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I’ve been attending Gen Con for three years, so I wanted to try some new things and make a positive impact. Let’s recap five things I did for the first time at Gen Con 2025. The first and most impactful thing I did was host a panel entitled “Creating Welcoming Spaces” with a colorful cast […]
While board games are at the heart of Gen Con, some of the most magical moments happen when you sit down with strangers and turn into collaborators, rivals, and friends. That makes the First Exposure Playtest Hall (FEPH) such a special part of the convention. It is where creators and players meet, ideas come alive, […]
Gen Con is the undisputed Best Four Days in Gaming™. The energy, the community, the discovery—it’s like no other experience. But once the dice are packed away and the last badge is tucked into the memory box, the inevitable question arises: what do we do between Gen Cons? If your answer is “play more Dungeons […]
Gen Con is almost here, and we’re not just showing up — we’re opening a doorway to the IV Studio Universe! We’ve got three brand new game launches, a timeline on the brink of collapse, and a weekend of nonstop events. From shiny games to designer meetups and luxurious promo bags, Room 136 is everything […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]