A role-playing game, a fascinating historical Budapest, and a crowdfunding campaign currently underway At the International Convention of Games and History, we are particularly interested in games that offer new ways of discovering and experiencing history. So when Dragonmount Press agreed to join us, we were delighted. Their current project takes us to a city we know well… but to a Budapest from a very different time, where the streets, cafés and grand buildings could hide s

Founded in late 2023, the Association for the Conservation, Study, and Promotion of Playful Heritage (CVPL) is a non-profit cultural and scientific association of general interest. It brings together collectors, researchers, creators, publishers, associations, cultural institutions, local authorities, and heritage professionals who pool their knowledge, skills, and resources to promote this heritage and advance its objectives: - to support the preservation and management of p

What if the rules of a board game were not simply there to be followed… but could also be changed? That is exactly the kind of question that inspires Alfa Diallo, the game designer we are delighted to welcome to the International Games & History Convention in Budapest on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October. An energy economist, a father of two young children and a passionate board gamer, Alfa devotes his free time to another kind of analysis: designing games where players have

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On Sunday, October 18, the International Games & History Convention invites you to discover a winery where wine, gastronomy and the art of living come together around one simple philosophy: taking the time to enjoy. There are places you visit to discover. And then there are places that immediately make you want to slow down. At the foot of Mount Hegyestű, in the heart of the Káli Basin, MONOslow is one of them. Our partner will be at the Convention on Sunday, October 18, 2026

The International Convention of Games & History in Budapest is delighted to welcome Rudolf Bocskay, a passionate gamer and collector, who will introduce visitors to a world where titans, gods, heroes and mythical creatures take to the battlefield. For the occasion, Rudolf will be presenting Mythic Battles: Pantheon, with one or two gaming tables where visitors will be able to discover the game, learn how it works and, why not, take part in a few mythological battles themselve

Et si Budapest pouvait être racontée autrement qu'à travers son histoire, ses monuments ou ses cartes postales ? À l'occasion de la Convention Internationale des Jeux, le peintre contemporain Michel Salzmann nous invite à découvrir la capitale hongroise à travers son regard unique. Le 18 octobre 2026, de 18h00 à 19h00, Michel Salzmann donnera une conférence intitulée "La Perspective du Peintre Michel Salzmann sur Budapest" au VDSZ à Budapest. Cet événement réunira deux mondes

These archive images plunge us into the heart of the Hungarian revolution, when Budapest became the scene of a brutal confrontation between insurgents and Soviet forces. Amidst devastated streets, armored vehicles, and panicked civilians, these archival images show Budapest in 1956 as a city completely engulfed in war. This invaluable document captures the violence of the fighting, the political tension of the time, and the determination of a population attempting to take con

Who is Talan – Olivier IT Services? Talan – Olivier IT Services Kft is an IT services company operating between France, Hungary, and the world, specializing in: SAP UI5 SAP Fiori SAP BTP (Consulting & Development) SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI) Talan Hungary is one of the Talan Group's three Centers of Excellence. The company provides technical and IT support for the convention, ensuring that these three days become an unforgettable experience for all participants. But

At our upcoming convention (17, 18, 19 octobre), les visiteurs auront l'opportunité de découvrir le travail de Sebestyén László, un passionné de wargame historique. Sa table de démonstration immersive promet de devenir l'un des moments forts de l'événement. Mais au-delà du projet de 1956, le travail de Sebestyén représente quelque chose de bien plus grand : l'utilisation du wargaming sur table comme moyen de recréer l'atmosphère, la tension et l'expérience humaine à travers d

Lecture by Quentin Censier - from the YouTube channel " Sur le Champs " Is wargaming just a game? Or can it become a genuine tool for historical and military reflection? In this lecture, Quentin Censier will offer an exploration of wargaming as a method for analyzing, experimenting with, and understanding war. Inheriting from exercises used since the 19th century in officer training, wargaming allows one to confront the real constraints of command: uncertainty, friction, cons

Dans un monde où l'éducation, la formation et le développement personnel cherchent à se réinventer, certaines approches se démarquent par leur originalité et leur efficacité. C'est le cas d'Otto Fogarasi, un éducateur social hongrois basé à Turin, qui place le jeu au cœur de l'apprentissage et de la transformation individuelle et collective. Il aura l'honneur de s'exprimer lors de la Convention les 17, 18 et 19 octobre 2026. Apprendre autrement : une pédagogie ancrée dans l'e

History is often perceived as a series of dates and events, but it can also be experienced immersively through historical games. These games, whether video, board, or role-playing, allow players to delve into bygone eras, explore ancient cultures, and understand the social and political dynamics that shaped our world. In this article, we will explore the importance of historical games, the different types available, and how they can enrich our understanding of the past. Why a

The Hungarian Revolution of 1956 is a pivotal event in the country's history, symbolizing the struggle for freedom and independence. In 2026, we will celebrate the 70th anniversary of this historic event. This commemoration is an opportunity to reflect on the events that led to the revolution, its impact on Hungary and the world, and the lessons we can learn from it today. Historical context The origins of the Revolution The Hungarian Revolution was the result of growing disc