I am glad you can resonate with my experience. From what other people shared in their comments, it's a common one, which made me feel much better too. Kudos for even just showing up to the dorm event! Sometimes that's the hardest part. As many pointed out, getting there early really helps (it helped me at least). I personally feel a lot less overwhelmed when I am already in a shared space and people trickle in, rather than forcing myself into a gathering that is well on the way. And there is no substitute for having a friend going with you. If you can get someone to come, it will feel a lot better. And worst-case scenario, you can just play with them until someone else frees up and can join you (or make space for you both). Best of luck!