Overview
This month brought major advances in rules sharing and catalog presentation, along with powerful new customization options for professional studios. Key highlights include professional rules export capabilities, comprehensive catalog management improvements, an invoice generator for freelancers, and enhanced website embedding functionality.
New Features
Rules Export & Sharing
Professional PDF Export for Rules
Create publication-ready PDFs of your game rules with embedded images and professional formatting. Perfect for:
Publisher rule submissions
Playtest distribution
Convention demos
Final rulebook drafts
The system automatically handles complex content formatting and creates completely self-contained PDFs with no broken links or missing images.
BoardGameGeek Rules Integration
Convert your game rules into proper BGG markup format automatically. This feature:
Saves hours of manual reformatting for BGG rule posts
Ensures consistent rule presentation across platforms
Maintains proper BGG formatting codes
Eliminates copy-paste errors when sharing rules
Example BGG Markup
Enhanced Catalog Management
Professional Game Organization
Novelty Flags: Mark new releases to highlight your latest work
Drag-and-Drop Ordering: Arrange games to tell your design story
Custom Display Order: Lead with the strongest work or group by theme
Professional Curation: Create compelling narratives about your design philosophy
Advanced Customization Options
Custom CSS/JS Injection: Professional studios can add brand-specific styling and functionality
White-label Presentation: Maintain brand identity while using Boardssey's tools
Analytics Integration: Add custom tracking for internal metrics
Specialized Interactive Elements: Align with broader digital strategies
Website Embedding Capabilities
Dynamic Catalog Integration
Embed your game catalog directly into any website with smart functionality:
Automatic height adjustment for seamless integration
Responsive design adaptation across devices
Real-time updates when you modify game information
Professional external domain (
embed.boardssey.com) for optimized performance
Copy-Pasteable Embed Codes
Simple integration process with:
Pre-generated embed code from your catalog
No technical knowledge required
Automatic styling that adapts to host websites
Consistent branding across all embedded instances
Enhanced Game Information & Component Tools
Richer Game Pages
Genre classification and component counts prominently featured
Pricing information with MSRP and currency support
Direct BoardGameGeek links for community engagement
Improved media carousel with better navigation
Clearer download options for print-and-play files and sell sheets
Component Data Management
CSV export functionality for manufacturer sharing
Detailed specification tracking and organization
Integration with business workflows and inventory systems
Better collaboration with co-publishers and distributors
Invoice Generator
Built-in Billing Solution for Creators
Create professional invoices without leaving Boardssey:
Customizable templates tailored for creative work
Logo upload capabilities for brand consistency
Multi-currency and international support
Server-side rendering for consistent formatting across browsers
Direct integration with collaboration workflows
Perfect for freelancers and studios managing payments within their game development projects.
Enhanced Tools & Experience
Better Search & Organization
Smarter Filtering Systems
Enhanced tag filtering with integrated search capabilities
Improved dropdown menus with maximum height controls
Better "clear all" functionality with proper localization
Faster game and component discovery across large portfolios
Multi-language search support for international creators
User Experience Improvements
Interface Polish
Improved accessibility across all platform areas
More responsive dialog behavior on different screen sizes
Enhanced visual consistency throughout the interface
Better internationalization support for global creators
Streamlined navigation and clearer button layouts
Performance Optimizations
Updated core dependencies (including Polotno 2.25.3) for better security and performance
Improved caching systems for faster load times
Enhanced embed script optimization for smoother website integration
Better error handling and more informative user feedback
Coming Soon
Sell Sheet Designer
We're working on an advanced Sell Sheet Designer that will auto-generate publisher-ready sell sheets from your game data. This powerful tool will be available in Pathfinder and Oracle plans and will include:
Professional templates designed for publisher presentations
Automatic data population from your game information
Custom branding options for studios and publishers
Multiple export formats for different submission requirements
Stay tuned for the official release announcement!
Bug Fixes & Stability
Resolved Issues
Media Permissions: Fixed shared game media view permissions for proper collaboration
Embed Display: Corrected iframe resizing and layout issues across different websites
Invoice Formatting: Adjusted template dimensions, font sizing, and opacity for professional output
Component Export: Improved CSV export reliability and data integrity
Catalog Management: Enhanced error handling for slug updates with better user feedback
Behind-the-Scenes Improvements
Better error handling for catalog customization updates
Improved logo URL handling in email templates
Enhanced embed container structure for more reliable website integration
More robust template validation systems for consistent output quality
What This Means for You
For Solo Creators
Professional rule presentation that matches industry standards
Seamless sharing across BGG and other community platforms
Reduced time spent on formatting and administrative tasks
Better community engagement through consistent rule presentation
For Teams & Studios
White-label customization options that maintain brand identity
Integrated billing and payment workflows within project contexts
Professional catalog management that scales with your portfolio
Streamlined collaboration tools for distributed teams
For Publishers
Consistent rule submission formats from all contributors
Professional embed options for company websites and marketing
Advanced customization for brand alignment across all presentations
Scalable portfolio management for multiple game lines
These updates represent Boardssey's evolution into a comprehensive creative platform that supports the full lifecycle of professional board game development. By connecting design tools with professional publishing capabilities, we're eliminating the workflow fragmentation that traditionally slows down creative teams and reduces presentation quality.
Thank you for being part of our community as we continue building the future of board game development. More exciting updates are on the way!