{"id":2273,"date":"2026-03-25T08:43:04","date_gmt":"2026-03-25T08:43:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/owspakistan.com\/?p=2273"},"modified":"2026-03-25T08:43:04","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T08:43:04","slug":"pax-aus-2026-returns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/owspakistan.com\/?p=2273","title":{"rendered":"PAX Aus 2026 early bird badges are now on sale, welcome to PAX Land"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p>If you\u2019ve been missing that familiar buzz of controllers clicking, tabletop dice rolling, and the unmistakable energy of thousands of gamers under one roof, it\u2019s time to lock something into the calendar.<\/p>\n<p>PAX Aus 2026 is officially on the way, and early bird badges have just gone on sale, giving fans their first chance to secure a spot at one of Australia\u2019s biggest gaming events. After the <a href=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/pax-aus25-wrap-up\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"343792\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hype and excitement<\/a> we\u2019ve seen in the last few years, <a href=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/pax-aus-24-exhibitors\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"322570\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PAX Aus<\/a> 2026 is sure to be something epic.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s happening at PAX Aus 2026<\/h2>\n<p>This year\u2019s theme is \u201cPAX Land\u201d, with organisers promising three days packed with everything we\u2019ve come to expect from the show, and likely a few surprises along the way.<\/p>\n<p>That means:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>AAA and indie game showcases<\/li>\n<li>Hands-on demos and activations<\/li>\n<li>Tabletop gaming zones<\/li>\n<li>Panels, live shows, and community events<\/li>\n<li>Cosplay, merch, and plenty of opportunities to discover something new<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"464\" data-attachment-id=\"346557\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/pax-aus-2026-returns\/pax-cosplay-2025\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Cosplay-2025.jpg?fit=2048%2C1365&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"2048,1365\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"PAX Cosplay 2025\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Cosplay-2025.jpg?fit=900%2C600&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Cosplay-2025.jpg?fit=696%2C464&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Cosplay-2025.jpg?resize=696%2C464&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Four people dressed in gaming costumes from various games.\" class=\"wp-image-346557\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Cosplay-2025.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Cosplay-2025.jpg?resize=900%2C600&amp;ssl=1 900w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Cosplay-2025.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Cosplay-2025.jpg?resize=630%2C420&amp;ssl=1 630w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Cosplay-2025.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Cosplay-2025.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Cosplay-2025.jpg?resize=696%2C464&amp;ssl=1 696w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Cosplay-2025.jpg?resize=1068%2C712&amp;ssl=1 1068w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Cosplay-2025.jpg?resize=1920%2C1280&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Cosplay-2025.jpg?resize=272%2C182&amp;ssl=1 272w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Cosplay-2025.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Cosplay-2025.jpg?w=1392&amp;ssl=1 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cosplay is always a huge hit, and we\u2019re sure the cosplay competition will make a return. (Image: PAX Aus)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you\u2019ve attended before, you\u2019ll know the magic of PAX isn\u2019t just the games, it\u2019s the people. The community continues to be the heart of the event, something organisers are clearly leaning into again for 2026. I\u2019m sure we\u2019ll see the PAX Rising zone again with both Indie tabletop and video game developers showcasing their latest work. <a href=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/pax-aus-2025-returns\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"334450\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Last year\u2019s<\/a> eBay-sponsored tabletop area continued to expand. Gamers from all walks of life are giving into board games, so we\u2019re sure the tabletop area will be just as big a hit. We saw <a href=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/aerthlings\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/aerthlings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00c6RTHLINGS<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/aerthlings\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/aerthlings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">launched last year<\/a>, taking the Melbourne community by storm. Who knows what\u2019s in store for 2026.<\/p>\n<p>The only way you to make sure you are part of all the action is lock it in your diary, and grab your tickets. The event will once again take at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from October 9\u201311, 2026, closing out <a href=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/melbourne-international-games-week-2025-is-set-to-go-next-level-this-october\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"342851\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Melbourne International Games Week<\/a> in style.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Early bird ticket prices<\/h2>\n<p>Early bird badges are available now, but like every year, they won\u2019t stick around for long.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s what you\u2019re looking at:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3-Day Early Bird Badge: $185 AUD<\/li>\n<li>Single Day Badge (Fri, Sat, or Sun): $77 AUD<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If history is anything to go by, these will move quickly, so don\u2019t delay. If you\u2019re planning to go, it\u2019s not one to sit on, just buy.<\/p>\n<p>Tickets are available now via the official <a href=\"https:\/\/aus.paxsite.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PAX Aus website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"464\" data-attachment-id=\"346556\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/pax-aus-2026-returns\/pax-aus-2025-retro-gaming-image\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Aus-2025-retro-gaming-image.jpg?fit=2048%2C1365&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"2048,1365\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"PAX Aus 2025 retro gaming image\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Aus-2025-retro-gaming-image.jpg?fit=900%2C600&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Aus-2025-retro-gaming-image.jpg?fit=696%2C464&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Aus-2025-retro-gaming-image.jpg?resize=696%2C464&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Four gamers playing on old retro joystick controllers. They are competing against one another and playing on the same screen.\" class=\"wp-image-346556\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Aus-2025-retro-gaming-image.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Aus-2025-retro-gaming-image.jpg?resize=900%2C600&amp;ssl=1 900w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Aus-2025-retro-gaming-image.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Aus-2025-retro-gaming-image.jpg?resize=630%2C420&amp;ssl=1 630w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Aus-2025-retro-gaming-image.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Aus-2025-retro-gaming-image.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Aus-2025-retro-gaming-image.jpg?resize=696%2C464&amp;ssl=1 696w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Aus-2025-retro-gaming-image.jpg?resize=1068%2C712&amp;ssl=1 1068w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Aus-2025-retro-gaming-image.jpg?resize=1920%2C1280&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Aus-2025-retro-gaming-image.jpg?resize=272%2C182&amp;ssl=1 272w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Aus-2025-retro-gaming-image.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PAX-Aus-2025-retro-gaming-image.jpg?w=1392&amp;ssl=1 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Gamers are sure to have fun, with multiple ticket options and plenty of zones to explore. (Image: PAX Aus)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Merch and extras<\/h2>\n<p>Alongside tickets, there\u2019s also a range of pre-order merch available this year. PAX Aus 2026 merch lineup includes:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A reversible bucket hat (pre-order exclusive)<\/li>\n<li>Limited-edition keycaps<\/li>\n<li>The returning (and slightly ridiculous) Pinflatable Chicken<\/li>\n<li>Official PAX Aus 2026 lanyard<\/li>\n<li>And more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These tend to sell out just as quickly as badges, especially the limited-run items. <a href=\"https:\/\/events.ticketbooth.com.au\/tickets\/pax-australia-2026\/tag\/pax-wbbtn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Head to the merch store to pre-order now<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"696\" data-attachment-id=\"346555\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/pax-aus-2026-returns\/pin-flatable-chicken-pax-2026-800x800\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Pin-Flatable-Chicken-PAX-2026-800x800-1.jpg?fit=800%2C800&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"800,800\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Pin-Flatable-Chicken-PAX-2026-800\u00d7800\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Pin-Flatable-Chicken-PAX-2026-800x800-1.jpg?fit=800%2C800&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Pin-Flatable-Chicken-PAX-2026-800x800-1.jpg?fit=696%2C696&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Pin-Flatable-Chicken-PAX-2026-800x800-1.jpg?resize=696%2C696&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-346555\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Pin-Flatable-Chicken-PAX-2026-800x800-1.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Pin-Flatable-Chicken-PAX-2026-800x800-1.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Pin-Flatable-Chicken-PAX-2026-800x800-1.jpg?resize=420%2C420&amp;ssl=1 420w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Pin-Flatable-Chicken-PAX-2026-800x800-1.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Pin-Flatable-Chicken-PAX-2026-800x800-1.jpg?resize=696%2C696&amp;ssl=1 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Grab your coveted Pin Chicken before they sell out. (Image: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DWNFMeQjUaS\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PAX Aus<\/a>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Beyond Blue partnership returns<\/h2>\n<p>A notable inclusion this year is the return of Beyond Blue as the official charity partner.<\/p>\n<p>They\u2019ll have a presence on the show floor again in 2026, continuing the focus on mental health and the positive role gaming communities can play in connection and wellbeing. The CEO of Beyond Blue, Georgie Harman AO, shared her excitement at coming back to PAX Aus:<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>We\u2019re proud to be returning to PAX as the event\u2019s official charity partner, and to continue to be part of a community [\u2026] For many people, gaming in moderation can promote connection, friendships, enjoyment, and a sense of belonging.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lock it in<\/h2>\n<p>After a strong showing in 2025, expectations are high for what PAX Aus 2026 will deliver. With early bird tickets now live, this is your first real signal that the countdown is on.<\/p>\n<p>It might be time to book that leave, rally the group chat, and get ready to head back to PAX. Because if there\u2019s one thing we know, it\u2019ll be busy, loud, chaotic\u2026 and absolutely worth it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve been missing that familiar buzz of controllers clicking, tabletop dice rolling, and the unmistakable energy of thousands of gamers under one roof, it\u2019s time to lock something into the calendar. PAX Aus 2026 is officially on the way, and early bird badges have just gone on sale, giving fans their first chance to<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2274,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[45,47,284,41,848,826,692,427,849,51,109],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2273","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-ai","category-ai-coding-assistant","category-ai-regulation","category-artificial-intelligence","category-beyond-blue","category-events","category-gaming","category-openai","category-pax-aus","category-tech","category-technology"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/owspakistan.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2273","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/owspakistan.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/owspakistan.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/owspakistan.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/owspakistan.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=2273"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/owspakistan.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2273\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/owspakistan.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/2274"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/owspakistan.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=2273"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/owspakistan.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=2273"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/owspakistan.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=2273"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}