For all other badge types, please follow these links: Volunteer / Game Master / Press / Exhibitor / GAMA Member

BADGE F.A.Q.

1. I need help with this new registration system!

We published a helpful registration walkthrough at this link. If you still have questions, please email registration@gama.org.

2. Why can’t I use my username and password from last year?

We’ve moved our badge and event registration to an entirely new software and your account credentials from previous years will not carry over. To register your badge for Origins 2020, please create a new account.

3. Why are you asking for my birthday?

Since there are age restrictions on each badge type, we collect the birthdate of every participant. The first badge you are registering must be for a participant who will be 16 years or older during the show, October 7-11. Child Passes are only granted to participants who will be 12 and younger during the show, and 13-15 Badges are only granted to participants who will be within that age range during the show.



4. When will ribbons be available?

Since ribbons are tied to events, they’ll be added at a later date (TBA).

5. Do educators get discounts?

Yes! Origins wishes to thank the hard work our educators, librarians, and school game club organizers do throughout the year. Please complete the form by September 9 at this link to request a coupon code for 50% off a Full Show Badge. Note: We will not be issuing reimbursements for badges purchased before receiving the code.



6. Do military members get discounts?

Yes! Origins wishes to join in honoring those who served our country in our military. If you are, or were, a member of our armed forces, please complete the form by September 9 at this link to request a coupon code for 50% off a Full Show Badge.Note: We will not be issuing reimbursements for badges purchased before receiving the code.



7. Do game clubs get discounts?

Yes! We offer a 30% discount on Full Show Badges to approved game club members. Please complete this form by September 9 to request a coupon code. Note: We will not be issuing reimbursements for badges purchased before receiving the code.

8. Is there no longer a Family Day Pass?

That is correct. We have raised the age limit for the Child Pass from 9 years to 12 years of age. To purchase a Child Pass, you must first have a badge in your cart for a 16+ years participant.



9. How do I buy a Child Pass or a 13-15 Badge?

To buy a Child Pass, you must first have a badge in your cart for a 16+ years participant. To buy a 13-15 Badge, the same applies, but the badge must be of the same type (example: Full Show Badge in cart to purchase Full Show 13-15 Badge).

10. Can I apply a discount to the Very Important Gamer (VIG) Badge?

No, there is no discount available for the VIG Badge. Educator and Military discounts are only for a Full Show badge, and any badge you earn through being a Game Master or Volunteer are for those specific positions.

11. Why have prices increased in 2020?

Our goal is always to create a positive experience for everyone at Origins Game Fair.



To that end, we've implemented many upgrades to our show experience, including new badge and event registration systems, an upgraded mobile app, better signage throughout the convention center, additional carpeting in the event and exhibit halls, and more playmats in the Board Room. These features each come with an investment and, as a nonprofit, the only way we can continuing improving the Origins experience is by sharing the expense with our attendees.



This, coupled with badge prices that have remained largely the same since 2013, meant that it is time for us to increase badge prices for 2020 and beyond.



The Early Bird reduced price for the Full Show badge will be in effect until March 1, making the badge comparable to last year. The cost to attend for a most single days has increased, but only for the busiest days of the show. Conversely, pricing to attend on Sunday has decreased significantly.



We hope to have your continued support – see you in June!

Registration Overview

Pre-Registration

Pre-registration for badges, ribbons, and event tickets is available online before the show. Register by March 1st to receive special Early Bird discounted pricing!

Pre-registered attendees will receive an email with check-in instructions. This email includes a barcode that can be presented at any pre-registration counter. Simply scan the barcode at the pre-registration kiosk and collect it after printing.

On-Site Registration

If you would prefer to register your badge on-site, badge registration will be open during all five days of the show. Our Registration Attendants will help you print your badge and purchase ribbons and event tickets. If you are registering a Child Badge please make sure the child is present when registering. Origins accepts cash and all major credit cards with valid picture ID.