What to Do In Florida: Otronicon in Orlando
Do you love video games? Are you the first one in line the night before a new version of Halo is released? Does your entire family find yourselves spending more time together now that you have Guitar Hero at home? Is the Wii Fitness part of your New Year’s Resolution?
Video games conventions aren’t just for the diehards anymore. Gaming has become a family pastime and a part of our modern era. So, if are looking for somewhere to take the family next weekend, consider the video game fest Otronicon @ Orlando Science Center January 16-20, 2009 at the Orlando Science Center. Even better, Otronicon is open for school trips and groups from January 21-23, 2009.
It’s appropriate for the entire family. There will be tournaments for Rock Band, Wii Fitness, and Guitar Hero. You can try your hand at racing, medical, and flight simulation; experience Wii on a big screen; and get in on the free-play for Super Smash Bros and GameCube. Hang out at the Dance Dance Revolution disco or perform for a live audience in the Rock Band Concert Hall. For the little ones, there are games like V-Smile and a chance to design your own storybook adventure. For those of us who have fond memories of the classic arcade games, there will be a longue where you can play Donkey Kong, Pacman, Frogger and more.
Don’t miss the Machinima film festival to get a first look at this emerging genre. There is even an art show where you can see submissions from local artists and students.
Otronicon even has a soft side. 
A couple who met while playing Halo 2 will be having “A Match Made in Halo Wedding”.
Admission is $17 for adults and $12 for children under age 12. OSC members get in free.
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