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Tabletop gaming is thriving in Singapore, with over 9,000 enthusiasts gathering at TableCon Quest 2025 to enjoy board games, collectible card games, and miniature war games. The event showcased the diversity of offline gaming, from fast-paced card battles to strategy-heavy war simulations with hand-painted miniatures.
Collectible card games remain a major draw, with Bushiroad’s titles such as Cardfight!! Vanguard leading the market. At the Bushiroad Expo and Card Game Festival, 2,000 players competed for rare cards. The PokΓ©mon Trading Card Game continues to be a lucrative niche, with rare cards fetching thousands of dollars, and some traders treating it as an alternative investment.
Beyond cards, Singapore’s tabletop scene spans passionate communities. Historical war gamer Saffarudin Bin Osman organizes monthly sessions through Wargames Singapore, drawing mostly older players returning to the hobby after decades. Meanwhile, indie creators like IT project manager Situ Jianle use events to showcase original games like Spirit War, designed for casual, time-conscious players.
Fantasy miniature games also have a foothold. Conquest by Para Bellum Games offers a cheaper alternative to the dominant Warhammer 40K, attracting around 30–40 active Singapore players and serving as a Southeast Asia hub. Though still niche compared to Games Workshop, Conquest caters to players seeking fresh fantasy themes.
The pandemic accelerated interest in offline play, as players sought social interaction. Communities such as #laiplayleow have since grown, hosting events with F&B outlets and tourism boards while promoting local game designers. Ultimately, Singapore’s tabletop ecosystem thrives not only on nostalgia and competition but also on creativity, community, and the appeal of unplugged, face-to-face gaming.
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Hardcore communities FTW!
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