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I will design card game mechanics rulebook and develop your board game
Esther Board
About this gig
Turning an idea into a game people actually want to play takes more than nice art it takes solid mechanics.
I design and develop board games and card games from the ground up:
- Core game mechanics & rules that are balanced and fun
- Card game design & board game design from concept to prototype
- Rulebook design that's clear enough to learn without help
- Tabletop game development for party, strategy & custom card games
- Playtestable prototypes ready for print or crowdfunding
Whether you have a rough idea or a ruleset that isn't quite working, I'll help you shape it into a complete, playable game mechanics, balance, and rulebook included.
WHAT I NEED TO START:
- Your game concept/theme
- Player count & play time
- Existing rules or references (if any)
- Games that inspired your idea
WHY WORK WITH ME:
- Focus on mechanics that actually work, not just visuals
- Clear, playtested rulebooks
- Experience across card games, board games & tabletop formats
Message me before ordering if your project doesn't fit a package exactly, happy to scope it out.
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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 Esther Board
Esther Board
Expert Board Card Game Design Production Ready Assets
- FromUnited Kingdom
- Member sinceMay 2026
- Avg. response time1 hour
- Last delivery5 days
Languages
English, French, Spanish
Welcome! I am Esther, a professional illustrator specializing exclusively in tabletop gaming, custom tarot decks, and oracle cards. I help indie creators and authors turn their concepts into beautiful, production-ready card assets. My passion lies in creating authentic, 2D analog aesthetics, focusing heavily on rich, hand-drawn linework, classic ink outlines, and tactile paper textures. Every asset I deliver is built to meet the exact print-ready specifications of houses like Make Playing Cards and The Game Crafter. Let's design together!
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FAQ
Do you do card game design or just board game design?
Both. I handle card game design and board game design, so whether your project is a standalone card game, a board game with a card component, or a hybrid tabletop game, I can build the mechanics and structure from scratch.
Can you fix or improve mechanics I already have?
Yes, if you already have game mechanics but they feel unbalanced, confusing, or not fun in playtesting, I'll review them, identify what's not working, and rework the system while keeping your core concept intact.
Do you write the rulebook too?
Yes, rulebook design is included in my full packages. I write rules that are clear enough for new players to learn without a tutorial, a common weak point in first-time tabletop game projects.
What types of games do you work on?
I work across card game design, board game design, party card games, strategy board games, and custom trading card game (TCG) concepts. Send me your idea and I'll tell you if it's a good fit.
I only have an idea, no mechanics yet, can you start from scratch?
Absolutely. Most of my board game development projects start as just a theme or concept. I'll design the core game mechanics, playtest them, and build out a full rule structure from there.
Will the game be playtested before I get it?
Yes. Every card game and board game design I deliver goes through internal playtesting to check pacing, balance, and whether the mechanics actually hold up in real play, not just on paper.
Can you help prepare my game for print or Kickstarter?
Yes. I can format your card game or board game design into a playtestable, print-ready prototype, which is the standard next step before manufacturing or launching a crowdfunding campaign.
