Protospiel Twin Cities, held in May 2025, was a wonderful time! I reviewed 5 different games for designers, talked game design, and overall had a great time! My favorite game was a fun dice and cube building game, and I enjoyed some math games and a cooking game as well.
The post discusses the adverse effects of trade war tariffs on the gaming industry, leading to higher costs and potential job losses for designers, publishers, and creators. The author reflects on the uncertainty of their business, expressing concern for the gaming community while emphasizing the importance of collaboration during challenging economic times.
In 2024, the author enjoyed a fulfilling gaming year, playing a variety of tabletop RPGs, solo RPGs, board games, and video games. They transitioned from being a Dungeon Master to a player, rediscovered old campaigns, and expanded their board gaming experiences. Looking ahead to 2025, they aim to continue exploring and enjoying games with loved ones.
My next update for Star Solo is here - and with it comes Coronado, a Starport to explore within colonized space! You can check out the most recent version of Star Solo at the link at the bottom of the article. In this article I’ll talk a bit about Starports in Star Solo, what they … Continue reading Coronado: a Blueprint for Star Solo Starports
Looking back at my Dwarf Mine notes is always a fun trip for me. At the beginning of the design I had some wild ideas (see below!). But, through 2019 and 2020, I was able to focus the design of Dwarf Mine to the game you see today. You may not know this, but the … Continue reading Top 6 Expansions I haven’t made for Dwarf Mine (yet)
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