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Get ready to race for glory in the first-ever HEAT: Pedal to the Metal tournament! Do you have the skills to outmaneuver, outpace, and outplay your rivals on the track? Victory awaits, and so does a ₹10,000 prize pool (sponsored by @boardgamesbazaar and @nowboardingcafe)
DATE: 9th March, Sunday
TIME: 12 PM onwards
📍 VENUE: Now Boarding Café, Terminal 2 (HSR Layout)
💬 COMMENT “FULL THROTTLE” for the registration link!
Limited spots—register now!
#theheattournament #raceforglory #boardgametournament #heatpedaltothemetal #nowboardingcafe #boardgamesbazaar #gamenight
DATE: 9th March, Sunday
TIME: 12 PM onwards
📍 VENUE: Now Boarding Café, Terminal 2 (HSR Layout)
💬 COMMENT “FULL THROTTLE” for the registration link!
Limited spots—register now!
#theheattournament #raceforglory #boardgametournament #heatpedaltothemetal #nowboardingcafe #boardgamesbazaar #gamenight


Here’s the lineup of exciting events happening at Now Boarding this week! 🎲🧩
*Wednesday*
🧩 Piece it Together (Jigsaw Puzzles)
Description: A night of fun and teamwork with puzzles and laughter.
📍 Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 6 PM
*Thursday*
👥 Vipo Meet-up
Description: Bengaluru’s longest running board gaming meetup group!
📍 Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 6 PM
*Friday*
Pal-entine’s day 🌹
Description: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with whoever you love with scrumptious food and delightful board games!
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 6.30 PM
*Saturday*
🔪Blood on the Clocktower
Description: A night of strategy and medieval horror-themed gameplay.
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 8.30 PM
*Sunday*
🃏Poker Face (Friendly Poker Games)
Description: Show off your poker face in a friendly, no-stakes poker night!
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 7 PM
Get ready for an epic day of strategy, depth, and intense board game battles! 🎯
Feel free to join us for any of these awesome events. See you at the tables! 🙌
Link is in the bio
#nowboardingcafe #weeklyevents #gameweek #boardgamesbangalore
*Wednesday*
🧩 Piece it Together (Jigsaw Puzzles)
Description: A night of fun and teamwork with puzzles and laughter.
📍 Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 6 PM
*Thursday*
👥 Vipo Meet-up
Description: Bengaluru’s longest running board gaming meetup group!
📍 Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 6 PM
*Friday*
Pal-entine’s day 🌹
Description: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with whoever you love with scrumptious food and delightful board games!
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 6.30 PM
*Saturday*
🔪Blood on the Clocktower
Description: A night of strategy and medieval horror-themed gameplay.
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 8.30 PM
*Sunday*
🃏Poker Face (Friendly Poker Games)
Description: Show off your poker face in a friendly, no-stakes poker night!
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 7 PM
Get ready for an epic day of strategy, depth, and intense board game battles! 🎯
Feel free to join us for any of these awesome events. See you at the tables! 🙌
Link is in the bio
#nowboardingcafe #weeklyevents #gameweek #boardgamesbangalore


🏰 Epic Tales from The West Kingdom Saga! 👑
This weekend witnessed an extraordinary campaign through the legendary West Kingdom trilogy, where three valiant competitors embarked on a journey across Architects, Paladins, and Viscounts of the West Kingdom!
The kingdoms trembled as strategies unfolded, each decision echoing through the halls of history. Our brave competitors waged war through towering architectures, noble quests, and political intrigue, leading to a nail-biting tiebreaker that had us all on the edge of our thrones!
Congratulations to our champions:
🥇@not.so.luxe - Well deserved victory with 8 tomes, including 6 legendary victory tomes!
🥈 @datthudeevela - A masterful showing with 8 tomes including 2 victory tomes!
🥉 @dragomark29 - An impressive collection of 6 tomes!
The West Kingdom has never seen such fierce competition, where every scroll counted and every decision shaped the fate of the realm! To our brave competitors who dared to challenge the trilogy - your legends will be remembered! 📚✨
#westkingdom #boardgames #Gaming #architectsofthewestkingdom #paladinsofthewestkingdom #viscountsofthewestkingdom #boardgamestrategy #GamingCommunity #tabletopgames #boardgamersofinstagram #strategygames #garphillgames
This weekend witnessed an extraordinary campaign through the legendary West Kingdom trilogy, where three valiant competitors embarked on a journey across Architects, Paladins, and Viscounts of the West Kingdom!
The kingdoms trembled as strategies unfolded, each decision echoing through the halls of history. Our brave competitors waged war through towering architectures, noble quests, and political intrigue, leading to a nail-biting tiebreaker that had us all on the edge of our thrones!
Congratulations to our champions:
🥇@not.so.luxe - Well deserved victory with 8 tomes, including 6 legendary victory tomes!
🥈 @datthudeevela - A masterful showing with 8 tomes including 2 victory tomes!
🥉 @dragomark29 - An impressive collection of 6 tomes!
The West Kingdom has never seen such fierce competition, where every scroll counted and every decision shaped the fate of the realm! To our brave competitors who dared to challenge the trilogy - your legends will be remembered! 📚✨
#westkingdom #boardgames #Gaming #architectsofthewestkingdom #paladinsofthewestkingdom #viscountsofthewestkingdom #boardgamestrategy #GamingCommunity #tabletopgames #boardgamersofinstagram #strategygames #garphillgames


EPIC SHOWDOWN ALERT!
The Bengaluru Shasn Showdown Championship just delivered a spectacle to remember! 🔥
From intense qualifying rounds where strategies clashed and alliances shifted, to a legendary 6-hour finale that had everyone at the edge of their seats! Our finalists transformed the Azadi game's modular boards into their personal battleground, crafting a tournament that'll be talked about for years to come!
The battlefield witnessed calculated moves, brilliant comebacks, and moments that had us holding our breath! When the dust settled, our champions emerged:
🥇 Abhilash Rao - Claiming the crown with extraordinary gameplay!
🥈 Zaid Merchant - A masterclass in strategic brilliance!
🥉 Parna Sarkar - Proving their tactical prowess!
To every participant who brought their strategic A-game, every supporter who kept the energy electric, and every moment that made this championship unforgettable - THANK YOU!
This isn't just a tournament; it's a celebration of our amazing gaming community! Here's to bigger battles and bolder strategies ahead! 💫
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#bengalurugaming #shasn #azadi #boardgames #gamingchampionship #strategygames #BengaluruEvents #Gaming #BoardGameCommunity #championshipgaming #gamingglory #strategicmasterpiece
The Bengaluru Shasn Showdown Championship just delivered a spectacle to remember! 🔥
From intense qualifying rounds where strategies clashed and alliances shifted, to a legendary 6-hour finale that had everyone at the edge of their seats! Our finalists transformed the Azadi game's modular boards into their personal battleground, crafting a tournament that'll be talked about for years to come!
The battlefield witnessed calculated moves, brilliant comebacks, and moments that had us holding our breath! When the dust settled, our champions emerged:
🥇 Abhilash Rao - Claiming the crown with extraordinary gameplay!
🥈 Zaid Merchant - A masterclass in strategic brilliance!
🥉 Parna Sarkar - Proving their tactical prowess!
To every participant who brought their strategic A-game, every supporter who kept the energy electric, and every moment that made this championship unforgettable - THANK YOU!
This isn't just a tournament; it's a celebration of our amazing gaming community! Here's to bigger battles and bolder strategies ahead! 💫
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#bengalurugaming #shasn #azadi #boardgames #gamingchampionship #strategygames #BengaluruEvents #Gaming #BoardGameCommunity #championshipgaming #gamingglory #strategicmasterpiece


We're in the Endgame now! #shasn @shasnthegame


The battle for Bengaluru Shasn Showdown FINALE has begun!!!
Who do you think will win?
Who do you think will win?


Can’t watch her paying… which is why my eyes are closed until the receipt is gone 😂
#nowboardingcafe #gamenightfun #boardgamecafe #cafebangalore
#nowboardingcafe #gamenightfun #boardgamecafe #cafebangalore


Will lose every time if it means more board games on the table! Sacrifices must be made for the love of the game! 💯
#boardgameaddict #gamenightvibes #rollplaywin #boardgameschallenges #boardgamesbangalore #nowboardingcafe
#boardgameaddict #gamenightvibes #rollplaywin #boardgameschallenges #boardgamesbangalore #nowboardingcafe


Join @playful.pursuits this Sunday for a serene and enjoyable afternoon of jigsaw puzzling on our beautiful terrace, bathed in natural daylight — perfect for those intricate puzzle pieces! Our host Asma from Playful Pursuits will lead you through her extensive collection of puzzles from around the world - whether you’re a seasoned puzzle enthusiast or just looking to unwind, this event offers a relaxed atmosphere where you can engage your mind.
There’s no rush - just take your time to work through vibrant images, test your problem-solving skills, and soak in the calming ambience. Bring your friends, meet new people, and experience the perfect blend of fresh air, sunshine, and the satisfaction of completing a puzzle at your own pace!
Ages: 5+. Children under 14 must be accompanied by a guardian.
#puzzle #jigsaw #chill #goldenhour #NowBoardingCafe #MeetupEvent #meetup #jigsawpuzzle
There’s no rush - just take your time to work through vibrant images, test your problem-solving skills, and soak in the calming ambience. Bring your friends, meet new people, and experience the perfect blend of fresh air, sunshine, and the satisfaction of completing a puzzle at your own pace!
Ages: 5+. Children under 14 must be accompanied by a guardian.
#puzzle #jigsaw #chill #goldenhour #NowBoardingCafe #MeetupEvent #meetup #jigsawpuzzle


Here’s the lineup of exciting events happening at Now Boarding this week! 🎲🧩
*Thursday*
👥 Vipo Meet-up
Description: Bengaluru’s longest running board gaming meetup group!
📍 Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 6 PM
*Friday*
🃏Poker Face (Friendly Poker Games)
Description: Show off your poker face in a friendly, no-stakes poker night!
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 7 PM
🧠 Trivial Pursuit* (Trivia Night)
Description: Test your wits at Trivia Night-fun, friends, and epic questions await!
📍Now Boarding, HSR | 8.30 PM
*Saturday*
👑Bengaluru Shasn Showdown
Description: Step up to the board and prove that you’re ‘The Ultimate Political Mastermind!’
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 12 PM
*Sunday*
👑Bengaluru Shasn Showdown
Description: Step up to the board and prove that you’re ‘The Ultimate Political Mastermind!’
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 12 PM
🧩 Pieceful Sundays
Description: Solve jigsaw puzzles and bring pretty pictures to life.
📍 Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 1 PM
Get ready for an epic day of strategy, depth, and intense board game battles! 🎯
Feel free to join us for any of these awesome events. See you at the tables! 🙌
Link is in the bio
#nowboardingcafe #weeklyevents #gameweek #boardgamesbangalore
*Thursday*
👥 Vipo Meet-up
Description: Bengaluru’s longest running board gaming meetup group!
📍 Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 6 PM
*Friday*
🃏Poker Face (Friendly Poker Games)
Description: Show off your poker face in a friendly, no-stakes poker night!
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 7 PM
🧠 Trivial Pursuit* (Trivia Night)
Description: Test your wits at Trivia Night-fun, friends, and epic questions await!
📍Now Boarding, HSR | 8.30 PM
*Saturday*
👑Bengaluru Shasn Showdown
Description: Step up to the board and prove that you’re ‘The Ultimate Political Mastermind!’
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 12 PM
*Sunday*
👑Bengaluru Shasn Showdown
Description: Step up to the board and prove that you’re ‘The Ultimate Political Mastermind!’
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 12 PM
🧩 Pieceful Sundays
Description: Solve jigsaw puzzles and bring pretty pictures to life.
📍 Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 1 PM
Get ready for an epic day of strategy, depth, and intense board game battles! 🎯
Feel free to join us for any of these awesome events. See you at the tables! 🙌
Link is in the bio
#nowboardingcafe #weeklyevents #gameweek #boardgamesbangalore


Your favorite board game just walked up to your table, ready to play!
All that’s left is for you to roll the dice, make your move, and dive into endless fun.
#gamenight #roll play win #gamewalking #boardgamesfun #nowboardingcafe
All that’s left is for you to roll the dice, make your move, and dive into endless fun.
#gamenight #roll play win #gamewalking #boardgamesfun #nowboardingcafe


🔥 BENGALURU SHASN SHOWDOWN IS HERE! 🔥
Do you have what it takes to strategize, negotiate, and outplay your rivals in the ultimate political board game?
🏛️♟️ Prove your skills and become the Ultimate Political Mastermind!
⚡ Qualifiers: Feb 8-9, 2025
⚡ Finale: Feb 15, 2025
⚡ Time: 12 PM onwards
⚡ Venue: Now Boarding Café (Terminal 2), HSR Layout
⚡ Prize Pool: ₹10,000! 💰🎉
💬 Comment your favorite ideologue & get the registration link in your DM!
Spots are limited—register now! 🚀
#shasnshowdown #boardgametournaments #nowboardingcafe #boardgamescafe
Do you have what it takes to strategize, negotiate, and outplay your rivals in the ultimate political board game?
🏛️♟️ Prove your skills and become the Ultimate Political Mastermind!
⚡ Qualifiers: Feb 8-9, 2025
⚡ Finale: Feb 15, 2025
⚡ Time: 12 PM onwards
⚡ Venue: Now Boarding Café (Terminal 2), HSR Layout
⚡ Prize Pool: ₹10,000! 💰🎉
💬 Comment your favorite ideologue & get the registration link in your DM!
Spots are limited—register now! 🚀
#shasnshowdown #boardgametournaments #nowboardingcafe #boardgamescafe


🔥 BENGALURU SHASN SHOWDOWN IS HERE! 🔥
Think you have what it takes to outmaneuver, outwit, and outplay your opponents in the ultimate battle of political strategy? 🏛️♟️
This is your shot at becoming the Ultimate Political Mastermind!
⚡ QUALIFIERS: 8 Feb 2025
⚡ FINALE: 9 Feb 2025
⚡ TIME: 12 PM onwards
⚡ VENUE: Now Boarding Cafe (Terminal 2), HSR Layout
⚡ PRIZE POOL WORTH ₹10,000! 💰🎉
💬 Comment with your favorite ideologue to get the registration link in your DM.
Spots are limited—secure yours now! 🚀
#shasnshowdown #boardgametournaments #nowboardingcafe
@shasnthegame
Think you have what it takes to outmaneuver, outwit, and outplay your opponents in the ultimate battle of political strategy? 🏛️♟️
This is your shot at becoming the Ultimate Political Mastermind!
⚡ QUALIFIERS: 8 Feb 2025
⚡ FINALE: 9 Feb 2025
⚡ TIME: 12 PM onwards
⚡ VENUE: Now Boarding Cafe (Terminal 2), HSR Layout
⚡ PRIZE POOL WORTH ₹10,000! 💰🎉
💬 Comment with your favorite ideologue to get the registration link in your DM.
Spots are limited—secure yours now! 🚀
#shasnshowdown #boardgametournaments #nowboardingcafe
@shasnthegame


🏰 Ever wondered what it feels like to be a medieval lord crafting the perfect estate? Enter CASTLES OF BURGUNDY - the game that turns resource management into pure strategic bliss!
This masterpiece of board game design has us building, trading, and plotting our way through ancient France, where every decision feels like it could make or break your noble dynasty. From shipping goods down the river to carefully placing those hexagonal tiles *just right*, each turn is a delicious puzzle that'll keep you coming back for more!
What makes it legendary? Those satisfying chain reactions when your careful planning pays off, the multiple paths to victory (workers? shipping? animals? YES.), and that perfect balance of luck and strategy that keeps you on your toes. Plus, that moment when you complete a region and score those sweet, sweet bonus points? *chef's kiss*
🎲 Quick Stats:
Player count: 2-4 Players
Time to play: 60-90 mins
Weight: Medium (BGG : 2.98/5)
Our Rating: 4.5/5 ⭐
Whether you're a seasoned euro gamer or ready to level up from gateway games, this is THE strategy game that deserves a spot in your collection. Trust us, once you start placing those hexes, you won't want to stop!
#boardgames #castlesofburgundy #tabletopgames #boardgamegeek #strategygames #eurogames #gamenight #nowboardingcafe #BoardGameCafe
This masterpiece of board game design has us building, trading, and plotting our way through ancient France, where every decision feels like it could make or break your noble dynasty. From shipping goods down the river to carefully placing those hexagonal tiles *just right*, each turn is a delicious puzzle that'll keep you coming back for more!
What makes it legendary? Those satisfying chain reactions when your careful planning pays off, the multiple paths to victory (workers? shipping? animals? YES.), and that perfect balance of luck and strategy that keeps you on your toes. Plus, that moment when you complete a region and score those sweet, sweet bonus points? *chef's kiss*
🎲 Quick Stats:
Player count: 2-4 Players
Time to play: 60-90 mins
Weight: Medium (BGG : 2.98/5)
Our Rating: 4.5/5 ⭐
Whether you're a seasoned euro gamer or ready to level up from gateway games, this is THE strategy game that deserves a spot in your collection. Trust us, once you start placing those hexes, you won't want to stop!
#boardgames #castlesofburgundy #tabletopgames #boardgamegeek #strategygames #eurogames #gamenight #nowboardingcafe #BoardGameCafe


Here’s the lineup of exciting events happening at Now Boarding this week! 🎲🧩
*Wednesday*
🧩 Piece it Together (Jigsaw Puzzles)
Description: A night of fun and teamwork with puzzles and laughter.
📍 Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 6 PM
*Thursday*
👥 Vipo Meet-up
Description: Bengaluru’s longest running board gaming meetup group!
📍 Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 6 PM
*Friday*
🃏Poker Face (Friendly Poker Games)
Description: Show off your poker face in a friendly, no-stakes poker night!
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 7 PM
🧠 Trivial Pursuit* (Trivia Night)
Description: Test your wits at Trivia Night-fun, friends, and epic questions await!
📍Now Boarding, Jayanagar | 8 PM
*Saturday*
☄️Board Game Playtest
Description: Perfect for game enthusiasts to
explore, play, and connect.
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 3.30 PM
🔪Blood on the Clocktower
Description: A night of strategy and medieval horror-themed gameplay.
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 8.30 PM
*Sunday*
🌊 The Unmatched Arena (Tournament)
Description: Participate in the epic board game tournament and win ₹6,000.
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 12 PM
*Additional*
🌟Strategic Board Meeting
Description: Unleash your competitive spirit at our board game meet-up, where fun & strategy collide.
📍 Now Boarding, Jayanagar | 6 PM
(Thursday - 30 Jan)
Get ready for an epic day of strategy, depth, and intense board game battles! 🎯
Feel free to join us for any of these awesome events. See you at the tables! 🙌
Link is in the bio
#nowboardingcafe #weeklyevents #gameweek #boardgamesbangalore
*Wednesday*
🧩 Piece it Together (Jigsaw Puzzles)
Description: A night of fun and teamwork with puzzles and laughter.
📍 Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 6 PM
*Thursday*
👥 Vipo Meet-up
Description: Bengaluru’s longest running board gaming meetup group!
📍 Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 6 PM
*Friday*
🃏Poker Face (Friendly Poker Games)
Description: Show off your poker face in a friendly, no-stakes poker night!
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 7 PM
🧠 Trivial Pursuit* (Trivia Night)
Description: Test your wits at Trivia Night-fun, friends, and epic questions await!
📍Now Boarding, Jayanagar | 8 PM
*Saturday*
☄️Board Game Playtest
Description: Perfect for game enthusiasts to
explore, play, and connect.
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 3.30 PM
🔪Blood on the Clocktower
Description: A night of strategy and medieval horror-themed gameplay.
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 8.30 PM
*Sunday*
🌊 The Unmatched Arena (Tournament)
Description: Participate in the epic board game tournament and win ₹6,000.
📍Now Boarding, HSR Layout | 12 PM
*Additional*
🌟Strategic Board Meeting
Description: Unleash your competitive spirit at our board game meet-up, where fun & strategy collide.
📍 Now Boarding, Jayanagar | 6 PM
(Thursday - 30 Jan)
Get ready for an epic day of strategy, depth, and intense board game battles! 🎯
Feel free to join us for any of these awesome events. See you at the tables! 🙌
Link is in the bio
#nowboardingcafe #weeklyevents #gameweek #boardgamesbangalore


Are you all about easy, fun games to unwind, or do you prefer a mix of skill and strategy?
Maybe you’re the mastermind who loves intense challenges that test every move. Whatever your vibe, there’s a board game waiting for you!
Which type of game brings your crew together? Let us know in the comments! 👇
#thisorthat #gamenight #boardgamefun #strategygames #playyourway #boardgamelover #nowboardingcafe
Maybe you’re the mastermind who loves intense challenges that test every move. Whatever your vibe, there’s a board game waiting for you!
Which type of game brings your crew together? Let us know in the comments! 👇
#thisorthat #gamenight #boardgamefun #strategygames #playyourway #boardgamelover #nowboardingcafe


Just taking the sign... board games over savings it is. 🎲💸 Priorities, right?
#boardgamelife #noregrets #nowboardingcafe #boardgamescafe #boardgamebangalore
#boardgamelife #noregrets #nowboardingcafe #boardgamescafe #boardgamebangalore


Welcome to the Board Game Hunger Games, where looks can be TOTALLY deceiving! 🔪
Four games enter, but who will survive the tabletop showdown? We've got the lineup that'll make your game night go from zero to CHAOS in 60 seconds:
• The innocent-looking strategy game that'll smile while plotting your total destruction 😇🗡️
• The sweet-faced classic that's secretly a tactical nightmare
• The cute game that's actually... wait, is it plotting world domination?
• The intense game that looks like it bench-presses strategy guides for breakfast 💪
Swipe to see our board game alignment chart - part adorable, part apocalyptic, 100% unpredictable!
Who's bringing the snacks? Who's bringing the strategy? WHO'S BRINGING THE DRAMA? 🔥🎮
#BoardGameBattles #gamenightgonewild #CinnamonRollOrKiller #NowBoardingCafe #BoardGameCafe
Four games enter, but who will survive the tabletop showdown? We've got the lineup that'll make your game night go from zero to CHAOS in 60 seconds:
• The innocent-looking strategy game that'll smile while plotting your total destruction 😇🗡️
• The sweet-faced classic that's secretly a tactical nightmare
• The cute game that's actually... wait, is it plotting world domination?
• The intense game that looks like it bench-presses strategy guides for breakfast 💪
Swipe to see our board game alignment chart - part adorable, part apocalyptic, 100% unpredictable!
Who's bringing the snacks? Who's bringing the strategy? WHO'S BRINGING THE DRAMA? 🔥🎮
#BoardGameBattles #gamenightgonewild #CinnamonRollOrKiller #NowBoardingCafe #BoardGameCafe
