Insights on board game design, pedagogy, and the world of games by Máté Lencse
Almost a week ago, on the occasion of the Day of Hungarian Culture, a group of us—Hungarian game designers—gathered in an old building on the outskirts of...
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Once I've finished the entire series, I'd like to write about it in more detail, but for now, I've just started reading – I'm on the second volume – and I...
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Recently, during a game, one of the players got quite frustrated because I won, and they didn’t anticipate one of my moves. However, his wife—who I play...
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For years, board games have taken center stage on the last day and evening of the year. There were times when we hosted retro parties—like playing Hase und...
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I recently found myself in a very interesting environment: I was invited to join a community discussion on play (Stereo Akt). I can’t fully capture the...
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Although it's only November, I already know that no more board games of mine will be released this year, so I can take a moment to reflect. This year has been...
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Celebrating the release of my thirteenth board game. Reflections on game design, publishing, and the journey of a professional board game designer.
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When I get to know a new board game, I tend to look at it in three different ways, and often continue to do so even during casual play. Firstly, if the game is...
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I’ve never opened an exhibition before, but now I can check that off my list as well. At the request of Nestingplay, I had the opportunity to speak at an...
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Sky Team wins Spiel des Jahres! Discover why this cooperative two-player dice game deserves the award. Expert review from game designer Máté Lencse.
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