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[VIC] Big LAN IX Charity Gaming Tournament Tickets: $14.85 Console/AFK, $22.55 BYO PC (Was $20/ $30) @ The Big LAN (Mitcham)

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[VIC] Big LAN IX Charity Gaming Tournament Tickets: $14.85 Console/AFK, $22.55 BYO PC (Was $20/ $30) @ The Big LAN (Mitcham)
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AssociatedJabob on 17/06/2023 - 19:43 thebiglan.com (1126 clicks)
OZBARGAIN

Hey Guys,

The Big LAN is back in Mitcham, Victoria! It's going to be our biggest and best event yet!

We've got tournaments for some of your favourites games and over $20,000 in prizes from our sponsors!

We think The Big LAN represents great value for money as every ticket includes entry to all our tournaments, lunch and dinner, as well as exclusive discounts from some of our sponsors.

We're also bringing back all your favourite AFK activities like the Lego Building Station, Art Corner, VR machine, Pass the Parcel and more! We'll also be adding some awesome Nintendo 64 game tournaments!

Date: July 1st, 2023
Location: Mitcham Baptist Church (8-12 Simla St, Mitcham) with free parking available
Time: 10AM - 10PM
Cost: $20 - Console/AFK | $30 - BYO PC ($14.85/$22.55 with discount)
Food: Fully catered at no extra cost.

This event is 18+ only and is a drug and alcohol free event.

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  • Figure8 on 17/06/2023 - 20:50

    No SC or SC2?

    • AssociatedJabob @ THE BIG LAN on 17/06/2023 - 20:51
      +7

      The list of games on the website is not exhaustive. If there are people that want to play Starcraft at the event, we will run it.

  • KenDiaMoi on 17/06/2023 - 21:08

    What do people do at these lans, last time I went was like 15 years ago.

    What games are played

    • AssociatedJabob @ THE BIG LAN on 17/06/2023 - 22:13
      +2

      We play games, eat food, and do heaps.

      There is a list of games on the website but we have everything from PC games, console games, board games, eating challenges, lego building comps, Virtual Reality games, etc.

  • [Deactivated] on 17/06/2023 - 21:14
    +13

    Is deodorant optional at this event

    • AssociatedJabob @ THE BIG LAN on 17/06/2023 - 22:14
      +35

      We do have industrial strength air conditioning and air filtration. And we have never had an issue with this in the past. But if there was an issue a member of the team would happily deal with it.

      • [Deactivated] on 17/06/2023 - 23:35
        +42

        This was a more professional quality reply than I deserved

  • RubenM on 17/06/2023 - 21:33

    I did not think LANs would still be a thing!
    I remember going to one over 20 years ago!

    • AssociatedJabob @ THE BIG LAN on 17/06/2023 - 22:14
      +1

      They are just as good as ever!

      • RubenM on 18/06/2023 - 01:00

        I think it's great! Enjoy!

  • drprox on 17/06/2023 - 21:38
    +6

    I just wanted to offer my support. In this instance you appear to literally be doing 'god's work'.

  • ZJack on 17/06/2023 - 22:20
    +1

    Really naive question, but how does this work with pc security? I’m just a hobby gamer and don’t feel confident in my knowledge and ability to secure my windows PC to prevent somebody on the LAN from accessing my files or spreading a virus onto my pc

    • AssociatedJabob @ THE BIG LAN on 17/06/2023 - 22:27
      +8

      Most of this is handled on our end. Our network setup is quite extensive.
      Unless you actively share your files with other people, you're pretty safe.

  • capslock janitor on 17/06/2023 - 22:48
    -2

    Any explanations on about those tickets

    • AssociatedJabob @ THE BIG LAN on 17/06/2023 - 22:51

      I'm not sure what you mean.

      The Console/AFK ticket get's you access to all aspects of the event that don't require you to bring your own device (console games, board games, VR, Lego, food, pass the aprcel, etc.)

      The BYOC get's you access to everything.

      And the Rent-a-PC get's you access to everything and we will provide a PC for you.

  • frankfu1122 on 17/06/2023 - 23:01

    Wish we had something like this in NSW

    • AssociatedJabob @ THE BIG LAN on 17/06/2023 - 23:04
      +5

      We are hoping to run one in Sydney next year, so stay tuned!

      • N30NF15H on 18/06/2023 - 07:45
        +1

        Brisbane? 😁

        • AssociatedJabob @ THE BIG LAN on 18/06/2023 - 12:12
          +1

          No set plans, but hopefully one day. The biggest issue is getting the equipment up there as it's too far to drive, and too big to just take on a plane.

  • BuyoTheCat on 18/06/2023 - 00:32

    what is on the menu foodwise?

    • AssociatedBryan Hayes @ THE BIG LAN on 18/06/2023 - 02:03
      +5

      BBQ for lunch, pizza for dinner, both included in your ticket cost. Extra fried food including doughnuts and potato cakes on sale all day as well.

      • mrz4697 on 18/06/2023 - 02:13

        Vegetarian pizzas available?

        • AssociatedJabob @ THE BIG LAN on 18/06/2023 - 02:37
          +5

          Yep, vegetarian options available for both meals.

  • soupiejr on 18/06/2023 - 01:49
    +2

    Are there pictures of previous LAN events? I'd like to see what kind of setup is available. Chairs, tables, buffet table, etc.

    • AssociatedBryan Hayes @ THE BIG LAN on 18/06/2023 - 02:09
      +7

      Lots of photos from our prior events on the site, just hit the events option up the top and then select a prior date.
      This photo gives you a decent look at the chairs and tables: https://www.thebiglan.com/img/thebiglan7/1.jpg

      For serving food we actually have a full kitchen with a servery rather than a buffet table.

  • brokenglish on 18/06/2023 - 02:53

    I’m more impressed that the church let the space to you until Saturday night!

    • AssociatedJabob @ THE BIG LAN on 18/06/2023 - 12:11
      +3

      We gotta pack up reeeeal quick.

  • Oipjo on 18/06/2023 - 04:33
    +8

    Some of my fond memories in youth include putting on a big spread, drinks; and having 5-7 of the nearest pals helping to lug their 20kg PCs, half with flat screens, the others with 15kg CRTs all set up and playing Battlefield Vietnam/Battlefield 2/Unreal Tournament/Supreme Commander/Dawn Of War a whole weekend straight. Worst possible network switch, plenty of powerboards daisy chained. One friend had a pedestal fan strapped to the side of his case because it was such a PoS.

    Dawn of War was always the best! And there were always plenty of BS kills in shooters - parents were more-or-less rather forgiving at the 3am rage!
    Internet slowly killed the fun, half of us have kids now, and separated by distance, and time, but the memories forever remain. I hope to do this for them one day.

    • noscopedJFK on 18/06/2023 - 09:21
      +2

      Well said and hit me in the feels

    • Telios on 18/06/2023 - 09:48

      Playing Supreme Commander with the silent agreement with your friends to not attack each other early and building up enormous armies before smashing them together and everyone lagging and laughing so hard

  • DontNeedThis on 18/06/2023 - 07:37

    No fortnite?

    • AssociatedJabob @ THE BIG LAN on 18/06/2023 - 12:11
      +2

      No fortnite.

  • coathanger007 on 18/06/2023 - 09:12

    You guys just had one at Beaconsfield Baptist church close to where I am. Just missed it. When is the next Beaconsfield event? Is this yearly?

    • AssociatedJabob @ THE BIG LAN on 18/06/2023 - 12:11

      No set timeline on Beaconsfield Baptist but we do hope to continue running there on occasion, maybe once or twice a year. If you subscribe to our mailing list on the website (or follow any of our socials) we'll make sure everyone knows about them.

      Our events in Mitcham are the main deal though.

  • Snake47x on 18/06/2023 - 09:41

    Can you add some fighting games such as Mortal Kombat, Street Fighter, etc.? These are very easy to host on console, 1 vs 1 and can have knockout stages with group of contestants.

    • AssociatedJabob @ THE BIG LAN on 18/06/2023 - 12:09

      We are going to start trialing some additional fighting games, but we currently don't have all the equipment to do it properly (we are hoping to for Big LAN 10) but if people are able to bring their own equipment and copies of the game we can definitely make something happen.

  • poormansfriedchicken on 18/06/2023 - 09:51

    Any minecraft players here?

    • AssociatedJabob @ THE BIG LAN on 18/06/2023 - 10:15

      Yeah, we have Minecraft at the event. There is a dedicated server at the event for it.

  • Xxmilker69xX on 18/06/2023 - 11:05

    Prizes aren't listed?

    • AssociatedJabob @ THE BIG LAN on 18/06/2023 - 12:08

      Prizes are released gradually as we approach the event.

    • QuickToThePointless on 18/06/2023 - 12:56
      -2

      pizza vouchers
      cartons of 3L coke/doritos/rexona/shower gel
      star wars tees
      anko brand trackies
      usb gadgets - fans/vacuums etc
      desktop mini fridge
      beard oil

  • MiniMoo on 18/06/2023 - 11:40

    Are we playing pass the parcel with Lucky's Dad's rules?

    • AssociatedJabob @ THE BIG LAN on 18/06/2023 - 12:08
      +1

      Great question, we do a hybrid. We don't guarantee it will land on everyone, and some people might get multiple goes, but we do have some lollies in most of the layers. But definitely the big prize is in the middle.

      • MiniMoo on 18/06/2023 - 12:12

        Nation of squibs!
        XD

  • Blackadda on 18/06/2023 - 16:31

    Can I bring u18's with me if I am supervising them? (on their own ticket)

    • AssociatedJabob @ THE BIG LAN on 18/06/2023 - 16:36
      +2

      Hey, can you please shoot me a DM through our Discord or Facebook page. We tend to deal with these situations on a case by case basis.

  • containsmsg on 18/06/2023 - 18:55

    When does the ozbargain code expire?

    • AssociatedJabob @ THE BIG LAN on 18/06/2023 - 20:32

      Tonight is the last night to get the early bird + ozbargain discount. After tonight the early bird pricing finishes but you will still be able to use the ozbargain code for 10% off. But it will be 10% off full price.

  • kippei on 19/06/2023 - 06:47

    Cheers jabob

  • TheFIREnanceGuy on 19/06/2023 - 11:23

    Hi OP, just wondering if the lans are tournaments? The reason I asked is that I noticed aoe2 de is running for only 2 hour which is basically only four games max so don't think that is long enough.

    • AssociatedJabob @ THE BIG LAN on 19/06/2023 - 11:37

      Hey, the finish times are just rough guides for people's planning. They will be full tournaments and will go for as long as required. But we list it like that so the average gamer knows what they might be able to enter.

      E.g. most people that enter the AOE2 tournament will be able to join Tetris or Rocket League after lunch, but a final or semi final for AOE may still be running.

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