We received a whopping 74 submissions. ​The finalists and winners will be announced at ABGF MY 2026.

If you're curious about what Asia's budding designers have created, drop by to view and play the finalists' prototypes.

Started a journey into the world of hobbies which began in 2012 in the lively city of Malang, East Java - Indonesia.
Bambam Kingdom is a Boardgame Publisher, that also a place to grow a creative ecosystem for everyone. A place to grow your hobby into a creative lifestyle.

Cili Padi Games is a Malaysian game design studio specialising in card games which come in small packages but pack a punch. Its first game title, Dancing Queen, is the winner of the international 2021 Board Game Geek 9-Card Nanogame Design Contest.

Dassie Atelier designs playful, immersive, and beautifully crafted tabletop games that lead players on a journey of discovery through culture and stories. By blending depth, social engagement and thoughtful design, our games kindle a sense of wonder at every turn. Perfect for curious explorers and avid collectors alike, each experience goes beyond the table to inspire connection and conversation.

Connoiseurs of fun

FunEmployed Ray Studio designs & publishes educational card games in Malaysia. Playing IS Learning!

Since 2019, from Taiwan, super good at creating party games.

A Singaporean game design company dedicated to making magic: games that are elegant, excellent, entertaining.

Good Spirit Games is an indie board game studio and publisher based in Singapore, dedicated to developing unique games with themes inspired by travel experiences, movies, and literature.

WE ARE HOMP. a Boardgame-as-a-Service (BaaS) Company based in Bandung, West Java - Indonesia.

We are a Collective Of Creative Learners that revolutionize how organizations and individuals connect, learn, and grow by embedding the transformative power of board games into the fabric of everyday business, education, and lifestyle.

LET’S PLAY TOGETHER!

Malaysia-based indie game developer that produces both digital and board games.

Simple, fun and pretty games.

Heedenn Papermade is an indie studio crafting original 3D papercraft models and immersive board game experiences. Where every creation is story-driven and playable within our ever-expanding universe.

If Time’s Limited is a multidisciplinary artistic research and performance collective based in Hong Kong. We focus on post-dramatic performance and its dramaturgy, from experimental works to community-based projects.

Screens off. Voices on. We create storytelling adventures where kids take the lead and confidence takes center stage. From building worlds to mastering the mic, we turn playtime into a powerhouse of creativity. Don't just give them a game—give them the courage to create.

Designing sharp, social tabletop experiences.
Small boxes, big decisions.
From Taipei to the table.

LUMA started in 2012 as the creative studio of Livewire Media to light up arts and culture in Malaysia via interactive mediums like media production and tabletop games. By transforming local history and oral traditions into engaging play experiences, we hope to keep cultural stories vibrant for generations.

LUMA publishes games designed and illustrated by Malaysians, as well as organises the Asian Board Games Festival (ABGF MY) to spotlight regional games and celebrate Asian culture globally.

Larong Atin makes games embodying the Filipino spirit and culture.

Our mission is to build and support a vibrant board game design community in Malaysia. We aim to inspire creativity, encourage collaboration, and drive industry growth through education, networking, and community-led initiatives.

Meja Belakang (MBA) is a Malaysian board game design studio focused on crafting social, culturally-rooted tabletop experiences. The company blends everyday Malaysian life with playful mechanics, nostalgia, precious conversations, and a splash of humor into interactive games that feel instantly relatable. We aim to improve human interactions and culture (traditional and urban) appreciations through gaming.

Mousou Games is a Japanese publisher that participates in gaming events worldwide, including Europe, the US, and Asia. Their compact yet meticulous game designs and stunning Japanese artwork have garnered high praise around the globe.

Unleash the excitement of tabletop gaming with nPips Games. Immerse yourself in the art of strategic play, captivating storytelling, and meticulously crafted game mechanics.

Nonsense Game is an indie game studio dedicated to creating bold, creative tabletop experiences that bring people together. Our debut title, Holy & Hex, is a fast-paced card game of curses, strategy, and chaos—where players outwit, sabotage, and outlast each other in a battle between holy powers and dark hexes. Easy to learn but full of unexpected twists, our games are designed for unforgettable moments at any table.

O Sentai is a Malaysia-based food education initiative dedicated to making nutrition simple, engaging, and culturally relevant. Through interactive tools and thoughtfully designed products like Winner of Delicacies and Portion Master, O Sentai helps individuals and communities better understand balanced eating, local food choices, and portion control. By blending education with play, the organisation aims to inspire healthier lifestyles while celebrating the richness of Malaysian food culture.

Origame is a Singaporean board game studio that puts Asian stories into world class games. We are also the proud founders of the Asian Board Games Festival.

The most comprehensive football strategy board game.

Tired of long, slow battle games—Pantheon War delivers a fast, brutal, divine clash of gods where every decision matters and only one remains victorious.

Penang boardgame community, host boardgame on every sunday to public near greenlane MCD，and some other venue

perfect hole productions is Aaron Lim, a tabletop game maker based in PJ, Malaysia. I make tabletop RPGs and storygames which focus on rich and uncommon narratives.

Publishing & selling games

A young and energetic team, who loves board game playing and producing.

Ruggiez are raccoons shaped by internet culture and questionable decisions.

From Gamer To Solver

Spiel The Game crafts engaging, interactive games with high replayability. Based in Jakarta, Simon is deeply inspired by the Indonesian culture, which reflects in the themes of his games. His new Release "Durian Smuggler" is finally reprinted and available again, after a quick sell out last year at SPIEL Essen.

An initiative to connect people interested in playing storygames and indie TTRPGs in PJ+KL, and now in PG too.

Provider of educational, interesting and fun products

Underdog Games is a publisher and developer dedicated to bringing hidden indie titles to light and creating immersive Murder Mystery RPGs. We don't just build games; we design social experiences that prioritize human connection and collective joy above all else.

Home-churned Italian style gelato, made fresh from scratch with real ingredients. No artificial flavours or preservatives.

Play Passport holders will be getting a treat on Saturday and Sunday with Waka Waka's special sorbet to celebrate the release of LUMA's new game Tanglung! Get a taste of Teng-Teng Tang-Tang while stocks last!

Wise Box is a creative game design and publishing company specializing in engaging party games and innovative tabletop experiences. Known for creating fun, accessible games enjoyed by fans in many countries, Wise Box developed the first Thai board game to be officially localized into multiple languages. Driven by creativity and quality, the company brings people together through memorable gameplay, meaningful interactions, and unique entertainment experiences for both local and international audiences.

Zodiac Go! is designed with Chinese Cosmology : the yin-yang energy polarity, the five material elements and 12 zodiac (time). It is a card game system which can play multiple games. Every year new games will be released by designer by using the same system & same components.