Too Many Games Convention - August 26th, Reading, PA [Archive]

intvsama

08-01-2007, 07:19 PM

It's that time of year! Time for Too Many Games to host another terrific gaming convention! Sunday August 26th TMG is taking over the Inn at Reading for another terrific day of classic and modern gaming!

Come out for the day and enjoy playing some of your favorite classic systems including Atari 2600, Intellivision, NES, Super NES, and modern day gaming systems like Nintendo Wii, Playstation 2, and more!

As always TMG boasts the largest vendor marketplace assembled for an indie game convention! Over 50 tables will be jammed full of thousands of classic and modern video games for your to purchase at WAY below prices you'd pay on eBay or in game shops!

TMG will play host to several gaming tournaments, including Wii Sports Bowling, Atari 2600 Megamania, Super Smash Bros Melee, and a Magic: The Gathering card tournament!

Admission for TMG is only $2.00 and with your paid admission you receive a $2.00 off coupon good at any of the vendor tables at Too Many Games! Anyone who brings functional arcade games for attendees to play free receives a $10.00 coupon for each machine they bring as well as free admission! (please contact chuck@toomanygames.com regarding bringing arcade games)

Vendor tables are still available for anyone who wants to get in on all the fun of selling games, running your own tournament, or just setting up some of your collection for people to play at the show! Our tables are EXTREMELY well priced starting at only $25 and going up to only $30!

All the information for the show can be found at our website, http://www.toomanygames.com Check it out and join the fun Sunday August 26th!

Barbarianoutkast85

08-01-2007, 08:05 PM

Holy crap its in Reading, PA I can actually go!!!

Muscelli

08-01-2007, 09:14 PM

I'll be there again. By the way- your topic title says the 26th, while your post says the 16th.. What one is it?

intvsama

08-01-2007, 10:07 PM

Thanks for letting me know the date was messed up! It is in fact the 26th and not the 16th.

DogP

08-01-2007, 11:59 PM

intvsama

08-02-2007, 12:14 AM

Cool... as always, I can't wait! I'll see what cabs I can bring this time... probably a 48-in-1 cocktail, maybe a Dig Dug cocktail, and maybe a Gorf and Galaga Mini (I'm finally getting a few small cabs I can actually fit in my van :) ). I'll drop you an email when we get closer to the show and I get everything figured out. I'm sure it'll be another great show!

DogP

Awesome! As always thanks for bringing cabs to the show! If you know anyone else who can bring cabs, please club them over the head with random PCBs until they agree to bring machines! 8*)

qbertandernie

08-02-2007, 12:49 AM

damn, thats on the other side of the state than i hoped it was!

8 hr drive...hmmm...thinking, thinking...

DogP

08-02-2007, 02:11 AM

Awesome! As always thanks for bringing cabs to the show! If you know anyone else who can bring cabs, please club them over the head with random PCBs until they agree to bring machines! 8*)

I'm glad to bring them... they hardly get played here, so it's cool to give them a little exercise ;) . I'll check with Dave (the guy who brought the Marble Madness and Food Fight the one year) and see if he can make it with some of his games. Any chance of the Challenge Arcade guy bringing any?

DogP

intvsama

08-02-2007, 02:24 AM

I'm glad to bring them... they hardly get played here, so it's cool to give them a little exercise ;) . I'll check with Dave (the guy who brought the Marble Madness and Food Fight the one year) and see if he can make it with some of his games. Any chance of the Challenge Arcade guy bringing any?

DogP

I'll try my best to get a couple machines out of him, no promises tho'. The arcade just got a Robotron machine I think would get a lot of play at the convention, maybe I can talk him into loaning us that and something else for the day.

It's a shame that QuarterArcade.com and TNT Amusements have no interest in doing the shows any more. They said they got no business out of being arcade sponsors, but I'm not entirely sure how true that is. I'm sure if I were to pony up some green they'd change their minds, but what can ya' do. I run the show on a budget so I can pass the savings onto the vendors and attendees! 8*)

Drexel923

08-02-2007, 02:28 PM

Next Level Videogames may be there with a table...still have to iron out some details.

Chuck, I'll let you know for sure hopefully by next week.

asbury6647

08-02-2007, 05:32 PM

will there be any sega stuff and how many venders usually show up. How fare is it from the dayton ohio

Carey85

08-02-2007, 07:03 PM

It's a long way from the dayton ohio. I'm in the cincinnati ohio and it's like 9 hours from here...

intvsama

08-02-2007, 11:54 PM

Next Level Videogames may be there with a table...still have to iron out some details.

Chuck, I'll let you know for sure hopefully by next week.

Definitely glad to host ya', Drex! Lemme know as soon as ya' can! 8*)

FoxyGamer

08-05-2007, 11:40 AM

Well, if Drexel says I should go, I'm going.

Barbarianoutkast85

08-06-2007, 08:47 PM

Hey I'm going 100% sure of it, I've never been to a game convention in the six years I've collected games. And I've never met anyone from the DP message board, so I think before the 26th we should figure out a place to met or something and get together kinda an ice-breaker or something and introduce ourselves to each other. To bring a sence of community to the board.

mindlesspunk77

08-10-2007, 11:25 AM

oh this show again! i guess ill go i only always get killer deals and have lots of fun but who wants that !

intvsama

08-10-2007, 12:47 PM

Certainly not me! 8*)

FYI for everyone thinking about booking tables, there's only 7 tables left. Three premium tables, 3 semi-premium, and 1 entry level table. The floorplan's available to view at http://www.toomanygames.com/images/floorplan.jpg and the current vendor list is available on the main TMG page, http://www.toomanygames.com

Drexel923

08-11-2007, 11:48 AM

I'll be there and I'll be having some tables too :)

Sent you a PM Chuck.

mindlesspunk77

08-11-2007, 04:48 PM

awesome! bring nes games! good ones! not junk! and umm vectrex games ! Also bring hookers! and zombies!

16-bit

08-11-2007, 05:24 PM

I'll be there and I'll be having some tables too :)

Sent you a PM Chuck.

Cool, hope you become a show regular :)

intvsama

08-12-2007, 12:39 AM

I'm gonna be looking to pick up an Intellivision II at the show, preferablly CIB and in really good shape (system being really clean is more important than it being boxed to me). If anyone's planning to come to the show and wants to get rid of one for $20-50 plus some trade (depending on condition and completeness) drag it along with ya'. 8*)

mindlesspunk77

08-12-2007, 12:44 AM

you should of bought mine last show! but i sold them both to jersey mike i believe so im sure hell have them there.

MonoTekETeA

08-12-2007, 01:48 AM

I've just been put in the clear to show up!

Barbarianoutkast85

08-13-2007, 07:17 PM

I'm hoping to pick up some DC and SAT games at the show. MAAWEEE

intvsama

08-19-2007, 07:57 PM

WAAAAA!!! ONLY A WEEK AWAY!!!!! Who's all set for the show?

I posted some new info on the website, and I shot out an e-mail to all vendors and tableholders! Be there or be square!

mindlesspunk77

08-20-2007, 02:11 PM

i havent done anything at all to get ready! and I have way more games than I anticipated hahaha. my 2 tables are gonna be a mess guys get your shovles ready for some digging.

intvsama

08-20-2007, 11:12 PM

i havent done anything at all to get ready! and I have way more games than I anticipated hahaha. my 2 tables are gonna be a mess guys get your shovles ready for some digging.

Heh, every time you IM me telling me about your latest hauls I always think "Paul should have booked more tables... 2 just isn't gonna be enough!" 8*)

mindlesspunk77

08-20-2007, 11:19 PM

yeah man i dont know what im gonna do may have to pay you off in intv games for one of your tables ehh ehhh *wink wink nudge nudge*

intvsama

08-21-2007, 12:14 AM

I was thinking of doing the same to you. 8*)

Tron 2.0

08-21-2007, 10:57 PM

Supose to be going to it long as nothing comes up.

mindlesspunk77

08-21-2007, 11:48 PM

I was thinking of doing the same to you. 8*)

you should know id take copies of combat and mario duck hunt before intv games hahah.

intvsama

08-22-2007, 12:01 AM

you should know id take copies of combat and mario duck hunt before intv games hahah.

You're in luck. I came across both a text label and a picture label Combat just the other day! Trade me a table. 8*)

mindlesspunk77

08-22-2007, 11:44 AM

You're in luck. I came across both a text label and a picture label Combat just the other day! Trade me a table. 8*)

see i never specified how many copies id need 200 of each haha

Drexel923

08-22-2007, 12:20 PM

awesome! bring nes games! good ones! not junk! and umm vectrex games ! Also bring hookers! and zombies!

I have a good amount of boxed Vectrex games w/ overlay ready for the show. Some rare ones too...bring extra money :D

mindlesspunk77

08-22-2007, 12:57 PM

I have a good amount of boxed Vectrex games w/ overlay ready for the show. Some rare ones too...bring extra money :D

sounds good!

intvsama

08-22-2007, 01:55 PM

I have a good amount of boxed Vectrex games w/ overlay ready for the show. Some rare ones too...bring extra money :D

Damnit, you said the magic word, Vectrex. 8*) I was trying to MAKE money this time around... 8*)

I'm gonna need to dig up another Vec to give away for my next show, whenever and wherever it may be. Haven't given away a Vec since the second show like 2 years ago.

GrandAmChandler

08-22-2007, 03:31 PM

Damnit, you said the magic word, Vectrex. 8*) I was trying to MAKE money this time around... 8*)

I'm gonna need to dig up another Vec to give away for my next show, whenever and wherever it may be. Haven't given away a Vec since the second show like 2 years ago.

Hey just make sure it goes to an attendee and not a VENDOR who then just puts it for sale at their table..... :shameful:

intvsama

08-22-2007, 05:53 PM

Hey just make sure it goes to an attendee and not a VENDOR who then just puts it for sale at their table..... :shameful:

I know a lot of people were bummed about that, but it was 100% luck of the draw, Mike's ticket number was randomly picked. I'm not too thrilled that he put it up for sale, but he won it, it was his to do with as he pleased.

I hope it's not being implied that the giveaway was rigged, I would not and will not ever rig a give away. You've been at the shows before, you know how randomly I give prizes away, many times straight from my own personal collections (boxed Mario RPG, Chrono Trigger, both the Vecs given away were from my collection, countless little trinkets like the Mario figures from last year, the ECGXpo t-shirts, etc... all given away straight from my collection or out of my pocket).

Barbarianoutkast85

08-22-2007, 07:18 PM

This SUNDAY MAAAAAAAAAAWEEEEEEEEE only 4 days to go. Me and my brother are running down.

tinstar

08-24-2007, 04:54 PM

2 more days cant wait

Kid Ice

08-24-2007, 07:27 PM

Looking forward to it. Last year I was sidelined at the last minute because of a family emergency. Will be brushing up on my Megamania tonight...

intvsama

08-24-2007, 07:54 PM

Looking forward to it. Last year I was sidelined at the last minute because of a family emergency. Will be brushing up on my Megamania tonight...

Heh, I gotta find where the hell my copy is stashed. 8*) Bring one along with you in case I can't turn it up. 8*)

Kid Ice

08-25-2007, 12:43 AM

Heh, I gotta find where the hell my copy is stashed. 8*) Bring one along with you in case I can't turn it up. 8*)

okeyday...tonight has come and gone and I ended up watching 300 instead. Tomorrow is my wife's birthday and I don't think a Megamania marathon is on the agenda. I'll have to practice on the GBA version on the drive up there.

intvsama

08-25-2007, 12:55 AM

okeyday...tonight has come and gone and I ended up watching 300 instead. Tomorrow is my wife's birthday and I don't think a Megamania marathon is on the agenda. I'll have to practice on the GBA version on the drive up there.

You can work in a Megamania tournament, tell them it's like pin the tail on the donkey... with alien spaceships... 8*)

GrandAmChandler

08-25-2007, 10:34 AM

Oh yeah, bring boxed / Complete original gameboy games.

-GAC-

mindlesspunk77

08-25-2007, 11:00 AM

hey chandler i think I have one or two complete gameboy games. I have so many loose ones though weee!

GrandAmChandler

08-25-2007, 05:04 PM

hey chandler i think I have one or two complete gameboy games. I have so many loose ones though weee!

Bring whatever you got!

djbeatmongrel

08-25-2007, 08:46 PM

I'll be there, and I'll be bringing my awesomeness to the festivities.

16-bit

08-25-2007, 10:42 PM

I'm wrapping up packing for the show. Bringing lots of PC Engine, Famicom,Super Famicom, Sega Saturn. Got some stuff also that I am carrying for the first time at shows like Tea4Two Famicoms and old school import guides.

Carlson

DogP

08-25-2007, 11:10 PM

Cant wait! I've got the van loaded and ready to go... got a Tron Mini, Gorf Mini, and a 48-in-1 cocktail coming with me.

DogP

intvsama

08-25-2007, 11:50 PM

Glad to hear everyone's so excited! I just finished testing my hardware that's for sale and packing up the ol' Aztek. I'm gonna pop a couple Advil PM and zonk out for a while, then it's up and at 'em for The Inn at Reading! W00t!

digitalpress

08-26-2007, 10:36 AM

intvsama

08-27-2007, 12:48 PM

Hey, thanks Joe! I and several TMG attendees and vendors hope that DP and CGE will join us at a future show. I haven't seen you or John in a few years, would be great to toss back a couple beers and just shoot the shit for a bit.

I'm still too tired to write a proper wrap-up, but I'll get around to it tonight or tomorrow. 8*)

Some highlights include an amazing over 200,000 score in our Megamania tournament, a three way tie in our Wii Sports Bowling tournament, and the amazing DJ work by the fine folks from Overclocked Remix. As always I was too busy to take a whole lot of pics, hopefully someone else has a whole pile to share.

Barbarianoutkast85

08-27-2007, 01:39 PM

Excent expo, I actually found one of the 40 genesis games I need to have em' all. Then I picked up a bunch of cheap genny games just so I can have the case/instructions.

Kid Ice

08-27-2007, 05:08 PM

I and several TMG attendees and vendors hope that DP and CGE will join us at a future show. I haven't seen you or John in a few years, would be great to toss back a couple beers and just shoot the shit for a bit.

What an excellent idea!

BTW Chuck can you PM me contact info for the guy that sells the marquee t-shirts? I bought a Ms. Pac Man one for our baby and now my wife wants a Frogger one for our niece.

DogP

08-27-2007, 05:25 PM

intvsama

08-27-2007, 10:41 PM

Thanks again for putting on another great show... I don't want to ruin any announcement, but do you have any date planned for the next show, and can we expect the same place, or do you have bigger and better ideas?

Kid Ice: I believe you're wanting: http://www.poconoarcade.com/ .

DogP

While there's nothing 100% official yet, we did put some feelers out with some of the vendors for future events.

I'm 100% sure in 2009 we'll be putting on a larger show, most likely at the Valley Forge Convention Center, home to past PhillyClassic shows. Paul (mindlesspunk) has already joined up for co-organizing a 2009 event with me and I'm still looking for more organizers, volunteers, and all that good jazz. As for 2008, I'm still not sure what the future holds. I'm 80% sure I'm going to be hosting at least one TMG in 2008, more than likely at The Inn at Reading again, more than likely with more space. It's always an uphill battle when you're organizing conventions, but talking with a bunch of people at this past show who are more than willing to help, I think the uphill battle may become a little easier. 8*)

If anyone is actively involved with a specific gaming community, Neo Geo, Turbo, NES, arcade, Atari, Vectrex, whatever it may be, and you think you're community wants to be a part of TMG or any future shows, PLEASE talk with your fellow community members, I want 2009 to be a HUGE gaming event. I want all generations, all hardware, all genres, everything represented. I want at least 30 consoles setup for free play, I want live music, I want OCR back with all their great music and DJ work, I want guest speakers, I want discussion panels, I want an arcade's worth of coin-ops, I want you there! 8*) Help us make our 2009 event the best video game convention the east coast's ever gonna see!

mindlesspunk77

08-27-2007, 10:51 PM

YEAH what chuck said! Were gonna rock the gaming community like michael jackson rocks little kids! okay that was lame but i laughed!

DKTheArcadeRat

08-27-2007, 11:02 PM

I hope I can come out for next year. And if 2009 comes out to be anything like Phillyclassic(i went to 5 and enjoyed it) then I would be a happy individual indeed. Heard good things about it from djbeatmongrel and Drexel923 so hopefully next year I will be there.

neogamer

08-29-2007, 05:15 PM

While there's nothing 100% official yet, we did put some feelers out with some of the vendors for future events.

I'm 100% sure in 2009 we'll be putting on a larger show, most likely at the Valley Forge Convention Center, home to past PhillyClassic shows. Paul (mindlesspunk) has already joined up for co-organizing a 2009 event with me and I'm still looking for more organizers, volunteers, and all that good jazz. As for 2008, I'm still not sure what the future holds. I'm 80% sure I'm going to be hosting at least one TMG in 2008, more than likely at The Inn at Reading again, more than likely with more space. It's always an uphill battle when you're organizing conventions, but talking with a bunch of people at this past show who are more than willing to help, I think the uphill battle may become a little easier. 8*)

If anyone is actively involved with a specific gaming community, Neo Geo, Turbo, NES, arcade, Atari, Vectrex, whatever it may be, and you think you're community wants to be a part of TMG or any future shows, PLEASE talk with your fellow community members, I want 2009 to be a HUGE gaming event. I want all generations, all hardware, all genres, everything represented. I want at least 30 consoles setup for free play, I want live music, I want OCR back with all their great music and DJ work, I want guest speakers, I want discussion panels, I want an arcade's worth of coin-ops, I want you there! 8*) Help us make our 2009 event the best video game convention the east coast's ever gonna see!

Once again Chuck, it was nice to meet you! Count me in for the next show. If you there is anything I can do to help for the next show, just shoot me a PM or email. Thanks again!

Barbarianoutkast85

09-12-2007, 09:28 PM

I have a question for everyone. Does anyone have any idea of when the next gaming expo around the Reading or central/southern Pennsylvania area being held?

intvsama

09-12-2007, 09:47 PM

I have a question for everyone. Does anyone have any idea of when the next gaming expo around the Reading or central/southern Pennsylvania area being held?

We have a show coming up in spring '08. We ask for everyone's patience while we hammer out all the fine details. 8*)

Hopefully the new website will be live within a week or two, plenty of info will be available then.