Alex / Microdot Games
@alcannon.bsky.social
Marketeer by day, Boardgame Designer by night. Publisher by morning. Recovering musician. Big dad energy.
May 27, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Next week I'll be at UK Games Expo! Looking forward to meeting my gaming friends ☺️ if you see me say hello!
May 23, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Next week I'll be at UK Games Expo! Looking forward to meeting my gaming friends ☺️ if you see me say hello!
With the heavy mist of nebula dust around them, in the far reaches of barely civilised space a mechanical fault is about to spark a chain reaction of events that leave the entire sector hanging in the balance.
May 19, 2025 at 3:16 PM
With the heavy mist of nebula dust around them, in the far reaches of barely civilised space a mechanical fault is about to spark a chain reaction of events that leave the entire sector hanging in the balance.
Attention all space game geeks. What are your favourite ship minis?
I have plans to make my own ship design into a 3d model, so that PnPers with 3D printers can get a perfect match with the ship from the game, but I'm always on the lookout for games or minis I could point to.
I have plans to make my own ship design into a 3d model, so that PnPers with 3D printers can get a perfect match with the ship from the game, but I'm always on the lookout for games or minis I could point to.
May 17, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Attention all space game geeks. What are your favourite ship minis?
I have plans to make my own ship design into a 3d model, so that PnPers with 3D printers can get a perfect match with the ship from the game, but I'm always on the lookout for games or minis I could point to.
I have plans to make my own ship design into a 3d model, so that PnPers with 3D printers can get a perfect match with the ship from the game, but I'm always on the lookout for games or minis I could point to.
Attention all space game geeks. What are your favourite ship minis?
I have plans to make my own ship design into a 3d model, so that PnPers with 3D printers can get a perfect match with the ship from the game, but I'm always on the lookout for games or minis I could point to.
I have plans to make my own ship design into a 3d model, so that PnPers with 3D printers can get a perfect match with the ship from the game, but I'm always on the lookout for games or minis I could point to.
May 17, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Attention all space game geeks. What are your favourite ship minis?
I have plans to make my own ship design into a 3d model, so that PnPers with 3D printers can get a perfect match with the ship from the game, but I'm always on the lookout for games or minis I could point to.
I have plans to make my own ship design into a 3d model, so that PnPers with 3D printers can get a perfect match with the ship from the game, but I'm always on the lookout for games or minis I could point to.
I've been working with artists from MiTale Games, Ira Sarsila, Aissa Nylund, and Maria Hänninen.
Together they have taken my previous prototypes to new heights including this amazing cover design. I love the retro futuristic vibe that matches so well with the gameplay! 😍
Together they have taken my previous prototypes to new heights including this amazing cover design. I love the retro futuristic vibe that matches so well with the gameplay! 😍
May 15, 2025 at 11:46 AM
I've been working with artists from MiTale Games, Ira Sarsila, Aissa Nylund, and Maria Hänninen.
Together they have taken my previous prototypes to new heights including this amazing cover design. I love the retro futuristic vibe that matches so well with the gameplay! 😍
Together they have taken my previous prototypes to new heights including this amazing cover design. I love the retro futuristic vibe that matches so well with the gameplay! 😍
In the latest installment of "microgames that fit on an airline tray table" we have Gloomhaven: Buttons and Bugs. This delightful adaptation condenses the rich strategic gameplay of the original, implementing them in just about the smallest package possible.
April 27, 2025 at 3:38 PM
In the latest installment of "microgames that fit on an airline tray table" we have Gloomhaven: Buttons and Bugs. This delightful adaptation condenses the rich strategic gameplay of the original, implementing them in just about the smallest package possible.
This week I put together my *ultimate* collection that fits into a Kallax cube. As a Microgame aficionado I managed to get 45 games in, including some heavier games and lots of variety.
Full post on my website:
(microdotgames.com/2025/03/03/t...).
What games would go into your one-cube collection?
Full post on my website:
(microdotgames.com/2025/03/03/t...).
What games would go into your one-cube collection?
March 4, 2025 at 3:07 PM
This week I put together my *ultimate* collection that fits into a Kallax cube. As a Microgame aficionado I managed to get 45 games in, including some heavier games and lots of variety.
Full post on my website:
(microdotgames.com/2025/03/03/t...).
What games would go into your one-cube collection?
Full post on my website:
(microdotgames.com/2025/03/03/t...).
What games would go into your one-cube collection?
It's that time of year again! 🎄
December 23, 2024 at 11:18 PM
It's that time of year again! 🎄
Welcome to my 2024 holiday gift guide!
I start with an honourable mention on my wishlist: the Holiday Hijinks series.
These holiday themed micro escape rooms use just a handful of cards to create an puzzle experience you can fit in your pocket (or in your stocking!)
I start with an honourable mention on my wishlist: the Holiday Hijinks series.
These holiday themed micro escape rooms use just a handful of cards to create an puzzle experience you can fit in your pocket (or in your stocking!)
December 15, 2024 at 4:38 PM
Welcome to my 2024 holiday gift guide!
I start with an honourable mention on my wishlist: the Holiday Hijinks series.
These holiday themed micro escape rooms use just a handful of cards to create an puzzle experience you can fit in your pocket (or in your stocking!)
I start with an honourable mention on my wishlist: the Holiday Hijinks series.
These holiday themed micro escape rooms use just a handful of cards to create an puzzle experience you can fit in your pocket (or in your stocking!)
On my way to Dragonmeet! See you there?
November 30, 2024 at 8:14 AM
On my way to Dragonmeet! See you there?
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A reminder that while online game development can be efficient, there is nothing like getting a prototype on a physical table. Had a really enjoyable and productive day with @alcannon.bsky.social in a nice coffee shop in Guildford. 🎲✂️ #BoardGameDesign
November 22, 2024 at 8:30 PM
A reminder that while online game development can be efficient, there is nothing like getting a prototype on a physical table. Had a really enjoyable and productive day with @alcannon.bsky.social in a nice coffee shop in Guildford. 🎲✂️ #BoardGameDesign
You can get 80% of the benefit of Pareto's principal by understanding 20% of it.
November 17, 2024 at 5:35 PM
You can get 80% of the benefit of Pareto's principal by understanding 20% of it.
Stretch Goal Unlocked! 🥳 Each and every map for Roll A Coaster Park will now come with an alternative map layout - double the fun 😁
May 9, 2024 at 11:38 PM
Stretch Goal Unlocked! 🥳 Each and every map for Roll A Coaster Park will now come with an alternative map layout - double the fun 😁
Reposted by Alex / Microdot Games
Mays Indie Tabletop Newsletter is live! Check out fantastic content from: @atikingames.bsky.social @alcannon.bsky.social @benny275.bsky.social @unfringedthings.bsky.social
www.atikingames.com/newsletter/may2024/
www.atikingames.com/newsletter/may2024/
May 2024
Welcome to the Indie Tabletop Newsletter, hear from independent tabletop games designers about their current and upcoming projects. Take a look at the games we've already self-published and our upcomi...
www.atikingames.com
May 7, 2024 at 1:13 PM
Mays Indie Tabletop Newsletter is live! Check out fantastic content from: @atikingames.bsky.social @alcannon.bsky.social @benny275.bsky.social @unfringedthings.bsky.social
www.atikingames.com/newsletter/may2024/
www.atikingames.com/newsletter/may2024/
Playing one of the scenario maps today. This one gives a literal twist to the game, which turns the action selection puzzle up to 11. Not for beginners!
May 5, 2024 at 1:03 PM
Playing one of the scenario maps today. This one gives a literal twist to the game, which turns the action selection puzzle up to 11. Not for beginners!
I accidentally found out a local train bridge tunnel has the resonant frequency of Bb
May 2, 2024 at 4:51 PM
I accidentally found out a local train bridge tunnel has the resonant frequency of Bb
One day to go! 🎢
April 29, 2024 at 7:37 PM
One day to go! 🎢
April 27, 2024 at 7:28 PM
Time to take a break from my game about building a rollercoaster park and filling it with guests and hey wait...
April 26, 2024 at 10:28 PM
Time to take a break from my game about building a rollercoaster park and filling it with guests and hey wait...
Nice! 😄 The Kickstarter is a week away and I'm *hoping* to get to 100 by then. Fingers crossed!
#kickstarterboardgames #rollandwritegame #microgamemay
#kickstarterboardgames #rollandwritegame #microgamemay
April 23, 2024 at 7:11 AM
Nice! 😄 The Kickstarter is a week away and I'm *hoping* to get to 100 by then. Fingers crossed!
#kickstarterboardgames #rollandwritegame #microgamemay
#kickstarterboardgames #rollandwritegame #microgamemay
Trying out the beginner game today. It's more streamlined, more smooth than crunchy but still gives me the same vibes as the original ☺️ pleased with that!
April 21, 2024 at 11:42 AM
Trying out the beginner game today. It's more streamlined, more smooth than crunchy but still gives me the same vibes as the original ☺️ pleased with that!
The date is set! Hope to see you there! 🥳
www.kickstarter.com/projects/mic...
www.kickstarter.com/projects/mic...
April 18, 2024 at 9:47 PM
The date is set! Hope to see you there! 🥳
www.kickstarter.com/projects/mic...
www.kickstarter.com/projects/mic...
I honed my game design skills in the BGG print and play contests, and one of my favourite categories was always "best game to play on an airline tray."
Now it's time to put that to the test 🛫
Now it's time to put that to the test 🛫
April 17, 2024 at 8:43 AM
I honed my game design skills in the BGG print and play contests, and one of my favourite categories was always "best game to play on an airline tray."
Now it's time to put that to the test 🛫
Now it's time to put that to the test 🛫
It's #MicrogameMonday again and this time it's the ultra portable abstract classic, Hive Pocket.
It has two mini(beast) expansions included, and durable bug tiles in a take anywhere bag.
Hive pocket balances simple rules and surprising strategy. An overall superb micro game!
It has two mini(beast) expansions included, and durable bug tiles in a take anywhere bag.
Hive pocket balances simple rules and surprising strategy. An overall superb micro game!
April 15, 2024 at 4:39 PM
It's #MicrogameMonday again and this time it's the ultra portable abstract classic, Hive Pocket.
It has two mini(beast) expansions included, and durable bug tiles in a take anywhere bag.
Hive pocket balances simple rules and surprising strategy. An overall superb micro game!
It has two mini(beast) expansions included, and durable bug tiles in a take anywhere bag.
Hive pocket balances simple rules and surprising strategy. An overall superb micro game!