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This city has always belonged to the underdogs…the hustlers, the artists, the dreamers, the misfits. We channel that energy to build something powerful: a community where marginalized people can come together through play, find safety in connection, and unlock new paths through technology and joy. We're not just gamers, we’re builders of safe spaces, breakers of barriers, and believers in the power of fun to fuel real change.
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Press Start at Kinowerks!
Kinowerks, 5645 N Ravenswood, Chicago, IL, USMUST REGISTER HERE: https://luma.com/u8gj94kl
## Kinowerks x Second City Gaming: Press Start
Friday, April 3 · 7:00–10:00 PM
Distributing over $300 in prizes! All attendees will receive two free opportunities at winning big!Join Second City Gaming and Kinowerks for the launch of Press Start, a new event series centered on gaming, community, and the power of play.
We’ll have game consoles set up throughout the space, an open bar, and plenty of room to meet fellow gamers, creatives, and community builders. Whether you’re competitive, casual, or just curious, come hang out, play a few rounds, and connect with others who believe games can bring people together.Second City Gaming is building an inclusive gaming community in Chicago, using play as a way to foster connection and positive impact beyond the screen. As a creative hub for artists and storytellers, Kinowerks sees gaming as another powerful form of shared creativity and collaboration, making it a natural place to host the first Press Start.
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$15 Pre-Sale
$20 at the Door
Grab a drink, pick up a controller, and help us press start on something new.Stay Connected with Second City Gaming
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