MetaGame 2026

A conference for game design, strategy, narrative, and play. The Metagame Conference at Berkeley is an annual weekend gathering focused broadly on game design, strategy, narrative, and play. It is organized as both a conference about games and a puzzle hunt/immersive game in itself, bringing together creators of board games, video games, tabletop experiences, and escape rooms. The conference regularly features experimental sessions and speakers from across the design and tech worlds. The event is typically held at the Lighthaven Campus in Berkeley, California. Visit our Industry News and the Event Calendar for more events like MetaGame 2026.