Back game designing. My hands became sore from constantly rewriting cards. Label maker to the rescue! 🎲✂️

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Scooped up some supplies to elevate the proxy testing. I plan on getting some models 3D printed in the next week or so. Coolest part is I can actually make anything myself, as I have a certificate in 3D modelling/character creation. Excited to go to the next level!

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This is also good because it aligns with a typical round of the Pokémon Trading Card Game or One Piece. Not that I have any desire to infringe on that territory. Just as a measuring stick.

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UPDATE: My ever-loving partner convinced me to do another test after I amended some changes. The game is feeling very good. I checked how long it would take from the opening die roll to the final card drawn (see photo). Pretty happy with this. 🎲✂️

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I think I have the right gameplay mechanics in place for Gears & Glitches, but now it comes down to weighting them. This most recent test made the game feel too long. Some changes and we continue testing. 🎲✂️

P.S. I'll be sure to lower my hand in the next playthrough time-lapse!

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Sometimes the way to make a game better is to take something out, not add more to it.

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Nothing but a pencil and card stock! Rewriting the "Grid" cards for my game. Too many years typing on a keyboard have made my hands weak 😂. 🎲✂️

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Not feeling very motivated tonight. However, I'm at a stage in my board game proxy testing where I need new cards. I bought this tiny cutter for $25 and it's perfect for the job! 🎲✂️

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It's funny... Looking back on my inspirations for Gears & Glitches, sure, I can point to other games. However, I can't deny the impact Junkyard Wars and Battlebots had on it. Does anyone remember those shows? Especially the former? ⚙️🤖⚡️

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But all this to say, if you are a board game lover, a lover of games, or a lover of anything, I'd love to connect with you and learn more as I take this journey step-by-step. ⚙️🤖⚡️

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Today, I filmed my first play-through. It was so cool to leverage existing tech I have to create an entirely new experience. To see the board grow out through this video brought a sense of joy to me. This wild idea I had is coming to life! ⚙️🤖⚡️

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Over the weekend, I created my first proxies: simple, cutout card stock. I've tested the game three times, gathering feedback from my ever-loving and supportive partner. I'm really proud of where the game is going! ⚙️🤖⚡️

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Gears & Glitches began as an exploration tile game, with inspiration from TCGs, Carcassonne, and Mario Party. It has since grown to become a task-driven, interactive experience with a new board every play-through. ⚙️🤖⚡️

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Hi there! 👋

I’m working on a new board game — Gears & Glitches! 🤖

Explore a world of cute robots, quirky tasks, and unexpected glitches! Can’t wait to share more soon! 🛠️

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