What Happens Before a Board Game Hits Your Table? (E179) ft. @PlayMonkeyGamesOfficial

Spencer Lloyd Thomas, the creative mind behind PlayMonkey Games, shares his journey into tabletop game design, playing Magic: The Gathering, the transition from investment banking to family-friendly games, and lessons from the industry, including the mistake of exhibiting at Essen. The conversation covers the impact of global competition, inspiration from board game publishers, knowing when a game is ready for publication, the vulnerability of playtesting, and the role of graphic design in board games. The conversation covers the role of graphic designers in board games, connecting with artists and graphic designers, meeting Reiner Knizia at Essen, and the importance of content creators in the board game industry. ❤️FOLLOW US ON ALL THE SOCIALS Instagram -   / meeple2meeple   Spotify - @Meeple2Meeple ‪@Meeple2Meeple‬ ‪@PlayMonkeyGamesOfficial‬ Board Game Podcast #boardgames #tabletopgaming #gamingcommunity