Gen Con, the largest and longest-running gaming convention in North America, once again calls players from across the world to Indianapolis. And once again, Sorcery: Contested Realm answers.
This July 30-August 2, Sorcery returns to Gen Con with four days of events, including not just one, but two Grand Contest events.
Last year, you filled the halls. Learn-to-Play tables overflowed, events sold out, and we were incredibly humbled by what is becoming one of our cherished traditions.
We can’t wait to see you there again.
Four Days in the Realm
Across four days, tables fill and players from around the world come together through the shared language of the game. Every match adds to the story. Every connection expands the circle.
Here’s what’s waiting for you.
Two Championships. One Weekend.
We’re thrilled to announce that Gen Con will host two Grand Contest events:
These are defining events of the 2026 Organized Play season, where preparation meets opportunity, and where players from across the globe will gather to test their mastery of the realm.
All participants and top finishers will compete for exclusive 2026 Organized Play rewards, including:
- Alt-art Croaking Swamp (all participants)
- Silver Bullet prizes for top finishers
- Foil Silver Bullet for top finisher per 32 players (e.g. top 2 players if 33-64 players)
- Community Champion and Judge promos
- Uncut Gothic Print sheets for the champions
We value friendly competition, but we also value showing up and being part of the community! Therefore, we will also give away an uncut Gothic sheet to a random participant at each of the two Grand Contests at Gen Con!
Sealed & Draft Events - Build in the Moment
For players who thrive in discovery and adaptation, Gen Con features a full slate of limited formats. And if you're traveling solo without teammates for the Team Sealed events, we'll match you with other players so you don't miss out on the fun. For any of the Team Events, you can just show up! You don’t need a team in advance.
- Escalation Sealed: Open 6 boosters, build a deck, and play. Then open 2 more boosters, update your deck, and play another game. Repeat a third time! You’re guaranteed 10 boosters, plus a bonus for winning your last game!
- Two Team Sealed Events: You don’t need a team in advance! At the event, we’ll form teams of three, open 18 boosters, and make three decks! Win as a team when two of your three members take their matches.
- Limited Grand Contest Championship: Test your mettle (and have some fun) in Gen Con’s Limited Grand Contest Championship!
For New Players: Learn to Play
Gen Con is the perfect place to take your first steps into the realm. Our Learn-to-Play sessions are open to all, with guided instruction from experienced volunteers to help you find your footing. You’ll walk away with a Preconstructed deck, a booster pack, and the confidence to take your next steps in the realm.
The Casual Play & Trade Event Returns
On Saturday night, we celebrate Sorcery and its community together in our annual Gen Con tradition. The Casual Play & Trade is the social heart of the weekend: a place to meet fellow players, connect with artists, trade cards, and share in the community that makes Sorcery what it is. Just for showing up, you’ll receive booster packs, and there will be lots of door prizes. Veterans will tell you: this event is not to be missed!
Expanding Circles
With the theme of this year's Organized Play being the expanding circles of play, we look forward to seeing you at Gen Con and drawing a bigger circle around you, one that invites you in and welcomes you to the realm.
Build your event wishlist on the Gen Con site, and then get your event tickets on May 17 at noon ET. It's time to secure your spot in the contested realm!
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