What makes Portland a haven for geeks? You could probably ask a dozen people and get a dozen very different answers. Both geeks and non-geeks are aware that we’ve been…
Local comic book shops
Excalibur Books and Comics 2444 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd., Portland, OR 97214 Excalibur, the oldest comic book store in Portland, just celebrated their 40th anniversary. This shop has history and a…
Play it loud: The top gaming student groups on campus
Video games. They’re not just Pac-Man anymore. You can enjoy this terrible joke, and so many others, with a group of likeminded peers if you join one of Portland State’s…
The best comics, according to the clerks who sell them
When you’re looking for the best, go to the experts. That’s exactly what we did for our list of the best comics around, as recommended by a handful of Portland’s…
Portland’s thriving comics scene
When most people think of big names in comics, they tend to think of places like New York City, Los Angeles or San Diego—hubs of creativity in the country’s largest…
Geek spots in Portland
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry 1945 S.E. Water Ave. Universally known as OMSI, this massive, hands-on museum can trace its roots all the way back to 1903. Now, it…
Ground Kontrol’s secret arcade machine history
Ground Kontrol is Portland’s premiere barcade, collecting decades worth of rare arcade cabinets and pinball machines under one roof. With so much history contained in one place, it would be…
Portland geek events and meet-ups
Meet-ups Portland Area Bronies http://www.meetup.com/Portland-Bronies/ Do you believe that friendship is magic? You’ll feel right at home among the Portland Bronies. They meet up for game night on Thursdays, but…
How Portland Indie Game Squad changed the city’s game scene
Most people who play video games at some point have the thought: Wouldn’t it be cool to make a video game? That’s where the Portland Indie Game Squad comes in. PIGSquad…
Costuming 101: tips for beginners
Start small Everyone started somewhere, and no one’s first handmade costume is perfect. Don’t try to do more than you’re capable or are comfortable with. Start with something basic that…
The top names in local comics to watch for
Slowly but surely, Portland is building a comics empire. Not only is it home to numerous big names in comic publishing like Dark Horse and Oni Press, but it also…