r/BoardgameDesign is a subreddit with 36k members. The community frequently discusses game, feedback, prototype, design, and board game, and they frequently recommend/review boardgames, design software, and software/website, and the most common flair used is design critique, general question, ideas & inspiration, playtesting & demos, and rules & rulebook.
Welcome to the premier hub for Board Game, Tabletop Game, and Card Game design on Reddit!
Here, you'll find a treasure trove of inspiration, expert insights, and invaluable resources covering every aspect of game design, from conception to production, marketing, and even crowdfunding.
Get ready to unleash your creativity and join fellow enthusiasts in crafting the next big hit in the world of hobby game design!
Happy designing!
Popular Topics in r/BoardgameDesign
#1
Game
126 posts
#2
Feedback
69 posts
#3
Prototype
43 posts
#4
Design
42 posts
#5
Board Game
41 posts
#6
Game Design
32 posts
#7
Looking For
31 posts
#8
Card Game
28 posts
#9
Rulebook
24 posts
#10
Board
24 posts
Products Discussed in r/BoardgameDesign
Boardgames
32 reviews
#1
Days of Wonder
5.0★ from 2 reviews
#2
Ticket to Ride
5.0★ from 2 reviews
#3
Brass
4.5★ from 2 reviews
Design Software
16 reviews
#1
Inkscape
4.3★ from 3 reviews
#2
Adobe
4.0★ from 2 reviews
#3
Pixelmator Pro
4.0★ from 1 review
Software/website
6 reviews
#1
Photopea
4.5★ from 2 reviews
#2
Dungeondraft
4.0★ from 1 review
#3
Inkarnate
4.0★ from 1 review
Flair Used in r/BoardgameDesign
#1
Design Critique
: "Looking for feedback on the first 5 characters in my new game, Battle Goomis."
28 posts
#2
General Question
: "What are your favorite examples of skeuomorphism in board games?"
15 posts
#3
Ideas & Inspiration
: "Backrooms Boardgame"
13 posts
#4
Playtesting & Demos
: "Just a thanks for First Exposure at GenCon!"
12 posts
#5
Rules & Rulebook
: "Rulebook"
7 posts
#6
Publishing & Publishers
: "Thoughts on the logo for Blue Tortilla Games?"
5 posts
#7
Game Mechanics
: "This has probably been asked a million times, but if I'm looking for someone to design the mechanics of a game is that person called a game designer?"
5 posts
#8
Production & Manufacturing
: "How To Make A Large Board Foldable But Lays 100% Flat"
4 posts
#9
Crowdfunding
: "Kickstarter Pre-launch page is LIVE!"
2 posts
#10
News
: "BGG Con Attendees: The November Indie Game Market Needs More Designers to Apply!"
2 posts
Member Growth in r/BoardgameDesign
Yearly
+9k members(33.0%)
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Last updated: August 5, 2026