Darwin Gamers LAN Party 2026

It’s a big in-person gaming day where everyone brings their own setup, plugs into the same local network, and games together in the one space. Think less lonely online queue, more side-by-side chaos.

The list isn’t fully locked yet, but the idea is simple: bring together the kinds of games people grew up playing at LANs, the games everyone forgot were insanely fun, and a few chaotic picks that are perfect for a full room of mates on a local network.

Expect a blend of old-school shooters, strategy games, co-op chaos, weird niche throwbacks, and those “I haven’t played this in years” moments. It’s less about chasing the newest releases and more about capturing that proper LAN feeling - loading into something familiar, hearing people yell across the room, and instantly getting dragged into one more round.

We’ll lock the final list in closer to the event, but the goal is nostalgia first, fun always, and plenty of variety so there’s something for everyone.

Perfect. This isn’t just for sweats and tryhards. Come for games, laughs, hanging out, and seeing a room full of people actually playing together.

Everyone starts somewhere. Bring your setup, plug in, ask questions from one of our support NPC's if you need help, and settle in.

Bring Your Own Computer… or laptop, Steam Deck, raspberry pi or whatever your chosen battle station is.

Please do not bring more than 1 external monitor. One monitor per person keeps things fair, tidy, and actually fitting on the tables.

Nope. We’ve got that covered.

Each seat gets 2 power outlets:

- One for your gaming device
- One for your monitor

There may be spare outlets at your table, but those are only for small things like charging a phone. Don’t plan your setup around bonus power.

Not for gaming. There might be Wi-Fi for basic stuff like your phone but this is a LAN. Your main connection is Ethernet at your seat, and that’s what you should plan to use.

You may need a USB to bring an ethernet adapter if your computer doesn't have ethernet.

Yes. VERY YES. Please do your part to stop twelve different game soundtracks becoming one cursed orchestra.

Food can be pre-booked during ticket purchase. If you want to keep things easy on the day, add your food when buying your ticket. You’re also welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks unless advised otherwise.

Yes, just make sure you follow any check-in or re-entry process on the day.

That’s the plan. Best move is to arrive together. We’ll do what we can, but space on the day is still space on the day.

Look after your own gear. We’re here to run a LAN, not a lost-property.

No. You can look tired, act tired, and become one with your keyboard briefly, but this is not a sleepover.

Nope. Not inside the venue or on the school grounds.

No. Please don’t. Headphones are the go.

NO. A PC is recommended.

Reach out to Darwin Gamers on Facebook Messenger or email [email protected] and we’ll point you in the right direction.