Get ready for the most epic gaming event of the year, folks! 🎉👀 Game Con Canada and NAGIS are taking over Edmonton, and it’s going to be a wild ride 🎢! From June 19th to June 21st, the Edmonton EXPO Centre will be transformed into a gaming paradise, where attendees can play hundreds of games, meet industry legends, and win some seriously cool prizes 🏆. And, let’s be real, who doesn’t love a good cosplay competition? 🤣
But wait, there’s more! 🤔 Game Con Canada is not just about playing games and looking cool (although, let’s be honest, that’s a big part of it 😎). There will be tournaments, guided TTRPG adventures, and even a Coin Quest that will put your wits and social media skills to the test 📱. And, if you’re feeling extra competitive, you can join the cosplay competition, where industry professionals like Mark Meer and Evil Ted will be judging your costumes 🤡. The grand prize? A whopping $10,000! 🤑
And, because one event isn’t enough, CGMagazine is hosting the 3rd annual Game Con Canada Indie Game Awards on the MEGA stage 🎉. It’s going to be a night to remember, with some of the biggest names in the industry in attendance 🤩. But, let’s not forget about the real stars of the show: the games 🎮! With hundreds of titles to play, you’ll be spoiled for choice 🤯.
Now, we know what you’re thinking: “How much is this going to set me back?” 🤑 Well, day passes for adults will cost $47.25, and weekend passes will cost $113.40 📊. But, let’s be real, it’s worth every penny 💸. And, if you’re feeling extra fancy, you can shell out some extra cash for foam armour workshops and miniature painting 🎨.
But, wait, there’s more! 🤔 NAGIS, the North American Games Industry Summit, is also coming to town 🚀. It’s a chance for studios, publishers, investors, and technology partners to come together and make some deals 💸. And, who knows, you might even spot some industry bigwigs 🤓. Student tickets will cost $100 CAD, industry tickets will cost $235, and VIP tickets will cost $350 📊.
So, there you have it, folks! 🎉 Game Con Canada and NAGIS are taking over Edmonton, and it’s going to be a blast 🎊. Whether you’re a gamer, a cosplay enthusiast, or just someone who loves a good party 🎉, there’s something for everyone 🎊. So, grab your tickets, and get ready for the ultimate gaming experience 🎮! 💥
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