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The annual Gen Con Art Show highlights the incredible talent and creativity of artists from the fantasy, sci-fi, comic, and gaming genres and beyond. This year, we are excited to highlight the exceptional work of Tran Nguyen, Mark Tedin, and Scott Fischer. Get to know these remarkable individuals, marvel at their captivating creations, and visit their exhibits […]
Get to know Megan Lara, the extraordinary artist behind the Gen Con program book cover art. How many years have you been showcasing your work at Gen Con? I’ve been fortunate enough to show my work in the Gen Con Art Show for six years (including this one)! I haven’t been able to attend since […]
The tabletop gaming world is built on storytelling—full of brave heroes, dark forests, and unexpected twists. It’s no surprise that many gamers are also book lovers, because both hobbies invite us to dive into worlds far beyond the ordinary. Whether you’re rolling dice or turning pages, you’re stepping into an epic tale. Jackie Martin, the […]
For International Writers’ Day, we’re celebrating the voices who bring worlds to life at the Gen Con 2025 Writers Symposium! The Writers Symposium brings together top authors, editors, and publishers for in-depth panels, workshops, and networking sessions that rival any dedicated writing convention. To mark this day, we’re spotlighting three incredible writers who will be […]
Yesterday marked the official launch of Fanroll’s Catan Masterpiece Series Kickstarter, and Fanroll is thrilled to introduce these upgrades to the board game community. Fanroll worked with the Catan team to reimagine each element of the classic game and create a line of premium upgrades. The CATAN Masterpiece Series started with just two words: What […]
We have the pleasure and privilege of hearing from one of our Gen Con staff members about how board games are an integral part of her life, especially during the extremely difficult time when Hurricane Helene hit North Carolina last year. Ash Freestone is our Convention Operations Specialist, who you’ll see running around Gen Con […]
As we brew with enthusiasm for Gen Con 2025, take a look back at all the Sun King Beer collabs from the past 10+ years. Ale of Destiny | 2012 – The Ale of Destiny was crafted from the blood of an Onyx Dragon. We battled monks from three different monasteries to procure the yeast […]
Gen Con isn’t all about gaming. Every year, gamers give back to the community, which is a key part of The Best Four Days in Gaming™! Gen Con’s balloon sculptures have become a beloved tradition, with charity proceeds supporting a new organization each year. On the last day of the convention, fans eagerly bid for […]
Featuring Winners from the Save Me a Seat Giveaway. Gen Con TV is no stranger to thrilling moments, but last week’s Actoroke episode brought something truly special: a night where chaos and community collided in spectacular fashion. The stars of this unforgettable show? Our Save Me a Seat giveaway winners, who claimed their spots at […]
While board games are at the heart of Gen Con, our annual convention offers up so much more for the hungry, nerdy soul. This blog post is now the sixth in our series featuring all things beyond games at Gen Con. Today, this post focuses on the experiences of Renee from Honest and Unbiased, a […]