PAX Aus is back this October, and the show has locked in an impressive guest list headlined by Gavin Verhey, Principal Designer for Magic: The Gathering. Verhey will take the stage as this year’s Storytime keynote speaker, bringing his passion for card design and storytelling to Australia’s biggest gaming convention.

For Verhey, it’s a dream come true — literally. At 11 years old, he wanted nothing more than to design Magic cards, and now he leads the creation of sets like Battlebond, Commander Legends, and the recently announced Magic: The Gathering FINAL FANTASY. When he’s not building sets, Verhey connects with fans worldwide through events and his popular YouTube series Good Morning Magic.

Star-Studded Lineup Beyond Magic

Verhey isn’t the only major name heading to Melbourne this year. PAX Aus 2025 will also feature:

• Josh Sawyer (Obsidian Entertainment) – The creative mind behind Pentiment, Fallout: New Vegas, and Pillars of Eternity, known for his meticulous RPG design and world-building.
• Joshua Mills (Ubisoft Montreal) – Game Director for Rainbow Six Siege, who will reflect on ten years of Siege during a fireside chat. His visit coincides with the Asia-Pacific League 2025 Major Qualifier, which will stream live from the PAX Arena.
• Lis Moberly (Disney’s 20th Century Games) – Narrative designer and creative lead with credits on Avowed, Cursed to Golf, and We Went Back. She’ll also share insights on burnout and feedback culture in game development.
• Jenny Windom (Geeks & Grounds, Wholesome Games) – A leader in inclusive and community-focused gaming, known for her uplifting approach to games media and production.
• Good Games Morley Creators – Riley, Aaron, Ricky, and Violet bring their tabletop comedy to the stage with a live Magic: The Gathering showdown against After Hours, plus a fan meet & greet.

They’ll join an already stacked roster including Amelia Tyler, Luke Dale, Ify Nwadiwe, and more.

A Celebration for Every Kind of Gamer

From competitive esports to tabletop throwdowns, PAX Aus 2025 promises something for everyone. Fans can expect hands-on demos, unmissable panels, and the chance to connect directly with the people shaping the future of play. Whether you’re into RPGs, shooters, card games, or indie gems, this year’s convention is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious yet.

PAX Aus 2025 takes place October 10–12 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.