TOURNAMENT OF PIECES

Cobble Hill is thrilled to host the Tournament of Pieces at Origins Game Fair 2026! As the official sponsor, we’re bringing an exciting mix of brand-new formats, fresh artwork, and competitive puzzling experiences for all skill levels.

This year, we’re introducing our new 100-piece puzzle line in a fast-paced Puzzle Chess tournament format, along with several new event styles designed for pairs and team play. Whether you’re competing solo, as a pair, in teams of four, or teams of eight, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

In collaboration with the Ohio State Jigsaw Puzzle Association, we’re proud to present the Ohio State Cup events for solo, pairs, and teams of four - our core competitive formats that challenge puzzlers to race against the clock and each other.

Competitors will also be among the first to experience a collection of 12 new, unpublished puzzle images created specifically for these events. Two of these images feature artwork from artists we connected with right here at Origins in 2025, bringing a special, full-circle connection to this year’s tournament and celebrating the creative spirit of the show. Keep your eye out for a special surprise puzzle featuring Origins’ mascot, Crit - it's adorable!

If you joined us in the Special Competitions room at the 2026 USAJPA Nationals, you already know how much fun these events can be - we’re bringing that same energy to Origins with even more events.

In addition to Cobble Hill, be sure to visit our parent company, Outset Media, a Gold Sponsor of Origins Game Fair. If you love games and puzzles, you won’t want to miss what both booths have to offer.

All participants will need a Tournament of Pieces badge, along with individual event tickets, which can be added to your schedule through the Tabletop Events system.

Whether you’re competing, learning, or just curious to try something new, the Tournament of Pieces is a welcoming and exciting way to experience puzzling at Origins.