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Here's Jami and Jamie getting their potato sack race on. Photo by Ian Mullen

We hosted a game night reception so it could be more interactive for everyone. We bought most of the prizes on sale, nearing $200, but still saved a lot by not hiring a DJ or band, which comes with an added cost of a dance floor and lights.

That quote from Jami and Jamie's backyard game night wedding inspired me to put together a roundup of great games that you can play at your wedding. Ready, set, GO!

Melanie and Chris are awesome nerds to the core and held their wedding in Bangor, Maine. It had a bowling alley, an arcade, pool tables, and a tropical-themed bar. Their own personal touches included a Pac-Man cake and cookies, personalized "O.G.: Original Gamer" bowling shirts, Monopoly guest book, and a Princess Peach program.

This wedding wasn't about dancing or put-on formality. Instead, it was about good old fashioned FUN and a whole lot of games. One of the main events was having all the guests help build a Rube Goldberg machine! Also included: a pop quiz about the couple, homemade cookies and milk, a ceremony officiated by "The Rev for Whatev," jump ropes, giant dominoes, and tons of toys.

Gamers, designers, and chefs to the core, these two knew what they each could contribute to their homage to geekery and capitalized on it for excellent DIY. Combining very rational vows with funny vows was the key to making sure their guests knew just who they are and what they mean to each other. So take a peek at this gamer wedding with some really good advice on using online vendors!

This pair likes the outdoors, so having an open air ceremony was key. The other requirements? Games, kid-friendly food, and FUN! Plus, the bride's papa saw her grandmother's dress for the first time in 50 years because she was wearing it! D'aww! Other than a ring bearer with stage fright and a minor keg tapping setback, everyone went according to plan.

Video games, gaming conventions, board games… you get the idea. These people like to game! Their Skyped-in bridesmaid, hand-screen printed ties, and Skittles toast were the icing on this geektastic cake. Plus, the bride shares some sage advice for those who choose to sew their own wedding gowns.

Party games, a candy buffet, DIY elephant signs, and a topsy-turvy cake! This cocktail party-style wedding had as much fun as a carnival. You'll love their choice of music as well — the Portal theme, Nine Inch Nails, and the A-Team theme!

A ruby red dress, a steampunk-inspired key theme, and a bunch of board games?! Add on some ultra elegance and crazy hat-wearing, snowball-fighting madness, and I'm sold.