Where do guys who are uncomfortable with the gay scene meet other guys to play?
Well, that's the Catch-22 for blue collar gay guys, and others who are not really into gay bars and twinkies... The gay scene is, by definition, where the gay men are. There are plenty of bi, bi-curious, and inexperienced gay men who are "vaguely" looking, but you are unlikely to find them except by chance.
There are some places, however, where men interested in meeting men congregate who are less traditionally out. There are quite a few bear gatherings for those who like that. In New York there are a host of volunteer agencies that all sorts of men work for, but I notice their motive is not always entirely altruistic. Perhaps there are some in your area, also. And, though I hesitate to mention it 'cause it is quite controversial, there are gay men's church groups associated with the Episcopal ( for the untortured) and Catholic (for the tortured
) Churches and several other mainline Christian and reformed Jewish congregations. If you are religious, those can be good options, but they are not worth your time if you are not.
All in all, however, because it is the only place that the curious know about, the gay scene is where beginners congregate. If you want the folks who are less into it, look around the edges.