Gen Con
Gen Con

Gen Con

Entertainment

| Gen Con Mobile

Play on PC with BlueStacks or from our cloud

  • Overview
  • How to Download

Page Modified On: May 30, 2025

Run Gen Con on PC or Mac

Why limit yourself to your small screen on the phone? Run Gen Con, an app by Gen Con Mobile, best experienced on your PC or Mac with BlueStacks, the world’s #1 Android emulator.

About the App

Gen Con is your go-to sidekick for everything happening at the world’s biggest tabletop gaming event. Forget juggling piles of paper or losing track of your schedule—this app puts all the action, announcements, and your personalized plans right at your fingertips. Whether you’re a seasoned gamer hunting for your next favorite session or just exploring the convention for the first time, Gen Con helps you stay organized and connected throughout the chaos and excitement.

App Features

  • Event Explorer
    Looking for the next game demo or can’t-miss panel? You can browse and search through all the events happening, from tournaments to workshops, and discover new favorites on the fly.

  • Personal Schedule Planner
    Add events to your personal lineup so you never double-book or miss out. Your schedule updates as you go, so changes are a breeze.

  • Ticket Management
    Snag tickets to events directly through the app, and keep everything stored in one spot. No more sorting through emails or digging through a badge pouch.

  • Interactive Map
    Getting turned around in the exhibit hall? The interactive convention map makes it easy to find booths, game rooms, and snack spots before your stamina runs out.

  • Messaging
    Connect with friends (or maybe rivals) right in the app. No need to swap numbers or shout across a noisy floor—just message and meet up.

  • Badge Scanning for Hosts
    If you’re running an event, you can use the app to scan attendee badges quickly and handle electronic tickets with zero hassle.

For those wanting a bigger screen, Gen Con works smoothly on BlueStacks, making planning even more comfortable.

BlueStacks gives you the much-needed freedom to experience your favorite apps on a bigger screen. Get it now.

How to Download and Run Gen Con on PC or Mac

  • Download and install BlueStacks on your PC or Mac

  • Complete Google sign-in to access the Play Store, or do it later

  • Look for Gen Con in the search bar at the top right corner

  • Click to install Gen Con from the search results

  • Complete Google sign-in (if you skipped step 2) to install Gen Con

  • Click the Gen Con icon on the home screen to start playing

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Minimum System Requirements

With BlueStacks 5, you can get started on a PC that fulfills the following requirements.

  • Operating System

    Microsoft Windows 7 or above, macOS 11 (Big Sur) or above

  • Processor

    Intel, AMD or Apple Silicon Processor

  • RAM

    at least 4GB

  • HDD

    10GB Free Disk Space

Note:

* You must be an Administrator on your PC. Up to date graphics drivers from Microsoft or the chipset vendor.

Gen Con - FAQs

  • How to Run Gen Con on Windows PC & Mac?

    Run Gen Con on your PC or Mac by following these simple steps.

    • Click on ‘Download Gen Con on PC’ to download BlueStacks
    • Install it and log-in to Google Play Store
    • Launch and run the app.
  • Why is BlueStacks the fastest and safest platform to play games on PC?

    BlueStacks respects your privacy and is always safe and secure to use. It does not carry any malware, spyware, or any sort of additional software that could harm your PC.

    It is engineered to optimize speed and performance for a seamless gaming experience.

  • What are Gen Con PC requirements?

    Minimum requirement to run Gen Con on your PC

    • OS: Microsoft Windows 7 and above:
    • Processor: Intel or AMD Processor:
    • RAM: Your PC must have at least 2GB of RAM. (Note that having 2GB or more disk space is not a substitute for RAM):
    • HDD: 5GB Free Disk Space.
    • You must be an Administrator on your PC.