WHAT'S HAPPENED THIS WEEK?
April 4
🎭 Cosplay Royalty Incoming
Cosplayers, assemble! 🌟 We’re beyond hyped to unveil the trio of titans who’ll be presiding over the DreamHack Dallas Cosplay Competition. These legends are set to bring their A-game to the judging panel: Sparkle, Zavage, and Charmanda 🔥
What are the cosplay tiers?
🐣 Youth (Walk-up only)
This tier is all about fun, creativity, and encouraging young talent to shine on stage.
🌱 Novice
New to competing? This tier is perfect for cosplayers just starting to explore the craft.
🎨 Artisan
The Artisan tier is where rising stars push their skills and showcase what they’ve got.
🧠 Expert
This is where the elite face off. If your builds turn heads and your sewing machine is practically an extension of your soul, this is your battleground.
YOU READY SPARTANS?
Calling all Spartans – it’s go time. Team tickets for the HCS Open at DreamHack Dallas are officially on sale!
We’re talking 4v4, $150,000 prize pool.
Team Ticket = Full Send
Team Ticket = Full SendA single $299 team ticket gets your entire squad (up to 5 players) locked in for the Halo Open and full access to the festival. No extra ticket needed. 
Yes, you read that right: one ticket, the whole team. Let’s gooo.
A few things to keep in mind:
A few things to keep in mind:Registration is on start.gg/hcsdh25 (don’t forget to drop your username & ID when buying your ticket)
Roster lock is May 19 at 2PM CDT. Don’t get caught slippin’
BYOG (Bring Your Own Gear): wired controller or M+K, headset with a 3.5mm plug.
Whether you’re here to win or just out for good vibes and a few upsets, we’ll see you on stage.
CREATOR WAVE 3 = LOCKED 🔐
Big news, content creators! The third wave of applicants have been approved for the DreamHack Dallas Creator Hub – now totaling 175 creators! If you’ve applied, keep an eye on your inbox – you might be among them! And guess what? We’re not stopping there. More creators are being locked in soon, so stay tuned.
Why Join the Creator Hub?
The Creator Hub at DreamHack Dallas is your ultimate playground:
Fan Engagement: Meet and interact with your community IRL.
Collaboration Opportunities: Team up with fellow creators and brands to elevate your content game.
Content Creation: Utilize our state-of-the-art Stream Studio to produce live content directly from the festival floor.
Don’t miss out on this chance to amplify your presence in the gaming world. Applications are still open, so if you’re ready to level up, apply now!
MORE ACCEPTANCES!
Artists and indie developers – this one’s for you! 💌
Acceptances for Artist Alley and the Indie Playground have gone out this week, so keep your eyes glued to your inbox. If you’ve been selected, make sure to confirm ASAP. We can’t wait to welcome you to the show floor!
This is your chance to be part of the heart and soul of DreamHack Dallas. More details will hit the website next week – but if you’re in, you’re in. Let’s make magic. ✨
