First, board games are social; they are played with other people. Together, players select a game, learn and interpret the rules, and experience the game.

Modern board games can help us understand complex real world scenarios, while also having fun. We take a look inside the current boom for new games and how they are designed The cover of Daybreak, a ...

Modern board games can be wonderfully complex and intricate, weaving a web of overlapping mechanics, visual design, and narrative to create a fun and memorable experience every time you play.

Is there a sentiment among independent board game designers that mass-market games are inferior? I don’t know how much people pay attention to them from a design point of view.

Game design is about collaborating with others and learning how to solve challenges — all skills that children should be able to learn at a young age.