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I will design and develop your custom board game, card game, and rulebook
Charles
About this gig
Do you have a brilliant board game or card game concept, but need an expert to turn it into a structured, engaging, and professional reality?
Many creators possess incredible game ideas yet struggle with game mechanics, player balancing, pacing, or formatting notes into a cohesive system. An exceptional theme requires robust design to captivate players from the first turn to the final round.
As a dedicated tabletop designer, I help transform rough notes into polished, balanced, and prototype-ready experiences. Whether you are building an indie strategy game from scratch or refining an existing prototype, I develop mechanics that honor your vision.
Core Services:
Board & Card Game Design
Custom Game Mechanics & Systems
Game Balancing & Pacing
Professional Rulebook Development
Print-Ready Prototype Assets
Our Workflow:
Share your concept, notes, or prototype.
I engineer mechanics, layouts, and components.
Receive a polished design package ready for playtesting or production.
Please message me before placing an order to discuss your project scope!
Delivery style preference
Please inform the freelancer of any preferences or concerns regarding the use of AI tools in the completion and/or delivery of your order.
Get to know Charles
Charles
Board Game Design and Production
- FromUnited States
- Member sinceAug 2026
- Avg. response time1 hour
Languages
English, German
Graphic designer with a background in flyer, poster, and web design, now focused on board game and card game design. I bring a strong eye for layout, branding, and print-ready production to every tabletop project helping game creators turn their concept into something that looks and feels ready for the table.
FAQ
What do you need to get started?
I only need your game idea, theme, or rough concept. Whether you have a few notes, a prototype, or a detailed design document, I will review everything and recommend the best approach for your board game or card game project.
Can you design a game from just an idea?
Yes. Many clients come to me with only a concept. I can help develop the game mechanics, player objectives, turn structure, win conditions, and overall gameplay into a complete, playable design.
Do you design both board games and card games?
Absolutely. I work on board games, card games, tabletop games, party games, strategy games, educational games, family games, and custom tabletop concepts.
Can you improve or balance an existing game?
Yes. If you already have a prototype, I can review your mechanics, identify balance issues, improve player interaction, refine gameplay flow, and suggest meaningful improvements.
Will I receive a rulebook?
Yes. Depending on your package, you will receive a professionally organized rulebook or gameplay documentation that clearly explains how the game is played.
Do you create cards and board layouts?
Yes. I can design the structure of your cards, board layout, player boards, tokens, and other gameplay components. Visual illustrations can also be discussed if needed.
Is this suitable for Kickstarter or publishing?
Yes. I design games with prototype development in mind, making them suitable for playtesting, pitching, crowdfunding campaigns, or further production.
Do you provide playtesting?
Yes. I can review your game from a designer's perspective, identify gameplay issues, and provide recommendations to improve balance, clarity, pacing, and player experience. Dedicated playtesting services can also be arranged.
What genres do you work with?
I work with strategy, party, family, educational, cooperative, competitive, fantasy, sci-fi, trivia, deck-building, and many other tabletop game genres.
Why should I message you before placing an order?
Every game is unique. A quick discussion allows me to understand your idea, recommend the right package, define the project scope, and ensure we are building the best possible version of your game.
