Universal Orlando Resort

July 24 - 25, 2026

Press Release

VIDEO GAME EVENT “GCX” RECEIVES MULTI-YEAR EXPANSION INVESTMENT

Video game festival GCX (Gaming Community Expo), taking place at Universal Orlando Resort July 24-25, has secured a significant private, multi-year investment to support the continued expansion and growth of the popular event.

ORLANDO, FL — May 28th, 2026 — Video game festival GCX (Gaming Community Expo), taking place at Universal Orlando Resort July 24-25, has secured a significant private, multi-year investment to support the continued expansion and growth of the popular event. The funding will enable GCX to deliver enhanced experiences for attendees and exhibitors alike. Founded by popular content creators King Gothalion and Professor Broman, the event brings together some of the biggest game developers, publishers, celebrities, and communities from around the world for what is considered a “holiday destination celebration.”

The 2026 event will have a significant focus on bringing more of the game industry together, with industry badges attracting investors and publishers from around the world, culminating in an exclusive afterparty at Universal Studios Florida after the sun goes down, much to the enjoyment of attendees.

“We’re very excited to expand the capabilities of GCX with our new partners. Our plans for the next several years are to create more exciting experiences for the GCX community. Join us at Universal Orlando Resort in July to be part of the first steps of this new adventure.”

— Kevin Murray, Chief Executive Officer, GCX

Tickets are currently on sale now, with a limited allocation available for the exclusive after party in Universal Studios Florida.

Industry badges are also available gcxevent.com/industryapp2026, and content creators can apply gcxevent.com/creatorpass26


 

About GCX Gaming Community Expo

GCX Gaming Community Expo is the only vacation-focused gaming event in the world – a destination where gaming, community, and unforgettable experiences converge at Universal Orlando Resort in 2026. Born from a grassroots meetup for Destiny fans, GCX has grown into a multi-day celebration of gaming culture in its fullest form: tabletop gaming, esports tournaments, creator meetups, cosplay, exclusive reveals, interactive exhibits, and a genuine sense of community that sets it apart from every other event in the space.

 

GCX 2026 takes place July 24–25, 2026 at Universal Orlando Resort, with show hours of 10AM–5PM ET on both days. The event culminates in an exclusive afterparty at Universal Studios Florida on the evening of July 25. Tickets are on sale now. Premium Pass holders receive exclusive access to the after-hours event. When the park closes to the public, the night is yours to enjoy giving you a rare chance to experience your favorite rides and attractions in a completely different way. For full details, tickets, exhibitor applications, creator and industry badges, and sponsorship inquiries, visit gcxevent.com.

 

Follow GCX:

Instagram / TikTok / YouTube / Facebook / X / Twitch / Discord: @GCXEvent


 

For business inquiries please email info@gcxevent.com

For press or media inquiries please email ken@raredrop.co

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