Game Market West: Fall 2026

List of games available for reservation and purchase in-person. Browse and Buy - Dozens of super creative limited run games. Enjoy the GMW Play Zone - A casual table area where you can play your purchased games immediately or play drop-in sessions of other locally made games. Learn How Games are Made - Meet local designers and chat with our friendly volunteers. We're happy to share our knowledge about game making and working in the industry. Hangout Afterwards! - At 3 PM, Guildhouse opens for regular business hours. Immediately following GMW, there will be a designer hangout from 3 PM onwards where designers and any others interested can co-work, run playtests, network, play games, and socialize. Hungry for more than games? Free pizza will be available at 12 PM. There are also many quick service restaurants within a couple blocks, and outside food is also allowed. Sponsors Allplay: Publishing games that are approachable and easy to learn, but are still strategic and make you want to play over and over again. The Op Games: Creating board games and puzzles that bring family and friends together! Golden Gate Gamemakers: Bringing together board game designers and playtesters in the San Francisco Bay Area as a recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Pizza Guys (1347 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose): Searching for the best pizza in San Jose? From classic cheese to loaded specialty options, every order is baked hot and ready to satisfy.