What will you play this weekend?

Key Takeaways

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Weekend gaming provides an opportunity for relaxation, competition, and immersion in various virtual worlds.
The community aspect of gaming is significant, with sharing tips, experiences, and conversations making the experience more enjoyable.
Local events like Lonely Board Gamer Night and Bat City Board Game Night offer opportunities for face-to-face gaming experiences.
Bi-monthly Secret Hitler Nights and other themed events provide a chance to engage in unique gaming experiences with others, fostering social interaction within the gaming community.

Weekend Gaming Escapades: Dive In and Disconnect

After a busy week, it’s finally the weekend—time to disconnect and dive into gaming. The Eurogamer Portugal community knows the fun begins the moment you power on your PC, console, or mobile phone. Everyone has their own ritual, a favorite spot, and the desire to lose themselves in their favorite virtual worlds. Some players prepare for an epic journey through distant lands, ready to face monsters, save kingdoms, or explore open worlds. Others jump into multiplayer games for competitive shooters, strategic challenges, or RPGs with friends. There’s always room for those nostalgic for retro games or those who unwind with something casual. There’s no wrong way to spend a gaming weekend; some relax, some compete, and some get lost in immersive stories. The community shares tips, hilarious bugs, epic achievements, and the insightful conversations that make gaming great. While the world outside organizes itself, we’re gearing up for another marathon of fun.

Weekend Board Game Events: Austin & South ATX Gaming Nights and Secret Hitler Bi-Monthly

What are your plans? Austin Indie Video Game Book Clubs will host a Lonely Board Gamer Night on Friday, December 26th, at 6:00 PM Central Standard Time. South ATX Board Games Friends will host their weekly Bat City Board Game Night on Saturday, December 27th, at 6:00 PM Central Time. Bat City Board Games hosts bi-monthly Secret Hitler Nights starting January 5th, 2026, at 7:00 PM Central Standard Time, featuring Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical as their Game of the Month. Share your weekend gaming plans with us—the weekend is short, but the stories born from games last forever.

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