George R. Brown Convention Center | May 30 - June 1, 2025
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Welcome to Dream Con Gaming

Welcome to the Dream Con Gaming Hall!  A celebration and timeline of retro to modern gaming with a new age feel.

This premier destination is designed for casual and hardcore gamers of all kinds.  Visit Dream Con’s Gaming Hall and Entertainment area Our a new and improved activations will surely have whatever you need.

Contact us at gaming@dreamconvention.com

NOTE: All tournaments, activities, policies, and protocol are subject to change at staff discretion without notice.

Location

GEORGE R. BROWN CONVENTION CENTER

Hours

TBA

Arcade Games

Dungeons & Dragons

  • Dungeons & Dragons is a tabletop game of storytelling, strategy, and chances that can lead to infinite possibilities.
  • As of right now we are looking for experienced volunteer Dungeon Masters who are willing to run one shots at Dream Con to take our dreamers on adventures.

Dungeon Master Application

Werewolf

  • Werewolf is a murder mystery social deduction game akin to Among Us and Mafia. Will the towns people find the werewolf or will the conniving werewolf kill everyone before anyone finds out?
  • As of right now we are looking volunteers to host Werewolf games.

Werewolf Application

Pokemon TCG

  • 1 v 1 Tournament 
  • Bring Your Own Pokémon TCG Deck
  • Tournament Ran Until Completion
  • 10 Sign Ups or Below–Best of 3 Rounds
  • Over 10 Sign Ups–Swiss Rounds Best of 1 Rounds until Top 8 Best of 3 Rounds
  • Prizes: Pokémon Booster Box: Temporal Forces, Pokémon Booster Box: Paradox Rift

Pokémon TCG Application

VR Games

Dungeons & Dragons

  • Dungeons & Dragons is a tabletop game of storytelling, strategy, and chances that can lead to infinite possibilities.
  • As of right now we are looking for experienced volunteer Dungeon Masters who are willing to run one shots at Dream Con to take our dreamers on adventures.

Dungeon Master Application

Werewolf

  • Werewolf is a murder mystery social deduction game akin to Among Us and Mafia. Will the towns people find the werewolf or will the conniving werewolf kill everyone before anyone finds out?
  • As of right now we are looking volunteers to host Werewolf games.

Werewolf Application

Pokemon TCG

  • 1 v 1 Tournament 
  • Bring Your Own Pokémon TCG Deck
  • Tournament Ran Until Completion
  • 10 Sign Ups or Below–Best of 3 Rounds
  • Over 10 Sign Ups–Swiss Rounds Best of 1 Rounds until Top 8 Best of 3 Rounds
  • Prizes: Pokémon Booster Box: Temporal Forces, Pokémon Booster Box: Paradox Rift

Pokémon TCG Application

Tabletop - subject to change

Werewolf

  • Mafia/Among style gameplay.
  • Find the werewolf or kill everyone as the werewolf
  • Sign up for moderator below

View our Sign Ups

Dungeon & Dragons

  • Go dungeon crawling with your friends
  • The only real limit is your imagination and the game master
  • Sign up for game master below

View our Sign Ups

Gaming FAQs

How do I sign up for the DreamCon tournament?

Visit our “Gaming Page” under the “Explore” tab on the Dream Con website to register for tournaments, learn more, and stay up to date. For additional updates about tournament availability, please join our discord server or follow us on social media for announcements.

Can my organization, game focused project, or video game be exhibited or hold space within the Gaming Hall?

Please email us at gaming@dreamconvention.com and tell us about your project, organization, or video game project. We review all inquiries on a case by case basis to ensure appropriate cohesion with the Dream Con mission and family friendly audience.

Can my child between the ages of 5 - 17 participate in the tournament?

Please review our Age Policy/ Restrictions regarding child procedures and policies located on the Dream Con FAQ page.

I want to participate in the tournament but my badge was purchased under another person’s email. Can I still sign up to participate in the Gaming Tournament?

Yes. Please be sure to check with badge registration for Dream Con to ensure your access into Dream Con prior to signing up/ paying gaming tournaments entry fees. If you can confirm your registration, you may enter into the gaming tournaments. Please be sure you perform the additional necessary registration activities for the available gaming tournaments.

Additionally, bring your registration credentials as well as the email that was used for registration with you to confirm your identity at the Dream Con event and gaming tournament. Review the Dream Con FAQ page for more information.

I have recommendations for the Gaming Hall /Gaming Tournament?

Thank you so much for your patronage and support! Please send all recommendations to our discord server in the “suggestion-box”. Title your response “Gaming-Dept” and then type your message.

Do I need a badge to participate in the gaming tournament? What badge do I need to participate in the gaming tournaments?

Yes. A standard admission badge of any type is required before entering and will be cross-checked with the GrowTix database to ensure enrollment. For more information about Dream Con badges, please visit the Dream Con FAQ page.

Do I need to pay a fee to participate in the Gaming Tournaments?

Yes. All tournaments have a separate entry fee that must be paid. Please note the entry fee is non-refundable under every circumstance; even if a competitor is unable to secure an admission badge in a timely manner. Please pursue at your own risk.

Can I enter more than one Gaming Tournament?

Yes. However, you will need to pay a separate entry fee for each tournament you desire to participate in. Please see the additional information associated with each tournament on our Gaming Hall Page.

What if my friend bought my badge and the badge doesn’t have my name on it? Can I still enter the gaming tournament?

Please be sure to check with badge registration for Dream Con to ensure your access into the Dream Con Convention prior to signing up/paying gaming tournaments entry fees. If you can confirm your registration, you may enter into the gaming tournaments. Please be sure you perform the additional necessary registration activities for the available gaming tournaments. Purchases are non-refundable.

Additionally, bring your registration credentials with you to confirm your identity at the Dream Con event and gaming tournament.

Does Dream Con have a “seeding” procedure for Gaming Tournaments?

Dream Con does practice seeding procedures. However, all tournaments vary in structure, design, etc. and may not offer seeding procedures. If this is a concern for you, please be sure to stay updated on the Gaming Hall Page for more details regarding the individual tournaments as the event draws closer.

Have more questions about availability, badge info, pick-ups, etc.? Check out the frequently asked questions for more information. For any questions not on the FAQ please contact us at info@dreamconvention.com.

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