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Getting Started with GatherRound

Welcome! Let's get you set up and finding games in no time.


What is GatherRound?

GatherRound is a platform that helps tabletop gamers connect in real life. Whether you're looking for a local D&D group, want to find Friday Night Magic events, or are searching for board game nights near you, GatherRound makes it easy to discover and join gaming events.


Creating Your Account

Sign Up

  1. Visit gatherround.com and click Sign Up
  2. Enter your email address and create a password
  3. Verify your email by clicking the link we send you
  4. Complete your profile setup

Profile Setup

During onboarding, you'll:

  • Choose your account type (Player/Host or Business)
  • Set your username and display name
  • Select your experience level
  • Pick your favorite games
  • Set your location (city)

Don't worry — you can always update these later!


Finding Events

Browse Events

  1. Click Events in the navigation
  2. Use filters to narrow your search:
    • Location: Search by city or use your current location
    • Distance: Filter by how far you're willing to travel
    • Game Type: Filter by category (TTRPGs, Card Games, etc.)
    • Date: Filter by when you're available

Discover on Home

Your home page shows:

  • Events Near You: Based on your location
  • Events from Friends: See what your connections are attending
  • Upcoming Events: Events you've RSVPed to

Joining Your First Event

  1. Find an event that interests you
  2. Click on the event to view details
  3. Click RSVP to request to join
  4. If the host requires approval, wait for confirmation
  5. Once approved, you'll get the full event details

What to Expect

  • Public events: Anyone can see basic details
  • Address visibility: Full address is typically revealed after RSVP approval
  • Communication: Use event comments to chat with other attendees

Quick Tips

  • Complete your profile — Hosts are more likely to approve RSVPs from users with complete profiles
  • Add your favorite games — Helps you find relevant events
  • Set your location — Enables "Events Near You" features
  • Read event descriptions carefully — They often contain important info about what to bring or expect

Next Steps

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