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Published — 05. Mai 2026 ⏭ Pektis Studio

Warum perfekte Balance Spiele tötet

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05. Mai 2026 um 17:18

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Perfekte Balance klingt nach dem Ziel. Ist es aber nicht.
Die unvergesslichsten Momente in Brettspielen entstehen durch Spannung – und Spannung braucht gut gehandhabtes Ungleichgewicht.

00:00 Der Balance-Mythos
00:36 Was ist perfekte Balance?
01:10 Ungewissheit erzeugt Spannung
02:13 Risiko fördert Anspannung und Entdeckungsfreude
02:46 Kontrolliertes Ungleichgewicht
#boardgame #gamedesign #psychology #boardgamedesign #tabletop

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Ever wonder why you can't stop playing your favorite game? 🤔 It might not be because you're good at it, but rather the powerful role losing plays in game psychology. This video explores how losing acts as a strong psychological trigger, driving player engagement and encouraging continuous play through a unique mindset. We dive into the game development choices that leverage this aspect for ultimate player retention.
Published — 29. April 2026 ⏭ Pektis Studio

Unboxing our first game.. 2 years later

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29. April 2026 um 16:00

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We are looking back at the first time we ever opened our very first board games creation from two years ago!

00:00 The Regret
00:26 What is a perfect balance
03:01 Rulebooks, Referencesheet, Map, and Playerboard
07:51 Transports
09:13 Encounters
10:35 Destinations
11:29 Wooden Tokens
13:00 Perspective


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Ever wonder why you can't stop playing your favorite game? 🤔 It might not be because you're good at it, but rather the powerful role losing plays in game psychology. This video explores how losing acts as a strong psychological trigger, driving player engagement and encouraging continuous play through a unique mindset. We dive into the game development choices that leverage this aspect for ultimate player retention.
Published — 24. April 2026 ⏭ Pektis Studio
Published — 22. April 2026 ⏭ Pektis Studio

Unbalanced Games Hit Harder

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22. April 2026 um 16:00

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Perfect balance sounds like the goal. It isn't.

The most memorable moments in board games come from tension — and tension requires imbalance handled well.

00:00 The balance myth
00:26 What is a perfect balance
01:24 Uncertainty creates Excitement
01:58 Risk helps Tension and Exploration
03:00 What this means for how we design at Pektis
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Ever wonder why you can't stop playing your favorite game? 🤔 It might not be because you're good at it, but rather the powerful role losing plays in game psychology. This video explores how losing acts as a strong psychological trigger, driving player engagement and encouraging continuous play through a unique mindset. We dive into the game development choices that leverage this aspect for ultimate player retention.
Published — 15. April 2026 ⏭ Pektis Studio

Losing Games Trigger This in Your Brain

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15. April 2026 um 16:01

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Unpopular opinion: losing is one of the most powerful design tools a board game can have.

Here's the psychology behind why losing makes you want to play again — and how great games use it deliberately.

00:00 The counterintuitive truth about losing
00:43 The near-miss effect
01:27 Variable scoring and Tension
01:40 Why winning is less sticky than losing
01:54 How great designers use this intentionally
02:59 What this means for Players and Designers

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Ever wonder why you can't stop playing your favorite game? 🤔 It might not be because you're good at it, but rather the powerful role losing plays in game psychology. This video explores how losing acts as a strong psychological trigger, driving player engagement and encouraging continuous play through a unique mindset. We dive into the game development choices that leverage this aspect for ultimate player retention.
Published — 14. April 2026 ⏭ Pektis Studio
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Published — 09. April 2026 ⏭ Pektis Studio
Published — 08. April 2026 ⏭ Pektis Studio

The Perfect Loop: Why One More Round Turns Into All Night

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08. April 2026 um 17:01

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“You say one more round… and suddenly it’s 2 a.m.

Trick-taking games are some of the most addictive card games ever designed — but why?

In this video, we break down the psychology behind games like The Crew: The Quest for Planet Nine, Skull King, and Cat in a Box, and explain the hidden design systems that keep players coming back for “just one more round.”

If you’re into board game design, game psychology, or boardgames— this is for you.

What trick-taking game keeps you playing?

00:00 - 00:44 Intro
00:45 - 01:20 Hidden Information
01:21 - 01:43 Forced Decisions
01:44 - 02:13 Fast Feedback
02:14 - 03:05 Perfect Loop
03:06 - 03:53 Outtro and Blooper



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Published — 01. April 2026 ⏭ Pektis Studio

The Surprising Truth About Randomness in Strategy Games

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01. April 2026 um 17:00

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Why do some strategy games feel exciting… while others feel predictable and boring?

The answer might surprise you: randomness.

In this video, we break down why randomness isn’t a flaw in game design — it’s actually what makes strategy games more engaging, replayable, and fun. From drawing cards to unexpected outcomes, randomness creates tension, meaningful decisions, and those unforgettable moments where everything changes.

If you're into board games, game design, or just curious about how great games work, this video is for you.

00:00 - 00:52 Intro
00:53 - 01:43 What does Randomness really mean
01:44 - 02:18 Randomness creates interesting choices
02:19 - 02:56 Randomness creates Replayability
02:57 - 03:24 Randomness creates Emotional Tension
03:24 - 04:30 Sum up
04:30 - 05:06 Outtro


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Published — 31. März 2026 ⏭ Pektis Studio
Published — 27. März 2026 ⏭ Pektis Studio

Fix your playtesting, designers. #board #gamedevblog #boardgames

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Von: Pektis Studio
27. März 2026 um 17:01

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Discover how to improve your playtesting process as a board game designer. In this video, we'll be discussing common mistakes designers make during playtesting and providing actionable tips to help you refine your game. From identifying blind spots to gathering meaningful feedback, we'll cover the essential strategies to elevate your playtesting and create a better gaming experience for your players. Whether you're a seasoned game developer or just starting out, this video is perfect for anyone looking to take their board game design skills to the next level. Learn how to streamline your playtesting process, increase player engagement, and ultimately create a more enjoyable and polished game.
Published — 25. März 2026 ⏭ Pektis Studio

Why Some Card Games Feel Smart… and Others feel random

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25. März 2026 um 17:00

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Why do some card games feel incredibly strategic… while others feel completely random?

In this video, we break down the 3 hidden design principles that make games feel deep:

00:00 - 00:42 Intro
00:43 - 01:35 What does deapth really mean
01:36 - 02:20 Meaningful choices
02:21 - 02:37 Trade-offs
02:37 - 03:15 Delayed rewards

Using examples from popular games like Terraforming Mars and Wingspan, we’ll show how great game design creates satisfying decisions — and how we applied these ideas in our own game Fintastic Sea.

If you're designing your own card game, this is one of the most important concepts to understand.

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Published — 24. März 2026 ⏭ Pektis Studio
Published — 19. März 2026 ⏭ Pektis Studio
Published — 18. März 2026 ⏭ Pektis Studio

The Secret to Great Combo Card Games (Board Game Design)

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18. März 2026 um 17:01

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The most satisfying moment in card games is when one card triggers another… and suddenly your turn explodes into a huge combo.
But great combo systems don’t happen by accident.
In this video I’ll show you how designers build them step-by-step.

00:00 - Bloppers
00:37 - Why Combo games are so popular
01:28 - What is combo mechanics
03:04 - Core Actions
03:18 - Triggering Conditions
04:25 - Add a Combo Zone
05:03 - Balance the Power
06:45 - Playtest Your game


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Published — 11. März 2026 ⏭ Pektis Studio

Battle of the Knollen: Necromancer and Thief

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11. März 2026 um 17:00

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Published — 04. März 2026 ⏭ Pektis Studio

Battle of the Knollen: Warrior and Shaman

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04. März 2026 um 17:00

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Published — 25. Februar 2026 ⏭ Pektis Studio

Things we learn from our second boardgame: Fintastic Sea

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25. Februar 2026 um 17:01

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Published — 18. Februar 2026 ⏭ Pektis Studio

Battle of the Knollen: Mage and Priest

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18. Februar 2026 um 17:00

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