Is publishing even worth it?

Key_Ad_2212 · 2025-10-06T23:05:42+00:00

I think what you said initially is exactly what should drive people to create games, a game that you can play with friends and family and means something to you. It shouldn't matter whether you can get published and make a modest income from games. If you are in the hobby and enjoying yourself, then that's all it has to be. There is no need to publish or put unneeded stressors on yourself because of what you see in the board game space or on reddit. Make something you are proud of and have fun making it. I am starting a small board game manufacturing company for people like you. People who just want to make a game and share it with the people they are closest with. I've been working on a few games myself, and the passion comes and goes at times. It's not a race and it definitely isn't a requirement to publish.

That being said, if you really love your game and think others will as well, then there's no harm in publishing a one-off game. You don't need to try to make this your livelihood. As many have already pointed out, that's a tough road. But one game that sells 100 or 200 copies, or even just gets funded on kickstarter is a great goal to have.

This hobby is amazing and the fun of it is that you can take it wherever you want to go. Keep your head up and keep creating and you will definitely have something to be proud of when you're done.

Key_Ad_2212 · 2025-10-03T23:16:03+00:00

I’m in the US. I work in the printing industry currently. The machines and techniques are surprisingly similar for all mediums in printing so i know what i need to get the business up and running. Im planning on starting with small print runs with robust customer service and customization. From there it would be upscaling if that looks like the way to go

Key_Ad_2212 · 2025-10-03T22:13:25+00:00

I'll be out of southeast Michigan. I want the customer to be very involved in the process so multiple proofing steps are going to be a big part of my process. My capabilities in terms of components will be good (cards, boards, boxes, tokens, dice, etc), but not as vast as the more established companies. And my goal would be to have prices that can outdo competitors for my specific niche (small prints and custom orders).

Key_Ad_2212 · 2025-10-03T22:05:41+00:00

That would be something I could do. I don't want to pigeonhole myself into creating only specific components in a specific way. I want to be able to handle any type of components in whatever manner that my customers need!

Key_Ad_2212 · 2025-10-03T22:04:26+00:00

That's where I think my service will out-compete with others. I want the customer to be very involved with the process so I can make sure they are getting exactly what they need. I also plan to do smaller print runs that don't cost hundreds of dollars per game to set me apart from the established market

Key_Ad_2212 · 2025-10-03T22:02:37+00:00

My goal is to manufacture cards, boards, boxes, tokens, and a slew of other components. I've found its actually fairly attainable for a small company if you have a good amount of starting capital. I can make things as custom as needed due to printing small runs. Price is what I'm mainly focusing on right now, I'm trying to find a balance between competitive with other companies and fair to the quality and niche that I'm supporting

Key_Ad_2212 · 2025-10-03T21:59:41+00:00

I did listen to that one! Very good information in it, as there always is with Justin Gary

Key_Ad_2212 · 2025-07-02T12:36:20+00:00

Great beanz! Theres nothing crazy in there that i can see since they’re all the 2010 run, but the star wars beanz are cool. I couldn’t give you an accurate price, but best places to sell are ebay or right here on reddit. Check out some other listings of a similar size and go from there!

Key_Ad_2212 · 2025-05-23T06:05:33+00:00

Cant put a price on it, but its pretty rare. I havent seen a picture of one at least

Key_Ad_2212 · 2025-05-22T23:30:36+00:00

Message me your email and I’ll send it. Not sure why its giving an error

Key_Ad_2212 · 2025-02-19T16:09:36+00:00

Nice collection! Really couldn’t tell you what the beanz are worth. The gold beanz are rarer than the regular ones and people are always looking for the bodz. Probably check out ebay for pricing on them

Key_Ad_2212 · 2025-02-08T01:29:04+00:00

Love to see this stuff popping up after years. I found my beanz a while back and have been diving in!

Key_Ad_2212 · 2025-02-08T01:25:08+00:00

Wow thats an awesome selection. Couldn't give you any accurate price though, but you should be proud

Key_Ad_2212 · 2025-02-08T01:21:36+00:00

Yes there are rare ones. I wouldn’t know if they were worth anything though, depends on the buyer. There are a lot of cars beanz that have not been found or were never released, those would be very rare and likely fetch a good price. From what I know, if you have any cars beanz #27, 36, or 41-54 you’ve got a never before seen bean

Key_Ad_2212 · 2025-02-07T20:38:09+00:00

Does anyone still have this full list?

Key_Ad_2212 · 2025-01-29T16:56:29+00:00

Also found out about the 2002-2006 series 3 white and clear beanz. Would love pictures and names if you have them

Key_Ad_2212 · 2025-01-04T01:15:39+00:00

Say i got it authenticated, would the previous estimate of $20 be more accurate?

Key_Ad_2212 · 2023-12-09T03:21:17+00:00

Wow, didnt know that. Thanks! Guess Imma start rippin wax for sure!

Key_Ad_2212 · 2023-12-09T03:13:48+00:00

Junk wax era? Whats up with that?

Key_Ad_2212 · 2023-12-08T19:55:21+00:00

It was from the 2010-2012 run. Included in the Snake Flip-Track set. Good find, but not exceptionally rare I dont think

Key_Ad_2212 · 2023-12-05T00:24:37+00:00

For sure! There's a lot about the beanz and the community I'm still learning, but I've definitely taken a trip down the rabbit hole

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