Prototyping

Production-ready board game prototypes

Built using final-production materials for testing, reviews, and crowdfunding.

  • Production-Ready Components
  • Low MOQ Prototyping
  • Fast Turnaround
A board game prototype produced by Hero Time

Trusted by 300+ Publishers Worldwide

Who Is This Service For?

Built for creators preparing to show their game to the world

Crowdfunding Launches

High-quality prototypes designed for Kickstarter and Gamefound campaigns.

Reviewer & Influencer Copies

Polished samples made to represent your game accurately on camera and in hands-on reviews.

Production-Ready Prototypes

Built to closely match final materials, components, and overall feel.

Prototype Materials

Our prototypes use production-grade materials to closely reflect final production. This lets you test quality and presentation, and use them confidently for reviews and crowdfunding.

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How It Works

Here are the main steps to follow

Define Your Needs — step 1 of the prototyping process

Step 1

Define Your Needs

Share your component list, quantities, materials, and timeline so we can recommend the right prototype setup.

Build Your Prototype — step 2 of the prototyping process

Step 2

Build Your Prototype

We produce accurate, high-quality prototypes using production-ready processes and materials.

Test and Refine — step 3 of the prototyping process

Step 3

Test and Refine

Use the prototype to gather feedback, validate gameplay, and prepare for production.

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Prototype Scope

What’s included

Production-ready components that closely match final materials and specs.

Typical quantities

Up to 10 units per prototype run, for testing, reviewers, and crowdfunding prep.

Turnaround time

Fast timelines aligned with your launch schedule.

FAQ

Do you ship prototypes worldwide?
Worldwide delivery options with clear timelines.
What types of games can you prototype?
Board games, card games, and custom component-based projects.
What should I know about delivery and returns?
Clear expectations are shared before production starts.
What happens if there is a quality issue?
Handled quickly and transparently.
Can I use these prototypes for crowdfunding?
Yes. They are designed for photos, videos, and page previews, and closely match final materials and finish.

Ready to Start?

Let’s Build Something
Big Together.

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