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Why Play Board Games?

Why Play Board Games?

When I first tell others about my board gaming addiction hobby, I hear a variety of reactions that usually go something like this:

  • “You mean like (insert mass market game from 50+ years ago)?”
  • “Like Dungeons and Dragons?” Tabletop RPG’s are a whole different subject, though there is some overlap in the hobbies.
  • “Have you played Catan?”
  • “Oh we love Cards Against Humanity.”
  • “I haven’t played board games since I was a kid.”

I often explain that there are a lot of great people making unique and innovative board games these days and offer an example of a current favorite. Here, I have attempted to gather some of my deeper, though scattered thoughts about the board gaming hobby and the benefits I derive from it.

Why Play Board Games?

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