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I will design card game design, board game design, board game development
David
About this gig
Your game idea can sound amazing on paper and still fall apart when people actually play it.
I turn rough board and card game ideas into structured, playable games with clear rules, engaging mechanics, and balanced gameplay.
I can help with:
- Board game design
- Card game development
- Custom game mechanics
- Balancing and playtesting support
- Rulebook creation
- Prototype-ready game systems
How it works:
You share your idea I develop the mechanics and gameplay structure you receive refined rules, card concepts, and a prototype-ready system for testing.
Whether you're creating a strategy game, party card game, family game, or planning a Kickstarter project, I'll help turn the concept into a game players can actually understand and enjoy.
Have a game idea? Send it over.
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Get to know David
David
Card Game Designer, TCG Systems and Gameplay Development
- FromUnited Kingdom
- Member sinceJun 2026
Languages
English
I help creators turn card game ideas into structured, playable experiences. Whether you're building a strategy card game, party game, educational game, or trading card game, I focus on mechanics, gameplay flow, balance, and overall player experience.
From rough concepts to complete game systems, I work with creators who want to move beyond ideas and create games that are ready for testing, pitching, or development.
If you have a card game concept and need help bringing it to life, I'd love to hear about your project.
FAQ
Can you turn my rough idea into a complete game?
Yes. I can develop a rough concept into a structured board or card game with a clear gameplay loop, mechanics, rules, objectives, and player interaction.
Do I need to have the mechanics figured out already?
No. You can start with just an idea, theme, story, or the type of experience you want players to have. I can help develop the mechanics around it.
Do you design both board games and card games?
Yes. I can work on strategy games, party games, family games, card games, and games that combine cards with a board and other components.
Can you improve a game I have already designed?
Yes. I can review your existing mechanics, identify weak or confusing areas, and help improve the gameplay, balance, rules, and overall structure.
Can you create the cards and board too?
Yes. Depending on your package, I can develop the structure and layouts for cards, boards, tokens, and other game components.
Can you write the rulebook?
Yes. I can create clear rules covering setup, objectives, turn structure, player actions, scoring, special mechanics, and game-end conditions.
Can you balance my game?
Yes. I can help identify overpowered mechanics, weak strategies, pacing problems, unclear rules, and other balance issues and make adjustments for testing.
Will I receive a playable prototype?
I can provide prototype-ready game systems and files depending on the package. Physical manufacturing and shipping are not included unless specifically agreed.
Can you design a game for Kickstarter?
Yes. I can help develop and structure the game and prototype for a Kickstarter project. Marketing, manufacturing, fulfillment, and campaign management are separate unless included in a custom offer.
Can you handle a large or complicated game?
Yes. Complex card systems, multiple boards, campaign mechanics, large component sets, and other extensive projects can be discussed through a custom offer.
