Origins Game Fair has been in existence since 1975, but if this is your first-year attending you may be feeling overwhelmed with all that Origins offers. With over 200 exhibitors it’s no surprise! Whether you attend one day or all five, you can take part in open gaming or a wide variety of scheduled games, including tabletop, miniatures, roleplaying, live-action roleplaying, card games. and more! So, what should I expect? Games and fun for the whole family! Here are some tips that will make your time at Origins the best it can be. ~ Welcome to Origins ~
For 2017, Origins Game Fair is June 14-18. Early bird registration closes on Wednesday, May 31 at 1pm EST. This is an exciting experience for you to discover the magic of an entire convention center full of gaming and game-related activities and we look forward to seeing you there! For more information and to pre-register visit www.originsgamefair.com ~ Origins in Ohio ~ Since 1996, Origins has been held at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. Events are happening all around you, and the Convention Center is massive. Fortunately, there’s an information booth right near the Registration Area with friendly, knowledgeable folks on hand to point you in the right direction. If you enter the Convention Center at the entrance closest to the Hyatt, the Registration Area will be right in front of you, along the left wall. If you enter from any of the other entrances, you’ll want to go to the main hallway and turn right, heading towards the long escalators. Don’t worry, there will be a map showing you where everything is, as well as dozens of helpful staff people and volunteers to ask questions at any time! ~ Get Packing ~
As anyone who has gone on a road trip knows, making sure to bring the essentials can make or break the excursion. The same can be said about attending Origins. If you do decide to bring a backpack, including water and protein snacks can ensure you stay hydrated and energized while gaming! You can also tote along your favorite games, dice, and even paper and pencils. A benefit of the convention center being so close to the hotels is that you can take a load to your room throughout the day so you don’t have to lug around a 50lb bag! ~ Game Outside the Box ~
Whether you’re into board games, roleplaying games, or miniatures, one thing to take away from Origins is to try something new! There are over 200 exhibitors which means a chance to explore games you wouldn’t otherwise discover. Most booths at Origins are set up to run demos, however, there are thousands of family-friendly events where the rules are taught and newcomers are more than welcome and encouraged to participate! ~ Registration 101 ~ While pre-registration isn’t mandatory, it does have its benefits. The event schedule will be posted on March 8, and for sale on May 3. By pre-registering for games, it guarantees you a seat at the table and lets the organizer or game master know they should be expecting you. Another thing that you can pre-register for is events. Not only do you get a discount on your badge fee, but those who pre-register can avoid the on-site registration line, retrieve their badges and tickets, and get to gaming much quicker than on-site registrants!
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