Graphic Design for Board Games

by Daniel Solis

Overview

Board games are increasingly recognized as an artform of their own, but their design and aesthetics are just as important as their gameplay mechanics. In this handbook, art director and graphic designer Daniel Solis offers his 20+ years of expertise in graphic design in tabletop gaming.

With a sense of humor, plenty of examples, and simple tips, Graphic Design for Board Games covers everything from typography to retail presence. Learn how to effectively use graphic design elements to enhance player experience. Create stunning game components, clear rulebooks, and effective game boards that will keep players engaged.

Key Features:

• Highlights unique challenges and solutions of graphic design for board games
• Includes commentary from over a dozen board game graphic designers
• Explains complex concepts with numerous visual examples
• Trains designers to incorporate heuristics, accessibility, and semiotics

Newcomers will learn introductory concepts of visual communication. Intermediate designers will find ways to anticipate common visual obstacles and improve playtest results. Experienced veterans will find insightful comments shared by fellow professionals.

Soon you’ll design unforgettable gaming experiences for your players!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781032583365
Publisher:	CRC Press
Publication date:	10/03/2024
Series:	CRC Press Guides to Tabletop Game Design
Pages:	302
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Daniel Solis is an art director, graphic designer, and board game designer with over 20 years of industry experience. He has overseen the visual development of over 100 board games and accessory products, including HeroClix “Iconix" series, Marvel: Remix, Dungeons & Dragons: Onslaught, Star Trek: Captain’s Chair, Sidereal Confluence: Remastered Edition, Clash of Cultures: Monumental Edition, Jokkmokk, and Fantasy Realms Deluxe Edition. As a game designer, his games include Kodama: the Tree Spirits published by Indie Games Studios and Junk Orbit published by Renegade Games Studios. His video tutorials have taught hundreds of designers how to quickly prototype their card games. He lives in North Carolina.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Chapter 01          Typography

Chapter 02          Iconography

Chapter 03          Diagrams

Chapter 04          Cards

Chapter 05          Punchouts

Chapter 06          Game Boards

Chapter 07          Rulebooks

Chapter 08          Boxes and Packaging

Chapter 09          Conclusion