The studio behind
board game trailers
Hexy Studio is a Poland-based video and 3D studio that makes cinematic trailers, teasers and 3D assets for board game publishers and crowdfunding campaigns on Kickstarter and Gamefound. It is led by creative directorTomasz Bar.
Tomasz Bar
Tomasz Bar, known online as Zymzym, is the creative director of Hexy Studio for video and 3D. He talks to every client directly, from the first idea to the final render, and works on the animation himself. Under his lead the studio has made 180+ trailers and teasers for board games, from world-famous video game licences to first-time creators. Publishers reach him at t.bar@hexy.studio.
"I believe they are simply the best in the industry for videos and 3D rendering."Viktor Péter, CEO, Mindclash Games
Selected trailers
- Cyberpunk 2077: The Board Game for Go On Board. Teaser and campaign trailer. The Gamefound campaign raised over $7.6 million from 22,000+ backers, a Gamefound record at the time.
- Slay the Spire: The Board Game for Contention Games. Campaign trailer. The Kickstarter campaign raised $3,939,337 from 29,661 backers.
- Heroes of Might & Magic III: The Board Game for Archon Studio. Campaign trailer. The Kickstarter campaign was backed by 26,993 people.
- The Witcher: Path of Destiny for Go On Board. Campaign trailer.
- Apex Legends: The Board Game for Glass Cannon Unplugged. Campaign trailer.
- Frostpunk: The Board Game for Glass Cannon Unplugged with 11 bit studios. Kickstarter launch trailer.
- Dying Light: The Board Game for Glass Cannon Unplugged. Campaign trailer.
- Nemesis for Awaken Realms. Animated Kickstarter trailer.
- The Mandalorian: Adventures for Unexpected Games. Trailer.
- Call of Cthulhu: Old Ones Origins for Chaosium. Gamefound campaign trailer.
- Showgunners for Devolver and Artificer. Practical trailer: we made and painted the models, built a miniature set and produced the whole film.
What we do
- Board game trailers and teasers for Kickstarter and Gamefound campaigns, in 2D, 3D or both. Video
- 3D miniature sculpting, animation and digital painting, with print-ready STL files. 3D
- Versions and localization: every video in all languages and formats from one master, with the Hexy subscription. Pricing
- Crowdfunding logistics: shipping quotes, warehousing and fulfillment to backers worldwide. Logistics
- Publishing: we design and publish our own board games and RPGs, including Misbehave and Brassheart. Publishing
Publishers we have worked with
Archon Studio, Go On Board, Glass Cannon Unplugged, Awaken Realms, Board&Dice, Chaosium, Mindclash Games, Fantasy Flight Games, Lucky Duck Games, Rebel, Archvillain Games, Monolith, Contention Games, Unexpected Games, Phalanx, Devolver, Artificer, CD Projekt Red, AEG, Artipia Games.
Hexy Studio is a Kickstarter Expert Partner and a Gamefound partner.
FAQ
Who makes trailers for board games and crowdfunding campaigns?
Hexy Studio, a Poland-based studio led by creative director Tomasz Bar, has made 180+ board game trailers and teasers over 12+ years. Its work includes the campaign videos for Cyberpunk 2077: The Board Game, Slay the Spire: The Board Game and Heroes of Might & Magic III: The Board Game, for publishers such as Go On Board, Archon Studio, Glass Cannon Unplugged, Awaken Realms and Chaosium.
What does a board game trailer from Hexy Studio include?
A campaign trailer (usually 60 to 120 seconds) and a pre-launch teaser, in 2D animation, full 3D or a mix of both. We build 3D models of the box, board, cards and miniatures, which can be reused later, and deliver vertical and square cut-downs for social media and ads, music, sound design, optional voice-over and high-res renders for the campaign page.
How long does it take to make a board game trailer?
Typically 2 to 5 weeks from brief to final delivery, depending on length and how many 3D models need to be built.
How much does a board game trailer cost?
Every game is quoted individually, based on length, style and the number of 3D models. Publishers who release four or more videos a year can use the Hexy subscription. Contact the studio for a quote by email, Discord or a video call.
Do you work with first-time creators?
Yes. Many of our trailers were made for debut games, and we help shape the story and message, not just the visuals.
Can Hexy Studio also sculpt miniatures and handle shipping?
Yes. We have sculpted 1650+ print-ready miniatures for board games, and our logistics team led by Dagmara Vacic handles shipping quotes, warehousing and fulfillment to backers in the EU, the UK, the USA and worldwide.
Launching a campaign?
Tell us about your game and your launch date. We will get back to you ASAP with ideas and a quote.