Trail Notes
Welcome to the Southwest Board Games trail journal.
This is where we'll share updates from behind the scenes as our games take shape — from early design notes and playtesting reflections to creative detours, production milestones, and the little discoveries we make along the way.
You'll find a mix of progress updates, lessons learned, sneak peeks, and stories from the road as we build tabletop experiences full of mystery, adventure, and meaningful moments around the table.
Pull up a chair and follow along. The story is just getting started.
Recent Posts
- Game DevelopmentBehind the Scenes
Sometimes the Trail Changes: Meet Best in Class
Plans change! We're shelving Whispers in the Hollow for now and heading back to school with Best in Class — our colorful new card game full of strategy, Gold Stars, and a little classroom mischief.
- Behind the Scenes
We're Officially on the Trail!
Our website is live, and our first game — Whispers in the Hollow — is heading toward its first beta.
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