Unplugged '24 PAX Together Demo Days Application

The PAX Together program is proud to announce our first PAX Together Demo Days! The program will host new and in development game demos on the Show Floor, and safe space game sessions in the PAX Together Intersection Games Library (PTIGL). The goal of the program is to celebrate and highlight games by BIPOC game creators. We especially invite Indigenous creators from around the world to apply. This application covers not only your application to participate in Demos Days, but to also run games in the Intersection as a Storyteller.

If you are not a BIPOC dev and would like to run your game in The Intersection, we invite you to apply to host a safe space table via the PAX Together Intersection Storyteller Application found here: https://conventions.leapevent.tech/f/5bc726d1-abb3-4175-bb49-e3e2cb40c880.

Thanks for your interest in submitting your NEW game to the PAX Together Demo Days. PAX Unplugged will take place Friday, December 6 - Sunday, December 8 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Please NOTE: Upon submitting your game submission, you will not receive a confirmation email. Games/Storyteller information sessions will be scheduled via email at a later date. Attendance at an info session, as well as confirmed Safety Tools training completion are required to run games within the PTIGL.

If you have any questions about the Storyteller application process, please email [email protected].

Demos Days Application Submitter Name Required
PLEASE NOTE: As the application submitter, you will serve as the primary contact until staff is notified otherwise.

Demos Days Application Submitter Pronouns

Demos Days Application Submitter Email Address Required

Are you the game developer? Required

If you answered no above, what is the name of the game developer? Required
Either the individual name, promotional name, or company name.

Are you currently planning on attending PAX Unplugged '24? - Select all that apply - Required

Yes.

No.

Uncertain.

I'd like to attend, but I need some help.

How did you find out about this program? Required

If you selected a response above with an asterix (*) beside it, please explain a bit more.
If Discord, which server? If a partner org or exhibitor, which group? If on social media, which platform? Thanks!

On-Site Contact Preference: Discord & Phone

Please ensure you have notifications on. We will contact you during PAX as necessary (i.e. session cancelled, the GM is not there at the scheduled time). You will be added to a Discord channel to facilitate these communications.

During PAX Unplugged, the PTIGL staff will use Discord as a primary means of contacting the Developers. What is your Discord EXACTLY as it appears in your Discord profile? Required
If you're not certain you'll be the on-site contact, and are only submitting this application, no worries - you can update this later.

As a backup means of communication, what is the best phone number to contact you at during PAX Unplugged? Required
This is only for on-site emergencies. If you're not certain you'll be the on-site contact, and are only submitting this application, no worries - you can update this later.

The PTI is committed to building a safe space; highlighting diverse experiences, abilities, and perspectives. The Demo Days program furthers that mission by focusing on BIPOC devs. Please list only those identity aspects you're comfortable sharing.
PLEASE NOTE: This question is NOT required. We ask that you only list identity aspects that you are comfortable sharing.

Game Information
If you would like to submit more than one game to the Demo Days program, please complete and submit a form for each game.

Where is your game at in the release process? Required

What is your release date or anticipated release date? Required

Game Title Required

Brief teaser or synopsis of your game Required
Example: The Duke's son has been accepted to a prestigious school. While overjoyed, they are concerned as he wishes to go unchaperoned. Your job: to ensure that he gets to school - without him noticing that you are protecting him. A simple enough task...

Please include the website or web link for the game. Required
Example: Board Game Geek, RPG geek, etc.

PLEASE NOTE: Power will not be available at any of our tables, plan for an Unplugged experience. Additionally, your game needs to be run at the table - we are not able to support LARP at this time. Our standard table size is 8 players including the Storyteller. If you would like to run a game for additional players, or your game would require some movement (e.g., Blood on the Clock Tower) please indicate that below so we can discuss how to facilitate that.

Game Type Required

If you selected "Other" in the previous question, please explain here.

What setup requirement does your game have? Required
Example: D6 based, Jenga, digital candles, 16 players so I need 2 tables, Blood on the Clock Tower - we need to have some room to conspire, etc.

Min and Max number of players excluding the Storyteller. Required

What masking requirement, if any, would you prefer for your table? Required
PLEASE NOTE: Masks will be available in the space for all attendees.

Are there any player preparation requirements? Required
Example: Bring your own character, pre-gen characters provided, please bring a photo of your character's ideal prom outfit for character visualization, etc.

What is the base age rating for the game system you are planning on running? Required
PLEASE NOTE: This is the official age rating of the game itself. For example: Masks is age 13 and up.

What is the age rating for the game session you are planning on running? Required
For example: Masks is age 13 and up, but you are planning a story for a more mature audience and will be running a game for age 17 and up.

Do you have any other requests or notes that you would like to include?
Example: BIPOC players encouraged with Queer BIPOC Storyteller, neurodiverse players encouraged, ASL-trained Storyteller, Family-friendly game, etc.

Safety Techniques & Conduct

PTI Games Library is committed to player safety and Storyteller safety. We will have a meeting with each Storyteller before the schedule goes live during which you may address any additional concerns or share any context you feel comfortable with at that time as well.

Are there any other CWs that should be included for this game?

Accessibility

PLEASE NOTE: We cannot guarantee that PAX will be able to accommodate all needs, but we will submit all requests of those individuals selected to be PTI Storytellers.

Will you require accommodations, including but not limited to Sign Language translators, or other Accessibility features? Required

Special Accommodations and Requests

PLEASE NOTE: We cannot guarantee that PAX will be able to accommodate all special accommodations and request, but we will submit all requests of those individuals selected to be PTI Storytellers.

Are there any accommodations you need to run your game? Required
Example: I need to take breaks every 30 min to move around, or I need to have room for my ASL interpreter.

Safety Tools

The PTI Games Library has developed a safety tool system specifically for use within our space. While our tools will look a little different you can review TTRPG Safety Tool Guide and how they are utilized here: https://i.4pcdn.org/tg/1583202183294.pdf.

Storytellers will be required to go through a training and quiz on the use of our safety tools before the event. The following Safety Tools will be required within the PTI Games Library for all Storyteller games:
1. Consent Checklist,
2. Modified X-card System,
3. Storyteller Safety Coasters,
4. Aftercare Guidelines.

Additional information will be provided during the Information session with a PTI Games Library Mage.

Are you now familiar with the use of Safety Tools? Required
Hint: Did you review the Safety Tools linked above?

Game Session Scheduling

All PTI Games Library TTRPG games are required to use the TTRPG Consent Checklist and Safety Techniques. To accommodate this, there is an additional 15 minutes built into each game timeslot to allow participants to complete the checklist, and for the storyteller to review these responses. Example: a 2 hour game scheduled at 10:15am, using the first 15 minutes for the Consent Checklist, will begin running at 10:30am and conclude at 12:30pm.

Storytellers are expected to arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled time.

If accepted into the Demo Days program, will you run the game in the PTI or will a volunteer run it in your place? Required
All Storytellers are required to complete the Safety Tools training and use Safety Tools in their game, and will also receive badges for running games in the PTI.

How long are your game sessions?

The PTI will be open Friday - Saturday 10:00am to 6:30pm, and Sunday 10:00am - 6:00pm. We will be assigning time slots for each game session based on availability starting at 10:45am. Do you have a preferred day when you would like to host your game? Required

Are you available to run demos on the show floor on Friday, December 6?

Are you available to run a session in the PTI on Friday, December 6?

Are you available to run demos on the show floor on Saturday, December 7?

Are you available to run a session in the PTI on Saturday, December 7?

Are you available to run demos on the show floor on Sunday, December 8?

Are you available to run a session in the PTI on Sunday, December 8?

Is there ANYTHING else you think we should know that will affect or help you to facilitate this game at PAX?

Safety, Security, and Wellness

The Rules of PAX can be found at https://unplugged.paxsite.com/en-us/info/safety-security-and-wellness.html with further explanation and legal Terms of Service available here: https://unplugged.paxsite.com/content/dam/sitebuilder/rna/pax/unplugged/2024/docs/PAX-Unplugged-2024-Attendee-Terms.pdf.

Should I be selected as a PTI Storyteller, I acknowledge that I will abide by the Rules and policies of PAX as provided above by ReedPop and the venue.

Do you Agree to Respect and Use the RPG Safety Techniques in order to facilitate clear communication and a safe and respectful gaming environment?

I understand that this application does not guarantee my selection in the PAX Together Demo Days program or as a PTI Storyteller, and only registers my request.

ReedPop's mission is to create welcoming events where fans of all kinds are safe and accepted. ReedPop event panelists, presenters, and moderators are subject to our harassment policy, not only as fans, but also during event presentations.
Per the policy, this includes the prohibition of offensive verbal comments in relation to, but not limited to, race, gender, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, and appearance. Please mark yes if you agree to uphold this mission.

Complimentary badges are given to game devs selected to participate in The PAX Together Demos Days and/or PTI Storytellers who don't already have another type of badge (Exhibitor, Media, etc.).
If any Demo Days game deve participant or Storyteller is caught giving away or selling their badge, they will be banned from future PAXes as guest. Badges are non-transferable. Do you understand?