Dan Iacovelli Posted December 31, 2007 Share Posted December 31, 2007 (edited) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Contact Person: Dan Iacovelli Organization: Video Game Summit Telephone Number: (708) 273-6029 Email Address: VideoGameSummit@yahoo.com Web site Address: http://avc.atari-users.net/VGS.html Video Game Summit Registration Announced Chicago, Illinois – (December 31st, 2007) – Remember how much fun you used to have playing Atari, Nintendo and all kinds of games on your computer? Well, you will have the rare opportunity to play these great games again at the Video Game Summit, a video game and computer trade show. In fact, several dealers in retro games will be on hand offering games, controllers, systems and memorabilia and will be prepared to buy or trade for the games you have held onto since you were a kid. Who knows, you might just have an Atari cartridge worth $1000 or more collecting dust in your attic. “Retrogaming,” the playing and collecting of vintage video and computer games, is more popular than ever. In fact, a dedicated group of programmers still issues new games for game systems, such as the Atari 2600, last seen in retail stores over fifteen years ago. The Video Game Summit, now in its fifth year, brings together retrogamers from all over the country to swap stories, games and to compete in sanctioned tournaments. The event is open to the public and people of all ages with an interest in video games or computers are encouraged to attend. According to the event’s organizer, Dan Iacovelli, “we plan to have several gaming consoles set to free play and a trade room where collectors will be free to swap their extra games.” Best of all, admission is free! The Video Game Summit is held on July 12th, 2008 and will run from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. and will be held in the Heron Point Building adjacent to the Fairfield Inn located at 645 West North Avenue in Lombard, Illinois. Registration is open now at http://avc.atari-users.net/Events/VGS_files/register.html. Dan Iacovelli is available to answer any questions at (708) 273-6029 or VideoGameSummit@yahoo.com. Dan Iacovelli is the chairperson of Atari Video Club and has published a retrogaming fanzine “Atari Zone” since 1993(for more information on AVC visit: http://avc.atari-users.net ) For information: http://avc.atari-users.net/VGS.html or Contact: VideoGameSummit@yahoo.com or Phone: (708) 273-6029 ### Be sure to check the news page as well at the VGS website as well for news on our game show. Edited March 8, 2008 by Dan Iacovelli Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jboypacman Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 Was talking to my friend and sometime AA poster Dalum about this and we just might go to this if everything works out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Iacovelli Posted January 16, 2008 Author Share Posted January 16, 2008 I posted the bellow quote in the VGS yahoo group,looking for people to help at the show or bring in tv's/monitors,or extra systems or games: We are still looking for people are interested in helping out at the show. here is what we are looking for:Sponsorship committee: help contacting potential sponsors(and or vendors* Raffle/Tournament committee: basically help with the raffles and tourneys** General Help:these are people who will be working with main committee members listed above(also will help with greeting people at main table) *the main person on Sponsorship committee will have partial access to the eventbrite page which is sending out the e-mail e-vites from there as receive notices from attendees and view the invoices(and help manage the orders) ** people on this committee have the following jobs: decide what prize(s) go to either the raffle or tourney organize the time table for the tourneys(the raffles are going be schedule by me which are usually about every 2 hours) and keep track of the winners and report them to me or who ever is working the main table when I'm busy) (currently we have Paul Zimmerman heading up the Tournament part of the comititee (we need somebody to do head up the Raffle part) and we have new commer John Racanelli taking over the Press Releases for me(he did the second one announcing the registration and I just redid the game show press release in his format) We are also looking for people who can help us by bringing a few tvs/monitors for the tournaments and or free play.(I can bring my 12 incher but thats it)(extra systems or games will also be nice). In exchange for helping us out AVC will give you the following: 1 free item from AVC News Stand at cafepress.com reinburstment on your lunch(one plate of pizza(which is going be cut in the sections instead of slices) and can of pop or bottled walter) free entry in the raffle/game show or pay tournament (like all the vendors and exhibitors: you will recieve a cafepress edition of the 2008 program and a name tag/button this is comp is already set up) If interested please e-mail at videogamesummit@yahoo.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Iacovelli Posted February 7, 2008 Author Share Posted February 7, 2008 (edited) Since Jagfest at MGC seemes to be doing ok with or with out my help( I did offer to supply a couple jagfest on tour items for prizes) I think it's time for it to return where it all began 11 yrs ago, Chicago,IL(Video Game Summit to specific) our first couple shows had a Jagfest section consisting of my Jaguar,Tom's Lynx display and we even had Terrence williams of Force Designs. Our last show in 2006, barely had anything for the Jagfest wwith exception of my Jaguar(and I think Goat store had one though) this year I would to see: Network of at least three or Jaguar games(Battle Sphere,Doom, orAircars) at least two or three non-networking systems( this will display carts and CD games) hopefully Tom's Lynx dsiplay will return(if not at least two or three would be good) a Nuon System will be good as well Now we can't give you table spots due to our small space,so you have to pay for your own tables,but I make sure your all in the same location. if your interested in helping out e-mail me at VideoGameSummit@yahoo.com Subject: Jagfest Section. Thank You Daniel Iacovelli Video Game Summit Event Organizner Edited February 21, 2008 by Dan Iacovelli Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Iacovelli Posted March 6, 2008 Author Share Posted March 6, 2008 just bumping this topic up: and to let you know about a new Tournament we will be doing: Chicago's Only VidPin Tournament: Here is a brief summary of the Tournament: It’s a timed high score contest, that consists of rounds of play. First and second round can have up to 24 players each The Final Round can have up to 12 players. (The time limit of play is determined by # of players in each round). Early bird sign-up for the First round has started and is scheduled to end on July 6th, 2008. For more information on how to sign up for the first round of the VidPin tournament visit the VidPin page at the VGS website Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inky Posted March 8, 2008 Share Posted March 8, 2008 is it just me or did I not see a date in this thread? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Iacovelli Posted March 8, 2008 Author Share Posted March 8, 2008 (edited) is it just me or did I not see a date in this thread? yeah thats was johns fault he left out the date, Ididn't catch it until later. July 12th, 2008 same place as before.(edited the first post to have date listed) Edited March 8, 2008 by Dan Iacovelli Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Iacovelli Posted April 7, 2008 Author Share Posted April 7, 2008 in case you missed last nights vidcast(which is going be playing until next week(when do the Game of the month) It was offically confirmed that Todd Rogers will be coming to VGS in july and a New Record will be made on the Jaguar. when the Press Release goes out I'll post it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Iacovelli Posted April 17, 2008 Author Share Posted April 17, 2008 (edited) in case you missed last nights vidcast(which is going be playing until next week(when do the Game of the month)It was offically confirmed that Todd Rogers will be coming to VGS in july and a New Record will be made on the Jaguar. when the Press Release goes out I'll post it. I can confrim the following: on the Vidcast (which is now playing until our next show at ustream.tv/channel/avc-live -podcast (as well AVC Online poadcast/news page) 1.Both Todd Rogers and Walter Day said that VGS will crown a Gorf Classic champion on the Jaguar CD. Todd is expected to come and set the record and then others can try to beat him. 2. Twin Galaxies is once again supporting the show by supplying us with posters and hot sauce and, possibly, other great stuff. (Todd is scheduled to be a keynote as well, more on that when I get more details) Edited April 17, 2008 by Dan Iacovelli Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Iacovelli Posted May 10, 2008 Author Share Posted May 10, 2008 (edited) Just a an update to this thread, besides Todd, we are pleased to have Trickman Terry and Sushi X(former EGM writers in the 80's and 90's) now webmasters of Video Game Evolution (www.vgevo.com) be our guests and give a keynote address. More new coming soon what the shows website for more details Edited May 17, 2008 by Dan Iacovelli Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Iacovelli Posted May 17, 2008 Author Share Posted May 17, 2008 shows getting close now about 50 days and counting, so who is coming this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Iacovelli Posted May 28, 2008 Author Share Posted May 28, 2008 shows getting close now about 50 days and counting,so who is coming this year. just bumping this up, plenty of table spots are still available, get them soon, around June or July they will go fast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Iacovelli Posted June 12, 2008 Author Share Posted June 12, 2008 we are now at T-minus 30 days and counting: So this is the official roll call for those who are coming to the show as we get closer I do expect the tables will get filled faster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Iacovelli Posted June 14, 2008 Author Share Posted June 14, 2008 (edited) in the tradition that started at CGE and continued into MGC: AVC Online proudly follows the tradition by not only having an after the show gathering but as well as having Pre-show gathering. the Original plan was to have just an after show gathering at Nickel City arcade in Northbrook,IL but Todd Rogers from Twin Galaxies has to leave right after the show, so we moved it to Friday july 11th but we also going to have an after the show gathering at Safari Land in Villa Park,IL. The full details are still sketchy, but for now we would just like head count of those who are coming to the show as well as the gatherings Edited June 14, 2008 by Dan Iacovelli Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Iacovelli Posted June 23, 2008 Author Share Posted June 23, 2008 we are getting close to the show now 2 weks and counting we still have plenty of spots available . so if you need a spot please get it now,because like evry year people wait til the last minute to get them. (Website will be getting an update, some time day today) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Iacovelli Posted June 25, 2008 Author Share Posted June 25, 2008 we are getting close to the show now 2 weks and counting we still have plenty of spots available .so if you need a spot please get it now,because like evry year people wait til the last minute to get them. (Website will be getting an update, some time day today) Just bumping this up a bit: Website has been updated(new pages two videos showing) Also two new guests have been added Walter Day founder of Twin Galaxies and tim Mcvey the first person to score 1 billion on nibbler. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 we are getting close to the show now 2 weks and counting we still have plenty of spots available .so if you need a spot please get it now,because like evry year people wait til the last minute to get them. (Website will be getting an update, some time day today) Just bumping this up a bit: Website has been updated(new pages two videos showing) Also two new guests have been added Walter Day founder of Twin Galaxies and tim Mcvey the first person to score 1 billion on nibbler. Hey Dan - Cool - I just sold my dedicated Rockola Nibbler and can't believe anyone scoring a billion on that game. I think there is a pattern for all the screens, though, but damn! Also, I am mailing the cards today, so glad I saw your post I think they should still get to you in time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gulag picture radio Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 I'm planning on swinging by this year Dan... looking forward to it. Wish that I had my stuff organized enough to get a table! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Iacovelli Posted June 26, 2008 Author Share Posted June 26, 2008 I'm planning on swinging by this year Dan... looking forward to it. Wish that I had my stuff organized enough to get a table! it will be cool to see you again bohus ,maybe next year you can have a table. (ps wear your svengollie shirt to the show) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Iacovelli Posted June 28, 2008 Author Share Posted June 28, 2008 (edited) Tables are still available, next week will be your last chance to purchase them. also at the show you will be able to see two videos Tilt-the battle to save pinball and the Atari Jaguar press conference from 1993 Edited June 29, 2008 by Dan Iacovelli Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Iacovelli Posted June 30, 2008 Author Share Posted June 30, 2008 Tables are still available, next week will be your last chance to purchase them.also at the show you will be able to see two videos Tilt-the battle to save pinball and the Atari Jaguar press conference from 1993 next week is the show, anybody else coming, tables are still available Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Iacovelli Posted July 4, 2008 Author Share Posted July 4, 2008 Quick update: this sunday (july 6th) AVC_live Video Cast returns on Ustream.tv ( Online Streaming ) this will be our pre-show show, I will be giving updates on the show and for those who haven't had a chance to play our game show during the month of Juneit is now part of the vid cast now,there will be no Game of the month for July. the Vidcast starts at 9pm ET(8pm CT). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZIMM Posted July 6, 2008 Share Posted July 6, 2008 Was talking to my friend and sometime AA poster Dalum about this and we just might go to this if everything works out. awesome! would love to see atariage members there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZIMM Posted July 6, 2008 Share Posted July 6, 2008 I'm planning on swinging by this year Dan... looking forward to it. Wish that I had my stuff organized enough to get a table! awesome! bring some things to sell if you want. dan will be selling tables at the show for a discount. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZIMM Posted July 6, 2008 Share Posted July 6, 2008 we are getting close to the show now 2 weks and counting we still have plenty of spots available .so if you need a spot please get it now,because like evry year people wait til the last minute to get them. (Website will be getting an update, some time day today) Just bumping this up a bit: Website has been updated(new pages two videos showing) Also two new guests have been added Walter Day founder of Twin Galaxies and tim Mcvey the first person to score 1 billion on nibbler. Hey Dan - Cool - I just sold my dedicated Rockola Nibbler and can't believe anyone scoring a billion on that game. I think there is a pattern for all the screens, though, but damn! Also, I am mailing the cards today, so glad I saw your post I think they should still get to you in time. thanks for sponsoring and donating prizes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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