About Gaming Library
Gaming Library (commonly abbreviated as GL) is a Philippine tabletop gaming retailer, publisher, and community organization specializing in modern board games, card games, role-playing games (RPGs), tabletop accessories, and organized play. Founded in 2011, the company has become one of the country’s most recognizable brands in the tabletop gaming industry, combining retail, publishing, education, and community events to promote board gaming as both entertainment and a learning experience.1
The company operates both physical stores and an e-commerce platform, offering hundreds of local and international tabletop titles. In addition to retail, Gaming Library organizes tournaments, game nights, educational activities, and large-scale conventions such as All aBOARD Expo, helping expand the tabletop gaming community throughout the Philippines.1
History
Gaming Library was established in 2011 with the goal of making modern board games more accessible to Filipino families, hobbyists, and newcomers. Rather than functioning solely as a game retailer, the company positioned itself as a community hub where people could discover, learn, and experience tabletop games before purchasing them.1
As interest in tabletop gaming grew in the Philippines, Gaming Library expanded its offerings to include:
- International board games
- Philippine editions of popular games
- Tabletop accessories
- Role-playing games
- Community events
- Organized tournaments
- Educational gaming initiatives
The company also became involved in publishing and distributing localized editions of board games designed specifically for the Philippine market.1
Mission and Vision
According to the company, Gaming Library’s vision is:
“Bringing People Together Through Board Gaming.”
Its mission emphasizes:
- Strengthening family relationships
- Encouraging learning through play
- Developing critical thinking skills
- Making board games effective educational tools in addition to entertainment
Philosophy
Gaming Library promotes three core values:
Education
The company aims to educate customers about board gaming, helping them understand different game genres, mechanics, and suitable choices before making a purchase.
Service
Gaming Library emphasizes customer support before, during, and after every transaction.
Fellowship
Instead of viewing customers merely as buyers, Gaming Library describes its community as members of a larger gaming family, encouraging friendships through organized events and shared gaming experiences.
Products and Services
Gaming Library offers a wide range of tabletop gaming products, including:
Board Games
Its catalog includes:
- Strategy games
- Family games
- Party games
- Cooperative games
- Eurogames
- Abstract games
- Solo games
Card Games
The company carries collectible, competitive, and casual card games suitable for different player groups.
Role-Playing Games
Gaming Library distributes:
- RPG rulebooks
- Dice sets
- RPG accessories
- Campaign materials
Accessories
Its accessory lineup includes:
- Premium card sleeves
- Dice
- Metal coins
- Storage solutions
- Playmats
- Gaming organizers
Puzzles
Gaming Library also sells jigsaw puzzles and puzzle-related products.
Publishing
Gaming Library serves as a publisher and exclusive Philippine distributor for selected tabletop games. Several titles have been translated, localized, or adapted for Filipino audiences under the company’s Philippine Edition label. These localized releases often include Filipino themes, artwork, or cultural references while maintaining the original gameplay.
Community Activities
Community building is one of Gaming Library’s primary focuses. The company regularly hosts:
- Open game nights
- Learn-to-play sessions
- Board game demonstrations
- Competitive tournaments
- Hobby meetups
- Family gaming events
These activities are designed to introduce newcomers to modern tabletop games while providing experienced players opportunities to compete and socialize.1
All aBOARD Expo
One of Gaming Library’s flagship events is All aBOARD Expo, one of the largest tabletop gaming conventions in the Philippines. The event typically features:
- New board game releases
- Product launches
- Tournaments
- Live demonstrations
- Workshops
- Exhibitors
- Community activities
- Special promotions
The expo attracts board game enthusiasts, publishers, retailers, designers, and content creators from across the country.
Educational Advocacy
Gaming Library promotes board games as educational tools capable of developing:
- Critical thinking
- Strategic planning
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Creativity
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
This educational focus distinguishes the brand from retailers that primarily emphasize product sales.
Customer Experience
Gaming Library encourages customers to discover games through guided recommendations, demonstrations, and organized play sessions. The company categorizes many of its games by player count, complexity, and experience level, helping beginners find titles that match their interests while allowing experienced players to explore more advanced games.
Brand Identity
Gaming Library markets itself as more than a retail business, presenting itself as:
- A board game store
- A learning center
- A gaming community
- An event organizer
- A tabletop publisher
- A social space for families and hobbyists
Its branding centers on making tabletop gaming accessible, educational, and community-driven.1
See Also
- Modern board games
- Tabletop gaming
- Role-playing games (RPGs)
- Board game publishing
- Tabletop conventions in the Philippines
