Tips for Your First (Or 51st) Trip to Gen Con
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Gen Con 2019 is less than a month away!
Let's double-check that everyone is ready for four amazing days of fun and gaming:
Badges purchased? (4-Day Badges are still in limited supply! If you'd like to go all four days, we recommend purchasing soon!)
Events lined up? (More events have been added recently, including additional RPG sessions!)
Planned out your route? (Check out the Interactive and Exhibit Hall maps on the website!)
Have shoes that are broken-in already? (if not, now is a good time to get some so they're comfy by the convention!)
If it's your first time at Gen Con, don't under- or over-schedule yourself: make the most of your time by planning out some games and events and making a list of booths to check out, but also leave plenty of time for wandering and discovery — it's a big show, and can be overwhelming at first, so give yourself some time to explore!
Will Call opens at noon on Wednesday, July 31, and stays open 24 hours a day until the close of the show on Sunday.
The Gen Con Forums are a great place to meet other attendees, ask questions, and get recommendations!
Still have questions? Check out our Attendee FAQ, or shoot us an email at customerservice@gencon.com.
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Catan Starfarers Returns This Fall
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It’s the year 2700 and you’ve been selected to compete for the prestigious title of Ambassador to the Galactic Council. Not just anyone can become Ambassador — you must earn fame and glory by leaving the known universe behind.
What lies in the outer reaches of space? It’s a race to find out as you delve deep into the unknown, discover new solar systems, meet new extraterrestrial lifeforms, and use your diplomacy so they will use their powers to help you. On your travels, you’ll encounter wormholes, merchants, pirates, and more.
A new variable board increases breadth of play and adds an element of surprise. Discover the joy of tricking out your new, more durable Starfarers mothership! Add boosters to fly faster, lock on freight pods to increase your bargaining power, and chase off space pirates with your cannons!
About Catan Starfarers
Catan Starfarers™ is designed for 3-4 players, aged 14 and up. Playtime is approximately 120 minutes. Learn more about this exciting refresh here.
Sponsored post from Catan Studio. |
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Play Square Enix Tabletop Games at Gen Con 2019
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Tomb Raider Legends: The Board Game
Embark on a journey in search of a hidden Artifact as the legendary Lara Croft. Players start with the task of getting to the goal and acquiring the Artifact, while attempting to avoid traps from other players and creatures. With over a dozen possible areas to uncover and a huge number of combinations, each game will send you and your friends on a fun and unique journey into the unknown.
Chocobo Party Up!
Some Chocobo pals have appeared near the Fountain and you aim to invite them to your nest! Lead your Chocobos into the forest and bring the pals to safety. If something goes wrong, your friends will be there to save the day! Inspired by Chocobo mini-games from the Final Fantasy series, come learn this brand-new board game and prove you’re the best Chocobo tracker there is!
Final Fantasy XIV: Gold Saucer Cactpot Party
We’re pleased to present a board game reimagining of the Mini Cactpot, a popular attraction found within the Manderville Gold Saucer from Final Fantasy XIV! Gather your friends and put your deduction skills to the test by placing bets on the shared Cactpot Ticket. You might just end up hitting the Cactpot! All skill levels welcome!
Square Enix will have a sales booth in Event Hall B for those of you looking to buy official merchandise in between your games. You can follow facebook.com/FinalFantasyTCG for more info as it becomes available!
Sponsored post from Square Enix.
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Time you spend with your kids is never wasted. As parents and gamers, Table of Ultimate Gaming makes furniture with the entire family in mind. Create a connection and a pathway toward open communication that can help parents and children navigate the toughest years. Game with your kids. Have fun with them, and they’ll have the tools they need to make it through life. You can use Table of Ultimate Gaming's high-end gaming tables as formal dining room or living room pieces which, in seconds, become the perfect surface for your gaming needs.
Their Elite line tables are sturdy enough for professional use or the kids’ playroom. These tables feature adjustable-depth play surfaces, tabletops that stow in the tables to make pull-out desks, a variety of leg heights, and many different color and decoration options. Warhammer™ and Game of Thrones™ decoration packs are available with the Elite line tables and the super heavy-duty Elite chairs.Those who want a moderately priced option can decorate their homes in a classic European style with the GameChanger line of tables.
Gaming is your passion…and Table of Ultimate Gaming's too. When we make gaming part of family time, everyone benefits. Fred Rogers said, “Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.” Game with your kids, and you’ll set them up for a lifetime of communication and cooperation.
Sponsored post from Table of Ultimate Gaming.
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Ship Your #GenConHaul Home With Ship Naked
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Tired of missing exclusives because you didn't want to carry them around? Tired of having to bring three suitcases just for your game haul? Have a worry-free Gen Con and drop your games at the Ship Naked booth! Their experienced team of packers will securely box your game up and ship it to your home directly from the show.
With an assortment of box sizes available, Ship Naked's staff will help you select the right balance of buffer room, size, and weight, and transfer your box back to their local facility for professional packing and carrier pickup after the show. Don't lug around more than you need to at Gen Con — let Ship Naked handle the hassle, so you can focus on playing games!
The Ship Naked booth is conveniently located just outside of the Exhibit Hall, outside Hall J in the Capitol Highway. We'll be open from 12 pm – 7 pm Thursday through Saturday, and 12 pm – 5 pm on Sunday.
Sponsored post from Ship Naked.
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Board Games and Chill from OffWorld
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Check out the brand-new Board Games and Chill Collection from OffWorld Designs! Relax in gamer style with this line of comfy leisure wear. Available in men's and women's styles and sizes. |
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Gen Con returns to Indianapolis
August 1-4, 2019
Get your badge today at gencon.com!
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