Interviews with Tabletop and Board Game Designers

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Interview Giaco Furino MTG Lorwyn Eclipsed Designers Talk Bringing Back A Classic

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Interview Giaco Furino How This Art Collective Brings The Gross-Out To Magic

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Interview Andrew Otton Magic: The Gathering Spider-Man Interview: Mark Rosewater, Corey Bowen, & Team

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Interview Giaco Furino Charting the Stars: The Spaceships That Inspired Magic’s Edge of Eternities

Interview Giaco Furino Inside Asmodee: US GM Julien Sharp Talks Running The Business

Tabletop Developer Interviews - Page 1

Looking for new board game designer interviews? Our team loves to chat with developers about their games, industry trends, history and more! You'll find all of that below:

Interview Giaco Furino

Feb 17, 2026 | 15:44 EST Feb 17, 2026

MTG Lorwyn Eclipsed Designers Talk Bringing Back A Classic

We got the inside scoop on the creation of the newest MTG Set, Lorwyn Eclipsed, in our exclusive interview with the design team.

Interview Giaco Furino

Jan 06, 2026 | 15:23 EST Jan 06, 2026

How This Art Collective Brings The Gross-Out To Magic

We chat with the art collective known as Puke as they bring chaotic, glorious design to custom MTG and Tabletop accessories.

Interview Andrew Otton

Sep 24, 2025 | 10:00 EDT Sep 24, 2025

Magic: The Gathering Spider-Man Interview: Mark Rosewater, Corey Bowen, & Team

Only a few days to go until the Magic: The Gathering Spider-Man set releases, and we spoke to Mark Rosewater, lead designer Corey Bowen, and more about its design.

Interview Giaco Furino

Sep 08, 2025 | 13:00 EDT Sep 08, 2025

Charting the Stars: The Spaceships That Inspired Magic’s Edge of Eternities

We spoke with Andrew Brown, Game Design Architect for Edge of Eternities, on the spaceships that inspired the most recent sci-fi MTG set.

Interview Giaco Furino

Nov 13, 2024 | 12:00 EST Nov 13, 2024

Inside Asmodee: US GM Julien Sharp Talks Running The Business

In our Inside Asmodee interview with Julien Sharp, we learn the in's and out's of running a gaming business at what is, essentially, the CEO level!

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Interview Andrew Stretch

Nov 04, 2024 | 09:30 EST Nov 04, 2024

Discussing Queen By Midnight Quarter Past; New Princesses And A More Aggressive Playstyle With Kyle Shire And Alex Uboldi

We spoke with Kyle Shire and Alex Uboldi about Queen By Midnight Quarter Past's release brings with it new princesses, play styles, and features

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Interview Giaco Furino

Oct 29, 2024 | 11:49 EDT Oct 29, 2024

Designer Toby Sarnelle Talks New Flip And Write Board Game Tend

In our interview with Toby Sarnelle, designer of the new Tend Board Game, we chat design ethos, his journey, and advice for would-be designers.

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Interview Andrew Stretch

Oct 24, 2024 | 12:00 EDT Oct 24, 2024

Chris Prynoski Talks Drunkards, Druggies, and Delinquents; How A 4/20 Joke Became A TTRPG

Last week we got to sit down with Titmouse founder, Chris Prynoski, to talk about their upcoming TTRPG Drunkards, Druggies, and Delinquents.

Interview Andrew Stretch

Oct 07, 2024 | 18:14 EDT Oct 07, 2024

Talking Death Roll Show, Camp Rend, Horror, And Indie Production With Frankie and KP

Last week we caught up with DM Frankie and player KP of 11 Studios to talk about Camp Rend, the upcoming first season of a Horror TTRPG Anthology show.

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Interview Andrew Stretch

Sep 30, 2024 | 10:34 EDT Sep 30, 2024

Critical Role And Legend Of Vox Machina S3 Cast Discuss Changing Story, Revisiting Moments, And Mighty Nein Update

We had a chance to hear from the cast of The Legend Of Vox Machina about how they approach story changes, being back in the recording booth, and a brief update for The Mighty Nein.

Felicia Day Twenty Sided Tavern Interview

Interview Andrew Stretch

Sep 18, 2024 | 10:00 EDT Sep 18, 2024

Felicia Day Is A New Guest At The Twenty-Sided Tavern; The Key To Improv And Dungeons & Dragons

Ahead of her debut at the Twenty Sided Tavern we caught up to talk with Felicia Day about Improv, stage acting, and hints about The Guild in 2025

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Interview Andrew Stretch

Aug 28, 2024 | 20:00 EDT Aug 28, 2024

Ify Nwadiwe and Jacob Wysocki Chat Never Stop Blowing Up, Being New at a Table, and Proudly Being Nerds

Last week we got to talk with Ify Nwadiwe and Jacob Wysocki about the finale of Never Stop Blowing Up, being the GM, and improv tricks in a role-playing game.

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Interview Andrew Stretch

Aug 28, 2024 | 19:30 EDT Aug 28, 2024

Izzy Rowland And Alex Song-Xia Talk Never Stop Blowing Up, How Cowardice Shaped A Character, And That Die Hard Is A Christmas Movie

With the conclusion of the thrilling Never Stop Blowing Up available we sat down to talk with Izzy Rowland And Alex Song-Xia about the insanity that took place in the dome

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Interview Andrew Stretch

Aug 28, 2024 | 19:00 EDT Aug 28, 2024

How Brennan Lee Mulligan Created Never Stop Blowing Up, A Love Letter To 80s Action Movies In TTRPG Form

I had a chance to talk to Dimension 20 creator and GM of Never Stop Blowing Up, Brennan Lee Mulligan, about homebrewed mechanics, character choices, and his own favorite action movie.

Interview Andrew Stretch

Aug 12, 2024 | 09:00 EDT Aug 12, 2024

Exploring 12 Sided Studios: Jasper William Cartwright On Empowering Creators & Creative Flexibility

Last week we got to talk with Jasper William Cartwright about the creation and goal of 12 Sided Studios seeking to "democratize the creative space and give the keys to the creator"

Interview Andrew Stretch

Jul 19, 2024 | 12:00 EDT Jul 19, 2024

Taliesin Jaffe Talks Asha Of Critical Role Downfall, Monk Builds, And What Ashton Thinks

We spoke with Taliesin Jaffe, co-founder of Critical Role, about the apocalyptic events occurring in Critical Role Downfall. Hear how he created Asha, what she could have been, and what Ashton thinks of the whole thing.

Interview Andrew Stretch

May 31, 2024 | 10:00 EDT May 31, 2024

Felicia Day Talks Making 3D Printing A More Inviting Space With FeliciaDay3D

We talk with Felicia Day about her new 3D Printing project, FeliciaDay3D, models on offer, and the importance of inviting new creators into the space.

Interview Tyler Chancey

Oct 28, 2023 | 14:20 EDT Oct 28, 2023

Backwards RPG Interview: Growing a Horror Series

Recently, we sat down with the developers of Backwards RPG about their recent Kickstarter campaign, and the joys and challenges of growing a horror series.

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Interview Giaco Furino

Sep 26, 2023 | 11:00 EDT Sep 26, 2023

Descent Betrayer's War Interview - Inside Look At Tabletop Design

In our Descent Betrayer's War Interview we spoke to lead designer Philip D. Henry about what went into crafting the tabletop game's first major expansion

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Interview Tyler Chancey

May 26, 2023 | 11:00 EDT May 26, 2023

Alchemy RPG, VTTs, and A Focus on Roleplaying

We at TechRaptor have a conversation with Alchemy RPG CEO Chris Eddie about their VTT, and the challenges of approachability.

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Interview Giaco Furino

Feb 28, 2023 | 16:42 EST Feb 28, 2023

How These Healing Dice Can Save A Life

We interviewed the team behind The Healing Dice to learn more about these dice with organs in them and the power of being an organ donor

Interview Tyler Chancey

Nov 11, 2022 | 13:44 EST Nov 11, 2022

Witch: Fated Souls 2E: Bringing Respect To Dark Storytelling

Recently, we sat down with the developers of Witch: Fated Souls 2E about the design challenges of dark and mature shared storytelling.

The Contents of a SolForge Fusion Starter Kit box

Interview Andrew Stretch

Oct 25, 2022 | 12:05 EDT Oct 25, 2022

SolForge Fusion's Inception And Future With Richard Garfield And Justin Gary

SolForge Fusion, from the minds of Richard Garfield and Justin Gary, has now released and we were lucky enough to speak about what makes it unique.

Official title artwork for the TTRPG Under The Autumn Strangely

Interview Tyler Chancey

Sep 12, 2022 | 11:00 EDT Sep 12, 2022

Under The Autumn Strangely: Pastoral Horror and Shared Stories

We sat down to talk with the creative voice behind the pastoral horror shared GM TTRPG, Under The Autumn Strangely with its creator Graham Gentz.

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Interview Tyler Chancey

Jun 29, 2022 | 12:00 EDT Jun 29, 2022

Steamforged Games: Local Legends, TTRPGs, and Adaptations

We sat down with Steamforged Games about their newest kickstarter, Epic Encounters: Local Legends, and the shift to TTRPG adaptations of beloved properties.

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Interview Tyler Chancey

Jun 06, 2022 | 11:00 EDT Jun 06, 2022

Liches, Vecna, and Stranger Things: Our Interview With Chris Perkins

With the release of Stranger Things Season 4, we talked with Chris Perkins about the enduring legacy of liches and its progenitor, Vecna The Whispered One.

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Interview Tyler Chancey

May 24, 2022 | 12:00 EDT May 24, 2022

Backroads: Bringing Southern Gothic Horror To The Table

We sat down with the lead designers at Backwater Games about their newest Kickstarter TTRPG Project, Backroads, and their creative process.

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Interview Giaco Furino

Apr 15, 2022 | 12:00 EDT Apr 15, 2022

Para Bellum Games Talks New Conquest Army The Old Dominion

We talk with Para Bellum Games about the newest faction to join their rank-and-flank tabletop wargame, Conquest: The Last Argument of Kings.

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Interview Tyler Chancey

Jan 28, 2022 | 11:00 EST Jan 28, 2022

Werewolf The Apocalypse: Retaliation, FLYOS, and Narrative Board Game Design

We sit down to talk to FLYOS' own Thomas Filippi about his studio's upcoming World of Darkness board game, Werewolf The Apocalypse: Retaliation.

Interview Adam Potts

Jul 03, 2021 | 12:00 EDT Jul 03, 2021

Kings of War Armada Seas Aflame Interview

We talk to the team at Mantic Games about the upcoming supplement, Seas Aflame for the nautical wargame Kings of War Armada, along with finding out the next factions.

Interview Adam Potts

Jun 08, 2021 | 11:00 EDT Jun 08, 2021

Elder Scrolls Call to Arms - ESO Character Pack Interview

We chat to the Modiphius Team about the newly released Elder Scrolls Online Character Pack for Call to Arms, and where it fits into the timeline.

Interview Tyler Chancey

May 28, 2021 | 11:00 EDT May 28, 2021

The Bodhana Group: How Gaming Eases Mental Health

Jack Berkenstock Jr. talks about how tabletop gaming eases anxiety as well as how players can make their tables more welcoming.

Interview Adam Potts

Apr 17, 2021 | 12:15 EDT Apr 17, 2021

Carnevale Veteran Gamer Interview - Getting Started in Carnevale

Carnevale is a narrative skirmish game, set in the streets of Venice. We chat to a veteran player about how to get started in Carnevale.

Interview Tyler Chancey

Mar 11, 2021 | 11:00 EST Mar 11, 2021

Avatar: The Last Airbender RPG Interview

An Avatar RPG carries a lot of expectations and concerns. After spending some time with the creative minds behind it, those concerns are dampened.

Interview Adam Potts

Feb 27, 2021 | 12:00 EST Feb 27, 2021

Lasting Tales Mark Latham Interview / Fantasy Series 1 Preview

We chat to Mark Latham, the designer of the upcoming Lasting Tales, and preview Fantasy Series 1, the upcoming miniatures that work with it.

Interview Adam Potts

Feb 22, 2021 | 12:00 EST Feb 22, 2021

Mordheim Creator Tuomas Pirinen Interview

Warhammer Mordheim was a fantastic skirmish game released in 1999. We chat to its creator Tuomas Pirinen about its ongoing community support.

Interview James Bentley

Feb 15, 2021 | 12:00 EST Feb 15, 2021

Magic: The Gathering Kaldheim Artist Sarah Finnigan Interview

We recently had the opportunity to speak to Sarah Finnigan, an artist who worked on Magic: The Gathering Kaldheim, and we got some delightful answers

Interview Adam Potts

Dec 04, 2020 | 12:30 EST Dec 04, 2020

A Song of Ice and Fire TMG Greyjoy Interview

With House Gryjoy recently announced for A Song of Ice and Fire Tabletop Miniatures Game, we wanted to know more about how the nautical faction would operate on the tabletop. So we tracked down Fábio Cury, Lead Developer for ASOIAF TMG to find out.

Interview Adam Potts

Dec 02, 2020 | 11:00 EST Dec 02, 2020

Kings of War Armada Matt Gilbert Interview

One of the inspirations behind our Nautical Tabletop Season is the newly released Kings of War Armada from Mantic Games. We chat to Studio Manager and Armada developer Matt Gilbert about Armada and its future plans. You can find out more about

Interview Adam Potts

Nov 26, 2020 | 11:30 EST Nov 26, 2020

Blood and Plunder Mike Tunez Interview

Blood and Plunder was an incredibly successful Kickstarter for Firelock Games (and our review is coming tomorrow). Their latest Kickstarter, Blood and Plunder Raise the Black was also a success. We talked to Mike Tunez about Blood and Plunder, the

Interview Adam Potts

Nov 25, 2020 | 10:30 EST Nov 25, 2020

Dystopian Wars Developer Interview

The 3rd Edition of Dystopian Wars was initially planned for this year after Warcradle acquired the property. But the current global situation has delayed it. We chatted to Stuart Mackaness, Warcradle's Studio Manager about the upcoming nautical

Interview Adam Potts

Nov 20, 2020 | 11:00 EST Nov 20, 2020

Trafalgar Mark Latham Interview

If you've been following our Nautical Tabletop Season, then our next interviewee's name and work has come up a lot throughout the season. Having worked with them in the past, it's a pleasure to sit down again with Mark Latham and talk about his work

Interview Adam Potts

Nov 18, 2020 | 12:00 EST Nov 18, 2020

Raging Heroes Pirates of the White Sea Interview

As part of our Nautical Tabletop Season, we chat with Benoit Guerville, the Creative Director of Raging Heroes about their Pirates of the White Sea line.

Interview Adam Potts

Nov 13, 2020 | 11:30 EST Nov 13, 2020

The Drowned and the Damned Developer Interview

The Drowned and the Damned is an upcoming fantasy ship wargame from the creators of Pirates of the Dread Sea. We talk to Rich Chappell about TDatD's creation, plans, and his gaming history. This article forms part of our Nautical Tabletop Month

Interview Adam Potts

Nov 12, 2020 | 11:00 EST Nov 12, 2020

Abyssoul Fausto Palumbo Developer Interview

Abyssoul's range of miniatures caught our eye for their unique character. Each sculpt is filled with incredible detail, even before you look into the character's backstory. We sit down to talk with Fausto Palumbo about starting this project and its

Interview Adam Potts

Nov 09, 2020 | 12:30 EST Nov 09, 2020

Sails of Glory Developer Interview

Following up on our Sails of Glory review, we caught up with the games' designer Andrea Angiolino and Andrea Mainini, and Roberto Di Meglio from Ares Games Production, for a chat about designing Sails of Glory and how players should look to expand

Interview Adam Potts

Nov 07, 2020 | 11:00 EST Nov 07, 2020

Black Seas Gabrio Tolentino Interview

Following up on our Black Seas review, we caught up with the games' designer Gabrio Tolentino for a chat about designing Black Seas and putting together such an awesome starter-set. This article forms part of our Nautical Tabletop Month that's

Interview Adam Potts

Nov 04, 2020 | 11:00 EST Nov 04, 2020

Jon Webb Doom Pig Miniatures Interview

Doom Pig miniatures is a brand new endeavor from Jon Webb, a hobby veteran and professional painter who's worked across the wargaming industry. Doom Pig recently launched with a line of 28mm pirates and 6mm floating castles that are suitable for use

Interview Adam Potts

Nov 02, 2020 | 11:00 EST Nov 02, 2020

Man O War Interview Andy Jones

To start our celebration of all things tabletop and nautical, we decided to speak to a wargaming legend, Andy Jones. He was part of the development team for Games Workshop's Man O War and both supplements. Man O War was a ships wargame, set in

Interview Adam Potts

Oct 17, 2020 | 12:00 EDT Oct 17, 2020

LimboDivision209 Interview

There's a lot of Cyberpunk this year, with the upcoming 2077 video game and the update to the original RPG Cyberpunk Red. But you can never have too much and LimboDivision209's cyberpunk heroines look incredible, so we sat down with their creator Ed

Interview Robert N Adams

Jun 04, 2020 | 11:00 EDT Jun 04, 2020

Zer0 Inbox Deconstructs Corporate Culture on Kickstarter

Have you ever read an email from your manager and wanted to throw your coffee mug out the window? Perhaps someone emailed you a “quick question” that ended up destroying an hour of your day. If you sympathize with these frustrations, then you might

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