Game Development at Tubby & Coo's

Our game development and play-testing program in partnership with the Unpublished Games Network (or Unpub) offers indie game designers an outlet for play-testing and feedback while developing games. Designing games has never been easier!

Fate of the Elder Gods
Mountains of Madness
Brew Crafters
First Martians3
First Martians2
Burke's Gambit2
Castles of Mad King Ludwig
Deep Sea Adventure
Board Gaming1
Viticulture
Splendor
Ticket to Ride

Enter Your game to be play-tested

Are you a game designer who is ready for your game to be play-tested? Would you like access to a group of board game enthusiasts who will give you constructive feedback? Click the link below to sign up to enter your game to be play-tested at one of our Unpub Mini Play-Testing events!

Sign Up to Have Your Game Play-Tested

We Support Game Development

We organize Unpub Mini events to help designers of unpublished games receive public play-tests and feedback.  All of our Unpub events are FREE and open to anyone who wishes to play games that are still in development. There is no fee to join, no fee to maintain, no fee to participate. All we ask of participants is that they provide constructive feedback to game designers. All we ask of game designers is to bring their games and be willing to accept constructive feedback.
 
Our hope is the same as Unpub’s: To create a stronger community of colleagues and friends in game design while promoting the creative projects of local/regional game designers and encouraging the improvement of their games through play-testing.

What is Unpub?

Founded in 2010 by John Moller, The Unpublished Games Network, called Unpub, is the hub for all information regarding the Unpub Network. The network is a growing community of game designers, publishers, players, retailers, and artists working towards the creation of new and unique tabletop games that will keep people entertained for generations to come!

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We are inclusive

We are a safe, inclusive space for gaymers and gamers alike. All genders, sexual orientations, races, creeds, cultures, professions, and walks of life are honored, respected, and welcome here. We are a judgment, criticism, and violence-free zone.

Exchange Your Games

Take advantage of our game trade program by bringing in your used board games in exchange for store credit! Similar to our used book exchange. Conditions apply. Click the words above for more info.

Food pop-ups & more

Be on the lookout for popups from local restaurants, food trucks, and coffee shops. We also offer snacks, soft drinks, and water for $1. We understand the need for sustenance while gaming!

Become a member

Join our Board Game Club for just $25 per year! Click the words above to join today.

200+ games available

From classics like Jumanji and Catan to strategy games like Agricola, our game library has something for everyone. Whether you're looking to play an in-depth strategy game or a quick, 10-minute time filler, we've got you covered!

Special Events

Check our events calendar for tabletop trivia, board game brunches, tournaments, demo days, monthly mixers, play testing days, makerspace days, and more! Members get discounts on special events.

Rotating Game Nights

Be on the lookout for us popping up at various local businesses for game nights. We're working on partnerships with breweries, coffee shops, and more to bring gaming directly to you!

Keep up with our gaming blog

Board game reviews, news, events, & more. Click the words above to read now.

View our Games

Click the button below to see our current list of in-house games. We plan to add new games often, so make sure to check back frequently for updates! COOPERATE. COMPETE. STRATEGIZE. PLAY.

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