What we’re about
Time to make new friends and learn a board game or two while you're at it. No gaming experience needed - come join the fun and meet some like-minded, social people while you're at it!
Established in 2021, this is a group that hopes to create a thriving board gaming community in Melbourne CBD and eastern suburbs.
Perfect for solo gamers looking to build a network of friends, or for people who haven't attended many Meet Ups and wanted to become part of our active group! There's something here for everyone - we focus on providing a welcoming, chill atmosphere where people can comfortably meet people and have a drink, while also learning new games.
If you're here for simple social/party games like Pictionary, Cards Against Humanity, Unstable Unicorns, or for more strategic games, you've come to the right place.
We'd also like to branch out into other cool things not limited to board games - think murder mysteries, escape rooms, scavenger hunts, geo-caching, real life 'Among Us' games etc.
We can't wait to meet you!
- Hayley, Dave, and Laura
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Tricky Tuesday @ The Peacock InnPeacock Inn Hotel, Northcote
Hey everyone!
Welcome to the debuting Tricky Tuesday Meet Up! This is a smaller event in most respects - smaller capacity, smaller games - but still the same sized fun (to be determined)! Come join us to learn a new game and meet some new people.
- This event was created primarily to play and explore trick taking games and smaller card games which can be played on more limited/no table space.
- Depending on the reception/venue experience we may look at expanding but it is based on my capacity at this stage to run it more frequently or with larger groups.
- As this is a smaller event, please note it is a bit more casual. Find the group at the table/s, come over and join - we're a welcoming bunch.
- Please BRING GAMES to this event if you can and be prepared to teach them if you do. There are no games available at the venue.
As this is a debut event so we will see how it goes and your feedback is welcome! There's an FAQ below but if you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out.
Your tricky friend,
DaveFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is a trick taking game? Good question you handsome person.- Generally speaking, a trick taking game is a card game which is played in a series of rounds known as tricks.
- Each trick is evaluated to determine a winner or taker of that trick and then will usually start - or lead - the next trick.
- The goal is usually tied to either winning or losing a number of tricks. This may also come in the form of you guessing how many tricks you will win - known as a bid.
- Some games may have a suit that always wins - known as a trump.
- Most trick taking games are competitive needing between 3-5 players, others are cooperative, there are also solo and two-player trick taking games as well!
- Popular trick taking/trick taking adjacent games you may have heard of: The Crew, Skull King, Cat in the Box, Scout, Fox in the Forest, the classic games of Spades and Hearts,
Do I need to know how to play/have played a trick taking game before?
- No, but it is good to understand the basics and general terminology so you can pick things up a bit easier on the night.
- See this video for a bit of a general breakdown.
Is this event free?
- Yes, but please support the venue by purchasing a drink or two.
I'm on the waitlist can I still come?
- Unfortunately, no. We have limited capacity and must abide by it.
I don't have a game to bring, is that okay?
- Generally it will be okay, but it is encouraged to bring and share a game where you can! You can always bring a standard deck of cards or tarot cards and learn a card game or two as well!
Can I bring a guest?
- Unfortunately, unless they have signed up too it won't be possible. We have a strict limit on guests and the event would fill up too quickly otherwise.
How do I get to the venue?
- The 86 Tram is your best bet and has a stop pretty much right outside of the venue.
- There are two train stations (Westgarth and Northcote) which are within walking distance.
- Parking is available in the area but can get busy. If you don't mind a little walk there is parking down the adjacent street.
Dave, I worry you will win all the games we play. Such an intelligent and beautiful man, you must be a master of the tricks, is this true?
- Firstly - thank-you for the kind words, but secondly - no. I suck at trick taking games and lose more than I win. Yet, I enjoy them for their variety and quick nature regardless. You will be fine if you don't take things too seriously. It's about fun and meeting people... (but if you do beat me too often I will ban you from the group and venue...).
