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Game Design Discussion at Dolores Park

Game Design Discussion at Dolores Park

Sat, Oct 3, 9:00 PM
From SF Game Designers and Enjoyers

Let's talk about game design! Bring any of the following to discuss with the group: * A game you've played recently * A game you're developing that you want to showcase * A game mechanic that you find interesting and want to dive deeper into * Anything else related to games that you want to discuss Meetings are weekly at Dolores Park at 2pm, meeting spot is at top of the hill near the Miguel Hidalgo statue. No prior experience in game development or design needed, just an interest in games!

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Strategy Game Night at Dog Patch Games

Strategy Game Night at Dog Patch Games

Sat, Oct 3, 1:00 AM
From Bay Area Root Gaming Group

Interested in playing Root, Arcs, or other strategy games this Friday? Sign up for Dogpatch Game's Strategy Game Night! Strategy Game Night is a bi-weekly event hosted by Dogpatch Games where players can come together and play a wide range of different strategy games. Suggestions are always welcome! Signing up on the website is $15 for 4 hours of gaming. Use the link below to register: * [https://www.dogpatch.games/events1/strategy-game-night-2026-10-2](https://www.dogpatch.games/events1/strategy-game-night-2026-10-2)

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Open Board Gaming !

Open Board Gaming !

Fri, Oct 9, 2:00 AM
From Play Games
4.6

We play and teach games every Thursday [at](https://www.itsyourmoveoakland.com/)[ Its Your Move Games](https://www.itsyourmoveoakland.com/clubs) until 11pm. The cost is $5. Drop in any time from 7:00pm to 10:30pm or so and you're sure to find something to play! Bring your games from home or use any of the games from our extensive used game library. We often have many tables going on at once for lots of variety. The earlier part of the evening is ideal for families with kids. We play all sorts of board games and card games on Thursday nights, but also: We are at[ 7th West](https://www.7thwest.com/) Every Wednesday night with a nice sized board game library. There is no cover charge there and they have Pin Ball machines a great menu and a large patio for smoking. Got a favorite game you'd like to find others to play? Bring it along! Let us know in advance if possible so we can help with recruiting players. In addition to these Thursday Meetups and the ones linked above, there are yet more game-specific events for adults and youth over the course of each week, including Scrabble, youth Pathfinder, youth chess and youth Go classes/play, so check out our full schedule here (http://www.meetup.com/oaklandgames/pages/Event_schedule/). There's more to come, so be sure to stay in touch! We request a donation of $3 to help offset the cost of keeping the store open so late every Friday. Hope to see you soon! \-\- Chris Specker and Will Kreber \(owner/managers\)

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Werewolf Potluck

Werewolf Potluck

Sat, Oct 3, 9:00 PM
From Werewolf Players of SF Bay Area
4.9

New players always welcome, we are friendly and can teach you [how to play](https://docs.google.com/document/d/10hhAtoAWkwjAOFjkcYgia2Dm0Im1M3Vr2DwvC7hu9uE/edit?tab=t.0) including our [7 house rules](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-W7kjNNWEmFptS6uz3jQAKLP_ZZJ1ntYECg0GTdAXCo/edit?fbclid=IwY2xjawMPQONleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFlNks3Y3ZCNTU2R0p2OVBFAR4O3SLi5Cqapu5FIQxkyu2XCRfVQWRL96uix08e3hbapt7ZBAUCGDOdFLXAIQ_aem_27HEyDvk1X1alLK8co7hLw&tab=t.0) that make it such a fun and unique experience that you will love! Adults only. Bring your friends, but RSVP required for each guest. **Please bring some food or drink to share so you can stay and play all day!** Arrive anytime and join the next village. We run games in two rooms, so the dead can join whichever game starts next. We host at our home in Brisbane. We have a dog who will be in daycare and a cat who will be in your lap if you let her. Keep shoes on inside. ***Join our Facebook group where members host unofficial events*** (https://www.facebook.com/groups/werewolfsf/) **Village Guidelines:** • No insults, No criticism after game, Share the floor • Don't make it personal, don't take it personal **Moderator Guidelines:** • Enforce rules but be light-hearted. • Use our house rules (and play with us before moderating) • Get pre-approval on any experimental roles ***Please update your RSVP (including wait list) if you can't make it.*** *Late cancels, no shows, and crashers without RSVP take spots away from others, so repeat offenders will be removed from our group*

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Oakland United Beerworks!

Thu, Oct 8, 2:00 AM
From East Bay Board Gang (EBBG)
4.9
15 attendees
Puzzles & Pinot

Puzzles & Pinot

Sun, Oct 11, 7:00 PM
From East Bay Puzzling
4.9

Join us for Assemble Puzzlery’s event at Best Friends in Albany. There will be pairs and teams speed puzzling as well as free, drop-in casual puzzling and puzzle chess. If you want to compete be sure to register at Assemble Puzzlery's website. https://assemblepuzzlery.com/collections/puzzles-and-pinot-at-best-friends-10-11-26 Don't forget, Best Friends is a 21+ venue

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Meetup is a platform that connects people with local groups and events based on shared interests, like cooperative games, both online and in person.

Search for cooperative game groups in San Francisco on Meetup to explore nearby events. You can filter by location to see what's happening around you.

Absolutely! You can join as many game groups as you like on Meetup. This allows you to diversify your involvement in various gaming communities.

Events can be either in-person or online based on the organizer's choice. Always check the event details to see the format it will take.

To RSVP, log into Meetup, find the event you’re interested in, and click the RSVP button. This keeps you updated about any changes.

Many Meetup groups are free, but some may ask for a small fee to cover expenses. This will be noted in the group's event details.

There's no requirement to attend every event. You can choose which ones fit your schedule and interest.

Yes, you can start a Meetup group for cooperative gaming. Share your passion with others in your area by organizing events.

The frequency of events depends on the group organizers and participants. Some meet weekly, others monthly. Check your group's calendar for schedules.

Yes, Meetup groups often welcome beginners. Cooperative gaming encourages team play, making it a great way for newcomers to join the fun.

No, events are organized by individual groups or hosts, not directly by Meetup itself. Hosts set the rules and manage event details.

Meetup connects you with individuals who share your interests, but making particular connections relies on your participation and interaction.

While there are cooperative games groups in San Francisco, the number and size may vary. Use the search function to find active listings.

Yes, cooperative games can often be played online if groups choose that format. Check the event description for specifics.

Interest availability can vary, and not every niche has an active group yet. Consider starting your own group to gather enthusiasts.