I will design your board game card game tabletop from concept to tabletop prototype


About this gig
Looking for a professional board game design service? I help turn your idea into a complete, playable tabletop experience, from first concept to final prototype.
My process covers every stage: developing solid game mechanics, designing clean card layouts, creating a cohesive box design, and writing a rulebook players can actually follow. Whether you're building a strategy game, a party card game, or a trading card game, I focus on making sure the mechanics are balanced and the overall design feels polished.
What's included:
- Original game mechanics tailored to your concept
- Card templates and layout design
- Box and packaging design
- Rulebook writing and formatting
- Print-ready files for manufacturing or Kickstarter
- Prototype files you can test with real players
I work closely with you throughout the project, refining details until everything, art, rules, and gameplay, fits together naturally. My goal is a finished product that feels ready for the table, not just a rough draft.
This service is ideal for indie creators, hobbyists, and small studios bringing a new tabletop or card-based game to life.
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Get to know Esther Board
Board Game and Card Game Designer: Mechanics, Rulebooks and Prototypes
- FromNigeria
- Member sinceAug 2026
- Avg. response time2 hours
- Last delivery2 days
Languages
English, French, Spanish
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FAQ
I only have an idea, no rules yet, can you still help with board game design?
Yes, I can develop your card game design and board game design from a simple concept, including the mechanics.
Do you design the box and packaging too?
Box design is included in Standard and Premium packages, styled to match your board game design.
Can you create a prototype I can playtest?
Yes, I provide a tabletop game prototype layout you can print and test with friends or playtesters.
Do you design trading card games (TCGs)?
Yes, I handle trading card game design, including card frame layout and mechanic balancing.
Will my board game design be print-ready for manufacturing?
Yes, Premium includes print ready files formatted for professional printing or Kickstarter production.
Can you combine card game design with board game design in one project?
Absolutely, most of my projects blend card game design and board game design into a single cohesive game.
How do I know which package fits my board game design project?
Message me your game idea and scope, and I'll recommend the best package for your budget.
Do you provide card illustration as part of the design?
Card illustration is available depending on package, message me if you need custom artwork included.

