FEATURED GUESTS
COURTENAY
TAYLOR
The PSychotic-Biotic is
COMING TO the PITTSBURGH GAMING EXPO in OCTOBER
She’s An endlessly versatile voice-over artist—
if you have watched it or played it, odds are good
you’ve heard Courtenay Taylor in it
Whether IT WAS Jack from the Mass Effect series
the Sole Survivor from Fallout 4 or
Juhani, the bad-ass and forward-thinking
Jedi Guardian in BioWare's
beloved Star Wars epic—
Knights of the Old Republic
Taylor was there, lending a voice to
the important moments of your childhood
PGX IS a gaming show, so we're going to geek out
about that sort of stuff
And just a few samples from
her resume is nothing short of iconic
Ada Wong
in the Resident Evil series
Amanda Holliday
In Bungies’s Destiny Series
SCarlett Rhodes
In Call of Duty Black ops
Gloria Van Graff
AMONG OTHERs in Fallout New Vegas
plus she’s done characters in Starfield
Dragon Age Origins
Diablo IV, The Old Republic
World of Warcraft and more!
Despite all of the really cool gaming stuff, taylor has had a legendary run in cartoons and television as well: Starla in Regular Show, Callisto in X-Men '97, Hecate in Netflix's Blood of Zeus, The Mother of Ravens in Critical Role’s Legend of Vox Machina, and as KO in 'OK K.O.! Let's Be Heroes!' on Cartoon Network!
Roger
CLARK
It’s a line that exemplifies how iconic just a
few short words can be, and
how even a minor line of dialogue
can stick with us for ages
“yerr alright boah”
We're thrilled to announce that
Roger Clark
will be a guest at the 2024 Pittsburgh Gaming Expo
CLARK is an actor Best known for
portraying Arthur Morgan
in Rockstar Games’ Red Dead Redemption II
In 2018, Clark took home the w
at The Game Awards
where he won the prize for Best Performance
And BEST performance is the key phrase
Not only did he provide the voice for
the beloved outlaw/anti-hero
but the performance motion capture as well—
firmly imbuing a once-in-a-lifetime video game character
with an equally timeless performance
Clark brought an amazing degree of humanity to
the complicated, gun-slinging protagonist
Like seriously- THIS VIDEO COMPILED BY USER ‘GLYCINE’ on YOUTUBE
Clocks in at 31 Minutes and is just the incidental dialogue
when his character is interacting with a horse
The old argument of whether or not video games can be art
goes out the window when this level of performance and
true commitment to a character is on display
And we are beyond pleased that ROGER will be
spending his weekend with all of us in Pittsburgh!
Benjamin
Byron Davis
“They’re chasing us hard-
because we represent
everything that they fear”
Few villains in fiction stand as tall as
Dutch van der Linde
And behind everything great villain
stands an even greater actor
Which means we are extremely excited to announce that
benjamin byron davis
will be joining us at the 2024 Pittsburgh Gaming Expo
an accomplished actor, writer, and director known for portraying
complex and memorable characters— Benjamin Byron Davis has
likely shown up in SOMETHING awesome on every type of screen you use
on the big screen, he’s played characters in all manner of film.
You may have seen him in Ant-Man and
the Wasp, in the Belko experiment, or in
guardians of the galaxy Vol. 3
and in August you can catch him in the upcoming
Borderlands movie
[Davis portraying Bletelsnort in Guardians of the
Galaxy Vol. 3 from director James Gunn and Marvel/Disney]
on the small screen, he’s played memorable roles in
how I met your mother, gilmore girls
as well as rizolli & isles, Parks and REcreation,
and most recently he’s appeared in
eli roth and dreamworks’ Fright Krewe
when it comes to video games,
Benjamin has been providing voices all the way back to
grand theft auto: San andreas in 2004
as well as the technologically impressive LA NOIRE in 2011
but it was in 2009 that he first portrayed
Outlaw Dutch van der Linde
in rockstar’s red dead redemption
which led him to Reprising this role for the follow-up—
Red Dead redemption II
the story of Red Dead II acts as prequel to the events of the
first game, showing dutch as the altruistic
leader of an outlaw gang trying to do right by his people
and his slow descent into
insecurity— then to hostility—
and ultimately into becoming the villain
Davis and his performance managed to thread the needle of
empathy and outright villainy so well that
even despite the evils committed by Dutch, he is
still both unforgettable and brilliantly portrayed
WE’re super excited that Benjamin Byron Davis is
spending the weekend with us in Pittsburgh
and we’re even more excited to bring such
an iconic actor to the show
JOHN RIGGS
John Riggs is a 5 Tool Player
when it comes to video games
He showcases video games you grew up with, games you forgot about, and even games you have yet to discover on his YouTube channel
He's also a ‘Debug Indie Game Award’ winning game designer and publisher with his game— Chew Chew Mimic
His voice is featured in a few video games, he published a book about nostalgic breakfast cereal, he's known to fix a game or two with Open Cart Surgery—
and he loves attending video game conventions
DM SCOTTY
“Hey there! I'm just a guy who had an idea 11 years ago. I started crafting super affordable terrain and dungeons for my RPG games out of trash and cheap materials
And then it hit me— why not share these awesome ideas with others? That's when my YouTube channel, The DM's Craft, came to life. Throughout the years, I've come up with all sorts of cheap craft hacks— like those 2.5D cardboard dungeons. They're a game-changer.
Thanks to years of videos and advice, folks now affectionately call me ‘The Craftfather.’
Though these days I've passed the crafting torch to the next generation, my creativity hasn't stopped.
I'm still crafting for my own games and have taken up the challenge of publishing my very own RPG, called EZD6, which I've developed over years of convention gameplay. The game and its accompanying book, EZD6: Book of Quests, are top sellers online and have earned me a whole new group of fans. But hey—
I'm not done yet! I have more in the works.”
- DM Scotty
BOB WORLD BUILDER &
GRACE WORLD DESTROYER—
TTRPG POWER COUPLE
Bob
WORLD BUILDER
Bob's YouTube channel
offers GM advice, reviews and
fun homebrew creations for fantasy games
Grace is a master of lore, monster
DESIGN and world-building
GRACE
WORLD DESTROYER
Together, they co-host the podcast
It's What Our Characters Would Do
and they're currently working with Eventyr Games to publish
Delve: How To Build & Survive Deadly Dungeons
Baron de Ropp
Baron de Ropp is coming back for round two at the pittsburgh gaming expo in October!
the YouTuber behind Dungeon Masterpiece is extremely passionate about D&D and other tabletop role playing games
Ropp has over 27 years of experience “Dungeon Mastering” for various RPGs, and an educational and career background in media production and applied geopolitical risk analysis
With these skills, Ropp coalesces lessons from cinema, literature, and video games to create richer stories, and uses the school of Applied Geopolitics to develop complex and cohesive fantasy settings on par with the Game of Thrones or Mass Effect franchises
BRIAN SHUTTER
Brian is joining us FROM THE TOXIC FUTURE for PGX2024
Brian is the writer/creator of Neon Lords of the Toxic Wasteland— An over-the-top, gonzo punk, buzzsaw TTRPG. The RPG that goes to 11, think Robocop and Judge Dredd Vs. GWAR and the Toxic Avenger
When he’s not making gonzo-futuristic tabletop games, and rocking those sweet Pit Vipers, he’s the north-east representative for Goodman Games
Mark Bussler
Pittsburgh native Mark Bussler is a writer, artist, producer, and filmmaker behind numerous books, albums, and documentary films
He is the president of CGR Publishing, the creator of the Classic Game Room series, and the creator, producer, and songwriter of
Omega Ronin.
In 2024, the long-running Classic Game Room Internet video series celebrates its 25th anniversary with the release of The History of Classic Game Room, a book about the early days of Internet video production and the evolution of online entertainment.
“Some of the earliest internet video broadcasts in the world started right here in Pittsburgh.”
Today, in addition to running a publishing company, Bussler is writing and illustrating the Omega Ronin graphic novel series, a science fiction adventure produced with a companion electronic music soundtrack on vinyl.
“Turn off your phone and bring it back to the 1980s with a hardcover book about space robots while listening to an original musical score on the turntable.”
PAUL E. NIEMEYER
The legendary artist and graphic designer is returning to the Pittsburgh gaming expo!
Paul E. Niemeyer's game art career began at Bally/Midway in 1982 where he worked for pinball legend, Paul Farris.
In 1984, he went freelance and worked on games like Time Killers, Aeroboto, Star Guards, countless prototypes and the original Mortal Kombat.
Paul is a renowned artist known for his incredible contributions to gaming, including Mortal Kombat, TRON, Tapper, Spy Hunter, and more.
His advertising experience includes movie licenses like Jurassic Park 2 and iconic franchises such as Star Wars and Pirates of the Caribbean.
SARAH SPECTRE
THE MOST EXCELLENT COSPLAY HOST WITH THE MOST IS RETURNING AGAIN TO PGX
Sarah Spectre is a professional cosplayer and content creator that has been making comic book, video game, and anime costumes for over a decade.
She's known for her work as one of the hosts of Pittsburgh's Steel City Con, where she interviews celebrity guests and creates video content with fans, artists, and vendors.
Sarah's cosplay work has been featured on Disney+ (Marvel's 616) and in publications such as Yaya Han's World of Cosplay.
Munzlat
The Long-standing PGX cosplay judge returns to the Cosplay Contest trenches
If you aren't familiar with Matthew's work you should be— A designer, fabricator, 3D modeler, cosplayer and Twitch streamer who is known for suiting up as various Spartans from the Halo game series, Soldier-76 from Overwatch and Vile from the Mega Man X series.
With an emphasis on designing and manufacturing high-detail— and high-quality— replicas and costuming components from all manner of anime, science fiction films and video games, Munzlat puts a clear emphasis on concept, quality and craftsmanship.
Lexxiifer
our cosplay Host hero steps out of the shadows and onto the stage!
Move over, Hizashi Yamada, there’s a new (okay, not really, she’s been around for a while) emcee in town!
Casual cosplayer and lover of all things anime and gaming, Lexi has stepped up as the Cosplay Contest coordinator and Showcase emcee for years, but now we’re finally making it Official!
bringing an appreciation for art and creative culture to the stage and to the mic, Lexi and the cosplay crew work to give an awesome showcase and spotlight to all of the amazing pgx cosplayers.
Catch her at the Cosplay Booth all weekend where she’ll be taking sign-ups for the Sunday Cosplay Contest!
Pandnubis
The ever-present but now-official cosplay judge has entered the Ring
Pandnubis has been a mainstay the past couple of years at the Pittsburgh Gaming Expo, and it’s time he officially joined the adventuring party.
Not only has he cosplayed characters from various video games such as Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six: Siege, The Division series, Resident Evil and even Mortal Kombat— He also rocks some killer custom Mandalorians from the Star Wars franchise.
Aside from cosplaying, Pandnubis is also a professional wrestler— billed as Christian Noir— and currently under the Ryse Wrestling Banner.
We’re thrilled to finally announce that we have added him to the team, and look forward to him putting in work on the cosplay judging panel!
LEVEL UP
BOARD GAME PODCAST
Join hosts Patrick and Scott as they bring their passion and expertise to their Listeners— AND to PGX!
With their informative full reviews and concise game critiques, they will help you navigate the world of tabletop gaming.
Don't miss the chance to play some games with these fantastic hosts in person and embark on an unforgettable gaming adventure at the Pittsburgh Gaming Expo.
Gamer Ahmer
Gamer Ahmer has a passion for retro and modern gaming which is shown throughout her YouTube Channel
With a massive collection of Video games, Gaming Kiosks, Authentic Store Displays, Standees, Action Figures, and Vintage Toys—
this gamer shares her “Tips and Tricks” on her channel and takes everyone along on her “Collecting Journey” while finding deals and preserving the history of these items.
She has always had a love for these items growing up in the 90’s and strives to relive her childhood memories and give everyone that nostalgic feeling.
STephen Heywood
The Tech Buzz
a dynamic figure at the forefront of the gaming industry— With a passion for technology and a keen eye for gaming innovation
Born and raised in the heart of gaming culture, Stephen's journey into the world of gaming began at a young age.
His insatiable curiosity for all things tech led him to explore the intricate mechanics of gaming consoles, computers, and emerging technologies. This early fascination laid the foundation for his future endeavors.
With a natural talent for breaking down complex concepts into digestible content, he quickly garnered a loyal following on various platforms.
His insightful reviews, in-depth analyses, and engaging commentary became essential resources for gamers seeking guidance and insight.
Justin Silverman
The real-life internet person, film-maker and media personality is Hanging out at his first PGX!
Justin Silverman is a Creative Director from Philadelphia, working on indie video games and films.
A lifelong gamer and film buff, he got his first job at a movie theatre in 2001 and left as a projectionist. A film and 3D animation major, he graduated college in 2007 and started working as an Editor at NFL Films. After that, he created the YouTube gaming channels Underbelly and Silvermania.
In 2015, he was employed by Screenwave Media (the YouTube Network and indie game publisher.) There he leads projects and produces content for throwback developer and publisher Retroware.
APPEARANCE POSTPONED
Steve Wright
MR WRIGHT WAY
joining us again for the 2024 pittsburgh Gaming Expo
Content creator and game collector ‘Mr Wright Way’ is a retired United States Navy veteran who has always had a passion for video games, collectibles and photography.
He has photographed for Major Pro wrestling companies like WWE, AEW, NJPW and more.
You can catch his bi-weekly videos as he shows you his tips and tricks on how to Game Hunt, Video Game Collection videos and how to get ‘The Wright Deals, The Wright Way.’
ARCADE MATT
FOR THE FIRST TIME AT PGX, WELCOME YOUTUBE EARLY ADOPTER AND CLAW MACHINE CONTENT CREATOR- ARCADE MATT
Matt is a Pittsburgh based YouTuber, born and raised in Ambridge. He's always had a passion for being on camera and editing videos, and arcade games.
He combined the two to grow one of the longest running arcade channels on YouTube.
KATIE SHESKO
Katie is all that is gaming— cosplayer, speedrunner, musician and panelist. We’re thrilled she’s joining us at this year’s PGX!
Flute Enchantress Katie Shesko is a multifaceted artist, renowned for her exceptional talents as a flutist and her dedication as a speedrunner. She plays captivating renditions of video game and anime music, through which she has carved a unique niche for herself in the world of entertainment. Her love for music ignited at a young age, and she soon discovered her affinity for the flute and was determined to merge her love of music with her love of video games.
Beyond her musical prowess, Katie Shesko is also a formidable force in the world of video games. As a dedicated speedrunner, she has conquered the demanding Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 100% and All Kilton Medals Categories.
With every note she plays and every game she conquers, Katie Shesko continues to inspire and unite communities of music lovers and gamers alike, leaving a memorable mark on the worlds she explores through her flute and her gaming skills.
Brian Colin
Hanging out at his first PGX due to some rad scheduling kismet— Brian will be spending some time with us in October!
Brian is an RPG designer, sculptor, world builder, and product developer. His current passion is Vast Grimm/Grimm Expanse, a brutal, infectious, sci-fi RPG which he co-created.
Vibrant colors and intense art-punk layouts juxtapose his terrifying hand-crafted beasts. Along with making things,
he is also the President of Creature Curation— Brian‘s project for creating strange, fantastical sculpture for conventions and gallery shows. As his art expanded beyond one-of-a-kind pieces, to role playing games and nerdy accessories it was time to form a company.
Unlockable
Content
We’re super jazzed that these Longtime PGX Contributors and Content Creators are coming to PGX THIS YEar as official guests of the show!
Unlockable content is a youtube channel and video series built around nerd/geek/gaming culture, anime, conventions, and doing vlogs to keep things up to date with the fanbase— their ethos? As they grow the fans can "unlock" things through their involvement.
Unlockable Content has been with us since the early days of the show— running panels, creating content and generally being amabassador’s of awesome for the community and we’re glad they’re joining us at the show this year!
Guys Games
& Beer Show
For their first time at PGX, we’re pleased to announce the Guys, Games and Beer show!
The fun-loving Guys, Games and Beer podcast is an amazing group of guys (and gals!) that get together to discuss games and beer! They love sharing their favorite games with people, whether it is classics you may know, or extremely unique and one-of-a-kind things you may never seen!
Come drink and play with the Gutter Geeks every Tuesday at 6:15 PM CST!
commentary on all things video and board gaming, Interviews with indie developers and coverage of all sorts of gaming events by the drunkest crew in the business: Guys Games & Beer!
Doctor Scott
Doctor Scott's Game Closet: Your Destination for Gaming Chaos!
Join Doctor Scott on a wild ride through the world of retro gaming, where the unexpected is always around the corner. From hilarious crossovers with iconic franchises to absurd quests and outrageous challenges, there's never a dull moment in Doctor Scott's Game Closet.
Remember when Doctor Scott accidentally teleported into the Classic Game Room set? Or the time he tried to destroy an Atari 2600 Pac-Man cartridge, only to find it returning to life? Get ready for laughter, nostalgia, and a healthy dose of chaos as Doctor Scott takes you on a journey through some of the most memorable (and sometimes infamous) games of all time.
Don't miss out on the gaming experience you won't find anywhere else!
Johnny Grafx
Johnny Grafx is a Former gaming journalist turned Tik Toker and Gaming Critic
Johnny covers games from the Atari 2600 all the way to the PlayStation 5, but with a major soft spot for 16 and 32-bit games from the 90's he grew up with.
After years of writing, editing and voicing content for other gaming outlets, Johnny struck out on his own and hasn't looked back.
Millions of views on TikTok from his viral "Gaming in your 30's" videos.
Currently creating some of the most-watched TurboGrafx-16 content on YouTube.