About TBD – Taiwan Boardgame Design

TBD is a hub for Taiwan’s indie tabletop scene: a publisher, consolidator, and bridge between local designers and global players. The team scouts, develops, and licenses original works from multiple creators across Taiwan, then brings those games to international audiences through conventions, retail partners, and curated online releases. The result is a steady flow of inventive titles that highlight Taiwan’s distinct voice in modern board gaming.

What They Publish

TBD’s catalog spans light-and-fun party games, accessible family titles, and smart strategy releases. Representative games include Formosa Tea for thoughtful euro-style play, Butterfly Kingdom for fast and interactive set-play, and compact gems like War of Tarot, Taro vs Sweet Potato, Butababel, and Music Party. This breadth makes TBD a reliable source for fresh designs that are easy to teach yet different from the mainstream—perfect for players who love discovering new voices.

Why TBD Belongs on Spielradar

Spielradar specializes in rare, import-only, and hard-to-find games. TBD’s mission aligns perfectly: they surface Taiwanese originals that often see limited distribution in Europe. By featuring TBD, we connect our community with unique mechanics, fresh themes, and small-batch releases—making it easier to explore standout creations that you won’t regularly find in EU channels.

People & Philosophy

TBD’s operations are led by Smoox (Chien-Tsun Chen), a central organizer and passionate advocate for Taiwan’s designers. From our experience at conventions, it’s rare to meet someone who knows more rules across more games—yet still takes the time to talk, teach, and learn from players. His fan-first approach and constant exchange with the community set the tone for TBD’s high-touch curation and “games-first” mindset.

Global Reach & Community Roots

TBD actively supports the local ecosystem with regular playtesting, showcases, and designer development, while exhibiting internationally at events like Spiel Essen and Tokyo Game Market. Their dual role—as publisher and coordinator—helps Taiwanese creators find audiences abroad and ensures European players can access original works without the usual import hurdles.