Boston Game Dev

Hello Friends!
Coffee Hour is a casual virtual chat for local game developers held every Friday as folks are starting their day (to make the meetup group easier to navigate this reminder only is posted once each month).

What to expect:

• Bring your own morning beverage and breakfast (coffee optional)!
• Meet & get to know local game developers!
• Introduce yourself and your interest in game design / development!
• Ask questions, pitch ideas, discuss game concepts, learn about narrative, audio, game engines, 3D art, UI/UX, marketing and all the other things that goes into game development!

The meeting will be held via Zoom, RSVP here for a link to join the Boston GameDev Slack where you'll find the link posted weekly in the #events channel. Feel free to share and spread the word -- This event is open to all who are interested. Drop in for any or all of the hour and discuss everything your latest design challenge, something cool you played, or anything else related to makin' games!

Join us for a relaxed beachside BBQ just steps from the water! We’re bringing a grill from home and setting up at Jones Park for a casual afternoon of food, fun, and connection.

What’s on the Menu:

• Grilled burgers and hot dogs (vegan options included)
• Classic sides like pasta salad, chips, fruit, and more
• A variety of drinks (non-alcoholic - beach rules) to keep everyone refreshed. (You can drink at Jackie's house on the porch though if you feel so inclined 😅)
• You're welcome to bring something to share, but it’s not required- especially if you're traveling from far away. Please let us handle it! 💛

Activities & Amenities:

• Swimming, kayaking, and canoeing (we’ll have both available to borrow and life jackets)
• Picnic tables and plenty of natural shade
• Clean public restrooms nearby
• Our home is just down the street if anyone needs anything extra
• Fireworks are typically visible across the cove later in the evening should folks want to disperse and see shows later in the day.

Parking:

Please park in front of 1 Rapoza Street, Dartmouth, MA 02748
This location is close to the beach and walking distance to our setup.

Taking the train?
The nearest commuter rail stop is the New Bedford T station, located at:
536 Acushnet Ave, New Bedford, MA 02740

If you're arriving by train, message Jackie on Slack or Meetup and we’ll coordinate a ride to the park.

Bring:

• a beach towel
• sunblock
• a beach chair if you’d like
• whatever else makes you comfortable for a day outdoors.

Whether you’re in it for the food, the water, or just the company, we’d love to see you there to have some good food, fun, and chats around games!

Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Jones Park, 66 Saint John Street, Dartmouth, MA 02748
Parking: 1 Rapoza Street, Dartmouth, MA 02748

Are you a game developer working with Godot, or interested in learning more about the open-source game engine that’s been gaining popularity? Come and connect with like-minded enthusiasts at our monthly meetup! Whether you're deep into game development or just starting to explore the possibilities of Godot, this is the perfect opportunity to share your projects, learn from others, and network with fellow developers.

We meet 6-9pm one Monday each month:
Microsoft NERD Conference Center
1 Memorial Drive, M Floor
Cambridge, MA

Pizza and networking start at 6:00pm. Lightning talks begin at 6:30pm. See you there!