Written by: Gabriella Zulueta
Editor-in-Chief
Level Up Expo, have you heard of it? It’s a 3 day event from February 17th – February 19th, held at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Pricing ranges from $30 to $200, $30 for a sunday pass and $200 for the squad pack which includes 4 three day passes. This Level Up Expo is meant to bring people from different backgrounds together and share their similar passions and interests.
There are many things to do at the convention. This includes purchasing from booths, getting autographs, gaming tournaments, cosplaying, side quests and enjoying the scenery around you.
So many booths and so many things to choose from. Each booth sells something different from anime figures to pins, clothes, games, stickers, art, and any other random trinkets you can think of. These booths are located by the front of the Level Up Expo called the Exhibition Hall. Everything ranges at different prices so get ready for a multitude of different prices.
If you’re looking to meet and get autographs from some of your favorite voice actors, twitch streamers, and youtubers then the Level up Expo is the place to be. The pricing of these autographs go as low as $40 but some prices are yet to be announced. For many years this event has tried its best to get different varieties of well known people. For example every year includes different voice actors and celebrities but some are the same from the year before it.
If you are into competitive gaming or want to give it a try, you can sign up online as well as at the event. If you win you will be awarded certain mystery prizes (Some include money). These gaming tournaments include console and PC. Some games to mention are Super Smash Bros, Street Fighter V, and Mario Kart 8 for console, Minecraft, Fall Guys, Rocket League and League of Legends for PC. All these games allow attendees to participate and win prizes.
One of the most popular things people do at this convention is cosplay. Most people cosplay to have fun, but many like to compete in the cosplay contest. The cosplay contest is a small event where you make a short skit (related to your character) in front of judges, and other viewers at the event. Dress as your favorite characters and show off your acting skills.
Last thing to mention is the Side Quest. The Side Quest is for all attendees to play and have some extra fun when wandering around the convention. Last year, you had to find and take photos with different cosplayers around the event. Not only that but also making fun and goofy videos of yourself. If you finish all the small quests you win a free souvenir/merchandise at Level Up Expo.
The Level Up Expo is located at Las Vegas Convention Center 3150 Paradise Rd, South Hall South Hall Las Vegas, NV 89109. For more information go to https://lvlupexpo.com/. (This is a yearly event)