…there are fewer barriers to entry in the world of board games than might first appear, with the relative size of the industry, the number of independent publishers, and the diversity of art styles in games.
As I sought financing for Let’s Roll Games, I found myself having to describe the industry every time I met with someone new. To address this, I prepared a brief description of all the players involved in bringing the games we love to market. I thought you might find it interesting as well. In recent history, industry trends have led to a blurring of traditional roles in the industry supply chain. However, as it stands, here is a fairly accurate description of the players an
Board games aren’t just for fun—they can also be powerful tools for helping young children, especially those with disabilities, develop important social skills. A study by researchers at Vanderbilt University explored how teaching preschoolers to play board games could enhance their social interactions. The study involved four children with or at risk for disabilities, who played games with typically developing peers. What Did the Study Find? The researchers used a combinatio
