Boda Games Manufacturing

July 9, 2025 In Boda Games, Conventions

Boda Games @ Gencon 2025

Boda Games at Gen Con 2025: Three Booths, One Mission — Helping You Make Better Games

We are once again participating in Gencon 2025 — and this year, we’re going bigger than ever. Boda Games Manufacturing will be exhibiting across three dedicated booths, each designed to serve a different part of the tabletop community. Whether you’re a publisher, designer, or just curious about how games get made, we’d love to meet you.

Booth 2135: Meetings & Consultations

Looking to manufacture your next title? Our meeting booth is the place to talk business. Schedule time with our team to discuss timelines, component options, pricing, and how we can support your next release. We’re happy to share our knowledge and insights with everyone. Whether you’re a first-time creator or a seasoned publisher.

Booth 630: Game Showcase

Come see what Boda Games has been working on! At our game showcase booth, we’re showcasing a wide variety of games we’ve manufactured — from small card games to heavy big box euro games. Come check out the range of games we have had the pleasure of working on. See, touch and feel the different components, materials and finishes. Get inspired for your next game project!

First Exposure Hall: Supporting New Designers

We believe in supporting the future of game design and the designers of tomorrow. That’s why we’re also hosting a booth in the First Exposure Playtest Hall — a space where emerging designers can connect with us, ask production-related questions, and get advice on bringing their ideas to life.

Whether you’re looking to produce your first prototype or plan your next print run, Boda Games is here to help you bring your vision to the table — literally.

Set up a meeting with Boda Games

To make sure that we have the time to talk all about your projects, set up a meeting with us in advance! You can book a meeting directly by clicking here, or sending an email to marketing@bodagames.com.

Let’s build something great together. See you at Gen Con!

July 9, 2025 In Boda Games, Conventions

Meet the Floristry designers at Gencon!

We're very excited to be hosting for the first time a signing event at the Boda Games booth this Gencon. Join us at the Boda Games Manufacturing booth for a special Meet & Greet and Signing Event with the talented minds behind Floristry — David Gordon and TAM! Dates & Times: Thursday, July 31st | 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM Friday, August 1st | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Location: Booth 2135 (Boda Games Manufacturing booth). Come meet the designers and get your game signed. Let's chat about game design, inspiration, and the journey behind Floristry. Whether you're a seasoned tabletop player, aspiring designer, or simply love beautifully crafted games, this is your chance to connect, celebrate, and get inspired by Floristry’s creators. About Floristry Floristry is a 2 player, tile-laying game. Players compete at the historic Aalsmeer Dutch Auction. To win the best flowers and then use them to create the most charming window display. Each round features a Dutch auction, where the clock counts down from 15 seconds. While the price drops every 3 seconds. The unique web app runs your auctions, so you have to think fast and bid carefully. While paying close attention to get what you want at the right price. But also...

May 8, 2025 In Design

Plushies design guide

How to Prepare Your Plushie Design File Creating a plushie is an exciting process, but to ensure the best possible outcome, it’s important to provide a clear and complete design file. Here’s what to include: 1. Front, Rear, and Side Views of Your Design To accurately capture your vision, include clean, straightforward drawings that show the front, back, and side views of your plushie. Simplified designs typically work best for plush production, as overly complex shapes or intricate details can be challenging to replicate in fabric. Remember, your plushie should be both visually appealing and structurally feasible. 2. Dimensions Accurate measurements are crucial for achieving the correct proportions. Include the overall height, width, and thickness (in millimeters) of your plushie, as well as the size of key features like arms, legs, or accessories. If your plushie has unique shapes or irregular proportions, provide as much dimensional detail as possible. 3. Pantone Codes for Desired Colors Colors can vary significantly depending on fabric and lighting, so providing precise Pantone color codes is essential. This ensures the final product closely matches the hues in your original design. If you don’t have specific Pantone codes in mind, consider using a color reference guide or consult with your manufacturer for recommendations. 4....

November 12, 2024 In Design

Inlay: how to choose the right one

Choosing the Right Inlay for Your Board Game: Plastic, Paper, and Pulp Trays While the box of a game can be considered the first impression, the inlay is one of the first things you notice after you open the box. A well-designed inlay enhances the user experience by organizing components, protecting game pieces, and creating a memorable unboxing experience. And who doesn't love to organize things?A good inlay has many different functions at the same time. It protects the game components while the game is being transported. It creates an appealing look when the box is opened. It makes it easy to start a game and clean it up afterwards. Here’s a look at the pros and cons of three popular types of inlays: plastic, paper and paper pulp formed trays. Plastic Inlays Plastic inlays are molded to securely hold each piece in a dedicated slot, preventing shifting during transport. They’re a favorite in games with a lot of components due to their durability and precise customization options. The precision with which you can make different slots to specifically hold a certain component makes them very convenient for complex games to help speed up setting the game up. With plastic inlays you can...

November 11, 2024 In Boda Games, Conventions

Pax Unplugged 2024 – Boda Games @ booth 4329

It’s that time of year when the gaming community gathers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for the most exciting board game event on the East Coast – PAX Unplugged 2024! As proud members of the board game community, we at Boda Games are excited to announce that we are again participating in this fantastic convention. With our booth 4329, we invite publishers and game designers to join us for an great 3 day weekend in downtown Philadelphia. Visit our booth at 4329 The Boda Games booth, located at number 4329, will be one place you don't want to miss! Stop by to learn more about Boda Games Manufacturing and pick up our newest sample boxes. We’re excited to showcase both our updated general sample box and our specialised cards and punchboards sample box. Our team will be on hand to walk you through our capabilities, discuss various production methods, and show a wide range of components that can take your game to the next level. Plus, we’re bringing a bit of holiday cheer with us! We’ll be giving away Christmas tree decorations, perfect for getting into the festive spirit and taking home a piece of Boda Games. Discuss New Projects Are you a publisher with an innovative...

September 12, 2024 In Boda Games, Conventions

Boda Games @ Spiel Essen 2024

Essen Spiel 2024 is just around the corner, and we’re thrilled to be part of it again! As the largest board game convention in Europe, Essen Spiel is the highlight of the year for everyone in the industry. Whether you're eager to dive into new board games with fellow enthusiasts, grab the latest hot releases, pitch your innovative game designs to world-renowned and indie publishers, or connect with manufacturers like Boda Games who can help bring your creations to life, this event is one you can’t miss. With over 1,000 exhibitors across seven halls, there's something for everyone. Here’s what you can expect according to Spiel’s website: THE WHOLE GAMING WORLD GATHERS AT SPIEL ESSEN - JOIN THE FUN! "We are the world's largest public fair for board games, uniting passionate players with national and international exhibitors right in the heart of Germany’s Ruhr area. Discover new titles from across the globe, meet fellow gamers, and most importantly, play to your heart’s content. Playing is at the core of SPIEL." "Thousands of new releases, making their debut, are waiting for you in Essen. Demo explainers will help you start playing instantly, and game authors will be there to sign their works and meet fans." Get...

June 12, 2024 In Tutorial

Spot UV file preparation

This time we will discuss the preparation required to elevate your print materials using techniques such as spot UV and hot foil stamping. Spot UV and hot foil stamping are great ways to make a board game box look nice and appealing and many of our customers are interested in that. But when they prepare the files for us to print their board game, some of them are not quite sure how to prepare for these techniques. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help prepare your artwork files for printing. The below guide is written with Spot UV as an example, but the file preparation for hot foil stamping follows the exact same format. [caption id="attachment_25970" align="aligncenter" width="529"] For our small card sample box, we wanted to highlight our logos with Spot UV[/caption] Spot UV printing First you're going to prepare the artwork, for which you can use our handy template generator.The first step is to create a new layer in your file and name it "Spot UV." This layer should only contain the elements you want to highlight with the UV coating. Use a distinctive color to mark the areas. The easiest way to show us the areas you want to use for spot UV...

June 12, 2024 In Boda Games, Conventions

Origins 2024 – Boda Games Manufacturing

It's that time of the year again for the gaming community to gather in Columbus, Ohio, for Origins 2024. And of course your favorite manufacturer, Boda Games, is also joining this year! Visit Our Booth, 813 Join us at booth 813. Discover our manufacturing capabilities, production methods, and a range of components that can elevate your gaming experience. Our team will be there with samples (we've got a new sample box!), brochures, and examples for you to explore. Discuss New Projects Publishers and game designers, we want to hear from you! Whether you have a groundbreaking game concept or need expert advice on production techniques, we’re eager to discuss new projects and collaboration opportunities. Boda Games is here to help bring your game to life. Set Up a Meeting For a more focused discussion, set up a meeting with our team. Reach out before the convention to reserve a time slot and discuss your ideas, manufacturing needs, and more. You can click here to schedule one directly with our booking software. Or send an email to marketing@bodagames.com and we will quickly confirm a day and time for you. The Boda Games Difference Choose Boda Games for our top-notch quality, attention to detail, and unparalleled customer service. With years...

September 22, 2023 In Boda Games, Design

Printing on wooden components

Wooden components are a staple of board games for as long as they have been around. They fit together perfectly with paper cards and punchboard game boards to create the classic board game experience. Everyone knows the piles of wooden cubes, discs and rectangles that are so common euro style games. However, you can do a lot of things with wooden components, both in terms of size and shape as well as printing. The three most commonly used methods for printing artwork, numbers and symbols on wooden components are silk screen printing, heat transfer printing and UV printing. Even though they overlap in certain areas, each of these printing methods has their own advantages. Picking the right one for the components in your board game will elevate the experience. We will explain the process, the advantages and the limitations for each of them. Silk Screen Printing Silk screen printing is done by pushing the ink through a stencil or screen. The screen is made of a fine mesh material that is stretched across a frame. In the screen, the areas where the ink should flow through are left open, and the other areas are blocked. Then, ink will be applied to the...

September 15, 2023 In Boda Games, Conventions

Boda Games @ Essen Spiel 2023

Essen Spiel 2023 is only a few weeks away and we can't wait! The biggest board game convention in Europe, Essen Spiel the event every fall that everyone in the industry looks forward to. Whether you're looking to play some board games with like minded people and pick up the latest and hottest releases. Or looking to pitch your newest game design to both world famous and small indie publishers alike. Or connecting with a board game manufacturer like Boda Games, who can help bring your game to life. With more than a 1000 exhibitors in 6 halls, this is the event you don't want to miss. Here is what you can expect according to Spiel's website: THE WHOLE GAMING WORLD GETS TOGETHER AT SPIEL ESSEN - BE THERE! We are the world's largest public fair for board games and bring together passionate game fans with national and international exhibitors in Germany in the heart of the Ruhr area. Here you can discover new titles from all over the world, enjoy the company of other gamers and above all play as much as you want. Because playing is in the heart of SPIEL.Thousands of new releases, which will be shown and sold for...