Bit Waffle Games
A Bit of Board Games: A Board Game Design Journey
*Podcast is on a hiatus* A casual podcast by Bit Waffle Games documenting our journey in designing and publishing board games. We talk about a bit of our lives, a bit of our design process, and a bit of board games. Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Ralph and Stephen. We've been playing video games and board games for years, and wanted to tell our own stories through games. With Ralph's extensive experience in design and illustration, and Stephen's experience in UX design and graphic design, they have a strong foundation to be successful in this indus...
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Bit Waffle Games
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Jan 16, 2026
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Episodes
[31] October Playtest Pt. 2 21.10.2022 56:33
In this episode, Stephen and Trevor continue their play test of the current version of the game and discuss it in real time! Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in their design/publishing journey. With Tr...
[30] October Playtest Pt.1 14.10.2022 56:25
In this episode, Stephen and Trevor playtest the current version of the game and discuss it in real time! Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in their design/publishing journey. With Trevor's backgro...
[29] The Power of Playtesting 07.10.2022 33:50
In this episode, Stephen and Trevor talk about the season of Fall, some big changes to the gameplay, and other ideas for content! Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in their design/publishing journey. Wi...
[28] Solo Playtest 30.09.2022 23:47
This week, Stephen talks to himself about playtesting the game on his own and the many aspects of the game that worked or didn't work. Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in their design/publishing...
[27] Improving the Process 22.09.2022 34:05
This week, Stephen and Trevor talk about life with kids, AI art, and learning new ways to improve our development process. Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in their design/publishing journey. With Trev...
[26] Dev Timeline & Nerdy Things 16.09.2022 36:25
In this episode, Stephen and Trevor talk about the nerdy things, simplifying game concepts and keywords, and a general timeline of playtesting and game development. Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in...
[25] Making Games is Hard 09.09.2022 33:33
In this episode, Stephen and Trevor talk about the Summer, the complexity of making games, and their thoughts on The Rings of Power and House of the Dragon. Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in their de...
[24] Prototyping in Figma 02.09.2022 33:21
In this episode, Stephen and Trevor talk about games they've played, prototyping in Figma, and dealing with complications in the design. Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in their design/publishing...
[23] Game Design Tools 26.08.2022 43:19
In this episode, Stephen and Trevor talk about the tools they use to improve their game design/development process and discuss the upcoming show, Rings of Power. Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in the...
[22] The Blueprint Details 19.08.2022 30:21
In this episode, Stephen and Trevor talk about vampires, the details of the blueprints, and when the next playtest will be. Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in their design/publishing journey. With Tre...
[21] The Changes & Accessibility 12.08.2022 33:41
In this episode, Trevor is back! We get to chat a bit about the new baby, some changes that make the game way better, and keeping in mind accessibility in our game as we design it. Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just...
[20] The Player Experience | with Matthew Miller 05.08.2022 37:21
In this episode, Stephen talks with Trevor's brother, Matthew Miller, about Dungeons and Dragons, getting people into board games, and crafting an engaging player experience. Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just s...
[19] The Community Conversation | with Jesse Oberg 29.07.2022 52:40
In this episode, Stephen talks with his childhood friend, Jesse Oberg, about being Good Sirs, content creation, and building a community. Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in their design/publishing jou...
[18] The Journey of Art | with Ralph Cole 22.07.2022 50:58
In this episode, Stephen talks with his childhood friend, Ralph Cole, about gaming as kids, getting into art, and Ralph's creative process for both digital painting and graphic design. Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years,...
[17] The Fun in Games | with Eric Johnson 15.07.2022 38:30
In this episode, Stephen talks with our first ever guest on the show, Eric Johnson (his brother), about Christmas, our first games on Sega Genesis, and what keeps us playing the games we love. Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for yea...
[16] The Art in Games 08.07.2022 27:31
In this episode, Stephen and Trevor talk about upcoming guests on the show, working on the art/card layouts in our game, and some of our favorite art in other games. Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in...
[15] The Changes to the Game 01.07.2022 26:10
In this episode, Stephen and Trevor talk about the woes of flying and refining the Blueprints after the playtest. Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in their design/publishing journey. With Trevor's...
[14] The Playtest Pt. 2 24.06.2022 50:01
In this episode, Stephen and Trevor playtest the game! Check out part 2 of the live (edited) audio of playing the game for the first time. Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in their design/publishing jo...
[13] The Playtest Pt. 1 17.06.2022 47:15
In this episode, Stephen and Trevor playtest the game! Check out part 1 of the live (edited) audio of playing the game for the first time. Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in their design/publishing jo...
[12] The Results of the Playtest 10.06.2022 33:36
In this episode, Stephen and Trevor talk about a dog attack, the Summer busyness, and a brief recap of the playtest! Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in their design/publishing journey. With Trevor&apo...
[11] The Plan to Playtest 03.06.2022 26:29
In this episode, Stephen and Trevor talk about Memorial Day, finishing Stephen's internet cable run, and the component list for the upcoming playtest! Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in their des...
[10] The Games We Like 20.05.2022 35:30
In this episode, Stephen and Trevor talk about LitRPGs, the games that we like, and the upcoming snow in Colorado... Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in their design/publishing journey. With Trevor&apo...
[09] The Reality of Life 13.05.2022 23:56
In this episode, Stephen and Trevor talk about Fixer Upper, children's birthday parties, and card prototyping and layout. Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in their design/publishing journey. With...
[08] The Design Method 29.04.2022 32:51
In this episode, Stephen and Trevor talk about Summer trips, designing theme or mechanics first, and the lore of Forge Trials. Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in their design/publishing journey. With...
[07] The Master Plan 22.04.2022 33:08
In this episode, Stephen and Trevor talk about drilling holes in the floor and the master plan of self-publishing, manufacturing, and distribution! Bit Waffle Games is an independent board game studio made up of two friends, Trevor and Stephen. They are both based out of Colorado Springs, CO and love games! They've been playing board games for years, but just starting out in their design/publ...
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