Playtesting ensures that your board game is balanced, engaging, and free of ambiguities or confusing mechanics. However, finding reliable board game playtesters can be challenging, especially for new designers without an established network. 1. Understand the Role of Playtesters Playtesters are individuals who interact with your game to provide feedback […]

Board game creators often focus on artwork, gameplay, manufacturing, and logistics. But one crucial aspect is frequently overlooked: product insurance. Is it necessary? What risks does it cover? Is the cost justified for a relatively low-risk consumer product like board games? What Is Product Insurance? Product insurance (often called Product

BoardGameGeek (BGG) is the world’s largest and most influential board game community. With millions of monthly visitors, thousands of active reviewers, and a huge library of user-generated content, BGG is the place where tabletop enthusiasts discover, discuss, rate, and buy board games. For board game designers and publishers, successfully promoting

Creating a card game is an exciting endeavor, but one of the most crucial decisions a game designer faces is determining the right deck size. Deck size directly influences game balance, playtime, strategic depth, and overall player experience. A deck that is too small can feel repetitive and restrictive, while

A great rulebook is one of the most important yet often underestimated components of a successful board game. It is the bridge between your creative vision and the player experience. Even the most brilliantly designed game can fall flat if the rules are confusing, incomplete, or difficult to reference. Conversely,

Today’s three common board game platforms: Tabletopia, Tabletop Simulator (TTS), and Board Game Arena (BGA), each take a different approach to recreating the tabletop experience. Quick Summary & Comparison Tabletopia — a polished 3D sandbox with publisher-backed content and optional premium access; great for realistic pieces and publishers’ official setups.

Color is one of the fastest, most powerful signals a board game designer can use: it directs attention, communicates state, separates teams, and adds emotional tone. But color is not universal. A non-trivial portion of players see color differently — and if your design relies solely on color to convey

A well-designed board game is not only about gameplay mechanics—it is about presentation, clarity, usability, and the tangible experience that each component provides. Below is an in-depth look at what a modern board game should include, why each component matters, and how it enhances the overall experience. 1. Game Box

When designing or manufacturing a board game, choosing the right material is just as important as crafting engaging gameplay. The materials determine the game’s durability, cost, aesthetics, sustainability, and overall player experience. Board games commonly rely on five major categories of materials: paper/cardboard, plastics, wood, metal, and fabrics. 1. Paper