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The board game manufacturing companies are larger than many people realize, with a great
deal more variety than just the classic board games such as Monopoly or Snakes and Ladders.
The global board game market is worth several billion dollars and is projected to grow rapidly
between 2019 and 2023. An increasing number of manufacturers of board games are
incorporating technology into their products to enhance players’ experiences.
While combining technology with board games is becoming more common. These days,
however, things have become a little more sophisticated.
Online Apps are one of the most obvious ways technology is being integrated into the board
game industry. With the ubiquity of Smartphones and tablets, it’s easy for players to download
an app to use while playing the game. Sometimes these apps are an optional way to enhance
the experience: playing background music and sound effects, providing a timer, tracking scores,
and sometimes even helping players set up and learn the game.
High-tech components
Apps can bring a lot to the table, but they’re not the only way that board game developers are
taking advantage of technology. such as Bluetooth technology, along with AR, are all being
integrated into the physical board game experience.
Technology and the future of the board and card game industry
The technology that’s already making game design and production more accessible to
individuals and small companies are constantly becoming more sophisticated and affordable.
3D printing continues to improve, and advances in technology will allow for more people to
produce better prototypes and finished products with it. Some people will still prefer purely
physical versions of board games as a way to take a break from all the screens and electronics
in their lives, but there is no question that technology is bringing value to both board game
developers and players.