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“Sandbox”: Live Games Open Mic | SF

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Thursday, July 14, 2016 - 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but donations are appreciated

Duboce Park | Duboce and Noe, San Francisco, CA

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CANCELLED: “Sandbox”: Live Games Open Mic | SF

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Sandbox is a monthly open mic, held every second Thursday, for playtesting live games and participatory experiences. Work presented is generally embodied play–unlike video games or board games, the experiences at Sandbox generally involve players moving around and exploring space and interacting with other players.

Each month, seasoned and amateur designers alike are welcome to share games with a playful audience; players of all sorts are invited to play, learn, critique, and get acquainted with the art of experience design.

Bring a game to share or enjoy playing others’ experiences.

The night starts with one or two quick warm-up games played together as a group. Afterward, the games for the night are introduced and you’ll break into groups to play your choice of games.

If you have a work-in-progress and want to try it out, even if it has nothing to do with the theme, you’re welcome to run it at Sandbox and gather feedback.

Join the Facebook group to receive updates about Sandbox events.

This month’s theme is “Woof!” They’re playing next to a dog park, after all.

Themes are just a suggestion; as always, experiences and inspiration of all kinds are always welcome. Also, It’s July and it’s San Francisco, so remember to wear a jacket.

Start with a few minutes to socialize and play a warm-up game, then break into groups to play and give feedback on the pieces that people bring. Around 9, continue to socialize at a nearby bar.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*Free, but donations are appreciated
Categories: Fun & Games, San Francisco
Address: Duboce and Noe, San Francisco, CA