Born from the love of a bear and a goose—Josh and Kenzi—Pooka's Lair began its journey in 2019. What started as a simple passion project soon found its footing and grew, becoming a dedicated video game club in 2020. This was a crucial time, as the world navigated the COVID-19 lockdown, and Pooka's Lair provided a much-needed virtual space for around 8 members to connect and game together.
The community's ambition grew in 2021 when a bold attempt was made to launch a social media platform akin to YouTube. While this venture ultimately didn't succeed, the group's resilience shone through as they returned to their roots as a video game club, now with 12 dedicated members. The spirit of exploration continued in 2022 with a foray into the world of tabletop gaming. A post-apocalyptic zombie-themed RPG was a fun, though not entirely successful, adventure.
The core identity of Pooka's Lair as a video game community remained strong. The following years saw them dabbling in video game development, conceptualizing ideas, and even creating concept demos. This creative spark, while eventually put on hold, showcased the community's passion and diverse talents. The community continued to grow, reaching 15 members.
Now, in 2025, Pooka's Lair is embarking on its most ambitious chapter yet. A full revamp is underway to redefine its image and mission. The goal is to cultivate a tight-knit, friendly community—always welcoming new members—and to provide valuable services, starting with free Game Servers and eventually offering paid options. The ultimate vision is to one day offer digital and physical products, extending the Pooka's Lair experience to its members and the wider world. The future is bright for Pooka's Lair, a testament to the enduring power of friendship, passion, and community.
November Update
01NOV25
Time flies—it's November!
We're completing our structural shift by removing the old development pages for general programming and video game creation. This is a final, decisive step to ensure Pooka's Lair remains a community-first space. Moving forward, we're broadening our events—Pooka won't be the only one running the show!
What does that mean for you? We'll be doing more of what you love: playing video games, recording/posting videos, and channeling all our development energy into our exciting new venture, Shelled TCG (a working title you can follow in the navigation).
The Trading Card Game development has ramped up substantially, and we're incredibly proud of what we're building.
Come be a part of it! Join our Discord to hang out, play games with us, and follow the progress!
Pooka's Lair is a vibrant community hub, and to keep our magic alive, we rely on your generous donations! Your contributions directly support essential server upkeep, ensuring our online spaces remain stable and accessible for everyone. They also fund materials for exciting new projects, allowing us to continuously innovate and expand our offerings. We believe in fair compensation, so donations help with payments for the valuable services of the talented individuals who contribute to Pooka's Lair. Furthermore, your support covers crucial website upkeep and takes care of necessary legal expenses, ensuring Pooka's Lair can continue to thrive and serve its community for years to come. Every little bit helps us maintain this cherished space!