Gencon buzz seems much less than last year
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Coreyartus
Explorer
I totally agree with you, die_kluge! I went looking for those other products, and it exposed me to a broader world of product. I like ENnies the process, too.
As far as Gencon--well, look, it's now got a whole 'nother con that's marketed as a twin. Triplets, if you count EuroGencon. I know a lot of people from my area (Southern California) aren't going because there's no point--we're going to have one of our own. Albeit smaller, but sometimes that's better.
I also think the bad logistical problems from last year are making an impact. People are letting their disastisfaction with the lines (and ultimately some-what sour experiences as a result) speak for them. Who wants to go to a Con you can't get into without suffering through unprepared registration? Sometimes smaller is better...
That's really the best way you can ensure change: attend or not. And the buzz is down because people are choosing not to attend, and spending their hard-earned and economy-impacted money on other things--like rent.
There has been a HUGE amount of product on the market lately, with the promise of even more on the way. The summer product push has caught up with the consumer base. Think about it--those little WotC minis can be a big drain on the wallet when you add it all up! I know people who have spent their plane ticket to GenCon in minis--not to mention the plethora of pricey little books and supplements that have found their way onto office shelves... Money, money, money... Somethin's gotta give, and it's GenCon buzz and attendance.
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Coreyartus
As far as Gencon--well, look, it's now got a whole 'nother con that's marketed as a twin. Triplets, if you count EuroGencon. I know a lot of people from my area (Southern California) aren't going because there's no point--we're going to have one of our own. Albeit smaller, but sometimes that's better.
I also think the bad logistical problems from last year are making an impact. People are letting their disastisfaction with the lines (and ultimately some-what sour experiences as a result) speak for them. Who wants to go to a Con you can't get into without suffering through unprepared registration? Sometimes smaller is better...
That's really the best way you can ensure change: attend or not. And the buzz is down because people are choosing not to attend, and spending their hard-earned and economy-impacted money on other things--like rent.
There has been a HUGE amount of product on the market lately, with the promise of even more on the way. The summer product push has caught up with the consumer base. Think about it--those little WotC minis can be a big drain on the wallet when you add it all up! I know people who have spent their plane ticket to GenCon in minis--not to mention the plethora of pricey little books and supplements that have found their way onto office shelves... Money, money, money... Somethin's gotta give, and it's GenCon buzz and attendance.
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Coreyartus
RangerWickett
Legend
Last year I drove to the con with my ex-girlfriend, with whom I shared a room and a bed. This year, I'm crashing with BrooklynKnight and friends.
I'm still hyped about going, but it just . . . won't be the same.
I'm still hyped about going, but it just . . . won't be the same.
Ashrum the Black
Explorer
Ouch.
I read through about 85% of that mess. I'm a little stunned about the amount of venom that was thrown around in there. I guess I just never new there was so much anger that floated around on the ENnies.
Live and learn I guess.
-Ashrum
I read through about 85% of that mess. I'm a little stunned about the amount of venom that was thrown around in there. I guess I just never new there was so much anger that floated around on the ENnies.
Live and learn I guess.
-Ashrum
JesterPoet
First Post
Holy crap! Lots of people have their panties in a bunch!
My two cents (mind you, fair market value is considerably less) is this:
Don't fight about it. Read people's criticisms (yeah, even the jerks) and try to implement good ideas and ignore bad ideas next year.
These are the ENnies, not the Malhavocies or the WoTCees. Do it your way, and if you see a good recommendation, implement it. If you don't, well, make the changes you see fit.
I think people are mostly blowing off steam. I don't think there's going to be a massive support loss as far as the ENnies are concerned.
My two cents (mind you, fair market value is considerably less) is this:
Don't fight about it. Read people's criticisms (yeah, even the jerks) and try to implement good ideas and ignore bad ideas next year.
These are the ENnies, not the Malhavocies or the WoTCees. Do it your way, and if you see a good recommendation, implement it. If you don't, well, make the changes you see fit.
I think people are mostly blowing off steam. I don't think there's going to be a massive support loss as far as the ENnies are concerned.
der_kluge
Adventurer
And I agree about the bad logistical problems. Though I was lucky enough to get their early enough last year (folks, pre-registration is your friend!), I can empathize with those that were stuck in that mile-long line to get into the place for a one-day badge. Man, I would sorely p-offed if I had to do that.
And the pick-up games area was a complete farce. We'll see if that improves this year, because if it doesn't, I may consider Origins from here on out, or DragonCon.
And the pick-up games area was a complete farce. We'll see if that improves this year, because if it doesn't, I may consider Origins from here on out, or DragonCon.
RangerWickett
Legend
Y'know, Teflon Billy's first reply reminds me why I love that man. Damned attractive, and intellectually hot-tempered.
Another issue with the lower interest this year may be that the con is much later in August than usual. Many students won't be going, and even adults may have a hard time making it this late in the summer.
Another issue with the lower interest this year may be that the con is much later in August than usual. Many students won't be going, and even adults may have a hard time making it this late in the summer.
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