Ever picked up a game component and didn’t know where to look first? That’s a hierarchy problem.
Hierarchy guides attention and tells players what matters most. When everything looks important, nothing is.
Good hierarchy = clarity. Bad hierarchy = confusion.
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Did you know the game Águeda is based on a real place? ☂️
Every year, Águeda, Portugal fills its streets with floating umbrellas in a massive art installation. It’s as cool as it sounds.
We teamed up with @25thcentury.games to help bring that same color and energy into the game. #agueda
Yeah... that one is really clean and helps the game concept thrive!
We did not do that one, but it is a very good visual representation of the games core concepts!
Do you know how important contrast is in design? 🌓 It’s what helps players read, process and play without friction.
In board games, poor contrast slows everything down. Strong contrast creates confidence.
Design should support the game, not fight it.
#BackToBasics #GameDesign #GraphicDesign
Campy Creatures has such a vibe honestly! It's really fun to look at these designs and compare them all.
In your opinion, which game has the BEST card layout and graphic design? What makes its design the best? 👇
A) Campy Creatures
B) Radlands
C) Disney Lorcana
D) Veil of Eternity
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Awesome!!! SO glad you joined us :)
it really does, doesn't it?! :)
Kicking off our #BackToBasics series with typography.
It’s not just picking a font. It’s how text is structured, spaced, and experienced.
In tabletop games, great typography makes gameplay intuitive. Poor typography creates friction.
Design for play, not just looks.
#GameDesign #GraphicDesign
Typography can make or break the player experience… and it’s one of the easiest things to overlook. Here's some quick hits:
1️⃣ ALL CAPS → use sparingly + add tracking
2️⃣ Stylized fonts → keep them out of body text
3️⃣ Low contrast → prioritize readability
#BoardGameDesign #Typography #GameDesign
Hoppy Easter 🐰🌸 Spring is all about color. Bright, playful palettes that feel fun, fresh and full of energy.
Take time this weekend to enjoy the little moments. Step outside, spend time with family and soak it all in.
Add a little more color to your world.
WOW... who knew you could cheat in a board game and get away with it 😜
We absolutely loved collaborating with @smirkanddagger.bsky.social on this game's logo and box cover designs. What a chaotic wild ride it was indeed.
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Matt is going LIVE in 5 minutes to talk moodboards! 😀 Jump into the chat and ask your questions... zurl.co/EGFwK
Are your graphic designs not 'clicking'? 👀 You might be skipping the foundation.
Matt is going live TOMORROW at 7PM EST on YouTube breaking down how to build mood boards that actually guide great design.
Link to YouTube here 👉 zurl.co/foNSw
What kind of character would you create if you stepped into a brand new RPG world?
Tunnels & Trolls: A New Age is LIVE on Kickstarter, already funded and still climbing. We had the chance to work with @rebellionunplugged.bsky.social on this one and it’s been awesome seeing it out in the wild.
Great Partners make Great Games.
We are so proud to have collaborated on 8 games nominated for Origins Awards this year.
Congratulations to our wonderful Clients on much deserved recognition.
#originsawards #boardgames #becreative
As the graphic desinger for Cubitos and Tiny Towns, this makes me sad to read.
There's a bunch of tools out there that do this. They're called "nesting tools". I use nestingcenter.com. It's great!
Mood boards save time.
It’s easier to react to references than to finished layouts.
Argue about vibes early — not after files are already built.
Looking for help with your tabletop project? We can help.
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#moodboards #graphicdesign #boardgames
Mood boards aren’t just Pinterest collages.
They’re visual alignment tools that help everyone agree on vibe before production starts.
If you skip this step, you’re designing blind.
Looking for help with your tabletop project? We can help.
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#moodboards #graphicdesign #boardgames
Game Design? Hmm...not sure. I have gamer friends in MTL. There's Luca Caltabiano who owns the Chez Geek store as well. He designs games!
Catching us at Essen Spiel 2025? Visit Paverson Games at booth 4-D200 and check out Luthier if you’re looking for an elegant euro about crafting instruments and perfecting your art! We are so proud to have collaborated on this with Paverson. #EssenSpiel #boardgames
If you’re heading to Essen Spiel 2025, stop by Pandasaurus Games at booth 2-C315 and check out Hacienda if you’re looking for a classic euro reborn—manage herds, trade, and territory! We are so proud to have collaborated on this with Pandasaurus. #EssenSpiel #boardgames
Will you be at Essen this year? Visit Pandasaurus Games at booth 2-C315 and check out Beasts if you’re looking for a tense, asymmetric hunt where predator meets prey! We are so proud to have collaborated on this with Pandasaurus. #EssenSpiel #boardgames
If you’re going to be at Essen Spiel this year, stop by Office Dog at booth 7-C111 and check out The Hobbit: There and Back Again if you’re looking for an epic journey through Middle-earth! We are so proud to have collaborated on this with Office Dog. #EssenSpiel #boardgames
Headed to Essen Spiel 2025? Stop by Bezier Games at booth 2-B510 and check out Haunted Mouse: Deluxe Edition if you’re looking for a cozy-creepy family game of tiny mice and spooky mansions! We are so proud to have collaborated on this with Bezier. #EssenSpiel #boardgames
Catching us at Essen this year? Drop by Allplay at booth 5-L415 and check out Wordsy if you’re looking for a fast-thinking word game that rewards bold vocabulary! We are so proud to have collaborated on this with Allplay. #EssenSpiel #boardgames
If you’re going to be at Essen Spiel 2025, stop by Allplay at booth 5-L415 and check out Twinkle Twinkle if you’re looking for a gentle abstract about crafting constellations and lighting the night sky! We are so proud to have collaborated on this with Allplay. #EssenSpiel #boardgames
See it first at Essen Spiel 2025! Visit Allplay at booth 5-L415 and check out Tearable Quest if you’re looking for a hilarious paper-ripping, fourth-wall-breaking adventure! We are so proud to have collaborated on this with Allplay. #EssenSpiel #boardgames
