Dream Con 2025

About

Taking place this year at the George R. Brown Convention Center, Dream Con is an entertainment convention founded by RDCWorld, bringing together fans of video games, anime, sports, movies, music, and pop culture. May 30 - June 1, 2025.

Retro gaming plays a notable but not necessarily central role in Dream Con events, reflecting the convention’s broader focus on anime, gaming, and pop culture while catering to a diverse audience that includes fans of both modern and classic gaming experiences. Dream Con, founded by RDCWorld, emphasizes inclusivity and celebrates a wide range of interests, with gaming as a key pillar alongside anime, cosplay, and music. While the event is known for high-profile gaming activities like the All-Star Super Smash Bros. Tournament, retro gaming integrates into the mix as part of the Gaming Hall, enhancing the nostalgic and communal vibe that resonates with attendees.

Typically, the Dream Con Gaming Hall is described as "a celebration and timeline of retro to modern gaming with a new age feel," according to the official website. This suggests that retro gaming is woven into the event as a historical and experiential component rather than the sole focus. The Gaming Hall offers a variety of setups, including free play areas where attendees can engage with consoles and games spanning multiple eras. While specific retro titles or systems aren’t always detailed in advance, the inclusion of classics like Atari, NES, SNES, Sega Genesis, or Dreamcast aligns with the convention’s aim to appeal to both casual and hardcore gamers across generations. For instance, the emphasis on Super Smash Bros., a franchise with roots in the Nintendo 64 era, hints at a retro influence even in its competitive events, though it’s typically played on modern platforms.

This year, Dream Con is hosting gaming offerings include a Free Play, On-Site, Online Tournaments, Table Top and Card Games. Onsite tournament games include NBA2K25, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Tekken 8m Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and Naruto X Boruto, Street Fighter 6, and Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero. Registration closes May 23, so be sure to register now to participate.

Contact Information

Address:
1001 Avenida De Las Americas
Houston, TX 77010

Email:
info@dreamconvention.com

Phone:
(512) 404-4000

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