Let's Roll Games

When people think about mental health interventions, they often think of therapy, medication, exercise, or mindfulness. Less obvious—but increasingly supported by research—is another tool sitting on many dining room tables and game stores: tabletop games. Board games, card games, role-playing games, and strategy games create something modern life often lacks: structured social connection, cognitive stimulation, emotional regulation, and shared experiences. While games are not a replacement...

…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 and their roles....