Protospiel Rochester
A weekend where game designers bring games that are in development, real players tell them what works, and professionals meet the designers who will need their skills.
What’s a Protospiel?
A playtesting convention. Designers bring prototypes at any stage, players sit down and play them, and the feedback goes straight to the people who can use it. No vendors and nothing to buy at the tables.
Who comes?
- Designers who want fresh eyes on their game, regardless of it being sketched on a napkin or a nearly finished prototype.
- Players who want to see what’s coming, learn how games get made, or find out where to start on an idea of their own.
- Professionals with the skills that designers will need, for example: artists, copy editors, video makers, and marketers.
What games to bring?
Games at all stages of development are welcome. If it’s vaguely playable, bring it. If it’s nearly done and needs more eyes, bring it. If it’s published and available for sale, leave it at home.
When’s it happening?
The next event is Protospiel Rochester 2027
January 22-24th · RIT Inn & Conference Center · Rochester, NY (in Henrietta, just south of the city)
Why Games Over Coffee?
We’re called Games Over Coffee for a reason: Coffee and tea are available Saturday and Sunday morning, drinks and snacks on Saturday afternoon. All on us.
When is it happening next?
The event happens yearly in mid- to late-January. We have our Future Dates already picked out!
How can I keep informed?
When registration opens, we will announce on:
- There will be a post on this site!
- Announcements on the Protospiel channel of our Discord server.
- An email sent to our mailing list. It will just be a few emails a year about upcoming events. Unsubscribe anytime.
- There will be announcements on Facebook. Follow us there!
Questions?
Your best bet is to email Kevin or message him on Discord.