RetroGameCon: Spring brought a full day of gaming excitement to the newly expanded ELITE Gaming Arena in downtown Syracuse. This one-day convention was packed with activities for all ages, featuring free play zones, tournaments, vendors, panels, stage events, cosplay, kids crafts, and more — all celebrating gaming culture past and present.
The main stage kept the energy high with Rock Band Karaoke, music from DJ Silenze, NES 40th Anniversary Trivia, and a Cosplay Stagewalk. Fans also had the rare opportunity to attend voice actor panels with special guests Peter Jessop, Cissy Jones, and Bill Lobley, sharing stories from the world of video games and animation.
In the Dunkin Lounge, guests competed in free esports tournaments for Super Smash Bros. and Mario Kart, with winners taking home exclusive prizes — including a free 3-day pass to RetroGameCon this October.
The entire event was live streamed on our Twitch!
RetroGameCon: Spring was a perfect blend of nostalgia, community, and competition — and a highlight of the season at ELITE.