I am sure many of us have been there. I know I certainly have. There are some games you simply overlook and don't give a fair chance. Maybe it’s the box art that doesn’t speak to you, or the components that look dull or too childish. Whatever it is, you just don't give it another thought. You have already formed an opinion of what the game is in your mind. Of course, that mental image is sometimes completely wrong. In this article, I want to talk about what first impressions are and how they can betray you.
Read the full topic discussion article or listen to the audio version here: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/2025/07/08/hate-at-first-sight-the-trap-of-first-impressions-topic-discussion/
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Hi, it’s Joe Slack here. Oliver was kind enough to let me share my thoughts as a game designer and indie publisher on why table presence matters for board games.
https://tabletopgamesblog.com/2023/10/24/why-table-presence-matters-for-board-games-topic-discussion/
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Here are my thoughts on digital accessories for board games: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/2023/02/07/digital-supplements-a-look-at-digital-accessories-for-board-games-topic-discussion/
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I love well-laid-out #rulebooks. The graphic design of game boards is important to me. Clear icons can really speed up the flow of a turn. Top it all off with beautiful board game #art and you have the complete package. Here are more of my thoughts on the topic: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/2022/11/08/the-art-of-board-games-topic-discussion/ #boardgames #topicdiscussion