How It All Began

The Renton City Retro Gaming Convention started as a small gathering of 100 passionate retro gamers in a small community center. The event was organized by a group of friends who wanted to share their love for retro gaming with others in their local community.

The first event was a huge success, with attendees coming from all over the region to play classic games like Super Mario Bros, Donkey Kong, and Sonic the Hedgehog on old-school consoles like the Nintendo Entertainment System and Sega Genesis.

Encouraged by the positive feedback, the organizers decided to make the Renton City Retro Gaming Convention an annual event. They worked hard to secure a larger venue and to bring in more vendors and special guests. They also expanded the event to include tournaments, cosplay contests, and panels on topics like game design and the history of gaming.

As word spread about the convention, more and more people started attending each year. The event grew from 100 attendees in its first year to 500 in its second year, then to 1,000 in its third year. By the fifth year, the convention had outgrown its venue and had to move to a larger convention center.

Despite the challenges of organizing such a large event, the organizers remained committed to their vision of creating a fun and welcoming space for retro gaming enthusiasts. They worked hard to make sure there were plenty of activities for attendees of all ages and interests, from casual gamers to hardcore collectors.

As the convention continued to grow, it attracted more and more attention from the gaming industry. Game developers, publishers, and retailers started attending the event to showcase their latest products and connect with fans.

By its ninth year, the Renton City Retro Gaming Convention had become one of the largest and most popular retro gaming events in the south king county, attracting over 2,000 attendees from across the United States and beyond. The organizers were proud of how far they had come and excited to continue growing and evolving the convention in the years to come.