Get ready to dive into the ultimate gaming experience at L.A. Comic Con 2025, where the Gaming Hall becomes your headquarters for free play, console gaming, indie game demos, and exclusive trading card game (TCG) events. Taking place September 26–28, 2025 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, this is the must-attend destination for PC and mobile gamers, competitive fighting game enthusiasts, and TCG collectors alike .
Freeplay Area: Test Your Skills on Consoles and PC
The centerpiece of the Gaming Hall is the Freeplay Area, a dedicated space where fans can explore a wide variety of games ranging from timeless classics to the newest releases on both consoles and PC . Whether you’re a casual gamer looking to unwind or a competitive player testing your reflexes, this zone offers hands-on access to the latest gaming hardware and software without any cost.
Attendees can expect to find popular titles across multiple genres, including action-adventure, RPGs, strategy games, and multiplayer experiences. The area is designed to encourage exploration and discovery, making it perfect for gamers who want to try before they buy or simply enjoy unrestricted playtime during the convention.
TCG Area: Expanded Fan Favorite with Ready Set Game
L.A. Comic Con 2025 is expanding its fan-favorite TCG Area in the West Hall through a strategic partnership with Ready Set Game . This expansion means more space, more tables, and more opportunities for trading card game enthusiasts to compete, trade, and connect with fellow collectors.
The TCG Area will host multiple organized events throughout the convention, featuring starter deck tournaments and prerelease events for some of the most popular card games in the hobby.
The Gaming Stage: Home of Tournaments and Live Events
The Gaming Stage serves as the hub for the biggest gaming events, tournaments, and live competitions at L.A. Comic Con . This is where competitive gamers shine, with organized tournaments drawing top talent from the fighting game community (FGC) and beyond.
spectators can watch high-stakes matches, learn from pro players, and experience the electric atmosphere of competitive gaming firsthand. The stage also hosts panels, developer interviews, and special announcements from major game publishers.
TCG Events Schedule 2025
Mark your calendars for these exclusive trading card game events happening during the convention:
MTG: Marvel’s Spiderman Prerelease Event
- Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
- Time: 10:30am – 2:30pm
- Details: Prerelease event for the new Marvel’s Spiderman MTG set
One Piece TCG Starter Deck Event
- Date: Friday, September 26, 2025
- Time: 4:30pm – 8:00pm
- Details: Beginner-friendly starter deck event for One Piece TCG newcomers
Gundam Card Game Starter Deck Event
- Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
- Time: 3:00pm – 7:00pm
- Details: Introduction to the Gundam Card Game with starter decks provided
Play the Pro is BACK with Fighting Game Legend Punk
One of the most exciting announcements for L.A. Comic Con 2025 is the return of Play the Pro, featuring fighting game legend Victor “Punk” Woodley . Punk is widely recognized as one of the best players in competitive fighting games, with a illustrious career in the FGC.
Attendees will have the unique opportunity to Test your skills against Punk in one-on-one matchups. This is a rare chance to learn from a world-class player, refine your techniques, and experience what it’s like to compete at the highest level of fighting games.
The Play the Pro event has been a crowds favorite in previous years, drawing long lines of eager gamers hoping to challenge the pro and take home a memorable victory (or learn from a tough loss).
Gaming Guests and Community Atmosphere
The Gaming Hall at L.A. Comic Con brings together a diverse community of gamers, from hardcore competitive players to casual hobbyists. The atmosphere is inclusive and welcoming, with something for everyone regardless of skill level or preferred gaming platform.
Attendees can expect to meet fellow enthusiasts, discover new games, trade cards, watch live tournaments, and participate in organized events. The convention hall setting provides ample space for socializing, with banners, screens, and gaming stations creating an immersive environment throughout the venue.
Get Tickets Today
Don’t miss your chance to experience the ultimate gaming convention at L.A. Comic Con 2025. Tickets are available now for the September 26–28 event at the Los Angeles Convention Center .
Whether you’re coming for the free play zone, to compete in TCG tournaments, watch fighting game legends like Punk, or explore the latest indie game demos, the Gaming Hall offers an unforgettable experience for every type of gamer. Secure your spot today and join thousands of fellow fans for three days of non-stop gaming action.