The Game Crafter News

Your Class Rep: The Card Game is on sale now!

plainblackguy — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 23:01:24 -0500

Your Class Rep: The Card Game is on sale now!

Last chance to get Darkness Incoming while it is still on sale!

plainblackguy — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:01:11 -0500

Last chance to get Darkness Incoming while it is still on sale!

We’re proud to sponsor the Game Makers Guild!

thegamecrafternews — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 09:22:17 -0500

The Guild is New England’s largest group of indie board game designers, and its mission is simple: Make Games. Better. Whether you’re deep into your third prototype or just curious how game design works, they’ve built a welcoming place to learn and grow. That includes:

-An online community to share ideas and swap advice
-In-person playtesting events, where you can bring your game or help test someone else’s
-Curation, where you can get expert feedback on your design

Great games are made better by playtesters, feedback, and a community that cheers you on, and that’s what the Guild does. We’re thrilled to support them.

Curious? Learn more and join in: https://www.gamemakersguild.org/about

Protospiel Madison is Back

thegamecrafternews — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:01:15 -0500

Got a game in the works? Come play it with other gamers and designers!

Protospiel Madison is back Nov 13th-15th at Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center, Madison, WI. It’s a weekend of tabletop game design, playtesting, and feedback from designers, publishers, and players.

Bring your prototype, from napkin sketch to nearly finished
Playtest other designers’ games and swap feedback
Play Mad Bingo for a prize from our sponsors
Meet other designers who know exactly what it’s like to rewrite the rulebook for the fifth time

Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned designer, there’s a seat at the table for you.

Horizons Fellowship Applications Open

thegamecrafternews — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:34:52 -0500

Applications Are Open Until November 6, 2026

The GAMA Horizons Fellowship is an eight-month accelerator program designed to support aspiring and emerging tabletop game publishers. Established by GAMA’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, the fellowship aims to expand opportunities and provide meaningful support for individuals from communities historically underrepresented in the tabletop gaming industry.

Apply at https://www.gama.org/page/Horizons

Now in its fifth year, the Horizons Fellowship connects participants with industry professionals who will serve as mentors and peer coaches, and will provide access to grants and resources essential to developing and sustaining successful business relationships. This year’s program will include travel and accommodations for GAMA Expo in Baltimore, MD from April 25-29, 2027.

Board Game Licensing Contract Terms

thegamecrafternews — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:59:31 -0500

Board Game Licensing Contract Terms

Cardboard Edison’s latest reports on board game publishing contracts is out now. See what the current trends are, what to expect or what to ask for when signing with a publisher.

Last chance to get VAST VOIDS II while it is still on sale!

plainblackguy — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 02:01:07 -0500

Last chance to get VAST VOIDS II while it is still on sale!

Last chance to get Forewinter while it is still on sale!

plainblackguy — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 00:01:07 -0500

Last chance to get Forewinter while it is still on sale!

Red Hot Special is on sale now!

plainblackguy — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:01:47 -0500

Red Hot Special is on sale now!

Darkness Incoming is on sale now!

plainblackguy — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 19:01:44 -0500

Darkness Incoming is on sale now!

Protospiel Madison Will-Call

thegamecrafternews — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:25:44 -0500

Heading to Protospiel Madison? Skip the shipping and pick up your order in person with will-call.

Where: Registration Desk where you claim your badge
When: Any day and time Protospiel is open.
Order ready by: Wednesday Nov 11th, 2026
Add Order Note: For Protospiel Madison Pick-Up
At checkout: Select Will-Call as your shipping method
At pickup: Bring your order number & photo ID

When checking out, you need to ensure that the estimated ship date listed is on or before Nov 11th. Sooner is better. Anything that is not finished in time, will not be available for pickup. This may require Urgent Processing

Happy Gaming.

-The Game Crafter Team

Pocket Pirates is on sale now!

plainblackguy — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:01:50 -0500

Pocket Pirates is on sale now!

Last chance to get Rope Walkers while it is still on sale!

plainblackguy — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 01:01:09 -0500

Last chance to get Rope Walkers while it is still on sale!

VAST VOIDS II is on sale now!

plainblackguy — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 00:02:37 -0500

VAST VOIDS II is on sale now!

Forewinter is on sale now!

plainblackguy — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 00:01:54 -0500

Forewinter is on sale now!

Last chance to get PLOT Playing Cards - Native Plants and...

plainblackguy — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 19:01:34 -0500

Last chance to get PLOT Playing Cards - Native Plants and Pollinators while it is still on sale!

How to Import from Tabletop Simulator

thegamecrafternews — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:27:51 -0500

How to Import from Tabletop Simulator

Did you know you can import your game from Tabletop Simulator into Playtest Parlor?

Darkness Incoming is on sale now!

plainblackguy — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 07:01:33 -0500

Darkness Incoming is on sale now!

Rope Walkers is on sale now!

plainblackguy — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:01:27 -0500

Rope Walkers is on sale now!

Last chance to get The Long Pull while it is still on sale!

plainblackguy — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:01:13 -0500

Last chance to get The Long Pull while it is still on sale!