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An Ode to the Gen Con Community, from Sonja Proffit

Every year, more than 70,000 people travel for Gen Con from all over the country. They come to play games, check out the year’s newest releases, and spend time with people who speak the same language of laughter, strategy, and shared passion. When we’re not in the convention center, you’ll find us in hotel lobbies, […]

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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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Beyond Games at Gen Con: Featuring Renee from Honest and Unbiased

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 […]

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Beyond Gaming: Featuring Zazu from ZazuX2 Games

While board games are at the heart of Gen Con, our annual convention offers up so much more for the hungry, nerdy soul. We’ve introduced a new blog series for you, featuring all things beyond games at Gen Con. Today, this blog post focuses on the incredible friendships and bonds at Gen Con, written from […]

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Beyond Games at Gen Con: Featuring Alex from Bored Board Games

While board games are at the heart of Gen Con, our annual convention offers up so much more for the hungry, nerdy soul. We’re introducing a new blog series for you, featuring all things beyond games at Gen Con. Today, Alex from Bored Board Games gives us the top five reasons she continues to come […]

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Beyond Games at Gen Con: Featuring Sonja from This Geeky Life

While board games are at the heart of Gen Con, our annual convention offers up so much more for the hungry, nerdy soul. We’re introducing a new blog series for you, featuring all things beyond games at Gen Con. Today, this blog post focuses on the wonders of the Exhibit Hall, written from the perspective […]

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Beyond Games at Gen Con: Featuring Professor Walt

While board games are at the heart of Gen Con, our annual convention offers up so much more for the hungry, nerdy soul. We’re introducing a new blog series for you, featuring all things beyond games at Gen Con. Today, this blog post focuses on Trading Card Games and Tournaments by Professor Walt. As kids, […]

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Beyond Games at Gen Con: Featuring Teresa from Playin’ A Round Games

While board games are at the heart of Gen Con, our annual convention offers up so much more for the hungry, nerdy soul. We’re introducing a new blog series for you, featuring all things beyond games at Gen Con. Today, this blog post focuses on Event Tickets and demos, written by Teresa from Playin’ A […]

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Gen Con Block Party 2024

Your Helpful Field Guide to All the Eats, Drinks, and More Outside the Convention Center on South Street! In just under two weeks, Gen Con returns to Indy with The Best Four Days in Gaming™! The Block Party you know and love will once again take place at the new location on South Street. The new home […]

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Entrepreneurs Avenue: Announcing the 2024 Marketing Fellowships

For more than 50 years, Gen Con has provided a home for innovative new game companies and a showcase of the best new titles and products in the industry. Entrepreneurs Avenue honors that legacy, dedicating space in the Exhibit Hall for companies making their Gen Con debut, from groundbreaking startups promoting their first game to […]