The word “meeple” is is a melding of the words “my” and “people” and usually refers to a board game game piece that represents each unique player. The term was invented in 2000 by Alison Hansel when describing the pieces from the game Carcassonne.

Board Game News

We’re in a golden age of tabletop games, but that can make it hard to keep up with everything that’s happening in the hobby. Worry not — Meeple Mountain has got your back!

Below you’ll find news and announcements from the world of tabletop gaming as well as hyperlocal information from Nashville, the birthplace of Meeple Mountain.

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2020 Call For RPG Content Contributors

January 20, 2020

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Meeple Mountain needs your help! We’re looking for passionate RPG gamers to join our team and help us to refine our voice. Join the Meeple Mountain Adventuring Party today!

2019 Fall Call for Contributors

August 16, 2019

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Meeple Mountain needs your help! We’re looking for passionate board gamers to join our team and help us to refine our voice.

Registration for Nashville Tabletop Day 2019 is Now Open!

March 27, 2019

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Reading Time: 2 minutesStarted in 2016 Nashville Tabletop Day has become a staple of the Nashville gaming community. It’s a flagship event for Meeple Mountain which draws record crowds for this free yearly event. Our 2018...