CTRL
CTRL IS COMING
CTRL the Experience
Most gaming experiences are isolated, online, and disconnected from real community. Gaming should not only happen behind closed doors. It should create community, belonging, opportunity, and culture in real life.
CTRL the community
We understand that people don’t just want another event. They want a place to belong, compete, be seen, and build real connections.
CTRL is designed as a live gaming ecosystem that blends:
Tournaments
Free Play
Branded Experiences
Student and Community Engagement
Local Business Promotion
Neighborhood-Centered Programming
It turns gaming into a tool for connection, activation, and visibility.
CTRL the Venue
CTRL tournaments and events take place in the:
Game Room
Howard Gittis Student Center
Temple University
1755 N. 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
South Building Entrance
Located in the heart of campus, the Game Room is one of the most energetic gathering spaces for students — a place where recreation, competition, and social life naturally come together.
Must be Registered to Enter.
CTRL the Leagues
CTRL isn’t just an event — it’s communities that evolve with every generation of gamers. From the first time a student picks up a controller in middle school to the moment adults reconnect with the games of their youth, CTRL grows with the player.
Middle CTRL
“Play. Learn. Connect.”
Here, play meets purpose — Middle School students explore problem-solving, collaboration, and positive social interaction through safe, structured gaming environments.
High CTRL
“Compete. Connect. Create.”
It’s where High School students discover community and purpose through play. channels teenage passion for gaming into healthy competition and cultural expression.
Collegiate CTRL
“Level Up Together.”
Celebrates gaming as both culture and connection. Fusing nightlife, music, and gaming into one unforgettable experience — where students unwind, compete, and build lasting friendships.
Adult CTRL
“Take Control of the Night.”
The evolution of play — a nightlife experience for grown-up gamers, creatives, and pop culture fans.
Blending nostalgia, music, drinks, and play through games that shaped you.
CTRL the Experience
Most gaming experiences are isolated, online, and disconnected from real community. Gaming shouldn't happen behind closed doors. It should create community, belonging, opportunity,
and culture in real life.
CTRL THAT Works
People want connection, recognition, and fun experiences that feel social, local, and meaningful.
Show Up
Attend a CTRL event, tournament, campus activation, or neighborhood gaming experience.
Play & Connect
Compete, free play, meet new people, discover local brands, and engage with the community around you.
Level Up
Earn recognition, build presence, return for future events, and become part of a growing gaming-powered community.
CTRL THE Competition
CTRL tournaments bring players together in a live environment where skill, strategy, and personality take center stage. CTRL transforms gaming from a solo experience into a shared competition that the whole room can feel.
These tournaments create energy, excitement, and friendly rivalry while giving players a chance to test their skills, build recognition, and connect with other gamers in the community.
CTRL THE GAME
Sports games are about strategy, timing, and knowing the game inside and out. CTRL sports tournaments allow players to compete head-to-head in structured matchups that mirror the intensity of real sports seasons and playoff runs.
Players can compete in popular titles including:
Madden NFL
NBA 2K
EA Sports FC
NHL
CTRL THE FIGHT
Every move matters, every combo counts, and every match is decided by focus, reflexes, and mastery of the game. CTRL fighting tournaments bring the classic arcade spirit back to life by putting players face-to-face in fast, high-energy matches where the crowd becomes part of the moment.
Featured fighting titles:
Street Fighter
Tekken
Mortal Kombat
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
CTRL THE CROWD
Matches are played on large screens, spectators gather around the action, and the room fills with excitement as players advance through the bracket.
Players experience the thrill of competition, while the audience enjoys the drama, rivalries, and big moments that only live gaming can create.
CTRL the Room
For Gamers
Compete, connect, and be part of something bigger than the screen... That's bigger than the moment.
For Students
Meet people, build community, and participate in events that blend culture, fun, and competition.
For Sponsors
Reach engaged audiences through immersive experiences people actually want to attend.
CTRL the moment
Media Days are part of the broader PHL Fest ecosystem, a network of experiences designed to celebrate the people, creativity, and leadership across Philadelphia. All leading up to the CTRL tournaments.
Images created during Media Days may be used to:
Enhance personal profiles
Support community storytelling
Showcase local talent
Feature individuals in PHL Fest campaigns and events
Participants leave with images they can use inside the PHL ecosystem and across the world.
CTRL the Arena
Whether you're a casual player looking for fun competition or a skilled gamer ready to prove yourself, CTRL tournaments create a place where everyone can play, compete, and be part of the moment.
Join the tournament.
Claim your spot.
Take CTRL.
