Deck Building Games San Francisco

SF 🏀 Shooting Games: Queers & Allies

Join us and end your week right with a laid-back hour of basketball shooting games, and community. This group is for LGBTQ+ folks and Allies of all skill levels. Whether you’ve never picked up a basketball or you’ve been shooting for years, you’re welcome here. This isn’t about competition it’s about connection, laughter, movement, and enjoying a lunch hour together. We’ll play casual shooting games like: • Around the World • HORSE (or, in the spirit of Pride… PRIDE🌈 I decided to start this meetup after my dad passed away. Playing basketball shooting games together was one of our favorite traditions, and creating this group is my way of carrying that joy forward while building new community. My hope is that this becomes a place where people can laugh, meet new friends, get outside, and make Friday afternoons something to look forward to. I’ll have a basketball 🏀 so just bring yourself. water, comfortable shoes, and a welcoming spirit. Bring a friend if you’d like. Let’s celebrate community, movement, one shot at a time.

Ridiculous, Wacky, and Weird Games@ Double Standard / Oakland

Do you consider yourself a bit....out there? Odd, strange, do things a little different? Well, just as in life, games come in all shapes and sizes....and tonight were playing the strange, and weird, and silly ones. Games with interesting mechanics, settings, and all out hilarity! We'll be returning to Double Standard in Oakland. You must present your ID to come in and must be over 21+. They allow outside food inside so feel free to grab a to-go dinner at one of the many neighboring places nearby. Fernie will [JISOGI: ANIME STUDIO TYCOON, ](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/429845/jisogi-anime-studio-tycoon)in this incredibly unique tycoon-style worker placement game, players use Staff members to select from a range of available actions Their objective is to release an original Anime composed of 3 Script parts (Setting, Plot, and Twist). Whenever released, players will gain resources and points according to their popularity - determined by the technical level of the Anime and how many genre matches they have to rotating Trend cards. Watch a [TUTORIAL HERE. ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKuejWl2kY4) Justin will be hosting [YOU KNOW IT!](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/421649/you-know-it) A trivia party game where, aside from trying to answer the questions right, you can get points by betting on how many of the group know the right answer, know knows the right answer and who doesn't know the right answer from a bunch of five questions. Watch a [TUTORIAL HERE](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLsdZAG49wc). Gabi will be hosting [EPIC SPELL WARS OF THE BATTLE WIZARDS](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/173200/epic-spell-wars-of-the-battle-wizards-rumble-at-ca). In this truly ridiculous game you battle other wizards by combining hilarious NSFW themed cards that act as spell components. Each component also has a word associated with it. To cast your spell you must recite the hilarious random combination of words to cast your spell on the wizards you are battling. This a fun light and absolutely silly game of magical brutality. Watch a [TUTORIAL HERE](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dwVvsOJswS4). +more hosted games to be announced. Check back soon. **PLZ BRING YOUR GAMES** (even if its off theme) **AND BRING FRIENDS!** Game roster for the night includes: JISOGI ANIME TYCOON - make an anime show, worker placement YOU KNOW IT! - hilarious and bonkers trivia game EPIC SPELL WARS OF THE BATTLE WIZARDS--- rick & morty style of hilarious and NSFW spellcasting and wizard murder QUACKS OF QUIDLENBURG -- push your luck tile collecting game RED DRAGON INN -- adventurers getting drunk at the tavern MONDRAWSITY -- draw hilarious monsters SHERRIFF OF NOTTINGHAM -- sneak goods past the sherrif! Be a good liar MUNCHKIN -- classic dnd pardoy game of ridiculous chaos POTION EXPLOSION--- marble collecting game of exploding potions CHRONONAUGHTS-- change time and history FLUXX -- pure pure choas with rules changing each round JENGA -- classic tension building game \*\*This meetup begins at 6 with games beginning roughly between 6:30 and 7. If you arrive after that, know that you may have to team up / wait for a new round of gaming to begin. \*\*As always, feel free to bring any friends and games you like! Friends first. Games always.

Board Game Playtesting at Dogpatch Games (San Francisco)

Welcome to the Golden Gate Gamemakers' board game playtesting event at Dogpatch Games in San Francisco! We meet last Thursdays 6pm-10pm. We are a community of tabletop game designers & board game fanatics who meet monthly at Dogpatch Games (1095 Tennessee St. in San Francisco's Dogpatch district) to playtest each other's prototypes, provide feedback, help each other get published, and most importantly... have fun! Whether you’re game is days away from Kickstarter, or just ideas on a napkin, or you just want to hangout and playtest other prototypes (we LOVE playtesters!)…all are welcome! A few notes if this is your first time joining us: \- Our goal is to provide a community around creating new games\. Every designer will get their prototype to the table\. We give everyone the chance to play games and get their game played\. \- Each designer gets equal time\, which is about one hour\. This includes rules explanations\, gameplay\, and time for feedback\. \- Please arrive on time if you have a game to playtest\. At the beginning of the night each designer will pitch their game to the group\, then breakout into smaller groups\. If you arrive and playtesting has already begun\, we will try to accommodate you later in the evening\. \- If your game requires more than one hour\, or requires a player count of 6 or more\, please contact us ahead of time so we can make arrangements\. \- Please stay for as long as you can to playtest others’ games\. \- When you arrive\, please check in with the cashier and inform them you’re with the San Francisco Board Game Designers\. Dogpatch Games charges customers an hourly fee \(monthly subscriptions are available\)\, but we have negotiated **a flat rate of $12 per person you'll need to pay for the evening**. \- Dogpatch Games does not yet sell food or drink\, but outside food is very welcomed\. There are many great options within a couple blocks\. \- Street parking is readily available nearby\. Or take BART to the Powell Street station and transfer to San Francisco Muni “T”\-line and take that eastbound to 20th & 3rd Ave stop\. Dogpatch Games is then one block away\. \- Please no “blind playtesting”\. You must teach your game yourself and not require playtesters to read rules during the event\. \- This is an event for playtesting your game and gathering feedback\, and not promoting your upcoming Kickstarter campaign\. \- Reach out to Phil Schwarzmann \(phillip\.schwarzmann@gmail\.com\) or for any questions\. Looking forward to seeing you there!! Phil [See GGG's full code of conduct here.](https://goldengategamemakers.com/Code_Of_Conduct/) Up-to-date details and our many other events can be found at [meetup.com/playgoldengate](meetup.com/playgoldengate)

RPG Night @ Gamescape SF - Sci-fi edition!!

Every 4th Sunday of the month, Gamescape hosts RPG Night at our store in San Francisco! You can always see the latest offerings of games on our online store here: [https://www.gamescapesf.store/product/rpg-night-6-28-26/3WFWGDAJLTRMII74QOSQSAOY](https://www.gamescapesf.store/product/rpg-night-6-28-26/3WFWGDAJLTRMII74QOSQSAOY) *Registration in advance required via the link above.* This month's games are: Pale Dot Mothership Star Trek Adventures $5 entry, 6:30PM-10PM

Magic the Gathering Casual Players Meetup - Every Sunday!

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!

Play Gin Rummy!

Pop in to play gin and other rummy style games with SF Card Players! Think: rummy 500, Rummikub, Five Crowns, etc. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned pro, this event is perfect for anyone looking to socialize and get in on friendly competition. Come alone or bring a friend – all are welcome. We have plenty of playing cards, notebooks and pens, but you're welcome to bring your own if you like. These are the house rules we'll play with: https://bicyclecards.com/how-to-play/gin-rummy

Semi-annual Cribbage Tournament (SUMMER 2026 EDITION)!!!

OAKLAND Euchre: 4th Thursdays @ Mad Oak Bar

Hey Gang! Come join us for **OAKLAND EUCHRE** twice a month on the **2nd & 4th Thursdays** at **Mad Oak Bar**! [http://www.madoakbar.com/](http://www.madoakbar.com/?fbclid=IwAR3d6HvYUXDjEqewrV6TML9RxLkyMa6R7-LenWBxO6o-hoHhzwW-_ATD9nk) Mad Oak Bar is located on 12th Street just a 10 minute walk from either the Lake Merritt or 12th Street/Oakland City Center BART stations. Happy Hour until 6pm. Food Menu: [Grub & Drinks](https://madoakbar.com/oakland-mad-oak-bar-n-yard-drinks-and-grub) **RSVP 'Yes' to let us know you're coming!** Hope to see you there! Feel free to ping with any questions! Club Socials [https://linktr.ee/sfoaklandeuchre](https://linktr.ee/sfoaklandeuchre)

Werewolf Potluck

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*

Board Game Playtesting at Victory Point Cafe Berkeley - 3rd Mondays

Come to Victory Point Cafe in Berkeley to playtest some games in development! This event is twice a month, 1st Wednesdays and 3rd Mondays, and exists as two separate listings on our meetup. This is a relaxed chance to try new board / card / tabletop games, get feedback on your own prototypes, and learn about the game industry. Designers and interested players welcome, no experience needed. Please be courteous to other designers and stay to test their games if you are bringing your own prototype to be tested. Drop in and out any time and participate as much as you'd like, and just observing is fine too. RSVPing is appreciated but not required. Organizers: Glenn and Velgus * COST - Participants may pay the regular $12/person reserved gaming fee or waive it by buying at least two menu items from the cafe. Pay or start a tab at the front counter upon entering. * PARKING - Street meters should be free from 6pm onwards. There is free street parking on the street behind the venue and on surrounding streets during the day and evening. * BART - Downtown Berkeley BART station is a straight 8-minute walk away. [See GGG's full Code of Conduct here](https://goldengategamemakers.com/Code_Of_Conduct/). Up-to-date details and our many other events can be found at [meetup.com/playgoldengate](https://www.meetup.com/playgoldengate).

Free Mah Jongg open play

Free drop in game play every Tuesday at 12:00. American mahjong style. Currently it is for players who know how to play. No instruction at this time.

Open Board Gaming !

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 \(owner/managers\)