Bonus Episode 26: Play for Fun or Play to Win?

“When you sit down at the table—are you playing for fun, or playing to win?” 🎲

Every gamer has their “why” when they sit down at the table. For some, it’s about laughs, connection, and enjoying the journey. For others, it’s about the challenge, the thrill of competition, and the sweet satisfaction of victory.

In this bonus episode of BPPP, hosts Christina, and Kevin sit down with David Waybright from Man vs Meeple and dig into the age-old question: Do you play for fun, or do you play to win? Along the way, they share personal stories from game nights gone sideways (or spectacularly right), explore how competition shifts group dynamics, and debate whether fun and winning are really at odds—or if they might actually go hand in hand.

Whether you’re a casual gamer or a die-hard strategist, this conversation will get you thinking about your own playstyle—and maybe even how it shapes the people you love gaming with most.