Fanfest survival guide?

[Wolftamer]

Unrelated to previous post, something that I haven't seen anyone mention is how to prep for the in-game events. Based on last Fan Fest, I have this advice to offer.
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Can I assume all stations are setup as right handed, non-gaming mice?

[NarikoStar]

Can I assume all stations are setup as right handed, non-gaming mice?

I'll answer based on 2014, all stations (so odin/frontlines/primal challang/dungeon speed run) were all PC with keyboard and mouse BUT have the option to play with gamepad controller, I want to say they were all right handed. I've asked a few times for events to provide Naga mice as for anyone who plays with a Naga should know it is completely different than playing full keyboard. This year's E3 all of the stations had corsair mice (similar to nagas with 12 buttons on the side--) with the catch that unfortunately they were NOT driver updated to work with the game.

I'm hoping that this year's fanfest we will at least be provided with a gaming mice that are programmed OR have the option to use our own if any challenges are higher stake (aka a more in-deapth feast pvp tournament.)

I was meaning to check what was used at gamescon as they recently had A TON of challenges- Anyone know off the top of their head? I'll ask around discord channels~

[zaviermhigo]

Las Vegas law dictates the hotel is responsible for anything in your hotel room. So do not worry as much about things in your room, if they have some kind of "front desk hold on to important valuables" use it and get some sort of slip or paper recording this transaction, this will make them liable for whatever they might steal or lose. Source: I'm a third year law student in Las Vegas, my major area of focus is Hotel and Casino Gaming law. Plus I've lived in Las Vegas for 15 going on 16 years.

Can't wait to see ya'll at fanfest

[M0xie]

Las Vegas law dictates the hotel is responsible for anything in your hotel room. So do not worry as much about things in your room, if they have some kind of "front desk hold on to important valuables" use it and get some sort of slip or paper recording this transaction, this will make them liable for whatever they might steal or lose. Source: I'm a third year law student in Las Vegas, my major area of focus is Hotel and Casino Gaming law. Plus I've lived in Las Vegas for 15 going on 16 years.

Can't wait to see ya'll at fanfest

Also, a lot of the nicer hotels on the strip have in-room safes as well.

[Valkyrie_Lenneth]

If you bring a camera, DO NOT set it down and walk away. someone lost theirs last time unfortunately.

They ahve said in the forums that they will have plenty of cash registers this time around, they learned their lesson when one of the card readers failed last time around and they only had 1 that could process cards.

[Hawkstar95]

I have probably the toughest task of all...

Due to costs, I decided to get a hotel off-site for a far lower price than what the Paris is offering, not to mention the constant Trip Advisor knowledge of the Paris renovating their rooms. Originally I was going with someone and had a great deal, but I had to scrap that idea due to a falling out, so I'm going on my own for 5 nights to still enjoy the trip.

I still somehow got a cheap hotel even now... Shocking, but I will still be there.

If you have any local questions, I don't mind answering them to the best of my ability. This includes the transit system and its many secrets. I'll be there early Thursday.

See you all at FanFest!

[Hawkstar95]

Some sample questions to field:

• Is it safe to leave valuable belongings in hotel rooms?
• Know of any good and/or affordable food options near the venue?
• How's the weather?
• How much can I expect to spend on stuff sold at the event?
• Can I film or take pictures?

1) Yes. If your in a modern, 2-star+ hotel like mine is, you will be fine. Vegas is not Chicago or New York in terms of crime.

2) There are McDonalds out there, but why go there when you have In-N-Out Burger nearby on Tropicana off I-15? It is truly the Temple of the Gods. There's also Chipotle and some other low-cost alternatives out there. I just won't pay the Strip prices for food, which can take a chunk out of anyone's pocketbook. The best thing to do is learn from the locals as I have.

My hotel even offers a kitchen in my room, so if anything I can make my own breakfast or dinner. Score!

3) Its Vegas, thus your looking at 80+ degrees in terms of weather. Its a dry heat out there, nothing like out East. Its easier to deal with.

4) A lot. I'm bringing my credit card. -.-

5) SE encourages it, but don't take pictures of the gambling hall. That is a big BIG no-no.

Hope that helps. Hope to see you at FanFest!