Independent Game Development

We playtest all sorts of games - strategic, silly, creative, or whatever. Some games are almost done. Some are very early ideas. We test anything that will fit into 90 minutes. You don't need to bring a game - we always love to have new playtesters! Please let us know in the comments when you plan to arrive/leave and whether you are bringing a game or not. This helps us to plan the day better. The schedule is: 10am onwards - gathering, chatting 11am sharp - playing for 90 min ('slot 1') 12:30ish - break for food/chat 1pm sharp - playing for 90 min ('slot 2') 2:30ish - break for food/chat 3pm sharp - playing for 90 min ('slot 3') 4:30ish - finish up Often, we might hang around afterwards, to play some already-published games. We are strict on timings, so please try to arrive a few minutes before the session to limit disruption. You can just come for part of the day if you wish. The reason we have fixed timings for the 3 'slots' is to make it easier for folk to do so. Designers of all levels of experience are welcome! But if it's your first time, we ask that you don't bring a game and just spend some time learning how the group works. The group works based on reciprocation. If you expect to test your own game, make sure stay for long enough to play other games. As a general rule of thumb, you can expect to play one of your own games every third 90-minute session. So if you stay a whole day (3 sessions), you can expect to have one session to play your game(s). A good rule of thumb is that if you come all day, you will have one 90 minute session with two other playtesters in which to test your own games. It is sometimes possible to test games with more players. If your game requires 4 or more, please note that as standard you will be allocated half of a session (45 minutes). Pre-covid, we were getting unmanageable. As a result, we may have to limit attendees. This is a free-to-use venue, and we have to be mindful that other folk want to use the same space. Please note: This is an adults only event. We look forward to seeing you!

Hi everyone! (pre-pandemic information) If you like to play modern board, card and dice games, and to meet new people, then join us on Monday evenings from 6pm until the pub closes around 11pm. Feel free to bring your own games if you have them, but don't worry if you don't as regular members will bring some along. And of course, we'll teach you how to play them if you don't know already. You work late? No worries - you can join us any time before closing (11pm), so if you don't arrive at 6pm (attendees tend to arrive around 6:30 or 7pm), don't worry :-) Everyone comes and goes when they like, so it is possible that you may be the first to arrive or the last to leave, Please write in the comments what time you expect to arrive at the pub, so we can try to avoid anyone having to wait alone for long. We are a relaxed and friendly group, made up of both natives and foreigners, of locals and those living further afield, happy to welcome newbies and regulars. Events are free to attend, but it is respectable to the public venues we hold them at if you can buy at least one drink or some food while you are present, just like anyone else at the pub would do. If you would like to contribute towards the costs of running of this group, feel free to buy the host(s) a drink of their choice when you see them, for which they'd be very grateful. This saves money that can be put towards the Meetup subscription fees and buying the games that we all play. The George is a reasonably-priced 'local' pub in the Docklands, near Canary Wharf, just 1 minute walk from Crossharbour DLR station, or about 15 minutes walk from the Canary Wharf Jubilee line station. Various TFL buses stop nearby. Don't forget to join our group on Facebook for games news, articles, memes, gossip and banter: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Tabletop.Gamers.London.Docklands/

## **🧙‍♂ -- Welcome to Wyrd Wanderers! -- 🧙‍♂** **🏰** We’re playing at **Graveney & Meadow** in **Tooting** in their back restaurant area! **💬** Join our [Discord Server](https://discord.gg/CpEGHrQRCa) **🧙‍♂** [Let us know if you’d like to DM](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1zmXaoISHVCfnX8OgLjJRcJFV6jrWJ-5NhY6v3fxeK5k/edit?chromeless=1#responses) at Wyrd Wanderers! **How to Join a Game:** Peruse this week’s games menu below. Once you’ve found a game you like with seats available, RSVP to the event and tell us the game in the prompt. An organiser will be in touch to confirm your spot via Meetup or Discord. **If all games are full, feel free to RSVP and we’ll be in touch if a spot becomes available.** If you're a D&D newbie, look out for games marked as *Beginner friendly*! *(All spaces are first come first serve and for 18+ participants only)* **Disclaimer:** All games present are 5e unless otherwise stated. GM's reserve the right to bar entry to games for those who violate the code of conduct. Please game responsibly. \\\ **\*One Shots (single sessions)\*** **GM:** Ells **Title**: The First Step **[D&D 5e]** **Game Level:** 3 **Description**: *In the bustling city of Arummand, there are 1st class adventurers, independent parties who court royalty and dance on the edge of danger. There are 2nd class adventurers, those who go out to stop local plagues of zombies or upstart cults.* *You.... you are none of these.* *At AIM (Arummandian Independant Mercenaries), you are a group 3rd class adventurers. Rat catchers, slime slayers and savers of cats up trees. With little gold coming your way and the cheapness of your dorm furniture bringing an ache to your neck, your group yearns for adventure. And today, they find it, in the form of a strange letter...* **Sheets**: *Please bring your own sheets!* **[6 slots, 6 available. 2 spectator slots available!]** *Beginners Welcome!* \\\

**By popular demand, on Friday 30th January - we’re really excited to be hosting our latest Silent Disco Party, exclusively for 20s and 30s.** Yep that’s right - over the last few months, we've had a number of requests for another of these parties and so it's back! To start the night in style, we've booked out an area at a nearby pub in Fenchurch Street to give you chance to grab a drink and get to know some of our community a little better. When you've had chance to loosen up for the night ahead, we'll then be heading to our very own **Silent Disco Party**, exclusively for our community. If you’ve never been to a silent disco, think of it as an amazing club night… with the same energy, dancing, and fantastic music, but with a twist. Instead of the music being controlled by a single DJ, everyone will receive their own personal set of wireless headphones and you'll have 3 channels to choose from, giving you complete control over the music and the volume! But these aren't generic music channels, as they'll be controlled by our resident DJ team - who'll be up against one another in an epic **"Battle of the DJs".** Each have prepared a playlist of some of the very best tunes, from club anthems, pop classics and epic party mixes, all designed to win your attention and get you dancing. And best of all, whilst silent discos that take place in the capital can cost over £30, we've managed to secure an amazing deal, so that you can enjoy this whole night of **amazing music and great company for just £4.85!** It’s sure to be an unforgettable night, so dust off your dancing shoes and join us for this! **\- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \-** **WHERE/WHEN** Starting Pub - Tank & Paddle Minster Court, 3 Mincing Ln., Minster Ct, London EC3R 7AA ([https://maps.app.goo.gl/aAuZXKnw4XU7DLA3A](https://maps.app.goo.gl/aAuZXKnw4XU7DLA3A)) Closest Tube stations: Fenchurch Street (5 min walk), Tower Hill (10 min walk), Bank (10 min walk) Start Time - 7:00PM Finish time: 11:45PM **\- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \-** **JOIN THE COMMUNITY** Set up in November 2021, our community project was set up to help 20s and 30s in London meet, connect and hopefully build life-long friendships. To help make this happen, we also host all kinds of events from free social walks, games evenings, day trips, social events, activity nights to picnics. To learn more about our community or to follow us on social media, please follow one of the links below. **Website - [https://friendship-project.co.uk](https://friendship-project.co.uk/)** **Instagram - [https://www.instagram.com/great.friendship](https://www.instagram.com/great.friendship)**

**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/43547 **Game Description:** 🎮 Warm up and game only setting. 🌟 Positive environment. **Rules** \- point to 15 \- max 2 games in a row \- 3 team of 6 players \- modified games situation might be applied depending on situation \(5:1\, modified 5:1 or 6:2 etc\.\) —- \*Privacy policy for games only sessions\* By attending this game session, you agree to the following: \* Video recordings/photos are allowed only during free game\* sessions \* Attending implies consent to potentially being recorded by other participants \* Any videos must only be shared via private links \* Distribution limited to session participants only \* Explicit consent required for any public sharing \* Respect others' privacy and comfort \*Please contact the co-organisers if you have any questions about the policy.

Hi All Im SO excited to invite you all to this. We love our weekly Unspun Sessions celebrating new artists that everyone can discover in a premium venue. To celebrate two years of Unspun, we are hosting an exciting three night Festival at The Lower Third Soho. ***Friday night - Indie/Alt/Pop*** ***Saturday night - Jazz/Soul/Latin*** ***Sunday night - Americana/Folk/Blues*** 6.45pm onwards - join us in the bar for a mingle 7.15pm - head into the venue space and get ready for a wicked show! Our Friday Lineup: **Stan Pratt** describes his distinct sound as “walking through a futuristic, Blade Runner-esque city at night”. Taking inspiration from Kavinsky, Imogen Heap, and Marina & the Diamonds. Stan’s lyrics are influenced by the introspective writing of Radiohead and Billie Eilish. This year his debut single, “Je Ne Sais Quoi” racked up a quarter of a million streams. **[Watch Stan Pratt Here](https://youtu.be/k4eZ-ow3k8o?si=xDWEujq_3bXii42U)** **EM Kane** writes playfully crafted tales of romance and adventure, drawing you in, then punch you in the gut. Her debut single Wasted Time gained her a place on Glastonbury’s 2024 Emerging Talent Competition Longlist and The Scottish Herald's Top 100 Tunes of The Year 2023, penning her ‘a damn accomplished rock-pop-soul artist in the making’. **[Watch Live Video of EM Kane Here](https://youtu.be/yQX5MmbgPRA?si=NsXxmjb0K7Q65T94)** **Drew Thomas** has taken his place among London's vibrant music scene as the dynamic leader of a new grit-pop movement. Blending grit pop, indie rock and high-energy alt-pop, Drew mirrors elements of The Killers, Jimmy Eat World and Sam Fender with his sonic offering, with a knack for crafting arena-sized choruses and emotionally resonant, nostalgic lyrics. Recent headlines at PDV, Water Rats and The Grace have left us wanting more. **[Watch Drew Thomas](https://youtu.be/ofoVlMPsgoA?si=7Zi7F9l71ingf3W_)**[ ](https://youtu.be/ofoVlMPsgoA?si=7Zi7F9l71ingf3W_) **Leah Wilcox**’s hazy and earthy sound is rooted in a British-sounding Countrygaze landscape, drawing on Indie Rock and Ambient Folk and 70s sounds. She has recently featured on BBC Introducing East Midlands and performed at TRUCK Festival, Y?NOT Festival and DOT2DOT Nottingham. **[Watch Leah Wilcox here](https://youtu.be/-OqEY_ZNJJk?si=IvNMwSX4PBKolKjg)** .Come on Friday or even join us for all three! **As ever we have a lovely discount code for you,** **just quote LONDONLIVE when booking:** ***[BOOK TICKETS HERE](https://dice.fm/event/6939c25c53c27a0001571c47)*** Im really really proud of this Festival, do join us and support 12 stunning artists in a great setting in the heart of Soho! Lorraine xx

Join us for our a beginner-friendly game of Blood on the Clocktower, using the classic **Trouble Brewing **script. This is the perfect introduction to the game—**no prior experience required**. **We’ll take time to explain the rules, roles, and flow of the game, so newcomers are very welcome. Expect deduction, bluffing, lively discussions, and plenty of fun in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.** If you’re an experienced Storytellerer or would like to try run your first game, please get in touch—we’d love to hear from you and may be able to involve you in future events. Come along, meet new people, and see if you can uncover the demon… or hide in plain sight. **There is a small fee of £4 collected on the day** (cash or qr code). Any pre-planned Storytellers are exempt. Join our WhatsApp group https://chat.whatsapp.com/FL9YMbpNZlrAjXEvvsqFRi 5.00 - arrive, admin and social 5.15 - rules explanation 5.30 - the game begins

**Welcome to UK Mafia!** 📍**Where?** **The Hydrant @ Monument** **\- Second Floor \- Function Room** *** **🕵️‍♂️ What is Mafia?** Play the game that 'Traitors' is based upon! Mafia is a 10-player social game, competitive, easy to learn, and played at multiple tables. Each player gets a secret role and works with their team to win. Games last about 45 minutes, so we play many during the day. The **Mafia team** tries to hide and eliminate the **Citizens**, while the **Citizens** try to find the Mafia through deduction and logic. We always have first-time players and explain everything. No experience needed. While this is a beginner-friendly game, we also host tournaments and online events with players from around the world. We even organise trips abroad to meet and play with other Mafia clubs ✈️ *** **[How to Play?](https://bit.ly/HowToPlayMafia)** We will teach you how to play when you arrive. You will quickly see that the game has two phases: 🌙 **Night:** * The Mafia secretly targets a Citizen * The *Don* (Mafia) learns if a player is the *Sheriff* * The *Sheriff* (Citizen) learns if someone is Mafia ☀️ **Day:** * Each player says in their turn who they think the Mafia are * Then, everyone votes publicly to eliminate one player The game continues until the Mafia are eliminated or they outnumber (or equal) the Citizens. We will explain all the rules at the venue, and you’ll pick it up. Want to learn more about the game? See our wide range of resources, including brochures and videos: **[https://bit.ly/EMF-TIPS](https://bit.ly/EMF-TIPS)** *** **🌍 Why Mafia?** Mafia is a global game played by over 15,000 people in 50+ countries, with clubs, tournaments, websites, and federations, like the [English Mafia Federation](https://bit.ly/EML2025) and the [Mafia World Cup](https://www.youtube.com/@MafiaWorldCup/streams). --- **❓Questions -** Message any admin, anytime! --- \- Mafia Tips\, Rules\, Videos\, Resources: **[https://bit.ly/EMF-TIPS](https://bit.ly/EMF-TIPS)** \- Watch games and lessons here: **[https://www.youtube.com/@MafiaWorldCup/streams](https://www.youtube.com/@MafiaWorldCup/streams)** **Contact UK Mafia Club** \- UK Mafia Club Instagram **[https://www.instagram.com/uk_mafia_club/](https://www.instagram.com/uk_mafia_club/)** \- UK Mafia Club YouTube **[www.youtube.com/@UKMafiaClub](http://www.youtube.com/@UKMafiaClub)** \- UK Mafia Club Telegram Channel **[https://t.me/UK_MAFIA_CLUB](https://t.me/UK_MAFIA_CLUB)** \- UK Mafia Club Telegram Chat **[https://t.me/UK_MAFIA_CLUB_CHAT](https://t.me/UK_MAFIA_CLUB_CHAT)** \- UK Mafia Club Discord **[https://discord.gg/fQM7duV96D](https://discord.gg/fQM7duV96D)** \- UK Mafia Club Email **[ukmafiaclub@gmail.com](http://ukmafiaclub@gmail.com/)** \- UK Mafia Club Mafgame profile **[https://mafgame.org/clubs/79/view](https://mafgame.org/clubs/79/view)** **Contact the Mafia World Cup:** \- Mafia World Cup Instagram **[https://www.instagram.com/mafiaworldcup/](https://www.instagram.com/mafiaworldcup/)** \- Mafia World Cup Facebook **[https://www.facebook.com/mafworldcup/](https://www.facebook.com/mafworldcup/)** \- Mafia World Cup Telegram **[https://t.me/Mafia_World_Cup](https://t.me/Mafia_World_Cup)**

Join us for a fun afternoon of board games and indie games at the Dial at North Greenwich Peninsula. We'll be upstairs in the sports bar. Bring your favorite game (that can be played in around 30 minutes) to share with the group and be ready for a fun casual time! There'll be a small selection of casual games already such as: \- Innocent Chicks \- Dixit \- Sushi Go Party\! \- Uno \- Cards Against Humanity \- Exploding kittens We do request that people buy a drink to help support the venue

**Open Club Day – Light Mode. Come hang, roll dice, and pay what you like.** Guilders, we’ve got the 7Dials club house booked **Saturday 31st January 9–5** and we’re opening it up tables for a relaxed **open gaming + hobby day**. This is intentionally *low-structure*: come along, grab a table, meet people, play what you love, and help us keep Saturdays viable. We'll match you up based on RSVP answers below. ### What’s on * **Open gaming tables** (bring any system you’re playing) - arrange a game yourself - or pick morning/afternoon/all day session in the RSVP answer. * **Painting / hobby table** (bring your projects) * Optional: **PM 40k 500pts 2v2 “Come & Play”** (see below) ### Cost This is **pay-what-you-like** with a **suggested donation of £5–£10** to help cover the Saturday hire. (taken on the day). Also please support the venue by buying food/drinks at the bar — bar takings are a big part of keeping Saturdays available for the club! ### Optional: PM 40k 2v2 “Come & Play” If there’s interest, we’ll run a casual **2v2** slot in the afternoon from 1pm-4:30pm. * **500pts per player** (1,000pts per team) * Friendly / relaxed vibe (great for meeting people) * We’ll sort teams on the day if numbers allow (or bring a buddy) If you’re up for this, answer the RSVP question so we can allocate a table. ### What to bring * Your minis/army + dice/tape/measure and/or hobby supplies * Rulebook/app + list (if relevant) * Any gaming mats/terrain you want to use (we’ll have club terrain available) ### RSVP notes Please RSVP so we can plan table space. Please answers the RSVP questio and comment in the meetup what you want to play and points size. *** ##

"Humanity's insatiable appetite to colonise reached far into the stars, but they learned the hard way that some stones should remain unturned. Whilst aggressively terraforming Spawn home worlds, humanity stirred the ancient species out of their slumber and incurred their rage in a cataclysmic event. Now conflict dances across the cosmos as the Spawn seek violent retribution by assimilating themselves among humanity and destroying them from within. Humanity’s only hope of survival is to detect the Spawn among them and destroy the threat." The Spawn is a large-scale elimination-based social deduction game where humanity must root out the Spawn which have infiltrated their ranks or be overpowered by them. Strategic gameplay, social subterfuge and captivating sci-fi converge in one immersive experience. How to play here: [https://youtu.be/N9C65GQGohA?si=OlwcCbcAIGoQSsIf](https://youtu.be/N9C65GQGohA?si=OlwcCbcAIGoQSsIf) Find the rules and role sheet here: [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1IWk9RN97Dt0lm7dfnsvL2G5Ne4L1VFNV?usp=sharing](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1IWk9RN97Dt0lm7dfnsvL2G5Ne4L1VFNV?usp=sharing) We always have more players than RSVP and are happy to teach newer members how to play in a friendly inclusive environment. Every player has a hidden role and every game has a moderator who can help guide beginners. Toxic, harmful or anti-social behaviour is not tolerated at these events. Moderators will ensure that games remain friendly and will not tolerate any personal attacks made to them or other players in games. If you experience or witness any behaviour like this at an event the quickest way to get it resolved is by reporting it to a moderator or you can also send a message to [[thespawnsocialdeduction@gmail.com](mailto:thespawnsocialdeduction@gmail.com)]([mailto:thespawnsocialdeduction@gmail.com](http://mailto:thespawnsocialdeduction@gmail.com/)) with your name and details of what happened where we will get back to you as soon as we can. If you ever feel uncomfortable, targeted or harassed at an event always feel free to reach us via the methods above. We always strive to make our events a fun and safe place for all our members. Follow The Spawn on socials! The Spawn Facebook: [facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559668577588](http://facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559668577588) The Spawn Instagram: [instagram.com/thespawnofficial](http://instagram.com/thespawnofficial) The Spawn Twitter: x.com/The_Spawn_Game The Spawn YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZgWcuXoir0BX8TrjV_NM5A](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZgWcuXoir0BX8TrjV_NM5A) The Spawn Twitch: [twitch.tv/the_spawn_official](http://twitch.tv/the_spawn_official) The Spawn TikTok: [tiktok.com/@thespawnofficial](http://tiktok.com/@thespawnofficial)

Every Sunday from 3pm Board Games in Vauxhall Come join us for a new board game event in Vauxhall! We're heading to the Riverside pub from 3pm to play board games (all board/card games welcome). Easily accessible from the Northern Line, Victoria Line, Vauxhall overground and Vauxhall Bus Station. Bring some games, or just bring yourself, and join a friendly community of gamers for some relaxed Sunday fun!

🚨 Spoiler alert: We built the space we couldn’t find. A place where you show up alone, say hi first, and meet new people naturally. We celebrate the curious and the hungry—if you’re ready to expand your circle, you’re in the right place. Ps. You can check us out on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/_balancers/)🚨 Find Your People (Over Uno, Murder… and maybe a Chicken vs Hotdog showdown). This isn’t your average board game night. No sitting in one spot for hours. We’re mixing it up with rotating tables, quick rounds, and games made for laughs, chats, and meeting a whole bunch of new faces. Pick your vibe, or try them all: * 🃏 **The Classics** – Think Uno, Cards Against Humanity, Mario Kart (Wii) and other easy favourites * ⚡ **High Energy** – Quick-fire games like 20 Second Rule and Chicken vs Hotdog * 🕵️‍♀️ **Roleplay & Mystery** – Yep, Spy Game and The Killers are back by popular demand 👋 Host Support – Our hosts are low-key legends. Need a hand, a nudge, or a friendly intro? They’ve got you. **After the Games Social, the night doesn’t stop there.** **Your ticket also gives you access to the main Social. We kick things off with a fresh icebreaker to bring everyone together, then a team game, and after 10 the DJ takes over and the vibe turns up.** ✨ **Pro Tips:** ✅📲 **Download our free [app](https://onelink.to/balancers)** to **track your rewards from the games** throughout the night and stay connected with the people you meet after the event. ### **Important Reminders:** 🔹 **Stay connected:** [Join our ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IJKXDkwUTlmDsYTOCIUg7O)**[WhatsApp group \[here\]](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IJKXDkwUTlmDsYTOCIUg7O)**[ for last-minute updates.](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IJKXDkwUTlmDsYTOCIUg7O) 🔹 **Coming alone?** Most people do. You don’t need a plus-one to have a great Saturday. Our hosts are on the floor to get you involved in the games and challenges as soon as you arrive. We make it easy to start those first conversations so you can connect with the room naturally.💪 *Remember, our pillars are Openness, Respect, Kindness and Authenticity.* *Attendance at this event is subject to our [Code of Conduct](https://www.balancers.app/code-of-conduct) and [Terms of Service](https://www.balancers.app/term-of-service). By joining, you may receive emails about Balancers events and community updates. You can unsubscribe at any time.*

**Columbus College of Art and Design (CCAD) TEAMS UP with The Central Ohio GameDev Group (COGG) for the 2026 Global Game Jam (GGJ)!!!** **GGJ SITE** [https://globalgamejam.org/jam-sites/2026/columbus-college-art-design-central-ohio-game-group-ggj-2026](https://globalgamejam.org/jam-sites/2026/columbus-college-art-design-central-ohio-game-group-ggj-2026) **REGISTRATION** Fill out this form >>> [https://forms.gle/J6sGDZJFTmZkC6pk7](https://forms.gle/J6sGDZJFTmZkC6pk7) <<< *PLEASE NOTE* \- We have limited capacity so us knowing In\-Person participation early on is critical for us to best accommodate everyone interested in jammin' \- We will also be providing Online teams & support via our COGG Discord bot [Jammio](https://jammio.xyz/)! **Registering for this MEETUP event DOES NOT gain you access to the main Global Game Jam event. Please register officially [here](https://forms.gle/J6sGDZJFTmZkC6pk7).** Every year the game department at CCAD hosts students (and this year local game group COGG!!) in the exciting challenge of developing a theme inspired title over the course of a weekend. The Global Game Jam is a cherished tradition, be it in-person or virtually, we are here for you! This is an excellent opportunity to connect with your peers, make new friends, network with local game makers and try your hand at low stakes game development! Want to know all the details? [Check out the official GGJ site](https://globalgamejam.org/faq) and be sure to use your existing account or create a new jammer [account](https://globalgamejam.org/user/register). \-\-\-\-\- **EVENT DETAILS** Listings subject to change and will be updated so check in periodically! An **[Event Details doc](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SOPkHxpRVD7qrfVnWVMsWPB7zQwC5wtJK51v6T3a2hQ/edit?usp=sharing)** can be read for all your info! **Building Hours + Security** available throughout the event **Parking:** See [parking spots highlighted in blue](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Me_JNpE8YaGqR54KxmJei7w6OZ3rhjeC/view). (see new as of last year) *All Locations:* **DSB 121**, The Game Lounge: informal space for people to decompress. Private bathrooms **DSB126**, Small Classroom / Break-out room **DSB127**, (large multi-use space, tables, projector, couches, bistro tables/chairs, etc) **DSB136**, Flex Space (meals / food, access to refrigerator / microwave, drop-power and tables/chairs). **DSB142**, Presentation room **DSB146**, Cintiq Laptop Docking Lab **VENUE TIME & SPACE** **Friday** 5:00pm - 12am Event launch - *DSB 142* [YouTube Live Stream @6pm](https://youtube.com/live/pV40YzllqoY?feature=share) **Saturday** 7am - 12am **Sunday** 7am - 7:00pm Event closing - *DSB 142* [YouTube Live Stream Ending Ceremony @6pm](https://youtube.com/live/stxxCCPzy2A?feature=share) **MISC. RESOURCES** **Wifi:** We will have access to the GUEST network \- To be provided for login to participants at the event Friday Jan 30th **Map** [CCAD Map](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Me_JNpE8YaGqR54KxmJei7w6OZ3rhjeC/view?usp=sharing) **Wavier** [Sign and Print or Email to info@thecogg.com](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KaKoz5sK5h1PdZ2rGNOCntyUxoXcGLXL/view) **Schedule** [Updated Regularly](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1EONsxtr3S-bRvIp_s12os-JA-M7uEW207bi9MVfrvbM/edit?usp=sharing) **Event Details** [All in one spot for all event details](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SOPkHxpRVD7qrfVnWVMsWPB7zQwC5wtJK51v6T3a2hQ/edit?usp=sharing) **SPONSORS** Global Game Jam ([GGJ](https://globalgamejam.org/)) Columbus College of Art and Design ([CCAD](https://www.ccad.edu/)) The Central Ohio GameDev Group ([COGG](https://thecogg.com/)) [Jammio](https://jammio.xyz/) \- Discord game jam bot [GDEX](https://www.thegdex.com/)/[Multivarious](https://www.multivarious.com/) \- Midwest Premiere Gaming Expo

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 be challenging. There is a parking lot behind the neighboring Mexican restaurant that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.

Try new games, meet new people, and find out what story games are all about! Explore the reaches of space! Witness kingdoms rise and fall! Create and explore tragedies! All within a single game night. We play story games like Fiasco, Kingdom, Polaris and Microscope that encourage everyone at the table to participate creatively. We also have one-shots of indie, OSR, and narrative-focused RPGs such as Apocalypse World, Dread, Lady Blackbird, and Old School Essentials! Everybody's welcome! It doesn't matter if you've never tried story games before or never played roleplaying games at all! Just bring your brain and a good attitude and come try it out! *** **IMPORTANT** * When you arrive look for the marked Story Games Columbus Tables. Each table will have a separate game. Seating is on a first-come-first-serve basis. * If all tables are full, look for a Facilitator. We will find a way to get you into a game! * There is a flat $3 cover charge for events at Tabletop. *** **Facilitators!!** Please arrive early so that we can get you set up with a table. Please reach out to me ASAP if you would be willing to help facilitate. You can reach me on the SGC Discord here - https://discord.gg/jUTvWUu

Join us every Saturday of January for a day of boardgaming !!! You first visit is free and if you were not a member in 2025 you can join for the rest of the year for only **$40!!!**

Welcome to Casual Boardgames, where we enjoy classic tabletop games and social deduction games while bonding over good food, drinks, and great conversations. 
We started this group to meet new people and make new friends, and bonding over games in a relaxed atmosphere is a great way to do that. We currently meet near route 23 and Polaris Parkway, and this is close to areas like Powell, Lewis Center, Worthington, and parts of Westerville and Columbus. 
Feel free to bring your own games or play one of the many games our members bring. If you are inexperienced, we will help you learn. 
Here are just a few examples of the kind of games we play. 
Tabletop/board games: Splendor, Catan, Azul, Dominion, 7 Wonders… 
Social deduction games: Code Names, Chameleon, Werewords… 
IMPORTANT: 
1. While we love playing a variety of games and competing, we are not just about the games. We interact and talk while playing, and this leads to a lot of laughter and fun. If you just want to compete and focus solely on the game, then this is probably not the group you are looking for. 
2. Many people join groups like this and never (or rarely) show up after weeks or months. If you join and never really come, we will eventually remove you from the group as a courtesy to our members. Why? Because limiting group conversations (on the app) to regular members makes communication and planning much easier. Also, while it may be rare, it protects members from people who join because they are interested in following a person instead of having a real interest in our group. If you get removed, it is just because you haven’t come, and we follow this protocol as a courtesy to our regular game players.

Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!

Hope to see you at a CABS Meeting - your first visit is FREE!!!