Game Design

Montreal's longest running continuous game of AL D&D. A closed group — but we still keep a Meetup event online in case of openings. ——— *Priority* Priority will be given to players who have already played in this group in the past. When possible — our waitlist is based on how many previous games you've played with us. Please keep track as we use the honour system for it. Please contact Steve Bissonnette (steveyb@gmail.com) if you have any questions about the adventure. *RSVP policy* Please be nice to other players: RSVP only if you intend to show up. If your plans change and you can't make it, please un-RSVP as soon as possible. Thank you. *Time policy (Please arrive 15 min early)* Please arrive prepared 15 min earlier than the stated start time. Dice roll at start time. *Characters* DM will post about current optimal character level. ——— If you have any questions concerning characters or playing the hardcover please refer them to one of the event organizers or your Dungeon Master.

Let's talk about technology and drink coffee! Until our location is open for visitors, we will run this via ZOOM. Please follow the link for the meeting to join!

Come down for a great time. Food and drinks provided. Call or text numbers below for more info.

Toronto Doodlers has also started a new group for [Podasters, Creators, and Makers](https://www.meetup.com/podcasters-creatives-and-makers/).... Here's the next event The Podcasters, Creators, and Makers Networking Group (PCMNG) endevours to providing great value to each other. Weekly meetings include idea sharing, trends and development. PCMNG’s mission is to establish real connections by promoting, supporting, empowering and encouraging members to reach their full potential. PCMNG members enjoy a confidential environment in a safe space addressing all creative needs. The group operates as a sounding board for referrals, client/guest-related issues, general support and organic growth for members and their communities. Our model acts as a networking advisory group. In addition to weekly meetings the group meets once a month to brainstorm, ask specific questions and share successes. This multi-faceted approach inspires others to share their own wisdom and expertise. Come with a smile on your face so our promotional pictures and screenshots will reflect the environment. PCMNG does not represent the members herein and accepts no liabilities on their behalf. By using this networking group you consent to our Terms and conditions. Remember everyone on zoom is expected to network on camera.

Come and join us at our Online Board Games Social!! A chance to; meet, chat and connect with new people whilst also playing games :-) Join us for some online board games from the comfort of your sofa. This is an online social event. The idea is that you can connect socially with us via Zoom online and play some online games with others in our group. This is as much about socialising as it is about the games and is a great way of connecting with people. There will be a couple of administrators/hosts to help welcome new people, along with our regulars who will make you feel at home. No technical skills are required AT ALL, just access to a laptop with webcam to join the video meetup plus a separate device such as a phone with an internet connection to play games together interactively! We are connecting through zoom, so simply follow the link to join the meeting. It's really straightforward and there's no need to download any software. Just 2 clicks and you'll get straight into the video chat where the Host and your fellow members will be waiting to meet you - easy peasy! From there you will be able to chat with others in the video conferencing lobby and chat with others to join some online games or party games, or even just socialise if you like. IMPORTANT INFO We use Board Games Arena, which has hundreds of board games to choose from, just sign up for a FREE account and we will invite you to play with us! Join our video meet: Meeting ID: 305 248 6706

Text347-779-2647 for more info. If you're interested in joining our community of dedicated poker players, please get in touch with me directly. Take your poker game to the next level by networking with those who take it just as serious!

Sign up at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/112531388412 We get it, you're all cooped up at home but still want to have some fun... Grab a cocktail or your favorite snacks because we're bringing a fun social game party directly to your home! HOW IT WORKS: Once you sign up, you'll be given a link to join a party of other people via video on Zoom. All you need is a laptop, phone or tablet to take part in the event. You'll enjoy an evening of meeting new people, fun social interactions and games. Our friendly host will be with you live via video orchestrating the event and even making introductions among the group so you'll get to know the other people attending. It's so much fun! THIS EVENT WILL LIKELY SELL OUT FAST AND WE HAVE LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE SO GRAB YOUR TICKET ASAP! When you login to the event, you'll get to see all of the other participants via video on Zoom. The event host will then pair you off into smaller teams of about 6 people per group and you'll be working as a team against the other groups. You'll be playing fun games like.... * Solving really cool riddles and answering trivia type questions and other questions that are similar to your favorite TV game shows! * Playing fun games like Taboo, Catchphrase and "Blank Slate" (In Blank Slate, the host will show you a word followed by a blank. For example: Chicken _________. You'll write down a word that follows the word Chicken such as "Soup". Essentially you're trying to predict what will be a popular answer. We do different fun games at each event we throw! WIN AMAZON GIFT CARDS! The winners of the event will get to spin our prize wheel to win prizes which include Amazon gift cards! WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT THE EVENT: "That was an absolute blast! By the end of the event I had already made some new friends. The games were so clever and fun" - Laura D. "It was the best time I've had in a long time. The host did a fantastic job" - David M. After the event, we'll leave the event open for about 15 minutes so you can exchange contact information with anyone else from the event. This is a great opportunity to make new friends. Typically about 65% of the attendees are singles so it's even a chance to possibly meet that special someone! FAQ: If I have friends or family members that don't live with me, can they be put on a team with me? Yes! We'd say about 75% of participants sign up on their own but if you have any friends or family members that want to join, they can too (simply message the host at the beginning of the event and ask to be placed on the same team as them). Each player needs to buy their own ticket. If you have a family member/s that is same household as you, they are welcome to sit next to you and you can play along with you but each device needs to purchase their own ticket. If I attended a past event with you, can I sign up for this one? Yes, In fact we never use repeat questions and we always change up the games so feel free to sign up with as many of our upcoming events as you'd like! How do I join the event? After you sign up on to Eventbrite we will send you a link with an invitation to join the event. We'll send you that link by the day of the event. If for some reason you don't see an email from us by the event date, make sure to check your spam folder in case it ended up there by accident. What is the age range? All ages (Over 18) are welcome. We usually have a good mix of ages. How many will be participating? We expect between 15 and 30 people. Get more details and tickets at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/112531388412 https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/a/e/8/e/highres_491204686.jpeg

Friday's open meetup is the place for small talk, meeting new people and exchanging ideas. Join our discord server and chat in a relax and friendly setting. There is no formal structure for those meetings, and you're free to come up with whatever topic you want. Some examples: * You want to have someone to talk to while working out a concept * You need motivation to work on your project each week * You want to stream your development * You want to learn about the Luxembourgish game dev community * You have general questions about game development * You need technical help * You want to collaborate * You want to present a project * You want to talk about games * You have nothing better to do * Etc... Since it's a weekly event, we don't really expect people to rsvp (except if you need to see the server link). Just drop in whenever you like, use the text channel or go straight into voice chat. Everybody is welcome! Spoken/common language is usually English. Discord: *Please note that you will need a verified discord account in order to access the server, so it's better to handle that in advance.*

This is an ONLINE event, starting 7pm. Before attending, please read our brief playtesting guidance and code of conduct at the following link: https://tinyurl.com/PlaytestSchedule If you have a prototype you would like to test, please also enter details into the schedule section of the doc above. Note that we prioritise prototypes based on a reciprocal system, and you should aim to test other members' games for at least as many hours as you test your own. We coordinate our digital testing using Discord text/voice chat app. Please join the Vancouver Playtest Group on Discord using this link: https://discord.gg/7AFv4Bq Once you've joined the Discord group, join the GENERAL voice channel where we can talk to coordinate testing. We may divide into groups and establish separate voice channels for each game (these are named 'Table 1', 'Table 2' etc. Please ALSO look for the ONLINE-TESTING text channel where we may share links to digital games. We usually use Tabletop Simulator to test digital games (you need to purchase this from Steam and install). As always, please keep feedback respectful and constructive so we can help one another to improve our designs. Thanks and please do post any questions! **If you're new to the Discord app or Tabletop Simulator program, please check out the guides below. It is best to check these programs are working correctly in advance. Discord can be run as an app or in-browser, so you can try both in the event of technical difficulties, and having an alternative device to hand as backup can be helpful. Don't hesitate to ask if you need any assistance!** Discord guide: https://www.tomsguide.com/us/what-is-discord,review-5203.html Tabletop Simulator general guide: https://www.entrogames.com/2020/05/tabletop-simulator-ultimate-guide-absolute-beginners/ Tabletop Simulator guide to creating a custom deck which may be useful for your card-based prototypes: http://berserk-games.com/knowledgebase/custom-decks/

Firstly we play all week and not only on Friday nights, so come and take a look and say hi in the Discord 😊 Random members of the group gather in discord and play games on Friday night! Depending on my schedule I may or may not be able to join! But many members are there so feel free to drop by and put something together! It says from 8-10pm but we often go on till 11 or 12. Most of the games are completely free and can be joined via browser or a link! Come and join, everyone is super friendly and willing to help newbies. We play all kinds of games such as Among us, Board games, Jackbox Party Pack, Codenames and lots more. We also play many PC games on steam in the discord during the week. Such as Rocket League, Valorant, Elder Scrolls Online, WoW, Fall Guys, Overcooked 2, Rainbow Six Siege etc.. We usually get between 10-20 people join directly via the Discord so don't worry if not many have joined from this page, many people always join on Friday night :) The event is completely free to join ;) See you there! Just come and say "hi" Aaron (or Taro in the discord)

We're hanging out with a Quaranstream! Our movies are TBD until about Tues/Wed prior. But regardless, we always have a movie playing on Thursday at 6pm! So come join us in the Discord and let's have fun! To properly join and view, make sure you make a stop at the carl-bot in the #rules channel and add a projector emoji to it. It'll assign you the Quaranstream role which will allow you to see and join the Quaranstream channel!

Let's hang out and work on our games online! Bring a coffee and your latest project if you'd like to share. We're meeting on Discord for it's better video sharing capabilities. If you don't already have an account, no worries!, you'll be prompted to provide one upon joining the channel. Here's our typical agenda: 1. Idle Chatter 2. Area Events and Happenings 3. Scheduling Presentations (making sure all attendees who want to present have time) 4. Presentations We like to take screenshots of the presentations to post here on Meetup.com, so others get a sense of what we do and the cool projects that come through here. Screenshots are attributed with the name of the work (as best known) and the presenter's name or online handle, as per their preference. We're guessing that if you're wanting to show off your projects in the meetup, it isn't a stretch to have a screenshot posted here on the site as well. BUT! If you'd rather not have your work posted on Meetup.com, or you have another concern, please let a host know and we'll accommodate you as best we can.

SDK study group. We play, watch lectures, and review games

**** RPers United Online**** Diverse group for Gms and Players a like that enjoy the roleplay more than combat. We explore indie RPGs, conventional titles as well as unconventional. Weekly Saturday gaming sessions from noon until 5. Dead Man’s Trail Dead Man’s Trail is a campaign setting for the D&D 5th Edition rule system, set in the Fantasy Old West! A tale of desperate gamblers and corrupt lawmen, of criminal subtlety and supernatural mystery. You are a Marshal—one band of hunters dedicated to saving the Wilds—and stopping the horrors that stalk the night. To aid in this struggle, Marshal's are given powers and use their own abilities to aid them. Rules for setting : A: Guns use spell slots B: Magic use a focus or item, meaning must be in you hand. C: the party knows about each other, NO lone wolves! D: 1-2 paragraph back story explaining about your character Please RSVP and Message James for other info if interested Discord https://discord.gg/aPsrduzN

FREE event [https://www.ccad.edu/chroma](https://www.ccad.edu/chroma) Friday, May 15, 3–7 p.m. CCAD campus, 60 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH Join Columbus College of Art & Design for *2025* *Chroma: Best of CCAD*, our annual campuswide exhibition showcasing outstanding student work from across the college’s academic programs. This faculty-juried show features select work from CCAD students of all class years, and is a can’t-miss end-of-year campus celebration recognizing their tremendous achievements. It’ll be a night of fun and entertainment, with interactive games, animation and film screenings, art symposiums, poetry and prose readings, and more (along with some of the best local food trucks). *Chroma* is free and open to all. Many exhibitions including... **Game Art & Design:** **DSB, first floor, Welcome Center lobby and Room 115**

This meetup is a beginner-friendly session introducing version control for Unity projects, with a look at three common tools: Git, Perforce, and Unity Version Control. The goal is to help you understand what version control is, why it matters for Unity development, and what options are out there. The format will likely be presentation-style, with live demos and time for questions throughout. You'll see each tool in action and learn how they fit into a Unity workflow. What to Expect: * An introduction to version control and why it's essential for Unity projects * An overview of Git, Perforce, and Unity Version Control * Demos of each tool in a Unity workflow * Tips for getting started * No prior version control experience required * Resources for continued learning All experience levels are welcome. Whether you're new to version control or already using one of these tools, this session will help you understand what each one offers. Food and drinks provided. Join us to learn more about version control options for Unity.

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

Thanks for being a part of the CABS Meetup Group! We meet @ the COFFEE UNDERGROUND on Indianola Avenue. We play many different games @ CABS - bring your own or play one of the OVER 2000 in our library. What are your favorite games? What was the last game you played? Hope to see and game with you soon! Check us out on Facebook! Doors open early on Saturday Mornings at 10am and around 4pm on Fridays if you are interested in learning new / simpler games ... or new to the hobby or just want to check us out come in early just after noon and we will show you around before the crowd grows. Stay for a game or two, an hour or two or for the day! Your first visit is free and after that it's $5 a meeting or you can join for the year! It's Your Move

The Forge does have a full bar and kitchen. There is no cover charge but they do request all attendees to purchase a minimum of ~20 per person. Soft drink refills are 1 each. Please support our hosts so we can continue to provide great events for the group! The Forge has a large library of games available for us to enjoy. Hosts and regulars will also provide numerous popular games but please bring any games you would like to teach and/or play. Doors open at 6, and we expect gaming to be rolling by around 630. Please promptly end your games and clear out the space at 10pm when the bar closes. We encourage socializing but do not permit disruptive behavior of any kind. Thank you for your continued commitment to providing a fun and welcoming space to veteran, newbie, and rookie gamers in the Columbus area. Parking can sometimes fill esrly. There is additional parking lot behind the neighboring Mexican restaurant that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.

It feels like we just saw each other 🤷. Join members of the local design and UX community for our monthly breakfast. For May we’re stopping in for Rooh’s popup breakfast/cafe concept. You know someone is getting the lobster yuzu croissant, and that’s not even the prettiest thing on the menu!.

CABS First Friday of the month gaming!!! Door opens at 4pm and will go until the last game is played or the closer for the night needs their sleep.