Big Bad Blog

Let's make games inspired by and about FOLK TALES & FABLES! We can play them at Big Bad Con, a tabletop and live action gaming convention featuring fantastic games and even better company- happening in Oakland, CA October 10th - 13th, 2019!

From DC, the BOEP Director:

In light of the recent revelations about Zak S by Mandy Morbid, Big Bad Con staff wish to publicly reinforce our commitment as a convention and community to creating safer, more inclusive space.

Inspired by IGDN and in cooperation with Double Exposure, Big Bad Con is sending game designer Jackson Tegu to Metatopia to playtest his game Silver and White.

You’re coming to Big Bad Con! Awesome. Before you get on the road, here's a few things to know about the con:

The moment is upon us. Big Bad Con event signups are about to start and here's everything you need to know to get into your favorite games, panels, and special events!

Our very own Nathan Black was a keynote speaker at Living Games. Here is his presentation about the code of conduct and Big Bad World:

On July 13th, the Big Bad Outreach GMs Beth Daggert, Ezra Denny, Colin Fahrion, Karen Twelves, and Jeeyon Shim headed out to University Village at Albany to run games for the teens there! We played One Night Werewolf, Paranoia, 11pm Metal Showcase, and Star Force.

Here's a handy list of dates so you'll know when everything Big Bad Con is happening. These dates will be updated and refined as we get closer to the con.

A few folks have noticed that if they donate to Big Bad Con their contributions are tax deductible! Yes!