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Gathering of Gamers, a Book on the History of Gen Con and Tabletop Games

Have you ever wondered about how modern gaming got to where it is today?  Are you interested in hearing some of the stories from game conventions that have helped shape gaming to what it is today? Do you want to learn more about how your Gen Con attendance has contributed to gaming history? The new […]

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Meet the Featured Authors From the 2025 Writers Symposium

The Gen Con Writers Symposium features the best in fiction writing and offers programming that rivals any literary convention. Authors and publishers host panels, seminars, and workshops focused on the craft of writing. Get a sneak peek at all the Writers Symposium authors attending Gen Con this year! Aaron Rosenberg FacebookBlueskyInstagram Arley Sorg FacebookXBluesky Brady […]

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Gen Con Block Party 2025

Your Helpful Guide to All the Eats, Food Trucks, Drinks, and More Outside the Indiana Convention Center on South Street! The annual Gen Con Block Party takes place on South Street and offers a celebration for Gen Con attendees and the local Indy community. For many, the Gen Con Block Party is a time-honored tradition that sets […]

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How To Trade Your Hoard of Cards with TCG Player

If you’re going to Gen Con, I’m going to guess you might like trading card games. You’ll probably come home with some booster packs. You might even have some boxes stashed in your attic. If for whatever reason you find yourself with a dragon’s hoard of cards, you might be interested in knowing what they’re […]

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Avalon Hill Brings Newness from Elizabeth Hargrave, Joe Manganiello, and More 

Get ready for our most impressive Gen Con line up yet. From expansions to exclusive reveals, this year we’re bringing it all to the table. You’re going to want to hang out with Avalon Hill at Gen Con this year—trust us. We partnered up with powerhouse designer Elizabeth Hargrave on a brand-new title coming in 2026, […]

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Terri-Nichelle Bradley Is Full-STEAM Ahead for Gen Con

Meet Terri-Nichelle Bradley, the visionary behind Brown Toy Box and Brown Toy Box Foundation, one of the Official Charity Partners of Gen Con 2025. Brown Toy Box Foundation is creating the next generation of Black innovators, leaders, and artists, one scholar at a time. Brown Toy Box collaborates with partners and individual dream catalysts to […]

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Tabletop Gaymers Celebrate 10 Years

In celebration of Tabletop Gaymers 10th Anniversary, we talked with Justin Nauman, the president of Tabletop Gaymers. Dive into this Q&A to prepare for all Gaymer activities at Gen Con this summer. How did Tabletop Gaymers begin? Tabletop Gaymers started as a Yahoo Group called “Gaymers,” where LGBTQIA+ gamers could share stories, network, and plan […]

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No XP Required: Sewing for Gamers, Cosplayers, & Curious Creators 

From dice bags to damaged costumes, Pintuck & Purl is here to show that sewing deserves a place in every gamer’s toolkit—and it’s a lot easier (and more fun) than you think.  We’re thrilled to return to Gen Con 2025 for the second year. We’re bringing sewing machines, creative energy, and a mission to make […]

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Come Party With Hasbro! 

Hasbro Games brings an all-star roster of new games to the party with something for everyone! Quick-play card games, quirky conversation games, edgy drinking games, and more!  Get a sneak peek at nine games coming to Gen Con 2025. 1. Beat the Heat Looking for a game to spice things up? Not, like, smiling devil emoji spicy, but quick-to-learn, […]

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A Dragon’s Tale of Sweet Victory: Limited Edition Squishy Genevieve

Once upon a time, in the vibrant realm of an unnamed land, where forests whispered secrets and rivers danced, there lived a dragon named Genevieve. Unlike most dragons, Genevieve was a gentle giant with shimmering red and gold scales and a heart as warm as a summer’s day. Looking for a new vacation destination, Genevieve […]