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Catan Case Study: How a Simple Trading Game Changed Modern Board Games

By Michał Gryń

Catan did not invent its mechanics. It combined familiar systems into an accessible, social game that changed what millions expected from board games.

7 min

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Why Is Monopoly So Popular? How One Game Introduced Generations to Board Games

By Michał Gryń

Why is Monopoly still so popular despite its flaws? Explore its history, social appeal, gateway role, and lessons for board game designers.

9 min

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Rethinking Board Game Balance: Lessons Learned from Gutenberg

By Wojtek "Łosiu" Wiśniewski

Discover why perfect balance isn’t the goal in board game design. Using insights from Gutenberg, this article explores perceived fairness, player expectations, and how to create asymmetric characters that feel exciting and still feel fair.

5 min

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