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From Board to Bytes #6 - Bologna Play 2025

Howdy Folks,

Last week we had the chance to showcase Barrage Digital at Bologna Play, one of the biggest Italian fairs dedicated to board games and everything that’s related to tabletop gaming. It was an incredible opportunity to meet players face-to-face, watch them interact with the game, and hear their thoughts in real time. Whether it was seasoned veterans of the board game or newcomers just discovering Barrage, the feedback we received was as diverse as it was valuable.

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From Board to Bytes #5 - The Advanced Techs

Howdy Folks,

Today we dive into a fundamental mechanic of Barrage, the Tech tiles, or Technologies. You will need Techs to build Structures - whenever you perform a Construction action, a Tech will allow you to build a specific Building which will end up on the game map. Advanced Techs can be purchased throughout the game; they represent cutting-edge innovations and strategic upgrades that can supercharge your infrastructure, streamline your operations, and unlock new possibilities for your economic engine.

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From Board to Bytes #4 - The Executive Officers

Howdy Folks,

Welcome to another appointment with the behind the scenes of Barrage! In this dev diary, we’ll pull back the curtain on the historical and thematic inspirations behind Barrage’s characters.

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From Board to Bytes #3 - Visuals and styles

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They say third time’s the charm, so here we are back with a new step in the world of Barrage. In this diary, we’ll explore the artistic influences that shaped our vision, from the visual style of the board game to the real world grand architecture of hydroelectric power plants.

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From Board to Bytes #2 - Talking about the core gameplay

Howdy Folks,

Welcome back to another in-depth insight on our beloved Barrage.

Last time, we talked about the challenges of fitting a large board game onto a smaller screen. Today, we’re pulling back the curtain on the core mechanics that make Barrage tick, so that players who are not familiar with the board game know what to expect.

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