Lars Besten
Lars Besten is a freelance illustrator from Hattingen who contributes game art since 2025, focusing on animal and science-fiction themes.
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Biography
According to BoardGameGeek, Lars Besten is a freelance illustrator based in Hattingen, Germany. He appears in our database from 2025 onward. His BGG bio points to a personal website for examples of his work. No birth date or further personal details are provided in the source data.
Career
Documented as a games artist starting in 2025, Lars currently has one credited title in our database. That entry suggests he works on themes combining animals and sci‑fi and provides artwork suitable for mechanics like tile placement, area majority, and open drafting. There are no listed awards or additional collaborations in the provided data.
Most Famous Games
The recorded title is Ape Town (2025), where Besten is credited as the illustrator. Ape Town blends Animals and Science Fiction with mechanics such as hexagon grid, territory building and tile placement. No further top titles or awards are listed in the source.
Design Style
His visual approach favors thematic animal and sci‑fi motifs that fit tactical, area-focused games. The art supports mechanics like Area Majority, Open Drafting and Tile Placement with clear, theme-driven imagery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lars Besten from?
BoardGameGeek lists him as being from Hattingen, Germany.
What is their most famous game?
The recorded game is Ape Town (2025).
What mechanic is their signature?
Tile Placement, Area Majority/Influence and Open Drafting appear as the main mechanics in the available data.
How long have they been active?
They are recorded as active in 2025 in our data.
Verdict
Players who appreciate animal- or sci‑fi-themed artwork should watch his work—currently exemplified by Ape Town (2025).
