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What it has that E3 doesn't
Whether or not you like the comic, PAX is worth attending. It's a homegrown, fan-run gaming geekfest. Huge LAN parties, brilliant concerts - it's about as nerdcore a party as there is. If just the words "Optimus Rhyme" and "The NESkimos" get you excited, you'll probably enjoy PAX.
Above: Crowds of likeminded geeks playing games and having fun... or this guy?
PAX is different from E3 in pretty much every way. It's a party for gamers, not for big publishers. In fact, the publishers are the outsiders at PAX - they've got to work hard to convince you that they should be there.
When? Where? Can I go?
The last PAX took place Aug 29 - 31 at the Seattle at the Washington State Convention & Trade Center, and cost $30 a day or $60 for all three days. Check the official site for details on the next gathering.
