Insights on board game design, pedagogy, and the world of games by Máté Lencse
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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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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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 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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Discover the inspiration behind 13 published board games. From rolling kiwis to falling leaves, see where game design ideas originate.
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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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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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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 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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