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Magic the Gathering Casual Players Meetup - Every Sunday!

Magic the Gathering Casual Players Meetup - Every Sunday!

Sun, Jun 14, 11:00 PM
From San Francisco Magic The Gathering Casual Players
4.5

SF Casual MTG Players may be found upstairs in the back at The Richmond Republic Draught House 642 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 702-6069 4pm - 10pm People usually start showing up around 4-5 pm. ***** We play many different variants of multiplayer magic. We usually play Duels Star (sometimes called Pentagonal) Anti-Star (New format!) Commander Tiny Leaders Emperor 2-Headed Giant (or more!) Left-right Attack Assassin Team variants of each of the above! Crazy fun. And More! Hear what others have to say about the Magic meetup! "It sucks. These guys bring these crazy-ass decks that always beat my tournament-caliber builds." --Bill "Don't go. These morons think they know how to play magic, but my legacy goblin deck can kill em all. I just have to remember to bring it next time." --Bob "I brought a vintage deck filled with proxy moxes. I won even before my opponents got to take their first turn! How cool is that! Of course, the next game I waited around while everyone destroyed everything i had in quick succession. But that's ok, I had fun!" --Amy If you are looking for websites to help you with deck ideas for casual magic, here are a few that are highly recommended: Magic Deck Vortex (http://www.magicdeckvortex.com) Essential Magic (http://www.essentialmagic.com/) Especially check out the combos page...highly useful for breaking things not meant to be broken. TappedOut (http://tappedout.net/) MTG Salvation (http://www.mtgsalvation.com/) Especially check out their rumors forum here (http://forums.mtgsalvation.com/forumdisplay.php?f=27). This is where you will find out about upcoming cards and sets and other interesting tidbits. See you at SF Casual Magic Sundays!

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Game Night Fun with Just Spades!

Game Night Fun with Just Spades!

Sat, Jun 20, 8:00 PM
From Just Spades
4.9

Join us for an entertaining evening filled with strategic gameplay and fun times at our upcoming Just Spades event! Whether you're a seasoned Spades player or new to the game, all are welcome to come and enjoy a night of card games and socializing with fellow enthusiasts. Connect with new friends, test your skills in a friendly atmosphere, and experience the thrill of playing Spades in a vibrant gaming community. Don't miss out on this opportunity to have a fantastic time filled with laughter, competition, and memorable moments. Let's gather, shuffle the deck, and make the most of our game night with Just Spades!

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9 attendees
Let's Play "This War of Mine"

Let's Play "This War of Mine"

Sat, Jun 13, 7:00 PM
From Video Game Book Club - San Francisco
4.7

For this month's game we are playing the survival game *This War of Mine*. *In This War Of Mine you do not play as an elite soldier, rather a group of civilians trying to survive in a besieged city; struggling with lack of food, medicine and constant danger from snipers and hostile scavengers. The game provides an experience of war seen from an entirely new angle.* *This War of Mine* is available on Steam, Switch, PlayStation, Xbox and mobile. Play through the game as much as you can for our discussion; even if you don't complete the game, you're welcome to come to discuss as well as nominate future titles. We will be meeting at Patriot House, a bar on the top floor of Two Embarcadero Center. Look for us in the back patio area! To discuss the meetup, access more information, and keep in touch with other members, join the VGBC Discord: https://discord.gg/t97Bfv6qsF

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Flag Day Gaming!

Flag Day Gaming!

Sun, Jun 14, 9:00 PM
From East Bay Gay Board Gamers
5.0

Flag day is finally here! And by "Flag Day" I mean our June board gaming event. Bring your favorite games and a dish to share for a full Sunday of gaming. I will be providing beverages and my own collection of board games. We will be running 2-3 tables, for a wide range of gaming opportunities, from casual to semi-serious. Newbies are always welcome!

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Let's Play "Titanium Court"

Let's Play "Titanium Court"

Sat, Jun 20, 7:30 PM
From Video Game Book Club - East Bay
4.8

For this month's game we are playing the *surreal strategy game for clowns and criminals*, "**Titanium Court**." From the developer: *Welcome to **Titanium Court**! Table for one? You have a reservation I assume? You don’t!? Ah, I see. Just minding your own business before stumbling into a realm of magic and faeries, were you? Not to worry, happens all the time. Tell you what, why don’t I see if we can squeeze you in somewhere while you become acquainted with the many amenities offered by the Court.* It is available for Windows and MacOS. Play through it this month and we will discuss it on **June 20th**! Play through as much as you can and be prepared to be spoiled at the meeting. :) p.s. [Here](https://discord.gg/TYQmS3GgBK) is a link to our **Discord**, pop in to meet folks ahead of the meetup.

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Board Game Designers' Coworking Meetup - San Francisco

Board Game Designers' Coworking Meetup - San Francisco

Sat, Jun 6, 7:00 PM
From Golden Gate Gamemakers
4.8

Gather at Saluhall SF (2nd floor) for a day brimming with creativity and collaboration at the Board Game Designers' Coworking Meetup. We meet every 1st Saturday of the month (drop in and out anytime). This is a unique relaxed opportunity to work on your projects surrounded by peers who share your passion for game design. This is your chance to get valuable feedback, share resources, and perhaps even find collaborators for your next big game idea. Playtesting is welcome, though that isn't the focus of this event. This is free to attend, yet please consider buying some delicious food and drinks while here to support the venue. **What to Bring (optional):** laptop, prototypes, sketches, ideas, components (components will also be provided by the host). **Hosts:** Tristan and Lucas **BART:** Powell Street station, exit onto Market Street, and walk half a block south to Saluhall. **Parking:** Limited street parking. 1\. 6x6 SF Parking Garage 440 Stevenson \- 1hr validation with $15 purchase at Saluhall\. 2\. SF City Parking 25 Mason St 3\. 5th & Mission Yerba Buena Garage 833 Mission St 4\. California Parking 199 Turk St\. **PLEASE RSVP** so I can get a headcount and we can get the tables we need! **Code of Conduct:** [GGG Code of Conduct](https://goldengategamemakers.com/Code_Of_Conduct/) Also there are some additional rules to highlight for this event: 1\. NO PREJUDICE\. It does NOT matter whether you're a veteran or a newbie in the industry\. We are all equals in this space\. 2\. ZERO TOLERANCE against discrimination \-\- this does not just include the typical forms of discrimination \(e\.g\. racial\, gender\, sexual orientation\, etc\) but also the atypical forms \(e\.g\. age\, competitive/casual\, serious/jovial\, neurodivergence\, complexity preferences\, etc\)\. 3\. CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM is welcome\! This is a space where we should be 100% honest with each other about our prototypes\. DO NOT use this as an opportunity to provide criticism about an individual\. DO use this as an opportunity to provide criticism about games\. Up-to-date details and our many other events can be found at meetup.com/playgoldengate

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To find gaming groups in San Francisco, search for 'games' or similar interests. You'll find local communities hosting events you can join.

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Absolutely! Meetup allows you to join multiple groups, enabling you to explore various gaming communities and interests in San Francisco.

There are groups dedicated to specific games as well as broader casual gaming interests. It depends on what's active in your area.

Many gamers find connections through Meetup, but making friends depends on your participation and engagement in events and groups.

Not necessarily. Some groups organize online gaming sessions, so check event descriptions for location details.

Event quality can vary since most are independently organized by group members. It's a good idea to read reviews and feedback.

Definitely! Meetup offers numerous opportunities for casual gamers in San Francisco to meet others and enjoy shared interests.

You might find fewer active groups in some areas or game categories. If so, consider starting a new group that interests you.

Meetup focuses on group activities, which are great for multiplayer experiences, but isn't geared toward individual matchmaking.

Group availability varies. If your game isn't represented, starting your own group could attract other local enthusiasts.