Second place: $20 store credit redeemable at either PNP Games location
When / where it’s going down:
- Registration begins on 12:00pm, May 15th @ the McLeod location of PNP Games
- The tournament will begin @ 1:00pm
- Late registrations will be permitted until the end of the first round
If you have any comments, questions or concerns, please contact Mike (m.haynes[at]pnpgames.com) for all the info.
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Congratulations to Eric Sunstrum and Mat Olson who won the Smash Brawl Tournament! We ended up raising over 150 dollars for Winnipeg Harvest (And a box of food)! Thanks to everyone who participated!
Photos and the final standings will be posted on Facebook!
Hope to see you all at future PNP Games Tournaments!
-Lee
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PNP Games 2609 Portage
Super Smash Brothers Brawl Tournament
Saturday, February 20th, 2010
You’ve been asking for over a year, and now it’s finally here. We will be holding a SSBB Tourney to help raise money for the Winnipeg Harvest. All you need to enter is at least a $5 donation and your game face.
Rules are as follows:
-Matches will be 2 vs. 2 so bring a friend!
-Your partner and you will be exclusive for the duration of the tournament, feel free to also come alone as we can partner you up with other single entries (The last Smash Bros. tourney we had was won by two complete strangers after all!)
-No character restrictions, use whomever you want, whenever you want.
-Matches will be Stock (or Life) based, with each combatant having 3 Stock at the beginning of the match.
-The point system is based on how many Lives each player has at the end of the match, so try to keep both members of your team alive!
-All matches will be played with Wired GameCube Controllers on predetermined stages.
-Item Switch will be turned ON, with all items set to Normal Frequency. (Be prepared to fight for Smash Balls)
-Work together for a common prize!
-Each member of the winning team gets $35 dollars each in store credit, a parting gift, and a special prize TBA!
-The runners up will receive $10 dollars each in store credit and an awesome parting gift!
-Registration starts early at 12:00pm.
-Late entries are permitted until the official end of the 1st round.
-Because the game is rated T, entrants under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
-The Brawl to End Them All will begin at 1:00pm!
-All teams are rotated according to a point based system to ensure the fairest matches possible.
If you have any questions please contact l.skwarek@pnpgames.com, or call either location for details!
See you there!
-Lee
Stage Reveal:
Round 1 – Delfino Plaza
Round 2 – Green Hill Zone
Round 3 – Hyrule Temple (Melee Stage)
Round 4 – Spear Pillar
Round 5 (Semi-Finals) – Shadow Moses Island
Final Round – Castle Siege
Bonus Round – Hint: We have one final stage to visit, there can only be one champ in the end!
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We’re hiring! We are looking for a full time employee with a great work ethic, attention to detail, desire to succeed, and most of all: an amazing knowledge of all things video games. Applicants must: Be 18+, have a valid full driver’s licence, own transportation, and ability to work flexible hours at either location. …To apply, drop off a resume AND fill out an application at either of our stores.
This is a full time position only. Part time applicant’s will not be considered at this time. Starting wage is $9/hr, with the opportunity for bonuses, incentives, and more!
-Ryan
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Hey everyone! Sorry for the lack of posting, been kinda nuts over the holiday season. Either way, happy belated holidays (or upcoming depending on what you celebrate) and welcome to 2010! We just got a restock on classic systems such as NES, SNES, and N64. Games are expected to be restocked by Thursday evening at both stores.
Also, both locations are now back on regular hours. Please note that we have updated McLeod’s regular hours to match those of Portage. Both stores have the exact same hours now:
STORE HOURS:
Monday-Friday: 10:00am-9:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am-7:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm-6:00pm
-Ryan
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