Midwest Gaming Classic

February 9, 2026 Joe

Join us at the Midwest Gaming Classic April 24-26th!

Are you a NESmaker user? Then this post is for you. Every year, the Midwest Gaming Classic hosts a veritable summit of people making new games for classic consoles In recent years, we’ve moved our Byte-Off Awards to this venue, and it’s been amazing to be able to do this award show live.

If you have a license and have something to show at any degree of completion, you’re invited to join us. There is a special NESmaker package through the venue for only $50 that will provide you with:

  • A ticket to all three days of the show
  • A ticket to the after party
  • A half table in the Future Classics / NESmaker compound to show off your game
  • A TV
  • Electricity

You bring your console or clone console and any games you might want to show plus whatever promotional materials, the venue will help handle the rest!

Steps to be part of this package:

  1. Create an account for Midwest Gaming Classic here: https://www.midwestgamingclassic.com/my-account/
  2. Once you have an account, head here to sign up for the above package. https://www.midwestgamingclassic.com/mgc-form/nesmaker-2026/
    Once MGC has vetted your activation status, they will contact you about your special ticket.
  3. Book your flight and hotel, and we’ll see you there!
  4. Oh, and don’t forget to sign up for this year’s Byte-Off VI competition