Publisher

Boardgame Space

Boardgame Space is a Dubai-founded publisher/distributor active since 1997, specializing in English distribution and localizations for the Middle East.

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Biography

According to its publisher blurb, Boardgame Space was founded in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, in 2015 as a board game publisher/distributor. Our database lists 27 games under the company. It focuses on English-language distribution of modern tabletop games and works with publishers on English/Arabic localizations.

Career

The data shows an activity range from 1997 to 2024, with a regional focus on the Middle East market. The catalogue is dominated by card and party games; mechanically the portfolio features Hand Management, Open Drafting and Contracts. Boardgame Space brings family- and party-oriented titles to the region and cooperates with external publishers for localization and distribution.

Most Famous Games

Notable titles in their list include Flip 7 (2024), Spicy (2020), Codenames: Pictures (2016), 7 Wonders Duel (2015) and Codenames (2015). Several of these games have received multiple recognitions in family and party award categories.

Design Style

The publisher emphasizes family and party experiences, with a strong presence of card-based designs. Signature mechanics include Hand Management, Open Drafting and Set Collection, and partnerships for localization are central to their approach.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Boardgame Space from?

The publisher blurb states it was founded in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE).

What is their most famous game?

One of the most prominent listed titles is Flip 7 (2024).

What mechanic is their signature?

Frequent mechanics in their portfolio are Hand Management, Open Drafting and Contracts.

How long have they been active?

The dataset lists activity from 1997 to 2024; the publisher notes a founding in Dubai in 2015.

Verdict

If you are in the Middle East looking for English-language family and party games, Boardgame Space is a key regional distributor and localization partner.