What is CFGC?

CFGC stands for Collegiate Fighting Game Conference. We’re here to bring the competitive spirit and support seen with other collegiate esports titles to the realm of fighting games. A lot of schools have competitive Smash scenes, but we want to spread the love to other games, too. We’re a group of fighting game fanatics that want to bring in and bring up the next gen of fighting game competitors. We want to give you the tools you need to step into high-level competition!

Wait...Do I need to be a pro?

Not at all! CFGC is here to support players at all levels of play. New players all start at the same level, and matchmaking leading up to the end of the semester will adjust as you win or lose. If you’re new to fighting games, we know that competition can be daunting. No shame in being new, though! As the season progresses, ELO ranking will be adjusted and your competition will get closer to your level. Between seasons, ELO will carry over, and your season will be off to an even smoother start!

What games does cfgc support?

Right now, the titles we support are:

• Street Fighter 6

• 2XKO

• Tekken 8

• Guilty Gear: Strive
  

As new games release, we’ll make sure to look out for other titles to include. Have a request? Reach out to info@cfgc.gg , and we’ll be sure to get back to you ASAP.

Okay, but like, where do I start?

If you want to play in the CFGC, there are a few criteria:

• You MUST be a college student. No excuses. This includes graduate students.

• You must currently be enrolled to your college/university. We ask every competitor to submit their current/upcoming schedule as proof they are actively enrolled.

To sign up, there will be a form every competitor will have to fill out, along with paying your competitor fee.

What’s the cost?

To support our growing CFGC community, we’ve introduced a $50 Competitor Fee. This fee helps fund prize pools, casting talent, community initiatives, and other essentials. Everyone benefits from a stronger, more vibrant, better-supported community. If you are paying for multiple students in one group, please contact info@cfgc.gg . Also, if you are signing up 9 or more students in a group, the cost will ONLY be $400. No more.

How much time will this take?

Going forward, participation in CFGC will require about two hours per week. We’ll be enforcing our updated rules—complete with clearly defined DQ procedures, graduated penalty tiers, and an appeals process—to promote fair play, uphold standards, and ensure our community and our players continue to thrive.

The tournament format is…?

For everyone new 

Think of CFGC’s format like competitive chess: everyone starts at a base of 1000 ELO points. You’ll be placed into Round-Robin pools of 3–4 players at or above your ELO, and each match is a full Best-of-5 set (you play all five games, win or lose). After each set, you’ll receive one of three possible scores: 5-0, 4-1, or 3-2, and earn ELO accordingly: the more games you win, the bigger your point gain, and defeating higher-ELO opponents nets you an extra boost. This structure ensures balanced pools, rewards consistency, and keeps skill progression clear and fair for everyone.

For returning players 

Your ELO rating carries over from last season, so you’ll immediately face opponents at—or above—your skill level, ensuring competitive matches from the get-go. Don’t worry; this carryover won’t impact playoff eligibility. Every player still has an equal shot at the postseason based solely on pool performance. For a deep dive into how our ELO system calculates ratings and rewards wins, check out our article here.

How do I get on stream?

Be on the lookout for information regarding our streams!

Do you all have merch?

Yes! Feel free to check out our merch page here.

My school doesn’t have a fighting game team… Can I still represent them?

Yes! CFGC supports all individual players, as well as those that are part of a competitive school roster. If you are a part of an esports team, club, etc., we are happy to incorporate them and shout them out if possible. If your school has restrictions on their name or acronym being shared on stream or online, please let a CFGC team member know or have a representative reach out to info@cfgc.gg .

Can I join the team?

Applications to join the CFGC Team will go out on a rolling basis as needs change.

My question’s not here. Who can I ask?

Feel free to reach out to info@cfgc.gg .