Our Story

BoardCraft was founded in 2018 by three game designers who believed that the best board games emerge from rigorous process, not just inspiration.

2018
Founded in Portland
42
Graduates worldwide
19
Games published

Mission

We equip the next generation of board game creators with the technical craft, iterative design methods, and business clarity required to build timeless tabletop experiences. We exist to raise the standard of play.

Process over perfection
Iteration is the craft

Core Values

Clarity

Every mechanic must earn its place. We teach ruthless editing and transparent intent.

Playtesting

Data beats intuition. We embed continuous, structured playtesting into every design cycle.

Respect

Players deserve elegant experiences. Our graduates leave ego at the door.