Adam Porter
Adam Porter is an English game designer based in Wales, active since 2025, focusing on fantasy themes and diverse mechanics.
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Biography
Adam Porter is an English designer working out of Wales and an active member of the Playtest UK community. He runs the YouTube channel 'Adam In Wales' and has published several books on game design. Our records list published games from 2025 onward; earlier print-and-play titles are noted but no longer available.
Career
Porter appears as a published designer from 2025. His work spans released games (e.g. Emberheart 2025, Flip Pick Towers 2026) and multiple design books. He documents design and playtesting via his channel and participates in the UK playtest scene. Mechanically his top titles feature Auction/Bidding, Set Collection, Worker Placement and Drawing elements.
Most Famous Games
Top titles in our database include Emberheart (2025) and Flip Pick Towers (2026), both with a fantasy orientation. Other mentioned releases in his BGG bio (e.g. Happy Hoppers, Zing-a-Zam) exist but are not listed as top games here.
Design Style
Porter's designs sit in the fantasy category and use a mix of mechanics—auctions, set collection, worker placement and drawing—indicating a modular, mechanic-driven approach. He has collaborated with Rob Fisher on multiple projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Adam Porter from?
He is English and works out of Wales. The source data does not provide further birthplace details.
What is their most famous game?
In our database Emberheart (2025) is listed as a leading title.
What mechanic is their signature?
Top mechanics include Auction/Bidding, Set Collection, Worker Placement and Drawing.
How long have they been active?
Our records show activity from 2025.
Verdict
Recommended for players who enjoy modern fantasy games with varied mechanics and a designer who shares his process publicly.
