{"id":17048,"date":"2024-02-01T15:32:48","date_gmt":"2024-02-01T20:32:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/?p=17048"},"modified":"2025-02-19T16:07:49","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T21:07:49","slug":"infinite-adventures-await-delving-into-the-vibrant-world-of-tabletop-gaming-at-hpu-libraries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/2024\/02\/01\/infinite-adventures-await-delving-into-the-vibrant-world-of-tabletop-gaming-at-hpu-libraries\/","title":{"rendered":"Infinite Adventures Await: Delving into the Vibrant World of Tabletop Gaming at HPU Libraries\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Smith Library at High Point University houses an impressive array of board games and roleplaying games, establishing itself as a haven for tabletop gaming enthusiasts across campus. From timeless classic <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/search?queryString=su:%20Board%20games&amp;sortKey=BEST_MATCH&amp;subscope=wz:4989::sz:33271&amp;format=Game&amp;clusterResults=true&amp;expandSearch=true&amp;translateSearch=false&amp;groupVariantRecords=false&amp;databaseList=143,1672,239,2626,283,638\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">board games<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> to immersive RPG experiences like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/search?queryString=%22Wizards%20of%20the%20Coast%22&amp;expandSearch=true&amp;translateSearch=false&amp;databaseList=143%2C1672%2C239%2C2626%2C283%2C638&amp;clusterResults=true&amp;groupVariantRecords=false&amp;subformat=Book%3A%3Abook_printbook&amp;changedFacet=format\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dungeons &amp; Dragons<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, our collection caters to many tastes and interests.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-17077\" src=\"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/Students-at-Game-Night-2-240x300.jpg\" alt=\"Students at Game Night 2\" width=\"240\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/Students-at-Game-Night-2-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/Students-at-Game-Night-2.jpg 725w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px\" \/>But we&#8217;re more than just a repository of games\u2014Smith Library hosts regular game nights, providing students with opportunities to unwind, forge connections, and discover new games in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. These events foster a sense of community and camaraderie among players of all backgrounds.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Moreover, our Tabletop Tuesdays, held every other week during the semester, offer dedicated time for students to indulge in their love for tabletop gaming. Whether engaging in competitive board game showdowns or embarking on epic RPG adventures, Tabletop Tuesdays provide a dynamic and engaging platform for students to immerse themselves in their favorite games.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Yet, amidst the excitement of gameplay, have you ever stopped to ponder the intriguing history behind board games and roleplaying games? These ancient pastimes have woven a captivating narrative that spans centuries and cultures, offering profound insights into the societal, cultural, and technological contexts of their eras. Far more than mere sources of amusement, tabletop games serve as reflective mirrors, capturing the essence of their times and inviting players to explore immersive experiences across various landscapes of human history.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">History<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-17053\" src=\"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/01-senet-game-300x231.jpg\" alt=\"01 senet game\" width=\"152\" height=\"117\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/01-senet-game-300x231.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/01-senet-game-1024x787.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/01-senet-game-768x591.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/01-senet-game-1236x950.jpg 1236w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/01-senet-game-905x702.jpg 905w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/01-senet-game.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 152px) 100vw, 152px\" \/>In ancient civilizations such as Mesopotamia and Egypt, board games like Senet and the Royal Game of Ur emerged as early examples of structured gameplay. These games not only entertained but also served religious, educational, and even divinatory purposes, offering insights into the beliefs and values of ancient societies (Grunfeld, 1975).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17059 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/03-chess-300x195.jpg\" alt=\"03 chess\" width=\"206\" height=\"134\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/03-chess-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/03-chess-1024x666.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/03-chess-768x500.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/03-chess-685x445.jpg 685w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/03-chess.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 206px) 100vw, 206px\" \/>As civilizations evolved, so too did their games. Medieval Europe saw the rise of chess, a game of strategy and intellect that became a symbol of nobility and power (Harkness, 1967). Additionally, courtly pastimes and festivities incorporated elements of roleplaying, with masquerades and theatrical performances providing opportunities for individuals to adopt different personas and explore imaginative narratives.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-17062\" src=\"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/04-monopoly-300x159.jpg\" alt=\"04 monopoly\" width=\"300\" height=\"159\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/04-monopoly-300x159.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/04-monopoly-1024x544.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/04-monopoly-768x408.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/04-monopoly.jpg 1463w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>The advent of the industrial revolution in the 18th and 19th centuries brought about significant changes in the gaming landscape. Mass production techniques allowed for the widespread distribution of board games like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/1048602829\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Monopoly<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, Scrabble, and Clue, which became staples of family entertainment and popular culture (Grunfeld, 1975).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-17065\" src=\"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/05-dungeons-and-dragons-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"05 dungeons and dragons\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/05-dungeons-and-dragons-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/05-dungeons-and-dragons-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/05-dungeons-and-dragons-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/05-dungeons-and-dragons.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>However, it was not until the latter half of the 20th century that the modern tabletop gaming renaissance truly began. In 1974, Dungeons &amp; Dragons, created by Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson, revolutionized gaming with its innovative blend of storytelling, strategy, and character development. D&amp;D introduced the concept of collaborative storytelling, where players assumed the roles of characters within a shared narrative, paving the way for the roleplaying game genre (Peterson, 2012).\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-17068\" src=\"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/06-ticket-to-ride-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"06 ticket to ride\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/06-ticket-to-ride-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/06-ticket-to-ride-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/06-ticket-to-ride-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/06-ticket-to-ride-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/06-ticket-to-ride-1267x950.jpg 1267w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/06-ticket-to-ride-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/06-ticket-to-ride-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/06-ticket-to-ride.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>The late 20th and early 21st centuries witnessed a resurgence in board game design, marked by a wave of Euro-style games that emphasized strategy, resource management, and player interaction. Games like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/1280539414\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ticket to Ride<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/911500614\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Carcassonne<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> became beloved classics, appealing to a new generation of gamers with their elegant mechanics and immersive gameplay experiences (Donovan, 2017).\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In the digital age, tabletop games have embraced technology, with apps, augmented reality, and online platforms enhancing gameplay experiences and facilitating remote play, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/roll20.net\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Roll20<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Conclusion<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-17074\" src=\"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/Students-at-Game-Night-1-240x300.jpg\" alt=\"Students at Game Night 1\" width=\"169\" height=\"211\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/Students-at-Game-Night-1-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/library\/files\/2024\/02\/Students-at-Game-Night-1.jpg 725w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" \/>As we traverse the dynamic realm of tabletop gaming, one truth shines through: these games persist in enchanting players of all ages and backgrounds, providing not merely amusement but also avenues for social bonding, imaginative expression, and narrative exploration. With every dice roll and card flip, tabletop games beckon us to embark on an odyssey of exploration, fostering camaraderie and crafting lasting memories destined to echo through the annals of time.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&#8211;<strong>Blog post by Gerald Ward, Media &amp; Digital Services Librarian<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Resources<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cover, J. G. (2010). <em>The creation of narrative in tabletop role-playing games<\/em>. McFarland.\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/476156852\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/476156852<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559731&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Donovan, T. (2017). <em>It\u2019s all a game<\/em><\/span><em>: The history of board games from Monopoly to Settlers of C<\/em><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><em>atan<\/em>. Thomas Dunne Books. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/960239246\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/960239246<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Grunfeld, F. V. (1975). <em>Games of the world<\/em><\/span><em>: How to make them, how to play them, how they <\/em><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><em>came to be<\/em>. Holt, Rinehart and Winston. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/1502289\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/1502289<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Harkness, K., &amp; United States Chess Federation. (1967). <em>Official chess handbook<\/em>. D. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">McKay. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/728637\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/728637<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559731&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Harrigan, P., &amp; Wardrip-Fruin, N. (2009). <em>Third person: Authoring and exploring vast <\/em><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><em>narratives<\/em>. MIT Press. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/233813740\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/233813740<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559731&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Peterson, J. (2012). <em>Playing at the world: A history of simulating wars, people and fantastic <\/em><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><em>adventures, from chess to role-playing games<\/em>. Unreason Press.\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/808727087\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/808727087<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559731&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wardrip-Fruin, N., &amp; Harrigan, P. (2007).<em> Second Person: Role-playing and story in games <\/em><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><em>and playable media<\/em>. MIT Press. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/68712441\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/68712441<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559731&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Williams, J. P., Hendricks, S. Q., &amp; Winkler, W. K. (2006). <em>Gaming as Culture: Essays on <\/em><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><em>reality, identity and experience in fantasy games<\/em>. McFarland. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/63122794\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/63122794<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Witwer, M. (2015). <em>Empire of Imagination: Gary Gygax and the birth of Dungeons &amp; Dragons<\/em>. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bloomsbury USA, an imprint of Bloomsbury Publishing, Plc. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/908838677\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/hpulibraries.on.worldcat.org\/oclc\/908838677<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Smith Library at High Point University houses an impressive array of board games and roleplaying games, establishing itself as a haven for tabletop gaming enthusiasts across campus. 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