Another group of guys from my group playing my latest prototype. Finding a good game group, for me, was critical for my growing obsession for board games. I had started exploring games online, but until I found a fun group of folks to enjoy them with on a regular basis, I was just an outsider looking into this fascinating hobby. With that in mind, I always try to be as welcoming as possible to potential new players. If the folks in my regular group weren't so friendly on that first night I decided to show up and see what this gaming group was all about, this blog wouldn't exist and neither would this little game publishing company.
So, what makes a good game group? For me, here are a few of the important things.
For any designer, it's critical to find a group of people who enjoy playing prototypes, have no reservations about being honest and have their own great ideas they're willing to throw into the mix (and not be mad if I decide not to include them).
What do you look for in a gaming group?
Till next time.
Keith
So, what makes a good game group? For me, here are a few of the important things.
- Welcoming and friendly people
- Players with good sportsmanship
- Regular location
- Access to food and drink
- Wide variety of gaming tastes
- Multiple game "teachers" or people who have collections and want to lead games
- and (drum roll) ..... Willing to play my prototypes and give honest feedback.
For any designer, it's critical to find a group of people who enjoy playing prototypes, have no reservations about being honest and have their own great ideas they're willing to throw into the mix (and not be mad if I decide not to include them).
What do you look for in a gaming group?
Till next time.
Keith
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