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Board Games

Board Games

Board Games

Scope of application: ideally suited for entertainment and education. They can be used at home for family games, in schools as an educational tool, as well as in social institutions for organizing leisure time. Our products are designed for a wide range of age categories, making them a versatile choice for any audience, original educational material, a leisure option, and a reason to gather with family or friends for an engaging activity that unites and brings loved ones together.

Material: Our board games are manufactured from high-quality binder board, which serves as the base for sturdy structural elements. The outer finish is executed using coated or designer paper, allowing us to create products with attractive design and high print quality.
 
Design features: every board game is a high-tech product. We develop packaging structures and game elements of any complexity from scratch, producing plotter samples. Game production is a combination of automated printing processes with manual operations. Our equipment allows us to create composite slim materials used to assemble both the packaging itself, its inserts (trays), and individual game elements. By using specialized die-cutting equipment, we produce cards with perfectly smooth edges in the deck. Special milling makes it possible to create rigid game packaging with perfectly straight corners (without rounding). And an automatic laminating line allows processing the base of the packaging and game elements with decorative printing with maximum precision. Combined with other special technologies, we turn your board game into a true masterpiece — a work of printing art that will catch attention on store shelves.

A board game is not just a single product, but a well-thought-out set in which the board, cards, tokens, rules, and box must work together. Game convenience depends on component sizes, whether details get lost depends on packaging logic, and whether a player understands mechanics before the first move depends on design. Board game production allows assembling an author’s, educational, or promotional project into a finished set tailored to your scenario.

Custom board games are created for various tasks: from family leisure and educational sessions to corporate activities and client gifts. They can explain a complex topic through play, introduce a brand, support a product launch, or serve as an independent product. The main thing is to determine before printing how participants will interact with components and what impressions they will retain after playing.

What Game Sets Can Be Produced

The format depends on the mechanics and audience. Some projects require a classic game board with tokens and dice, while others need a deck of cards, a set of tokens, a puzzle, or tasks assembled in a specific sequence. Children’s and educational games often contain visual elements, letters, numbers, or question cards. In a branded game, it is important that the identity complements the storyline rather than distracting the player from understanding the rules.

A set may include:

  • – a board or game mat;
  • – cards with tasks, characters, or questions;
  • – tokens, markers, counters, and other movable parts;
  • – rules, instruction manual, or booklet;
  • – a box or other packaging for storing components.

What to Consider Before Printing a Board Game

Before launching board game printing, it is worth checking the game on a prototype. Even a simple test set shows if the inscriptions are large enough, whether colors get confused, if cards are comfortable to hold, and whether there is enough room for all details in the packaging. Testing also helps identify when rules require clarification or when one component duplicates another.

Determine in advance:

  • – number of players and duration of a single game;
  • – set composition and quantity of each element;
  • – size of cards, board, and tokens;
  • – whether there are details requiring numbering or different versions;
  • – format of rules and language of materials;
  • – method of storage and transportation of the set.

If there are many cards in the game, it is useful to prepare a table with their names, numbers, and texts. For tokens and counters, prepare a separate list of shapes and quantities. This approach simplifies layout control and reduces the risk of missing an item or having duplicate items in the final print run.

Manufacturing Board Games for Education and Brands

Board game manufacturing is appropriate not only for publishing projects. Companies use game sets for onboarding new employees, trainings, presentations, events, and corporate client gifts. Participants can build a route, assign roles, find solutions, answer questions, or go through stages of a specific process. This allows delivering information through action rather than a long list of bullet points.

For children’s, educational, and social projects, it is especially important to match the complexity with the players’ age. Too small details, overloaded cards, or bulky rules can complicate usage, even if the idea itself is interesting. It is better to define one central mechanic and make every component understandable for its execution.

How a Board Game Manufacturer Helps with Packaging and Set Assembly

When searching for a board game manufacturer, usually it is not just individual printing of cards or boxes that matters, but the ability to align the entire set. During preparation, you need to match detail dimensions, quantity of components, and packaging format. The box should not be too large for a small deck, and the board should fold in a way that makes it convenient to use and store after playing.

To launch a series, it is helpful to fix specifications immediately: rule version, component count, design distribution, dimensions, and set composition. This simplifies reprinting, updating the game, or releasing expansions. If different language versions are planned, layouts should be controlled separately to ensure visual elements and text match each other.

How to Order a Board Game

To order game sets, send a description of your idea, a prototype, or ready-made layouts. In your request, specify who the game is intended for, what components should be included, how many design options are provided, and the estimated run size needed. Include rules, a list of cards, or a board sketch if available: this will help understand the set structure more accurately.

After approving the composition and parameters, you can proceed to file preparation. Before starting production, check the final set completeness against the list: board, cards, tokens, rules, packaging, and all additional inserts. Such a check takes little time but helps ensure a complete game ready for sale, education, or gifting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are game cards usually made of, and what is the best coating for them?

As a material for manufacturing board game cards, we recommend choosing coated paper with a density of 300g. As for card coating, we definitely recommend applying matte, glossy, or soft-touch lamination, which will protect the cards from damage and give them a shiny, pleasant appearance

What is the maximum number of custom cards you can collate into a deck?

Our production facilities have no limits on the number of individual cards that need to be collated into a single deck

Do you additionally produce organizers, inserts, or trays for extra fixation of game elements?

Yes, when manufacturing board games, we take into account the need for reliable fixation of game elements, so in addition to the box, we design and produce dividers, custom inserts, tray overlays, and PET bands to ensure safe storage of the complete product set

Is it possible to manufacture cards with perfectly smooth edges that, when stacked, form completely smooth deck sides?

Yes! To achieve this, we use special tunnel die-cutting (from a stack)

Our Clients' Reviews

We take pride in long-term partnerships and sincere words of gratitude. Every review is a testament to our attention to quality, deadlines, and service. Read the real impressions of our clients who have already experienced the benefits of working with us.

Oleh Danyliuk
Kyiv
We ordered packaging for a new product line, and the result exceeded expectations. The team quickly understood our idea and provided professional advice on materials and printing techniques. They produced a sample in a few days, everything was clear and well-organized. Very satisfied with the quality and service — we will definitely reach out again.
Andrii V.
Kyiv
We have been working with DesignPrint for over a year and always receive a consistently high level of service. We order POS materials, brochures, packaging — everything always looks flawless. The team is prompt, responsible, and approaches tasks openly. For us, this is a reliable partner we can depend on.
Mariia
Zhytomyr
We were looking for a contractor to manufacture packaging and branded bags for a gift line. DesignPrint helped us choose materials, selected a stylish design, and took all our wishes into account. Communication at every stage was easy and pleasant. We got a great result and positive feedback from our customers.
Svitlana Horets
Rivne
Special thanks to DesignPrint for flawless delivery and well-thought-out packaging of finished products. Everything always arrives on time, in excellent condition, taking all nuances into account. This is very important for us, as we work with large volumes. Such attention to detail and responsibility is rare to find.
Anatolii Serhiiovych
Irpin
We ordered a board game as part of an advertising campaign and were very satisfied. The team not only helped with the structural design, but also suggested interesting printing and decoration options. Everything was executed right on time, without delays, and with a wonderful result. We recommend them as a reliable partner with a creative approach.
Mykola
Kyiv
We approached them with a non-standard task — we needed to manufacture a box with foil stamping and Braille. We were impressed by how DesignPrint specialists approached the execution: they offered solutions, helped with the design, and as a result, everything looked very professional. We highly appreciate such a deep and attentive approach.

Answers to other questions

We have gathered answers to the most common questions from our clients so that you can find the necessary information faster. If you don’t find your answer here, our team will be happy to consult you personally.

What services does DesignPrint provide?

DesignPrint offers a wide range of printing services, including printing, large-format screen printing, lamination, foil stamping, Braille application, embossing, perforation, die-cutting, mounting, gluing, co-packing, assembling, scratch coating, custom packaging, structural packaging design, and packaging design adaptation.

What types of products does DesignPrint manufacture?

The company specializes in the production of boxes (of various types and purposes), paper bags, board games, magnets, paper print materials (notepads, catalogs, calendars, etc.), POS materials (posters, brochures, booklets), and promotional items.

Do you provide custom packaging design services?

Yes, DesignPrint has its own engineering and design department, which develops a branded design for the entire product line free of charge, as well as creates a pilot sample of the packaging.

What materials are used in the production of your products?

We use certified FSC® raw materials of European quality, guaranteeing environmental friendliness and high quality of our products.

How are orders delivered?

DesignPrint delivers throughout Ukraine and abroad. We cooperate with various logistics companies to ensure fast and reliable delivery.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept payment to the company’s current account. More detailed information can be obtained by contacting us using the contact details provided on the website.

How can I contact the company to discuss order details?

You can contact us by phone at 0 800 300 622 or by email at order@designprint.com.ua. You can also visit our office at the address: Kyiv, 16 Hrushetska St., office 413.

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