Will there be open gaming tables at the JW Marriott Ballroom this year like in previous year?

And if so, is a badge required to enter that area in the evenings?

I believe it is, and as a Gen Con space a badge would be required. 

In my opinion, it is, and a badge is obviously necessary to enter the Gen Con area. geometry dash
 

Is there any case where you can still play JW Marriott Ballroom without needing a badge? I really want to play it but I'm still pretty weak so I don't have a badge yet.tunnel rush

Last year (and the few pre-COVID years I remember the JWM having open gaming space) they never had anyone checking badges in the ballroom.  That being said, it fills up quickly, so unless you get there early, its likely you won't be able to find a table to play.  My gaming group was only able to find 1 table on Thursday PM, and none the rest of the week so we couldn't get together at all to play anything after the demo floor closed...  GenCon really needs more open gaming space, even if its badged-only (though they probably won't do that, since they earn no money from open gaming areas...)

That's right! It was a pretty difficult time. Everything becomes looser Fun games

I'm really looking forward to this year.
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There will be open gaming tables at the JW Marriott Ballroom this year, similar to previous years. To enter the gaming area in the evenings, a badge or wristband is typically required. Ensure you check the specific event details or contact the event organizers for the most accurate and updated information regarding badge requirements and access. coreball

That sound nice
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I think the JW Marriott will have open getaway shootout gaming tables available in the ballroom this year.