Gaming Groups Toronto

Toronto Virtual Reality Meetup

Curious about virtual reality, already exploring the metaverse, or thinking about buying your first headset? The Toronto Virtual Reality Meetup is a welcoming local community for VR users of all experience levels. Whether you use a Meta Quest, Apple Vision Pro, PlayStation VR2, HTC Vive, Valve Index, Pico, another PC VR headset, or simply explore VR-compatible experiences through your computer or mobile device, you are welcome to join us. You do not need to own a headset to attend. Meet other VR enthusiasts from across Toronto and discuss favourite apps, games, social spaces, creative tools, fitness experiences, productivity uses, and emerging technologies. Members can share recommendations and experiences from platforms such as VRChat, Meta Horizon Worlds, Bigscreen, Rec Room, SteamVR, Spatial, and other virtual worlds. Possible discussion topics include: • Favourite VR games, apps, and social experiences • Choosing a headset and getting started with VR • Virtual events, movies, fitness, art, music, and education • Creating avatars, worlds, games, and virtual content • Mixed reality and spatial computing • Meeting other Toronto VR users online and in person • Where virtual reality, augmented reality, and the metaverse may be heading The goal is to build a friendly Toronto-based community where beginners, casual users, developers, creators, and experienced VR explorers can exchange ideas, discover new experiences, and connect with others interested in the future of immersive technology. Bring your questions, recommendations, and curiosity. All levels and platforms are welcome.

Game of the Month: Big Walk

***Big Walk*** Developer: House House ***Join our Discord to find people to play with!*** ***NOTE:*** This month will be an in-person meetup exclusive to members of the Discord server. Join our server for more details. Platforms * PC * MAC * PS5 * SWITCH 2 Looking for others to play with? Join our Discord! Message me (Jake) or go to ivgbc.com \*\*\*

Hokm & Shlem Night - Toronto

**Join us for a relaxed evening of Hokm and Shelem card games in Toronto.** Come alone or with friends — we’ll help organize players and tables when you arrive. All experience levels are welcome. If you already know Hokm or Shelem, great. If you’re still learning, you’re welcome to join too. The goal is simple: play cards, meet new people, and enjoy a fun social evening.

Casual Board Games and Pub Social After

The Board Games event is a fun, sociable and charitable event We are a fun, friendly and kind group of people mostly in our 20s, 30s and 40s. Beginners are welcome! We are a very inclusive and social group and we teach people how to play games they have not played before :) We provide a variety of 40+ board games. The games usually take 5 or 10 minutes to learn and 30 to 60 minutes to play. Play in French: On the last Friday of the month, we're offering a table where the games are played in French. Anyone with an intermediate level of French who wants to practice while playing is welcome to join. Just ask for Philippe when you arrive. **Time** *Board Games Start time: 630pm - Board Games end time: 10pm *Eat / Drink/ Socialise at a nearby pub afterwards **Location** 30 Leeds St, Toronto, ON M6G 3R8 (Ukrainian Catholic Church of the Holy Protection) The entrance to the board game room is at the back of the Church. There is a sign on the door that says BOARD GAMES GROUP. Please use the map provided on the event page also. Payment **There are two ways to pay** **10 by Cash - coins are not accepted. Only bills.**** **11.55 by Debit/Credit card **Charity Donations** - This is a not-for-profit initiative. Revenue go towards covering costs of the event including venue, insurance marketing, refreshments and board games. Any surplus revenue is donated to charity **Food and drink** *Everyone will get cookies/candy for free - Cups will be provided for tap water *Bring your own food and drink. - Please do not bring CHIPS AND CRACKERS as they make a mess and are greasy ***ALCOHOL IS PROHIBITED AND WE HAVE A ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY ON THIS - there are no second chances** Photos will be taken at the event and posted publicly for marketing purposes. Please only attend if you are ok with this or tell me when you arrive that you do not want to be in any photos The event is officially hosted by Ace of Math Learning Program Ontario Inc.

Game Dev Monthly Meetup

Looking for your people? Come hang out with fellow game programmers, artists, audio engineers, musicians, and designers for a chill evening of shop talk, project sharing, and good company. Bring your laptop or devices if you want to show off what you're working on and get some playtesting and feedback. All skill levels welcome! Come whether you're shipping your tenth game or just enjoying the hobby. **No entry fee**. We're usually in the back of the first floor, but we'll post if that changes. Join the Discord community to keep up to date and continue sharing your progress! We run a monthly online show n' tell there as well! **Discord: [https://discord.gg/PW9YnAx6yx](https://discord.gg/PW9YnAx6yx)**

Magic the Gathering: Going Commander

Every Wednesday Night! Free Magic The Gathering Commander games at Hairy Tarantula, hosted by Toronto Gaymers! Please note: Masks are required in store! For more information and to RSVP please over to harryt.com/events

Midtown Toronto Board Game Night

**Looking to meet new people in Midtown Toronto?** Join us for a relaxed evening of board games and great conversations. Whether you come alone or with friends, everyone is welcome. No experience with board games is needed—we'll choose easy and fun games that anyone can enjoy. **Feel free to bring your favorite board game, card game, or party game and introduce it to the group, or simply come and join the fun!** Our goal is to build a friendly local community where people can connect, make new friends, and enjoy a great evening together. Meet us inside **Yonge Burger St. Clair**. Check in with our staff when you arrive, and we'll direct you to the Board Game Meetup area. **Come join us for a fun evening, make new friends, and create great memories together!**

Queer Gayme Dive

This is an opportunity to meet up for some LGBTQ2IA-flavoured gaming and socializing—allies also welcome. Come for the gaming, socializing, and the drinks! :) Be sure to invite friends and such, too. We’ll be in the larger area towards the back. Event officially runs from 4pm to 7pm, at which point we start to pack away the games, clearing up before the band takes the stage (9:30-10pm). You'll have access to a robust library of board games, and attendees are welcome to bring their own games. There is no event fee. Instead we ask attendees to purchase beverages from the venue, Penny's Bar, conveniently located beside Lansdowne subway station at 1306 Bloor St. West. Of course, since they are offering us their space for free, please consider buying a drink if you can--possibly from our \*custom menu\*! We provide nametag stickers with a pronoun field; we want this to be a comfortable environment for everyone, kindly respect people's listed or stated pronouns. If you are unsure of someone's pronouns, don't assume: Ask, Respect and Practice Definitely ask before taking pictures/videos Alas Penny's is not accessible due to stairs, dim lighting, and loud noises. While external food is welcome, outside beverages are not permitted. \*\*\*Please reach out to [info@torontogaymers.ca](mailto:info@torontogaymers.ca) with any accessibility concerns. [https://linktr.ee/TorontoGaymers](https://linktr.ee/TorontoGaymers) #TorontoGaymers #PennysDiveBar [#Boardgames](https://keep.google.com/#label/boardgames)

Play Board Games for Charity

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Mid-week Boardgames

Chill, relax and get over the mid-week hump with boardgames! Pick a game from the WoodForSheep demo library or bring your own games to share & play. All experience levels are welcome. Woodforsheep sitting fee: $8 per person

THUG Equinox-kickoff edition!

As a **special-edition\* THUG event**, we are excited to announce that we will be hosting a Houdini Usergroup event on Monday September 21, to kick off the week of Equinox! Stick around Tuesday and Wednesday for workshops, presentations and physical interaction of the like-minded! We will of course be having presentations Monday night as well -- covering RBDs and COPs -- AND there will be a special giveaway! Pick up an H22 tshirt and your very own FLIP plushy :)) Please RSVP so we get enough food+drink for everyone. Else... we'll see you there! For Tuesday and Wednesday registration, click [here](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/houdini-hive-equinox-tickets-1996727885857?aff=odeimcmailchimp&mc_cid=181bf58c2b) to register. \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- *\*we will return to Thursday default setting; Monday only for this occasion!* \*\*presentation schedule of speakers will be posted in due time :)