Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sajam Slam?

Sajam Slam is a fighting game event that pairs up professional fighting game coaches and amateur streamers in a team format to show off all levels of play in the genre. Streamers are paired up with fighting game veterans to help prepare them to fight each other in a 5v5 event, where each player plays against a streamer of similar skill. The goal is to show off every single level of play, and show why fighting games are so fun to play! You can read more about Sajam Slam here.

When is Sajam Slam 5?

Sajam Slam 5 takes place online from June 16 to 29, 2025.

  • Jun 16 - 25 - Training period
  • Jun 25 - Round Robin 1
  • Jun 27 - Round Robin 2
  • Jun 29 - Team Finals

Each competition day starts at 3pm PT and is streamed on twitch.tv/Sajam. To find out the complete live schedule, check the main page.

How can I sign up for Sajam Slam 5?

If you are interested/eligible, please fill out the signup sheet. Signups will close on Sunday, June 15. Sajam will choose and contact participants that week. Please only sign up for yourself (do not submit an application for somebody else), and only sign up if you can commit to the training and competition days (June 16-29).

What are the eligibility requirements?

  • Must be in North America from June 16-29
  • Must play on PC/Steam
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Must be a streamer/content creator (all sizes are welcome)
  • Must be able to attend EVO 2025 if your team qualifies for the prize

What is the format for Sajam Slam 5?

Players are divided into teams based on their skill level; each team has one player from each of the four skill brackets, ranging from total beginner to more experienced. Each team works with their pro player coach to learn the game, practice strategies, and demonstrate how fun fighting games can be when you learn with like-minded friends.

After a week of practice, all teams will participate in three competitions: Round Robin 1, Round Robin 2, and the Team Finals. In each event, players will face other players in the same skill bracket. Players earn points in the two Round Robin events for their team, which decides seeding into the double elimination Team Finals tournament to decide the Sajam Slam champion.

Sajam Slam 5 features Street Fighter 6 as our main game.

What are the rules for Sajam Slam 5?

  • Platform: PC/Steam
  • Region: North America
  • Team Size: 4 Players + 1 Coach
  • Match Format: ALL players and coaches will play in each Round Robin, starting with the newest player to most experienced and finishing up with the coach's match. Teams earn 1 point for each win in Round Robin #1 and 2 points for each win in Round Robin #2. In the Team Finals, players play until their team has won 3 sets, and the remaining sets (if any) will be skipped.
  • Time Per Round: 99 seconds
  • First game will have the stage chosen randomly.
  • Winner must keep the same character. If a player loses a game, they may change character and/or stage, and they are free to change characters when starting a new set.
  • Games Per Set: Best 2 out of 3 games per set (FT2)
  • Sets Per Match: In the Round Robin events, all players and coaches play in every match, trying to earn points for their team. In the Team Finals, a team advances once they have won 3 out of 5 sets.
  • In the event of a tied game ending in a "Double K.O." or a "Draw", the match will not be counted and will be replayed with the same character and stage selections.

What are the prizes for Sajam Slam 5?

The top two placing teams from Sajam Slam 5 will win a paid trip to Las Vegas for the EVOLUTION Championship Series 2025 thanks to our partner Capcom Entertainment. We will announce the full list of prizes at a later date.

Can I suggest (streamer/coach) for Sajam Slam 5?

If a streamer is interested in playing in Sajam Slam 5, please ask them to fill out the signup sheet (open until June 15, 2025). Please do not fill in the sheet on someone else's behalf. Our coaches have already been selected.

How can I sponsor or provide prizing for Sajam Slam?

Send an email to [slyonnn at the mail service provided by Google] and we'd be happy to discuss details.

Where can I watch Sajam Slam?

Sajam Slam is streamed on twitch.tv/Sajam and all VODs are uploaded to Sajam's YouTube. If you'd like to find information about any past Slam, we've documented all the results and VODs for you on the Past Slams page.

Can you host a Sajam Slam for (insert game name)?

We choose games based on what everybody wants to play. If many streamers are interested in playing that game, we might do it in the future!

How can I play in the next Sajam Slam?

A sign-up form for each Slam goes live about a month before the event begins. Stay tuned to SajamSlam.com and @Sajam on Twitter to learn when the next Slam is announced!