Test before you commit
Playtest the Vinyl series
Each session tests an edition's rules against real table play. Print a prototype, launch an online room, or start with your own copy. Notes from one table help the next designer and the next player.
Before you start
Read the edition's rules and any errata first. Note the player count and setup you used so your report can be compared with others.
What helps most
Describe what happened at the table, where players hesitated, and which rule caused confusion. A clear account of a moment is more useful than a single verdict on whether the game was fun.
Print, play, or log in
Print-and-play and online tables
Print-and-play sheets
Download the current prototype cards and boards for table testing. Each file notes the edition version it matches.
Tabletopia rooms
Open a Tabletopia room to play a current edition with friends at a distance. Rooms reflect the latest rules on this site.
Tabletop Simulator
Use Tabletop Simulator for a fuller board setup with shuffling and hidden hands. Ask in the community for a shared save file.
Share what you find
Report a playtest or suggest a change
Use these three steps to send a focused report. Include the edition, the number of players, and the moment that needs attention.
01 Choose the edition
Name the published or in-development edition and the version of the rules or prototype you used.
02 Describe the session
Record player count, playing time, and the rule or component that caused hesitation or confusion.
03 Send your notes
Submit a suggestion or a playtest report. Clear, specific notes get the most attention and help the design move forward.