PacifiCon Game Expo Day 1 - Board Game Con and Protospiel - Santa Clara

Pacificon Game Expo is happening Labor Day weekend! This board game convention runs all sorts of the game-related and geeky events, along with a plentiful game library and open gaming space, with a great community vibe.

Of special note to this group is the Protospiel board game playtesting area running every day of the convention! This is your chance to try new board / card / tabletop games in development, get feedback on your own prototypes, and get advice on the game industry. Designers and interested players welcome, no experience needed.

Cost: This event if FREE, but you MUST have a Pacificon day or weekend pass to enter the convention.

Location: Santa Clara Marriott - 2700 Mission College Boulevard, Santa Clara, California, 95054. Protospiel is in California Ballroom 1-3.

Hours: The con is open from Friday morning until Monday evening. The Protospiel will be officially open during the following hours:

• Friday: 12pm-11pm
• Saturday: 9am-11pm
• Sunday: 9am-11pm
• Monday: 9am-3pm

Participation: Any designers and interested players are welcome to attend, no experience needed.

Designers can run their prototypes of tabletop games on any open tables. Tables are generally not reserved and not exclusive - designers are expected to share table access with other designers throughout the con. There may be some scheduled playtests that were submitted online through the convention website well in advance. Prototypes can be in any stage. Playtesting is the focus, don't run games that are finished or not open to changes. Event staff reserve the right to exclude prototypes that are deemed inappropriate or offensive.

Players can hop in any games that interest them. This is your chance to see creative new ideas and make an impact on their gameplay. As an extra incentive, players can win sweet raffle prizes.

Point Team Lead: Scott Caputo