If you’ve ever had the opportunity to play with the Microsoft Surface you’ll know that the system in unique in many ways. It’s multi-touch, can detect physical items placed on it and interpret what they are, and it’s beautiful.
Having had an opportunity to play Chess and Checkers on one a few months ago, I immediately foresaw the possibilities of the Surface on gaming. Looks like I wasn’t the only one.
D&D on the Microsoft Surface from CrunchGear on Vimeo.
And that’s just D&D. Think about a Catan or Power Grid built for the Surface. The possibilities, the maps, the ability to implement alternative rules or use expansions all built into the system are endless. Add onto that the ability to continue using real dice, figurines, and meeples, well, I have to say I’m very excited about it.
Now if only I knew how to program, I’d be building my own collection tomorrow.
