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Countdown to SGCC 2025: A Fan’s Look at the Biggest Comic Con in Southeast Asia

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Hi Huneybees,


Fellow geeks and pop culture lovers! It’s almost that time of year again! Singapore Comic Con (SGCC) 2025 is returning this December 6–7 at Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre, and this year’s edition is shaping up to be massive. I’m talking five exhibition halls spanning Level 1 and Basement 2 which is over 250,000 square feet of pure fandom paradise!

Expect over 400 exhibitors and brands from all around the world, from collectibles and comics to cosplay, gaming, and everything in between. SGCC has always been the highlight of my year — where I meet creators I admire, see the most amazing cosplays, and geek out over collectibles I never thought I’d see in person.  So, whether you’re here to hunt exclusives, meet your heroes, or just geek out with your crew, this is THE weekend you don’t want to miss.



🌟 Who’s Coming?

The exhibitor list this year is stacked! We'res talking Bandai Namco, Banpresto, Heatboys, INART, Threezero, Yolopark, Infinity Studio, Bushiroad, Furyuu, Queen Studio, and so many more. Basically, if it's cool, collectible, or creative, it's going to be there!

Hightlights include:

  • Exclusive collectibles and hands-on fun at Bandai (Booth L1-B07)! Explore limited-edition merchandise and join the Gunpla Workshop Activities to build your own model kit. Don’t miss special releases like the S.H.Figuarts ULTIMATE SHINING ULTRAMAN ZERO [ULTRAMAN NEW GENERATION STARS Ver.] and the S.H.Figuarts SON GOKU & DRAGON – 40th Anniversary Edition, celebrating four decades of Dragon Ball magic!
  • COL Group, in collaboration with Genesis Frontier, will unveil a brand-new range of Luo Xiao Hei merchandise - available first and exclusively in Southeast Asia at Singapore Comic Con (SGCC). 
  • At HEATBOYS (Booth L1-C05) find exclusvie figures - HB0083 MechaHeat Stellar Expansion Spartacus, HB0095 MechaHeat Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Raphael 40th Anniversary Ver. and HB0103 HEATFIG Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Leonardo.

  • KAYOU will be debuting for the first-time at SGCC, spotlighting Free Fire and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) trading card collections  which is part of its push to expand globally and strengthen regional IP collaborations.
  • The Falcon’s Hangar will feature top brands like Hasbro, Jada, Killerbody, The Loyal Subjects, Threezero, Yolopark, and ZD Toys, plus local partners Arielle Models SG, Kenshop SG, and Otakaraya.

  • At the Gattai Makers (Booth L1-AA154), celebrate the arrival of the Red and Pink Time Force Rangers with new Power Rangers Time Force fan art prints and stickers, plus exclusive anime fan art debuting only at SGCC 2025 — with freebies and discounts up for grabs!
  • Vincka San (Booth L1-AA189) will be debuting her first Transformers artbook featuring 31 traditional IDW-style illustrations, along with art prints of fan-favourite characters from Marvel, DC, and Top Cow Productions.



💥 5 DEC: The Ultimate Preview Night (Platinum-Only!)

If you’re lucky enough to snag a Platinum Ticket, your SGCC adventure starts early on Friday, 5 December, with the Ultimate Preview Night which is an exclusive evening for Platinum holders, media, and invited guests only.

This is where the magic begins: world-famous artists, nostalgic reunions, and creative showdowns all happening before the main crowd arrives. And let’s talk about that Platinum Pack - it’s the stuff of collector dreams. Each one is filled with exclusive merch, event-only goodies, and even sure-win prizes! Inside, you’ll find things like:

  • Big Time Collectibles exclusive variant covers
  • SGCC x Artgerm or SGCC Limited Edition Bomber Jacket (randomly packed!)
  • Exclusive Kang Jing Art Print featuring Jason Faunt & Erin Cahill
  • Retro Power Rangers A4 print
  • Kuji Ticket for a guaranteed prize at the SGCC merch booth

But here’s the kicker... every Platinum Pack doubles as a Super Lucky Bag, which means some fans will score ultra-rare collectibles like:

  • Sabermach N-Pixel Saber
  • Infinity Studio Dragon Ball Z Future Trunks Statue
  • or Epic Dreams signed prints by Simone Di Meo and Simone Bianchi.

If you love surprises and limited drops, the Platinum tier is basically a golden ticket to geek heaven.


🧠 5 DEC (2PM): Industry Day Zero

Before Preview Night kicks off, SGCC is also hosting Industry Day Zero which is a free networking and learning day for creators and brands (registration required). It’s a great space to learn about the business of pop culture - from monetization tips to industry insights. Perfect if you’re an artist, indie game dev, or anyone trying to turn passion into profession.


🌟 6 – 7 DEC: Two Epic Days of Pop Culture Madness

Once the main doors open, brace yourself for two full days of non-stop action! Here’s a sneak peek at what’s happening:

  • Cosplay Competition & Ani-Idol Performance - show off your moves, voice, or craftsmanship.
  • Ultraman Stage & Godzilla Appearance - yes, the kaiju king himself is coming!
  • Work-In-Progress (W.I.P.) Programme - creator panels, comic pitches, and insider talks.
  • Tabletop Takeover - Bandai Card Fest and Collexi-Con are back, filling Basement 2 with card battles, demos, and community meetups.

And for those who collect exclusives (guilty!), this year’s lineup is a treasure chest:

  • Jason Faunt Meet & Greet
  • Artgerm x SGCC collab merch
  • and exclusive Bandai Ultraman & Dragon Ball Z figures 


🎟️ Ticket Tiers & Perks

Here’s the lowdown on ticket options this year (so you can plan your loot accordingly):

Platinum (S$288) - 2.5 days of VIP treatment:

  • Access to Ultimate Preview Night (Dec 5)
  • Early entry both days (9AM)
  • VIP lounge
  • Exclusive Artgerm x SGCC T-shirt & Bomber Jacket
  • Premium goodie bag

Diamond (S$198) - 2-day early access, T-shirt, maroon bomber, and tote bag

Gold (S$108) - 2-day early access + SGCC T-shirt

2-Day Ticket (S$68) - full weekend access
1-Day Tickets - from S$38 (early access options available)
T-Shirt Bundles - from S$70

*Kids under 8 enter free with a paying adult, so bring the family!

🎫 Get your tickets now at sistic.com.sg/events/sgcomic1225!



If you’re a fan of comics, anime, gaming, or pop culture in any form, SGCC 2025 is going to be unforgettable. Whether it’s your first time or your annual pilgrimage, make sure you’ve got your tickets (and camera) ready. See you all at Singapore Comic Con 2025, fellow fans — let’s make it legendary! 🦸‍♀️💫



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Round 2 - FIGHT! GameStart 2015 Begins Tomorrrow!

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Hi Huneybees,



Time to flex those finger muscles of yours and get ready for a brand new gaming experience as tomorrow as we welcome the 2nd edition of GameStart 2015! Boasting of a 4,000 square metres space, this year GameStart 2015 returns with bigger and better than before experience.


From 13 to 15 November 2015 at Suntec Convention Centre, gamers can expect to see trial stands and demo booths across all platforms (PC, console and mobile). There are over 60 games (* including yet-to-be-launched games) as well as meet-the-producer sessions, show matches, eSports tournaments (Capcom Pro Tour Asia, Xtr3me3’s GameStart Champion’s Cup), the returning Game On!, Cosplay competition on top of exclusive promotions and offers for game bundles and show merchandise.

Photo Credits: http://geekculture.co/
The very first thing I'm going to do when I reach there tomorrow is definitely to "plant" myself at the Star Wars: Battle Pod. With so many exciting Star Wars collaborations and additions, like the arrival of ANA’s R2-D2 aircraft at Changi Airport today, this Star Wars fanatic couple cannot miss out the chance on piloting the X-Wing Fighter  through the popular scene where Death Star II was destroyed in Star Wars Episode VI - Return of the Jedi. 


The Star Wars: Battle Pod is a standalone, dome-shaped pod which will house the player as he/she battles through five exotic and iconic battles within the Star Wars universe. While the hardware was manufactured in Japan, the entire game was actually designed in Singapore! 
It will be on a first come, first serve basis over at the Geek Culture booth for these 3 days. What’s more, GeekCulture will be holding a contest, rewarding top scorers of the day with Star Wars goodies, including a special price for the top, prevailing scorer at the end of GameStart 2015. I'm ready to take up the challenge, are you?

Photo Credirs: http://gamestart.asia/


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Of course there are other highlights to thrill us and that includes the chance to experience the PlayStation VR headset  (*the first time for the public in Southeast Asia), go back in time and satiate your nostalgia at “Retro DNA” - a section where fans of old-school games can check out vintage game consoles and arcade machines (Ryu's Hadoken **joystick forward + punch**), or purchase official Blizzard merchandise from Blizzcon 2015.
With returning partners like Sony Computer Entertainment Hong Kong (Singapore Branch), Bandai Namco Entertainment, Blizzard Entertainment, Capcom Pro Tour Asia tournament and home-grown companies Armaggedon, IMBA Interactive, Kinetiquettes, Witching Hour Studios and Xmashed Gear; together with new partners this year - Taipei Game Show (Taipei Computer Association), Singapore Gamebox by Games Solution Centre, Warner Brothers Games, Funplus, Obutto Singapore, Saint Games and Simply Toys, you are bound to be complaining time is not enough. LOL!


If you already have your tickets ready, good for you! But for those who have not, standard priced tickets can be purchased online at GameStart Asia’s official website and from selected retail partners: Saint Games (The Cathay), GameScore (Funan outlet), and all GameXtreme outlets. More information can be found at www.gamestart.asia.


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See you at GameStart 2015!



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