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Drillimation Systems is happy to welcome newcomers and veteran players to our games by offering both in-person and virtual visit options. Either way, we are excited to introduce you to our products.

Anime Fest

March 2024
August 2024
November 2024
March 2025

Spend a day discovering what makes anime and our games unique. If you’re just getting to know Drillimation or looking for a more in-depth glimpse of the company, we have an in-person visit option for you. Our booth is open to all attendees of the Anime Fest*, available at the following locations:

  • Erie, Pennsylvania
  • Niagara Falls, New York
  • Buffalo, New York
  • Cleveland, Ohio
  • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

*Anime Fest may not be available at all times. Please visit ourcons.com for Anime Fest availability.

You can learn more about Anime Fest here.

Virtual Visits

Can’t make it to Anime Fest? You can join our Discord server to learn more about the company. From here, you can connect with fellow Drillimation game players, meet others who share the same or similar interests as you, and hear first-hand about what it’s like to be in the Land of Illusions (Gensokyo)!

Safety

If you are visiting the in-person opportunities from abroad, please review the following safety information below:

Crime

Please exercise increased caution due to terrorism. Terrorist and hate groups, as well as lone wolves inspired by these organizations, continue plotting attacks against civilian targets, often using firearms. The Second Amendment of the United States Constitution grants individuals the right to bear arms, and firearms regulation in the US is done at the state level and not federal level. Assailants can attack with little to no warning, targeting tourist attractions, transportation hubs, markets and shopping malls, government facilities, hotels, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, parks, major cultural and sporting events, educational institutions, airports, and other public areas.

Please read the U.S. country information on the foreign affairs website of your country for additional information, including safety. When you travel:

  • Be aware of your surroundings when traveling to tourist attractions and crowded public venues.
  • Follow all instructions from local authorities.
  • Check local news for breaking events and adjust your plans based on that information.
  • If your country has a smart travel program similar to the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program from the U.S. Department of State, we recommend you enroll so that way, the embassy or nearest consulate of your country can make it easier to locate you in the event of an emergency.
  • You can follow the foreign affairs organization of your country on social media.
  • Review the country security report for the U.S. on the website of your regional foreign affairs organization.
  • Visit the website of your government’s health agency related to your travel to and from the United States.
  • Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations.

Demonstrations and Protests

Please be wary of demonstrations and protests, which occur frequently in response to political or economic issues. They can also occur during politically significant holidays and international events.

  • Demonstrations can be unpredictable, so you should avoid areas where protests are taking place. Check local media for updates on traffic advisories so you can plan accordingly.
  • Never participate in them either, as doing so can subject you to criminal penalties. This is because demonstrations can turn violent with little to no warning; this has often resulted in property damage and individuals including foreign tourists have been seriously injured or even killed.
  • Protests frequently occur in tourist attractions and downtown areas, and to a lesser extent, near foreign embassies and consulates.
  • Check the social media channels of local authorities for updates.

Travel

For visitors coming from Canada and Mexico, driving in the United States is similar to driving in many parts of those two countries. Please note, however, that distances and speeds are posted in Imperial measurements and do not typically offer signage for Francophone and Hispanophone visitors. Canadian and Mexican driver’s licenses are valid in the United States, and proof of auto insurance is required.

Traveling during the winter, which generally lasts from November to March, can be dangerous due to heavy snowfall and hazardous icy conditions caused by lake-effect snow. AAA has tips for winter driving that you can review before heading to the United States. Snow tires, while not mandatory by law, are highly recommended. Winter conditions and wildfires may prompt closures of highways with little or no warning. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) typically posts closures and other alerts about road conditions on its website. You can view the map here.

Here is some more information about winters in the Erie, PA metro area:

  • Temperatures often drop below freezing during the winter, with January and February typically being the coldest months of the year. During intense cold waves, temperatures can fall to -10°C (14°F) or lower. Cold spells can also occur outside the general period as early as October and as late as May. Wind chills can drop the temperature even more.
  • The coastal area of Erie County has milder winters compared to inland areas, but they can still be as intense as those regions.
  • The area on average receives over 250cm (100in) of snow a year. Some storms can drop over a meter (three feet) over the span of a few days.