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Let's Play "The Incident at Galley House"

Let's Play "The Incident at Galley House"

Sat, Oct 31, 7:30 PM
From Video Game Book Club - East Bay
4.8

For this month's game we are playing the mystery, horror, puzzle game, "**The Incident at Galley House**." From the developer: *In 1936, something terrible happened at Galley House. Decades later, with a strange contraption that reveals echoes of the past, you must uncover the truth behind this grisly mystery. A new puzzle from the creators of The Roottrees are Dead.* It is available for Linux, macOS, and Windows. Play through it this month and we will discuss it on **October 31st**! Play through as much as you can and be prepared to be *spooked* 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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Let's Play "Omori"

Let's Play "Omori"

Sat, Oct 10, 7:00 PM
From Video Game Book Club - San Francisco
4.7

For this month's game we are playing the horror RPG *Omori*. *A turn-based surreal horror RPG in which a child traverses various mundane, quirky, humourous, mysterious and horrific lands with his friends in search of a missing person while confronting his past and his fears. Explore a strange world full of colorful friends and foes. When the time comes, the path you’ve chosen will determine your fate... and perhaps the fate of others as well.* *Omori* is available on Steam, Switch, PlayStation and Xbox. 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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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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SF Tech Week: Building Your Discord Server Through Every Stage of Game Dev

SF Tech Week: Building Your Discord Server Through Every Stage of Game Dev

Wed, Oct 7, 12:30 AM
From SF Game Development
4.7

SF Game Development is excited to be hosting an event during SF Tech Week with a hands-on session from Discord on building community around your game. Join us in person at DNA Lounge on Tuesday, October 6th from 5:30pm–9:00pm. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from an industry expert, who will take the stage at 7:00 pm. Whether you're a seasoned game developer, an aspiring artist, a student, or an indie creator, this event is designed for you. Come mingle with like-minded professionals and enthusiasts, and enjoy some pizza and bits sponsored by Discord. There's a full-service bar at the venue with all proceeds supporting the venue. Your participation helps us continue hosting fantastic events in their 3,000 sqft space. You'll also get a chance to demo indie games and meet the speaker involved with the event. **Building Your Discord Server Through Every Stage of Game Development** **Anthony Tešija — Senior Developer Advocate at Discord** The best game communities start long before launch day. Learn how to build a community and evolve it through your game's alpha, release, and beyond. We'll cover channels, roles, events, moderation, and how to bring players straight from your game into your community and keep them engaged. Anthony will walk through the four stages every game passes through — in development, alpha/beta, release, and post-release — and what your server should actually look like at each one: why starting minimal beats over-building, how forum channels turn scattered feedback into organized bug reports, how community invites can auto-assign your beta testers, and how Rich Presence and bots can bridge your game and your server to turn players into organic marketing. **See you all there!** Thank you everyone for RSVPing for our SF Game Development event with our fellow indie game developers. We can't wait to see everyone there. Make sure to arrive at 5:30pm for networking and game demos. You **MUST RSVP** on Meetup, Luma, or Eventbrite to secure your spot.

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Play Go and Socialize

Play Go and Socialize

Fri, Oct 16, 11:00 PM
From San Francisco Go Club
4.7

Visit our Japan Center Go Club and play Go with others. We are open every Friday 4-8pm with more times coming soon.

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🎲 Game Night Wednesdays + Happy Hour at Rick & Roxy’s! 🎯

🎲 Game Night Wednesdays + Happy Hour at Rick & Roxy’s! 🎯

Thu, Oct 8, 1:00 AM
From San Francisco Games
4.6

Midweek just got way more fun! Whether you're rolling in with a crew or flying solo, Game Night Wednesdays is your spot to play, sip, and socialize! 🔥 Happy Hour (6-9 PM): 🍹 $5 Well Drinks
🍺 $5 Michelob Ultra on Tap
🌊 5 for $25 Pacifico Buckets
🍹 5 for $30 Suncruisers (Vodka Iced Tea)
🥒 $8 Pickle Back Jameson Shots 🎮 Games include: Simon, Jenga, Guess Who, Chess, Cards Against Humanity, What Do You Meme, Monopoly Deal, Uno, Sorry, Yahtzee, Most Likely To..., classic cards, and dice. Plus, hit up Rick’s game room for skeeball, darts, giant Jenga, giant Connect 4, and a Polycade with 50+ retro arcade games! 🍻 Every Wednesday | Rick & Roxy’s | Happy Hour 6-9 PM | Games All Night! Rick & Roxy's
2131 Lombard Street
San Francisco, CA.

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Gaming events in San Francisco may include casual meetups, competitive tournaments, or collaborative gaming sessions, catering to a diverse range of interests and skill levels.

Yes, once you're part of a group on Meetup, you can potentially organize and host gaming events. Getting in touch with group administrators can help you get started.

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Availability of console gaming groups in San Francisco depends on member interests and activity. Groups are constantly forming, so keep checking for new opportunities.

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The occurrence of events depends greatly on each group's activity in San Francisco. Some may have weekly gatherings, while others might meet monthly.

Many console gaming groups in San Francisco cater to various game genres, from action and adventure to sports and role-playing games, but selection depends on group focus.

Not all Meetup events are hosted in-person. Some may be online, especially if organizers or members prefer virtual gatherings. Check the event details for specifics.

Bringing your own controller or game setup might be required for certain events, but this varies. Review the event description for any specific instructions or requirements.

Meetup is not limited to large events. It supports a range of gatherings, including social, small group settings that increase participation and connection within the gaming community.