The Marvel Gaming Lounge at San Diego Comic-Con 2026 is highlighting Marvel Contest of Champions with game demos, competitions, giveaways, and more. Best of all, no badge is required… just a potentially long standby line!

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Here’s a look at what you need to know at San Diego Comic-Con 2026.

Quick Details

When

Thursday, July 23 | 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Friday, July 24 | 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Saturday, July 25 | 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Sunday, July 26 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Where

San Diego Ballroom, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina (333 West Harbor Drive)

More to Know

No SDCC badge is required

There are no advance signups, just a standby line at the location.

What to Expect

Marvel x Moonrock Gaming Lounge will bring fans the opportunity to play Marvel Contest of Champions, experience the new Towers mode, and earn exclusive rewards. Demo participants receive daily character pins, spins for prizes, and special in-game items. Skilled players can also qualify for fast-paced daily on-stage tournaments to compete in front of audiences.

GAME DEMOS:
- Check out Marvel Contest of Champions’ game stations to experience Towers, the brand-new game mode where players battle their way to the top!
GIVEAWAYS:
- Anyone who plays the demo will walk away with an exclusive pin and a spin on the prize wheel for in-game goodies and physical prizes.
- A different pin will feature each day Spider-Man (Noir) on Thursday, Doctor Strange on Friday, Green Goblin (Stellar-Forged) on Saturday, Hulk on Sunday.
- Bonus: Show your Marvel Contest of Champions account for an exclusive in-game profile picture. Plus, post #MCOSDCC26 and tag @MarvelChampions to claim another prize.
ON-STAGE TOURNAMENT:
- Seasoned players can take on a high-difficulty demo to qualify for daily on-stage tournaments.
- Each day of San Diego Comic-Con, the four players with the fastest times will face off on stage to see who can clear the Tower first.
- Kabam will crown a new Champion daily using the following bracket: