I will design board game mechanics, gameplay systems and game rules


About this gig
I will help design and develop the board game mechanics, gameplay, and rules for your tabletop game.
My service can include:
Board game mechanics and game systems
Tabletop game design
Card game and card game mechanics
Gameplay and player interactions
Game balancing and testing
Deck building and card-based mechanics
Multiplayer and party game mechanics
Board game maps and game components
Game prototypes and playtest planning
Rulebook and instruction manual structure
Custom board game and card game concepts
Whether you have a rough idea or an existing prototype, I can help turn your concept into a more structured and playable game with clear mechanics, rules, objectives, progression, and player interactions.
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 Valen BG
Board and Card Game Designer for Game Mechanics, TCG and Tabletop Art
- FromUnited Kingdom
- Member sinceSep 2026
- Avg. response time1 hour
Languages
English, French, Spanish, German, Italian
FAQ
Can you create board game mechanics from a basic idea?
Yes. You can provide a simple game concept, theme, objective, or gameplay idea, and I can help develop the core mechanics, player actions, progression, and rules around it.
Can you balance an existing board game?
Yes. I can review existing mechanics, player interactions, resources, cards, scoring, progression, and other systems and suggest adjustments for better balance.
Do you work with card games and tabletop games too?
Yes. I can work with board games, card games, trading card games, tabletop games, party games, and other physical game concepts.
Can you help with playtesting?
Yes. I can help structure playtesting, identify areas to test, organize feedback, and suggest mechanical changes based on the information you provide.
Can you create the rules and rulebook structure?
Yes. I can help organize your game mechanics into clear rules, player instructions, objectives, turn structure, card effects, scoring, and other gameplay information.
Can you create a game prototype?
Yes. I can help develop a basic game prototype concept, including the necessary components, cards, mechanics, and gameplay structure.

