BCW Supplies Recap of the 2022 GAMA Expo

The 2022 GAMA Expo returned after a virtual-only event in 2021. This trade show, hosted by The Game Manufacturers Association, brings together board game, card game, RPG publishers, game shops, and distributors to look at new games and discuss topics in the industry. The 2022 GAMA Expo was held in Reno March 14th to the 18th. The 2023 Expo will also be in Reno, and it was announced the 2024 through 2026 Expos will be in Louisville.

BCW Supplies managed a seminar on Tuesday, March 15th, hosted by Andrew Phillips. Much of the presentation was about BCW products, including our Spectrum brand of board game, RPG, and card game accessories. Andrew has a wealth of knowledge about game shop accessories, so he also shared ideas in the supplies category beyond the BCW and Spectrum brands. In addition to working for BCW, Andrew is the owner of Level Up Games which has two retail locations in Georgia. Andrew also worked for GTS Distribution for several years, so he has seen the industry from several angles.

BCW Supplies also had a booth in the 2022 GAMA Expo exhibit hall. We presented BCW and Spectrum game products. Below are some of the items we highlighted this year.

The BCW Prime X4 Gaming Box (left) folds fours decks of 60 sleeved cards. The Prime X4 XL version is taller and can accommodate 100 double sleeved cards. Both versions have a secure latching lid and spaces for dice or tokens.

BCW now offers two sizes of Card Bins. The 3,200 ct. Card Bin has a four row design. These have been popular with players of living card games (LCGs) such as Marvel Champions and Arkham Horror. The new 1,600 ct. Card Bin has a two row design and includes a handle. These come with one movable partition for each row, which act like a bookend to keep your cards upright. Additional Card Bin Partitions (the gray dividers pictured above) are sold separately. The white dividers picture above are our Tall Card Dividers. Both of these Card Bins have locking lids and identification slots in the front of each row.

BCW Interlocking Card Frames have an anticipated street date of August 1st, 2022, and the initial inventory is available for pre-order while quantities last. Each one of these frames will hold a standard sized card in an attractive black frame. What makes these frames unique is the interlocking system. With the turn of a few screws a frame can be connected with neighboring frames, forming whatever grid of frames you want to display. These frames work in conjunction with BCW Toploaders (provided) or BCW Magnetic Card Holders. Watch this product demonstration for further explanation.

Spectrum Prism Deck Cases are colorful, snap-together deck cases. Each case can hold 100 double sleeved cards, making these ideal for MTG Commander decks. These are available in eight colors.

Spectrum Board Game Bags have an anticipated street date of September 16th, 2022, and the initial inventory is available for pre-order while quantities last. These stylish bags make it convenient to transport your games on Board Game Night, or when you attend a BG convention. A Spectrum Board Game Bag will hold six standard sized board games, and has additional pockets on the front and sides for extra books, meeple, etc. The bags are charcoal gray with rainbow colored stitching. These have handles and a strong shoulder strap.

Thanks to all of the retailers that attended the our seminar or visited the BCW/Spectrum booth at the 2022 GAMA Expo. Stores can learn more or purchase BCW and Spectrum products from our distributors, or you can apply for a BCW direct wholesale account. Lastly, thanks to GAMA for hosting another successful event.