game design Archives - Bell of Lost Souls

BGG Says the Most Popular Game Mechanic IS…

Matt Sall March 4, 2019

Today we crunch on the numbers and datamine on which game mechanics are ACTUALLY the most popular!

Board Game Geek’s Most and Least Popular Game Mechanics

Matt Sall February 25, 2019

We all THINK we love a good Worker Placement game, but how popular is it REALLY?!

40K: A Tale of Three Bolters

Adam Harrison January 22, 2019

Bolter Discipline is now out for Beta Testing and it’s changing the game. But what about those other “Bolters” now? Let’s chat.

40K: Andy Chambers Interview: TFG Radio

Adam January 6, 2019

This week on TFG Radio we have a bonus episode with legendary games designer, Andy Chambers!

My Ongoing Journey With Designing a Board Game

Matt Sall December 31, 2018

Considering it’s my job to discuss board games, it should come as no big surprise I enjoy designing them too. Today, I’m pushing myself to fully design a game and you’re welcome to follow along!

40K Combat Challenge: The Single Detachment Format

Adam Harrison December 29, 2018

Are you tired of all the CP shenanigans, minimum sized cheap battalions, and soup-lists? Then give the Single Detachment Format a shot.

Adeptus Titanicus: Bring On The Orks

Adam Harrison October 13, 2018

Now that the Warhound Titans are out it’s time to start thinking about the future of Adeptus Titanicus and the next logical step – WAAAGH! it up!

FFG: Designer Journal – Changing The Way You Think About ‘Winning’

Adam Harrison September 29, 2018

Fantasy Flight Games Game Designer Nate French has some words of wisdom in the latest Design Journal Series. Changing your attitude about “Playing To Win” can improve your game and the way you treat your opponents.

Designing Games Randomly with Boardgamizer

Matt Sall May 7, 2018

Designing board games is a fun and interesting way to flex those creative muscles. So imagine my delight when I discovered a board game idea randomizer.

Meet the Designer: Ross Watson of Wrath & Glory

Mayhems Muse April 18, 2018

Wrath & Glory is the gripping up and coming Warhammer RPG system from Ulisses North America. This week we have an inside look at the system from one of the RPG industries best creative minds, talking about design inspiration and character elements!