Esports

GGLeagues

Norwalk has partnered with GGLeagues to bring esports events to our community! Join today and play your favorite video games against other players from Norwalk and surrounding communities. We have a place for players of all ages and gaming backgrounds.

What is GGLeagues?

GGLeagues is the premier recreational esports organization that empowers communities through gaming. We work with communities, universities and other organizations to help put together safe and fun leagues for everyone to play games.

 

How does GGLeagues work?

Whether you are competing in a league or a tournament, you will need to own the game, have access to the internet, and be excited to have a great time! You will receive a schedule with the days/times of each match, compete against local players, and create lasting friendships.

Games & leagues for everyone (Ages 8-12, 13-18, 18+)

We have a wide variety of games available that are approved by your local organization. All leagues will be split into age divisions and some leagues will have skill divisions split out.

 

Creating a secure space

Ensuring the safety of everyone competing at GGLeagues is extremely important to us. Our trained referees and league admins are always present during matches to keep everyone safe and games fair.

 

Getting setup

Our process is simple. You register for the event you would like to participate in. We have multi-week leagues and single day tournaments to choose from. Regardless of which option you choose, you will be invited to a kickoff session before the event and given a calendar of your match days and times.

Registration: April 25 - June 26, 2022 Online Registration for Esports Season Pass
Cost: $40.00 resident/$46.00 non-resident *A player only needs to purchase 1 season pass which will unlock all the games offered in the Winter season. If the game is team based, all players will need to purchase a season pass. Location: At your own home! Program days/times: July 11 - August 29, 2022

Monday

Game: Madden 21

System: PS4 with Playstation Plus Subscription

Day of the Week/Start Date: Monday, July 11, 2022

Time and Age Division: 7:00pm-8:00pm (Youth Division: 8-12)

8:00pm-9:00pm (Teen Division: 13-18)

9:00pm-10:00pm (Adult Division: 18+)

Game: Madden 21

System: Xbox One with Xbox Live Subscription

Day of the Week/Start Date: Monday, July 11, 2022

Time and Age Division: 7:00pm-8:00pm (Youth Division: 8-12)

8:00pm-9:00pm (Teen Division: 13-18)

9:00pm-10:00pm (Adult Division: 18+)

Game: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

System: Nintendo Switch with Nintendo Switch Online Subscription

Day of the Week/Start Date: Monday, July 11, 2022

Time and Age Division: 7:00pm-8:00pm (Youth Division: 8-12)

8:00pm-9:00pm (Teen Division: 13-18)

9:00pm-10:00pm (Adult Division: 18+)

Tuesday

Game: Fortnite 1v1

System: PC, Nintendo Switch, Playstation, Xbox

Day of the Week/Start Date: Tuesday, July 12, 2022

Time and Age Division:
*No Youth Division due to Fortnite License Change

8:00pm-9:00pm (Teen Division: 13-18)

9:00pm-10:00pm (Adult Division: 18+)

Wednesday

Game: Rocket League 1v1

Skill level: Beginner

System: PlayStation, Xbox, PC, Nintendo Switch

Day of the Week/Start Date: Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Time and Age Division: 7:00pm-8:00pm (Youth Division: 8-12)

8:00pm-9:00pm (Teen Division: 13-18)

9:00pm-10:00pm (Adult Division: 18+)

Game: Rocket League 1v1

Skill level: Competitive System: PlayStation, Xbox, PC, Nintendo Switch

Day of the Week/Start Date: Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Time and Age Division: 7:00pm-8:00pm (Youth Division: 8-12)

8:00pm-9:00pm (Teen Division: 13-18)

9:00pm-10:00pm (Adult Division: 18+)

Game: Rocket League 3v3 Skill level: Competitive

System: PlayStation, Xbox, PC, Nintendo Switch

Day of the Week/Start Date: Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Requirements: Teams must come registered with a TEAM OF 3 or the city can assign the players to a team

Time and Age Division: 7:00pm-8:00pm (Youth Division: 8-12)

8:00pm-9:00pm (Teen Division: 13-18)

9:00pm-10:00pm (Adult Division: 18+)

Game: Rocket League 3v3 Skill level: Beginner

System: PlayStation, Xbox, PC, Nintendo Switch

Day of the Week/Start Date: Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Requirements: Teams must come registered with a TEAM OF 3 or the city can assign the players to a team

Time and Age Division: 7:00pm-8:00pm (Youth Division: 8-12)

8:00pm-9:00pm (Teen Division: 13-18)

9:00pm-10:00pm (Adult Division: 18+)

Thursday

Game: Super Smash Bros

System: Nintendo Switch with Nintendo Switch Online Subscription

Day of the Week/Start Date: Thursday, July 14, 2022

Time and Age Division: 7:00pm-8:00pm (Youth Division: 8-12)

8:00pm-9:00pm (Teen Division: 13-18)

9:00pm-10:00pm (Adult Division: 18+)

Friday

Game: Fortnite 2v2

System: PC, Nintendo Switch, Playstation, Xbox

Day of the Week/Start Date: Friday, July 15, 2022

Requirements: Teams must come registered with a TEAM OF 2 or the city can assign the players to a team

Time and Age Division:
*No Youth Division due to Fortnite License Change

8:00pm-9:00pm (Teen Division: 13-18)

9:00pm-10:00pm (Adult Division: 18+)


Game Descriptions: Fortnite Fortnite 1v1 and 2v2

Created by Epic Games, Fortnite is a Battle Royale (BR) where 100 players land on a constantly shrinking map. The goal? Eliminate other players using skills and weapons around the map until you are the last one standing. Rated T for Teens. Fortnite can be played on any current-day game console or PC. In Fortnite 1v1, players will play three games with their opponent as their duo partner in a duo battle royale. The player that gets the most kills over three games wins the series.  Players must keep track of both their kills and their opponent's kills for both games. Make sure you take screenshots of your kills at the end of the games in case of a dispute! At the end of these games, players will report the score via the GGLeagues match chat. The Ruleset for Fortnite will be e-mailed to participants after the registration deadline, or you may call the office to receive them beforehand.
Madden 21 Madden21 Published by EA Sports, Madden is a simulation of real-life Football matches, featuring all 32 NFL teams, and a team management mode to create your own team of football stars. Madden includes detailed playbooks and stats. Rated E for Everyone. Madden leagues will have two types of leagues: PS4 Leagues, and Xbox Leagues. This means that players will need to play in either the PlayStation league or the Xbox league. Registrants will join their Madden leagues based on which gaming console they own, and would like to play the game on. Registrants must have an Xbox Live, or Playstation Live, subscription in order to play. The Ruleset for Madden21 will be e-mailed to participants after the registration deadline, or you may call the office to receive them beforehand.
Rocket League

Rocket League 1v1 and 3v3

Created by Psyonix, but owned by Epic Games, Rocket League (RL) can best be described as soccer with race cars. Two teams play against each other to score and defend goals. Rated E for Everyone. Rocket League may be played on any modern-day consoles. Beginner: This league features two players competing against each other in the default gamemode, soccar. The beginner league is intended for Rocket League players not as well versed within RL matches and playing against others. All players ranks in Rocket League must be silver or below. Competitive: This league features two players competing against each other in the default gamemode, soccar. The competitive league is intended for seasoned Rocket League players, familiar with competing and playing more experienced opponents. The average rank for this division is gold or above. The Ruleset for Rocket League will be e-mailed to participants after the registration deadline, or you may call the office to receive them beforehand.
Super Smash Bros. Super Smash Bros Created by Nintendo, Super Smash Bros Ultimate involves different fictional characters from various franchises in media, battling it out on a floating island in a 1v1 style game. SSB is rated T for Teens. Registrants must own a Nintendo Switch, a subscription to Nintendo Online, and a copy of Super Smash Brothers Ultimate. Instructions on how to create the game, and settings for the game, can be found in the SSB Ruleset.  The Ruleset for SSBU will be e-mailed to participants after the registration deadline, or you may call the office to receive them beforehand.