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Insights on board game design, pedagogy, and the world of games by Máté Lencse
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Máté Lencse
Professional Jealousy - Board Game Design
A game designer admits jealousy over Foxy and Trio, two brilliantly simple games he wishes he had made. Why simplicity still wins in modern board game design.
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An Introduction to an Exhibition
A board game designer reflects on opening an exhibition of works by Ukrainian refugee children, exploring why play is essential for learning and healing.
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(Sky) Team
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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Inspirations
Discover the inspiration behind 13 published board games. From rolling kiwis to falling leaves, see where game design ideas originate.
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Psychological Board Game
Designing a board game about sensitive topics like death, abuse, and grief for families. How play and humor can open doors to difficult conversations at home.
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Game Design as a University Project
University students with no board game experience created two promising card game prototypes tackling sociological issues in a semester-long design course.
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The Party - A Theatrical Board Game
A game designer enters the world of theater, creating a board game that becomes part of a live stage production. Where board games meet the performing arts.
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Pack O Game - The Tiniest Wonders
Pack O Game proves that great board games can fit in your pocket. A look at why these bubble-gum-sized card games represent true creativity and innovation.
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Robin and the Secret Recipe Book
A cooperative board game for ages five and up, based on a fairy tale book. Players hide a recipe book from an evil goblin in this family-friendly adventure.
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