The Table Convenes

Hello and welcome to all of you who have ventured to this sector of the vast internet. This is the first of what hopefully will become many future posts dedicated to discussing, informing and reviewing the world of gaming. Now, we're not talking XBox or Wii. We're talking those games that usually require a bit more setup and a lot more imagination.

Yes, it is the world of board games, card games, RPGs. If you frequent comic or hobby shops, you already know what this is about. Certainly, though, there is a large portion of the population that has absolutely no idea about these types of games, or if they do, it is with the narrow perception and gross misunderstanding that goes with any knowledge of Dungeons & Dragons or Magic: The Gathering. Unfortunately way too many people seem to immediately associate those with devil worship. But that is another conversation for another time.

Of course many folks actually have had experiences with some of these types of games, an example being a game like the widely popular Apples to Apples. While this blog will most often be dealing with some less well known titles like Z-Man Games' B-Movie game collection or Avalon Hill board games like Betrayal at House on Haunted Hill, Apples serves as a good introductary example.

Before I conclude, I have one interesting item. While listening to public radio this past week, I heard a call in show where they wanted listener ideas for show topics. One caller inquired about doing a show on this exact topic! He was interested in hearing more about theses types of games because he had friends he knew of that role-play and play these types of card games. His interest seems to reflect my observations and experience that these types of games are really gaining in popularity among young adults. Its good to see, because as those of us who already play them know, they are extremely fun!

Stop in regularly to see what we are talking about Around the Card Table. Until next time, happy gaming!