The new PAX location more than doubles the floor space to over 200,000 square feet of soon-to-be- released game products, tournaments, concerts, contests and lots more. Previously held in nearby Bellevue, PAX had outgrown it's earlier space due to rapidly increased interest from both fans and exhibitors.

“We conservatively expect 30,000 hardcore gamers in Seattle this summer, making us the fastest- growing and largest gamer festival in North America” said Robert Khoo of Penny Arcade. “Exhibitors and attendees keep spreading the word about PAX; it's amazing, but attendance doubles each year.”

In addition to being a beautiful setting, the new Seattle location is a major metropolitan city with world class dining, entertainment and accommodations as well as easy access to a major airport hub. Dozens of game companies call the area home, including Microsoft, Nintendo, Privateer Press, ArenaNet, Wizards of the Coast, and Flying Lab Software. PAX is unique in that it gives equal love to all games, whether they're played on a television, computer monitor, or tabletop. Highlights include a huge new exhibit floor, incredible nerdcore concerts and the amazing Omegathon three-day tournament. Pre-registered attendees gain early entrance to PAX and are eligible to compete for major gaming prizes in the Omegathon.

Pre-registration for what has become the premier event for hardcore game fans is now officially open at www.pennyarcadeexpo.com.