Expansions & Cube Rails & Clamshells. Oh my!
Every Winsome title
Every expansion
All original copies
My vision for this convention is for it to be an annual event where folks who share a love for Winsome Games can come and enjoy them together in their original forms.
“My vision for this convention is for it to be an annual event where folks who share a love for Winsome Games can come and enjoy them together in their original forms.”
-Joshua Acosta
What's Included
Here’s a quick look at what your Admission Ticket and Registration gets you.
Plenty of open gaming space
Drinks & snacks
Convention freebies and giveaways
Free expansion map to an existing Winsome title
Gaming schedule
8:30 AM
Coffee & Tea
9:00 AM
Game time slot #1
12:30 PM
Game time slot #2
3:45 PM
Catered meal (opt-in)*
5:00 PM
Game time slot #3
8:30 PM
Game time slot #4
Each time slot should be sufficient to play several cube rails, most longer Winsome titles, or one-half of any of the Riding series games.
To ensure timely wrap-up, it is recommended to save 18xx titles for time slot #2.
*Meals will be provided each day for attendees who opt-in when completing their registration.
The Venue
Nestled in a quaint little community in southwest Pittsburgh near I-79 & I-376, Rossyln Farms Community Center offers both a serene escape from the city and convenient accessibility from any direction.
Large Gathering Space
Old school building perfectly sized for an annual gathering of friends, complete with central air heating and cooling
Easy-Access Terrace
Just a quick step outside the venue, there is a nice hilltop patio with wooden picnic benches
Natural Lighting
The upstairs gaming area is fully bordered by three-quarter height windows on the surround
Overflow Gaming
Equally comfortable secondary room with plenty of natural lighting in case the main room becomes overcrowded
That's not all.
Lots of good stuff!
- Option to participate in meals each day
- Access to more than 350 Winsome games and expansions
- Most comprehensive Age of Steam expansion library possible
- More than 70 unique Age of Steam PnP maps by indie designers
- Dedicated Discord server to coordinate ahead of the event
- Opportunity to purchase Neon Comet Games titles at a discounted rate
- Free "Pre-Con" gaming the day before the convention
Frequently Asked Questions
No formal breakfast will be provided. However, a selection of coffee and teas will be available as early as 8:30 AM each day. Depending on the availability of excess funds, additional breakfast items or pastries may be provided.
BYOB is permitted; however, please be advised that there is only a single refrigerator in the convention hall kitchen, which will be used to store communal provisions. You may store your drinks in the refrigerator, provided there is enough leftover space. Attendees opting to consume alcohol must continue to be mindful of the Code of Conduct.
At a minimum, it is expected that attendees will be kind to one another, treat library items with attentive care, return games in the same condition as when they were checked out, and conduct themselves in a manner that is respectful to all in attendance. For more information, please review the Winsome Choose Some Code of Conduct.
It is recommended for attendees to join the dedicated WCS Discord server to coordinate with others ahead of the event and to stay up-to-date on any news or updates as the occasion arises.
On-site parking will be plentiful. If everyone parks efficiently in the designated areas, there is enough space for at least 20 cars to fit comfortably.
This year’s expansion map is undecided as of yet, but will likely be an expansion for SNCF/Paris Connection. More info to come.
Neon Comet Games is a startup publication and design firm specializing in graphically unique train game expansion maps created by indie designers. The team has published five Age of Steam expansion maps to-date, with several others in the pipeline for the future. As a special bonus, attendees may purchase Neon Comet Games products at a discounted rate, for in-person pickup at the ‘Con.