This post examines the therapeutic role of games during times of loss and transition. Through personal experience, I explore how different types of games - from simple mobile titles to collaborative creative platforms - can provide comfort and structure when we need it most. The piece traces how gaming preferences shift during grief, and how shared gaming experiences can create safe spaces for processing loss and building new connections. Drawing from experiences with my son, I discuss how games offer both escape and engagement, helping us find our way forward through play.

This post delves into the development of Kingdomino, from its humble beginnings as a ski resort promotional game to its evolution into a Spiel des Jahres winner. I share insights into Blue Orange Games' transformation, Bruno Cathala's creative process, and the collaborative effort that brought Kingdomino to life. The article highlights the challenges of international game development, the art of rulebook writing, and the journey of refining a game into a beloved classic.

From childhood chess matches with my grandfather to developing award-winning board games, this post traces my journey in the tabletop gaming industry. I share how early experiences with games like Stratego sparked a lifelong passion, leading to my first job at Marbles: The Brain Store, and eventually to a career with Blue Orange Games. The post highlights key moments in my professional development, including work on Spiel des Jahres winner Kingdomino and Kinderspiel des Jahres winner Dragomino.