Good Buy, Hello?
I missed out on a promo item from Gen Con (I wasn't going to wait in the stupid-long line for X hours to have a shot), so I just went to eBay and ordered it on the Friday of the show from the comfort of my tablet. I got a...
Part 5: A Heartfelt Thank You To Our Fans
Our fans are the lifeblood of our company. Their enthusiasm, support, and love for our games are what drive us to continue creating and innovating. I am profoundly grateful for the community that has grown around our games and for the passion that our fans bring to the table. ...
Recommendation: Kimtech Science Kimwipes Delicate Task Wipes
If I had $50 and I had to make a wager, I suspect that a decent number of you who are reading this – probably, like, at least six folks – wear glasses. One challenge I've had for decades is keeping them clean; the plastic portals covering my eyes attract...
The Forums Turn 20!
The Steve Jackson Games Forums went live on August 14, 2004 – that is, 20 years ago today! Since their debut, they've attracted over 35,000 members, who've written more than 2 million posts. They're the best place to discuss our games with our staff and your fellow gamers, so why...
Bite Your Buddy In Munchkin Bites!
We're less than 100 days away from Halloween, and for many of us, it's time to get spooky! It is safe to say that while we love all Munchkin, we each have a favorite version. Mine is Munchkin Bites! Why? Because vampires, of course. While the years of vampire...
Gen Con Means Community
What makes Gen Con such a magical event? What is it about the" Best Four Days In Gaming" that draws people from all over the world? Why is it so important for so many? Trying to explain Gen Con to people outside the gaming community can be a challenge....
Naming Your Sessions?
Here's a weird question for the tabletop RPG folks: Does anyone else struggle with naming their sessions? If so, what do you do with them? For some campaigns – say, episodic space opera or super-hero fare – it feels thematic to introduce an adventure with a catchy title: "Tonight's adventure:...
New Hotness And Classic Choices: Gen Con Booth Sales Saw Both
What do you bring to a convention? Logistics can be tricky even for attendees, but I had no idea how complicated they could be for exhibitors until I started working at Steve Jackson Games. There are the practical concerns, of course – the booth structure itself, shelving, the POS system...