Can soft-touch varnish and linen finish live on the same tuck box?
We want a soft-touch panel with a linen-finish spine on a collector tuck box. Is that combination production-friendly, and what scuff risks should we budget for?
What carton drop-test standards should Kickstarter campaigns request?
Our campaign ships mixed-component games internationally. Which drop-test protocols and packing density targets do factories usually run before ocean freight?
How do you quote multi-language rulebooks in one SKU?
We plan EN / DE / FR rulebooks in the same retail SKU. Looking for advice on page count, paper weight, and whether factories prefer separate inserts or a single multilingual booklet.
What QC checkpoints matter most for mixed-component board games?
Our game mixes cards, wood, and plastic. Which QC checkpoints give the best signal before ocean freight, and what AQL ranges do experienced publishers usually request?
How should we brief tuck boxes for collector card decks?
Planning a collector deck with soft-touch tuck, spot UV logo, and optional foil. What should be in the manufacturing brief so coating and structure do not fight each other?
What is the process for handling custom dice designs for board games?
We are designing a custom tabletop strategy game requiring specialized polyhedral dice with bespoke iconography on critical faces. We need clarity on production tolerances, materials (acrylic vs. resin vs. metal), tooling requirements, and the step-by-step submission workflow for production molds.
What file formats do you need for custom cards?
We are preparing print files for a 54-card custom deck. What formats, bleed, and color notes do factories actually want, and what mistakes cause the most reprints?
How many sampling rounds before mass production?
First-time publisher here. How many sampling rounds should we budget for a card-and-board set with custom color matching, and when do you freeze artwork between rounds?
Can I mix wood tokens and plastic miniatures in one SKU?
Our SKU mixes turned wood discs with painted plastic minis. We need advice on tray design, transit protection, and whether factories prefer separate inner packs for the two materials.
