Board Games!

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Quite recently I spent a lovely evening at a boardgame café with friends. The reason why this came up to my blog is that it was one of those experiences that you would never forget. Let me explain.

If you have read my previous blogs, you would know that I am greatly inclined towards video games. However, the experience that comes with a good round of a tabletop board game is unique to itself. Sure, game mechanics could be similar but it is like the difference between reading a hardcover book and reading an eBook. Before I start the war between the readers, let me describe my experience.

So, after playing couple of warm up games. We got down to business. A box was opened, it was called ‘Revolution!’ The rules were explained which we interpreted on different levels. Either way the game was on. Since the game was not a cooperation game, we all were quick to draw guns at each other, even if it meant losing our personal leads. What turned out to be a game of gaining the most influence in the town, our personal goals were evident. One of my friends chose to gain power over a plantation estate and nothing else. Me on the other hand got the church and won the popularity contest which I made up myself. Either way both of us lost to the friend who just watched us fight in silence. So, here’s the takeaway. The best part of board games is the chaotic gameplay which results in creating memories that you carry for a lifetime. Rules are enforced by sheer willpower and victory comes with VIP bragging rights.

The experience with board games, card games or anything that you play with friends is always new. You do not need to visit a boardgame café for that matter. Even a weekend at a friend’s place can do the trick. Either way at the end of the day, it is one of the best things to do to if you want to take a step back from the monotone of life.

Maybe that’s what board games is all about. It is not about who won, but the memories and the friends we made along the way.

Until next time

Alan

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