From Idea to Shelf — The Publishing Path for Accessible Games
Title:
From Idea to Shelf — The Publishing Path for Accessible Games
Year:
2026
Original Order:
25667
Game:
TRD26ND329866
Short Description:
Helaina will help demystify the publishing process, sharing publishing-specific decisions that shape the publication of a game, and illustrate how to design for broad appeal without sacrificing depth.
Long Description:
Game design comes down to finding the right balance between making a game accessible for your intended audience, creating a thoughtful structure that audience, and ensuring it can hold up over time. Drawing on over a decade of publishing experience, this session blends storytelling, practical frameworks, and interactive moments to guide participants through the full lifecycle of a game—from initial concept to playtesting, production, and community building. Each segment emphasizes actionable takeaways, while highlighting inclusive design principles that ensure games resonate across ages and abilities.
Event Type:
TRD - Trade Day Events
Minimum Players:
1
Maximum Players:
25
Age Required:
Mature (18+)
Experience Required:
None (You've never played before - rules will be taught)