10 Questions to Ask Before Finalizing Your Board Game Design
So you’ve built a playable prototype, tested it a few times, and refined your rules. Your game is working… mostly. But before we call it done, let’s take a step … Read More
The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Designing Your First Board Game
You’ve got a board game idea rattling around in your head, and now you’re ready to take it further. That’s where we come in. Whether this is your first attempt … Read More
What Makes a Board Game Fun? The Psychology of Engagement Explained
What makes players say, “Let’s play that again!” after finishing a game? As a game designer, it’s easy to focus on mechanics, balance, and theme—but fun is what brings people … Read More
Top 10 Streamlined Gaming Posts of the Past Year
It’s nice to be back making content for Streamlined Gaming, and I’ve loved creating content that helps game designers, educators, and hobbyists level up their game experiences. Whether you’re prototyping … Read More
How to Sell Your Board Game: Self-Publishing vs. Publishers and More
Bringing a board game idea to life is no small feat—but once your game is designed and tested, the next big question is: How do I actually sell this thing? … Read More
Deck-Building vs. Bag-Building: What’s the Difference and Which Should You Use in Your Game?
When designing a board game, choosing the right core mechanic can shape the entire player experience. Two of the most popular progression-based systems are deck-building and bag-building—and while they share … Read More
How to Name Your Board Game: 7 Tips for Crafting a Memorable Title
Naming your board game can feel like the final boss of the design process. You’ve nailed the mechanics, playtests went great—and now… the name. You want something catchy, clever, and … Read More
10 Famous Quotes That Will Instantly Improve Your Game Design
Great tabletop game design is part creativity, part persistence—and part learning from other smart brains. Sometimes, the best design advice doesn’t come from game designers at all. It comes from … Read More
Best Tabletop Games for Game Designers to Study (And Why They Matter)
If you’re serious about becoming a better game designer, there’s no better classroom than your own gaming table. Studying published games (especially ones that have stood the test of time) … Read More
5 Common Game Design Mistakes New Board Game Designers Make (And How to Avoid Them)
So you want to design your own game? Whether it’s a card game, board game, or digital prototype, jumping into game design is both exciting and challenging. But if you’re … Read More