Minnesota's Largest Gaming and Esports Event

2D CON 2023 : another world

Minnesota’s Largest Gaming and esports Event

AUGUST 25 - AUGUST 27, 2023
Minneapolis, Minnesota

WHAT IS 2D CON?

2D Con is an inclusive volunteer run convention covering all aspects of video gaming, tabletop gaming, roleplaying games, design & development, cosplaying and more. We focus on bringing together gamers to celebrate the things they love in a safe environment.

Contact

For Sponsorship Information
Email: [email protected]

For Media Information
Please review the Branding Guidelines page

Where and when are we?

2D Con takes place at the Hyatt Regency in Minneapolis, Minnesota. With over 100-thousand square feet of event space.

2D Con 2023: Another World will take place AUGUST 25 – AUGUST 27, 2023

why 2d con?

2D Con features something for every single gamer regardless of their playing style.
Check out our recap video from 2D Con 2021 to see for yourself!
View the full 2D Con 2021 photo album for more details as well!

Some of the things you’ll find at 2D Con:

  • A 50-thousand square foot free play arcade featuring many rare games and Japanese imports
  • Over 400 table top games ready to be checked out and enjoyed
  • Over 100 video game consoles with plenty of games to choose from
  • Both 2D Con provided LAN computers and BYOPC LAN environment

Alongside our main gaming events, our fans enjoy our cosplay contest, learn about the video game industry in our panels, or play one of many independent games at Indie Island.

We find it important that there is always something to do and are continually expanding our offerings. featuring our staff and special guests. 

who are we?

2D Con is ran by a group of volunteers who have been in the local esports, tournaments, and gaming scene and hosting tournaments and events since 2010. With varied backgrounds in game development, information technology, production, design, marketing, and event planning, we work hard to give our attendees an unforgettable event and our sponsors an engaged audience. We hold a firm belief that our attendees are our #1 priority. 

Demographics

Gender

Male
53%
Female
37%
Non-Binary / Other
10%

Age Range

55+ 1%
1%
45-54
8%
35-44
18%
25-34
45%
18-24
23%
13-17
6%
7-12
3%

Tiers

Perks Bronze Silver Gold Platinum Presenting Partner
Logo and Link on 2D Con Website
Logo on Sponsor Banner**
Social Media Shoutouts
Logo on Twitch Livestream Banner
Logos on Online Adverts
Ads featured on Twitch Livestream
Logo in Monthly Newsletter
Logo on ad flyers and posters*
Full Page Ad in Program**
2D Con Playing card***
Logo on Attendee Badges**
Mainstage Naming Rights**
Badges Upgraded to VIP
Event Badges 5 5 10 12 20
Cost $500 $1,500 $2,500 $5,000 $10,000

Supplement your donation with value of Equipment Donations and Tournament Prize Support!

*If sponsorship confirmed prior to April 15th, 2023
**If sponsorship confirmed prior to July 8th, 2023
***If sponsorship confirmed prior to April 1st, 2023 and artwork provided

More Sponsorship Opportunities

We are always looking for sponsors for fun extras in our space so if you have an idea that isn’t listed on this page please reach out and lets create a custom tier together! A couple examples:
Volunteers:
Our volunteers love food in the past we have partnered with a sandwich company who provided our volunteers with food!
Tournaments:
We do provide a trophy but 2D Con doesn’t provide additional prizes all of our prizes come from amazing sponsors! When you’re a tournament sponsor every time that tournament is mentioned you are also mentioned!

Additional Sponsorship Opportunities
Tournament Sponsor Provided by your company
Program Ad - Limit 4 $250
Swag bag - Limit 1 Provided by your company
Lanyards - Limit 1 Ordered by your company after approval or $4000
Charging Stations $500
Swag item Provided by your company

Contact

For Sponsorship Information
Email: [email protected]

For Media Information
Joseph Opsahl
Email: [email protected]

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