GAMING ATTRACTIONS

This is your arena. From casual couch play to heated tournament rounds, the Gaming Zone is where rivals unite and legends are made. Jump into TEKKEN 8, Mortal Kombat, Street Fighter, and more. Hosted by the Texas Gaming Empire and sponsored by the US Army.

Friday
5pm – Guilty Gear Strive
6pm – Mortal Kombat 1

Saturday
12pm – Tekken 8
2pm – Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
3pm – Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves

Sunday
12pm – Mario Kart Deluxe 8
1pm – Street Fighter 6

Let’s talk game. Get behind the voices, lore, and mechanics that keep you playing. From voice actor Q&As to fan-led debates, these panels are built by gamers, for gamers.

Roll the dice, pull up a chair, and jump into some tabletop fun. Battle Ground Games and Hobbies is hosting open board game play all weekend—just drop in and get rolling.

Japanese arcade classics are taking over Anime HQ. All weekend long, fans can play rare, imported games from Retroware Arcade—no quarters, no catch, just free-to-play fun. Whether you’re chasing high scores or trying something totally new, this is your chance to game like you’re in Tokyo.

Your next quest? A paintbrush. Join Craft Loft at the Paint & Take Station for free mini D&D figurine painting—no XP required. While supplies last: Friday 5–8PM, Saturday 11:30AM–5:30PM, Sunday 12–4PM in the TTRPG section, Level 1 SE Lobby.

Saturday, August 9 at 6:30PM at the Creators Stage

Welcome to Crits & Giggles, where improv meets epic quests and anything can happen. Armed with your suggestions and a d20, this chaotic crew of comedians builds a fantasy tale from scratch—complete with dramatic turns, unexpected twists, and questionable choices. With the Game Master leading the charge, get ready for a show that’s part dungeon crawl, part comedy gold.

From fantasy brawls to space-age standoffs, Convention Foam Fighting turns your show day into an epic battle. Weapons provided. Bragging rights earned. Fights run all weekend long.

Shuffle up and head to the Tabletop Gaming Area in the Level 1 SE Lobby. Bring your own deck or try one of our starter sets—Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon, Lorcana, and more. Play, trade, and meet fellow TCG fans all weekend long.

Join our Gaming Cosplay Meetups to take the ultimate group photo and slay enemies with your killer looks. Check the schedule closer to the show to see when your party will gather.

You must have rolled a natural 20 because we've got some epic gaming finds on our show floor. Whether you're looking for your next pair of dice or a collectible figure of your fave champion, our vendors have you covered.