Thanks to our 2026 Sponsors

Red Bull

Red Bull energy drink gives you wings! Red Bull Energy Drink is appreciated worldwide by top athletes, busy professionals, college students and travelers on long journeys. Red Bull is our marquee sponsor for our eSports events at #SFGE2024

Jersey Jack Pinball

Jersey Jack Pinball designs groundbreaking pinball machines made for players, collectors and newcomers alike. Our head-turning machines are playable works of art, crafted by artisans and innovators with a nod to the game’s rich history and an eye towards the future. Built to last, these games provide their owners with great fun and value for years to come.

We are a proud to be a sponsor of Southern Fried Gaming Expo for 2024

Marco Specialties

Marco Specialties, Inc. has one mission: provide pinball machine owners one source for Everything Pinball. Founded in 1985 and online since 1999, Marco has since grown to offer over 30,000 individual parts for thousands of pinball machines to customers around the world. With thousands of rare parts, large inventories of common parts, industry-leading fulfillment, and trusted customer service, Marco is the central pillar of the global pinball machine community. Customers ranging from first-time pinball machine owners to large pinball arcade operators find everything they need at Marco. As the pinball community grows around the world, Marco supports the pinball industry by sponsoring dozens of pinball shows, exhibitions, tournaments and other events every year.

Marco Specialties has been an SFGE sponsor since day 1, and we are thrilled to welcome their continued support!

Classic Game Rooms

Dedicated to bringing home entertainment to your game room. Located in Covington, GA, Classic Game Rooms is Atlanta Georgia’s #1 Pinball Machine and gaming Distributor for Stern Pinball, Jersey Jack , Chicago Gaming Company, American Pinball, Raw Thrills, Namco, Incredible Technologies, and more!

Starrcade Amusements

Located in Kennesaw’s Town Center at Cobb Mall, Starrcade is an independently owned classic arcade that sets itself apart from the rest. Unlike large corporate arcades, our games aren’t just pulled from a catalog—they’ve been carefully curated by our traveling technicians who have scoured the country, performing repairs while sourcing rare, cult-classic arcade experiences you won’t find anywhere else. We’ve gathered the best of the best from small-town arcades across America in order to bring them all together under one roof: Starrcade.

Our mission is simple: we revive these iconic machines in order to transport you back to the ’80s, ’90s, and the early 2000s—the era when quirky 3D games and unforgettable gameplay took over the arcade scene. Expect to find hidden gems and unique experiences that will take you on a nostalgic journey you won’t find anywhere else.

Starrcade features an impressive lineup of rare 1/1, 1/3, and 1/6 prototype and low production run games, alongside exclusive Japanese imports that you’ll be hard-pressed to find outside of Tokyo, making Starrcade a standout destination for arcade fans and gaming enthusiasts alike. Whether you’re craving the nostalgic chaos of early 2000s gaming or just want a fun spot to hang out with friends and dive into some frantic multiplayer action, Starrcade will be the place you find your new favorite game from out of this world.

Starrcade Kennesaw

Stars and Strikes

A collection of family entertainment centers with locations in GA, AL, TN, NC, and SC, Stars and Strikes knows how to have fun! Since the beginning, we’ve enjoyed having Stars and Strikes as a sponsor and look forward to the HUGE crowd-pleasing games they bring every year! If you’ve enjoyed Space Invaders Frenzy, Pac-Man Battle Royale, or more, you can thank Stars and Strikes! Be sure to visit one of their locations for arcade games, bowling, bumper cars, VR, and more! Thank you to Stars and Strikes for their continued support of SFGE!

VOG Network

The VOG (Voice of Geeks) Network is a streaming and podcast network dedicated to geek culture including Video Games, Anime, Comics, Science Fiction, and Fantasy. Founded in 2012 by video game podcasting veterans, VOG is anchored by two of the longest running video game talk shows on the internet – The Bobby Blackwolf Show and Orange Lounge Radio – airing back to back on their Twitch channel on Sunday nights starting at 8PM ET/5PM PT and available wherever you get your podcasts

Meeple Madness

Meeple Madness offers a family-friendly place to explore a variety of hobbies with friends both old and new.  Their space includes a variety of table sizes – from a massive 10×5 configuration for the largest war games to more intimate tables perfect for small board games or card games.  Their retail section includes a huge selection of board games, as well as popular miniature and role-playing games.  They also carry the hottest collectible card games and accessories for nearly every tabletop hobby.

Solar Slice Pizza

Andretti Indoor Karting & Games

At Andretti Indoor Karting and Games, you’ll find an exciting atmosphere full of activities that everyone in your family can enjoy.

Get ready to experience all the thrills of racing with our indoor electric go-karts or be on the edge of your seat during our 7D Experience. Next, escape from reality as you explore immersive, virtual worlds through Hyperdeck and Hologate. Then, enjoy a mix of retro classics as well as today’s favorite games in our arcade. With so much excitement at your fingertips, it’s easy to see why Andretti Indoor Karting & Games is quickly becoming one of the hottest spots for family entertainment! After you work up an appetite, refuel at one of our restaurants featuring freshly made brick oven pizza, salads, burgers and more. We also feature a full-service bar where adults can unwind after a day filled with adventure. With all this, Andretti Indoor Karting & Games is sure to provide an unforgettable experience that will bring joy & memories that last a lifetime!

T-Mobile

“T-Mobile helps you break free from Verizon and AT&T. You shouldn’t be stuck in a 3-year phone contract where rates could go up at any time. We’ll help you pay off your contract, upgrade your phone, and switch to the network with more 5G coverage than Verizon and AT&T combined.”

Toylanta

Toylanta is a family friendly toy convention featuring vintage toys and collectibles, comics, artists, celebrity guests, indie toy companies, industry experts and more! Experience a fun filled weekend connecting with a community of new and old friends as you search for those hard-to-find collection pieces, attend workshops and panels, chat with designers, trade knowledge with customizers, meet our celebrity guests, and immerse yourself in an environment all centered around toy collecting and pop culture.

Atlas Arcadia

Atlas Arcadia is an archive of arcade history. Our mission is to build a community to preserve and document arcade venues and artifacts, establishing a credible resource for enthusiasts, collectors, and historians.

Rangerstop & Pop Con

Join us at Ranger Stop and Pop Con in Atlanta – the ultimate celebration of Power Rangers, Anime and Pop Culture! Get ready for an action-packed weekend filled with thrilling activities, exclusive appearances, and unforgettable memories!

Satellite Arcade Bar & Restaurant

A new venture from our friends at Starrcade.