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Looking to build up your community? Event Requests let organizers team up to host a circuit, award points or prizes to players, and bring hype to more grassroots events. Tag an organizer or community you'd like to see a league for!

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start.gg @start.gg · 21/09/2026

Since releasing the app last month, we've made over 100 quality of life improvements, feature tweaks, and bug fixes all across the site. And now, we have a new place to keep up with all the changes. Check out our new Updates page below to learn more!

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start.gg @start.gg · 14/09/2026

It's Quality of Life Week at start.gg! 🛠️ We've gathered some of your most requested QOL changes and are knocking them out one-by-one. Let us know what else you'd like to see, and check back daily for more changes!

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start.gg @start.gg · 03/09/2026

Copying tournaments just got a lot easier! - Auto-update your tournament's name and dates - Copy your contact details, short URL, hubs, and more - Publish your tournament with a single click

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start.gg @start.gg · 21/08/2026

we got startgg in anime before gta6

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start.gg @start.gg · 21/08/2026

It's time for a trip down memory lane! Relive over 13 years of Melee history, now with all of SSBMRank in one place for the first time ever. start.gg/SSBMRank

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start.gg @start.gg · 18/08/2026

More app updates are out now! - Improved Android app with better compatibility and notification handling (update from the Play Store) - Pages can now be refreshed by swiping down - Stream and station info is now included in match called notifications - Multiple visual improvements and bug fixes

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start.gg @start.gg · 13/08/2026

Thanks for all the support and feedback on the app! We have multiple updates already out and coming soon: Android: Better compatibility with other devices and a more native experience like the iOS version (update coming soon) iOS: Support for back and forward swipe gestures (out now)

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start.gg @start.gg · 12/08/2026

The start.gg app is here. The full site in your pocket, mobile-first design, and notifications so you never miss a match. Download today at start.gg/app

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start.gg @start.gg · 07/08/2026

Our new ranking pages have been fully translated into every language we support! You can also now choose whether online and team events display in the "Recent Placements" section under each player when submitting a ranking.

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start.gg @start.gg · 07/08/2026

Saw the Supernova reveal and still want more? We've got your covered! The top ten of SSBMRank Summer 2026 is here. Check the article below to read about the top ten best Melee players of the year so far, or catch up the entire ranking: start.gg/SSBMRank

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start.gg @start.gg · 06/08/2026

SSBMRank Summer 2026 concludes TONIGHT with a live countdown of the top 10 at Supernova! Head on over to @vgbootcamp.bsky.social on Twitch at 8:30 PM ET tonight to see the best Melee players of the year revealed live, and check out the reply below for a special honorable.

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start.gg @start.gg · 05/08/2026

The competition is heating up with SSBMRank Summer 2026! Today we look at 11-20, a strong group of players from established veterans to modern day tournament mainstays Check it out at start.gg/SSBMRank

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start.gg @start.gg · 04/08/2026

SSBMRank Summer 2026 starts TODAY! Join us as we begin the countdown of the best Melee players of the year so far, starting with 21-30 Check it out at start.gg/SSBMRank

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start.gg @start.gg · 31/07/2026

Rankings on startgg just ranked up. Our new ranking pages are built to tell the stories that make competition special. Showcase your players' victories, tell their history, and celebrate your community in the process.

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start.gg @start.gg · 30/07/2026

🍀 Feeling lucky? You can now view @lucky7smelee.bsky.social Ranks directly on start.gg! Summer rankings season is officially here, and we've got much more to come! Stay tuned for more info on new ranking features dropping soon.

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start.gg @start.gg · 30/07/2026

Summer is here and so is SSBMRank! Find out the best Melee players of the year so far with SSBMRank Summer 2026. The countdown begins on Tuesday, August 4th and ends Thursday night with a LIVE reveal of the top ten at Supernova!

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start.gg @start.gg · 10/07/2026

Our community doesn't just compete - they build! From powerful third-party tools and websites, to in-depth guides from veteran TOs like @cagt.gg and @allentoing.bsky.social, check out our Community Resources page below! help.start.gg/en/articles/14174511-community-resources

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start.gg @start.gg · 15/05/2026

Venue internet got you down? Try Offline Mode for Start.gg by @jmlee337.bsky.social! This offline-first client lets you see and report matches offline, then syncs online once internet is back. You can even grant per-pool access to report matches from other browsers on your local network!

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start.gg @start.gg · 07/05/2026

We're excited to announce that SSBMRank and UltRank 2026 will be powered by Start.gg! And it doesn't stop there - we're also leveling up all rankings on Start.gg with new features later this year. Check out our blog below to learn more!

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start.gg @start.gg · 01/05/2026

Question: How much can you automate? Answer: Yes. S.M.A.R.T. by @teampolygon.bsky.social uses computer vision, mods, and a whole lot of smarts to auto-report start.gg match results, update your stream, and cut videos for multiple platform and fighting games.

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start.gg @start.gg · 24/04/2026

Ever wondered what you can do with our API? Look no further than @lucky7smelee.bsky.social for inspiration! Lucky Stats is a comprehensive Melee analytics platform featuring player statistics, rankings, tournament results, and even seeding via our API.

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start.gg @start.gg · 20/04/2026

Search just got an upgrade! Our new Advanced Search lets you set your location, apply updated filters, and customize your search between tournaments, leagues, and hubs much faster than before. Learn about this and more in our new Balance Patch article below!

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start.gg @start.gg · 02/04/2026

Good news! We've moved back to the support system we used before, so support will now be easier and smoother for everyone. Check out our support site at help.start.gg, or reach out via the blue support button on the site's sidebar or support@start.gg!

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start.gg @start.gg · 27/03/2026

Support your locals, now with in-game rewards! We've teamed up with @2xko.riotgames.com to award exclusive titles, skins, and credits for playing or winning in eligible tournaments Find upcoming events or apply for your event at start.gg/league/2XKO

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start.gg @start.gg · 30/01/2026

This is it. SSBMRank 2025 concludes by presenting the best Melee players of 2025. Want to know who made #1? Find out at start.gg/SSBMRank

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start.gg @start.gg · 29/01/2026

We're nearly there! Today SSBMRank 2025 looks at 11-20, a group filled with regional favorites, Top 8 mainstays and some of the strongest players the scene has to offer. Check it out at start.gg/SSBMRank

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start.gg @start.gg · 28/01/2026

SSBMRank 2025 is back at it, today with 30-21! Featuring electric new talent, godslayers and all-around explosive players, today's edition is one you do not want to miss. Follow along at start.gg/SSBMRank

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start.gg @start.gg · 27/01/2026

SSBMRank 2025 heats up as we look at 40-31! Old favorites and the new wave of Pikachu players highlight today's entry. Check it out at start.gg/SSBMRank

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start.gg @start.gg · 26/01/2026

SSBMRank 2025 continues today with 50-41! We start off the second week with a bang by looking at rising talent from all across America. Check it out at start.gg/SSBMRank

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CEO Fighting Game Championships @ceogaming.org · 25/01/2026

#CEO2026 Registration and Hotel Block is now live! CEO Returns to the Rosen Shingle Creek on August 14-16! Event info: ceogaming.org/ceo Register right now: start.gg/ceo Hotel & Travel: ceogaming.org/ceo/hoteland... Most important links in the replies!

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start.gg @start.gg · 23/01/2026

The first week of SSBMRank 2025 winds down as we look at 60-51! We cap off the first half of the list with some of highest-placing debuts on this year's ranking. Check it out at start.gg/SSBMRank

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start.gg @start.gg · 22/01/2026

SSBMRank 2025 continues on with 61-70! Today we highlight a group of players representing various scenes across America and beyond. Find it at start.gg/SSBMRank

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start.gg @start.gg · 21/01/2026

Competition ramps as SSBMRank 2025 returns with 71-80! Today we look at a group of returning competitors from different generations, and a few new faces. Check it out at start.gg/SSBMRank

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start.gg @start.gg · 20/01/2026

SSBRMank 2025 is back today with 81-90! Today's entry highlights regional heroes and character specialists from across North America. Check it out at start.gg/SSBMRank

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start.gg @start.gg · 19/01/2026

SSBMRank 2025 starts TODAY! We begin the count down the hundred best Melee players of the year with 100-91, an eclectic mix of hidden bosses, familiar faces and mid-tier heroes. Check it out at start.gg/SSBMRank

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start.gg @start.gg · 16/01/2026

Announcing SSBMRank 2025! Join us January 19th as we begin the countdown of the top 100 Melee players of the year. Before we get started, let us introduce Mr. 101 below!

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Evo @evo.gg · 10/12/2025

Introducing the complete tournament lineup for #Evo2026.

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start.gg @start.gg · 05/12/2025

Bringing a friend to the next major? You can now purchase multiple tickets at the same time, including multiple competitors with their own accounts! Organizers can enable this under the Advanced Settings in Tournament Passes.

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start.gg @start.gg · 28/10/2025

Apologies for the intermittent downtime today. This and other recent outages have all been the result of a series of DDOS attacks. We're working with Cloudflare to mitigate these attacks and ensure as little disruption to tournaments as possible.

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start.gg @start.gg · 27/10/2025

Our latest Start.gg Balance Patch is here! See the latest on our updated mobile design, event groups, payment methods, mixed mode, and more! blog.start.gg/balance-patch-october-2025-79e3e59dc041

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Balance Patch: October 2025

This month’s Balance Patch includes multiple improvements to registration, payment options, mobile UI, and more! We’ve also added some new…

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start.gg @start.gg · 14/10/2025

Payments on start.gg have leveled up! Now attendees can pay through Google Pay, Apple Pay, and over 20 other international and regional payment methods that organizers can enable through Stripe. Learn more at help.start.gg/article/payment-setup

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start.gg @start.gg · 01/10/2025

Introducing Event Groups, now available to all organizers! Event Groups allow you to organize events into separate groups, customize the order events are displayed in, and even set separate registration limits for each group.

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TheHadou @thehadou.com · 29/09/2025

From Slashback, to Roundhouse, to R.I.S.C, Max Mode, Beast in the East, Midwest Mixfest, Central Florida Face-Off, D.I.Y., SQ, C3 & many more, we’re seeing a welcome new era of regional events growing quickly in the US. Find one, or build one, near you and get some games in.

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start.gg @start.gg · 08/08/2025

Saw the Supernova reveal but still want to learn more? Check out the article of the top 10 players of SSBMRank Summer 2025 to read up on the best players the year has to offer: start.gg/SSBMRank

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start.gg @start.gg · 07/08/2025

We're nearing the end of SSBMRank Summer 2025! Today's feature highlights 11-20, a diverse group of tournament threats from all over the globe Click the link below and don't forget to tune in at 8:30 pm ET tonight for the reveal of the Top 10, live at Supernova!

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start.gg @start.gg · 05/08/2025

SSBMRank Summer 2025 continues! Today we look at 31-40, a group featuring some lightning fast spacies from all over America. Follow along at start.gg/SSBMRank

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start.gg @start.gg · 04/08/2025

SSBMRank Summer 2025 kicks off today! Join us as we count down the 50 best Melee players of the year so far, starting with 41-50 Check it out at start.gg/SSBMRank

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