Graphic Design for Board Games
About this ebook
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!
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.
