What the group is actually like
We've been meeting most Saturdays for a few years. The group started because Jerry wanted a consistent place to play the kinds of games he loves — ones that reward thinking, planning, and occasionally a bit of negotiation — with people who share that interest. Las Cruces turned out to have a lot of those people.
The group is organized by Jerry Prochazka, who runs Strategy & The Machine, an AI consulting practice serving Las Cruces and El Paso, and founded vVv Gaming, the first LGBTQ+-founded esports organization.
The whole group sits down to play the same game together. The vibe is friendly and low-pressure. Nobody's going to make you feel bad for a bad move, and we're happy to teach. But we do take the games seriously — if you're not engaged, you'll feel it.
We meet at a dedicated game room in an estate home in the Picacho Mountain subdivision. It's a good space for this kind of game.
See where you'd be playing
Heavy, complex, worth your time
These are the games we return to. You don't need to know all of them — we teach — but knowing a few helps set expectations.
The grand epic of board gaming. Galactic empires competing for control of the galaxy. Sessions run all day and every one is a story.
Westeros politics and warfare. Alliances form and break, and trust is always a liability.
One of the greatest strategy games ever designed. Guide your civilization from antiquity to the modern era through cards and careful planning.
Deck-building and worker placement in the Dune universe. Rich theme, tight decisions, and real tension at the table.
A sweeping World War II strategy game played across a massive map. Demands coordination, planning, and nerve.
Build a civilization from a single settlement through exploration, city development, and cultural advances.
Medieval conflict with heavy emphasis on politics and faction maneuvering. A group favorite.
Cooperative investigation in Lovecraftian New England. Deck-building meets narrative-driven horror.
Be honest with yourself
Good fit
- You're an adult looking for a dedicated weekly game group
- You enjoy long, complex strategy games
- You can commit to a full Saturday session
- You're engaged and present at the table
- You're fine being taught new games
- You handle losing well and winning graciously
- LGBTQ+ friendly, no drama
Not a fit
- You frequently cancel last-minute
- You prefer lighter, shorter games
- You're not comfortable with competitive dynamics
- You have cats (allergy concern at the venue)
Before you apply
Is there a board game group in Las Cruces, NM?
Yes. A weekly heavy strategy board game group meets most Saturdays 10 AM–4 PM in the Picacho Mountain area of Las Cruces, NM. Games include Twilight Imperium 4e, Dune: Imperium, Through the Ages, A Game of Thrones 2e, War Room, and more. Free to join.
What games does the Saturday group play?
The group plays heavy strategy board games including Twilight Imperium 4e, A Game of Thrones 2e, Through the Ages, Dune: Imperium – Uprising, War Room, Clash of Cultures, Burning Banners, and Arkham Horror: The LCG.
Do I need experience to join the board game group?
No prior experience with these specific games is required — the group is happy to teach. However, some familiarity with modern strategy games is helpful. The group takes the games seriously even if the vibe is friendly and low-pressure.
How do I join the Las Cruces board game group?
Submit an application at lascrucestabletopgaming.com/saturday.html. The group will review it and reach out to schedule a quick call. If it's a good fit on both sides, we'll invite you to a trial session. The group is free to join.
Is the board game group LGBTQ+ friendly?
Yes. The Saturday strategy board game group in Las Cruces is explicitly LGBTQ+ friendly.
How long are Saturday game sessions?
Sessions run from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM — a full six-hour afternoon. Most of the games played are designed to fill that kind of session.
Where does the board game group meet?
The group meets in a dedicated game room at an estate home in the Picacho Mountain area of Las Cruces, New Mexico. Exact address is provided after the application process.
Interested? Tell us about yourself.
We'll review your application and reach out to schedule a quick call. If it's a good fit on both sides, we'll invite you to a trial session.