Gen Con Files for Bankruptcy

Heartless Gamer is reporting (from Slash Dot) that Gen Con has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy:

One of the cornerstones of gaming conventions, Gen Con, has had it's fair share of trouble over the past few years. Canceled events, lackluster support, and now a Chapter 11.

Gen Con LLC announced today that it has filed for Chapter 11 protection in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the State of Washington. This action became necessary as a result of significant unforeseen expenses associated with attempts to expand its core business to encompass externally licensed events. Gen Con's flagship show, Gen Con Indy, remains a vibrant, profitable event. Gen Con Indy will take place as scheduled August 14-17, 2008, in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Interesting but at least this year's event will still happen.