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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Thanks for the review of Palette, The Family Gamers! Great game reviewers whom I've known since Pigment released!

Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Been a crazy-busy week. I ended up scheduling myself for almost 45 hours at work this week, including running 2 OPTCG events today. Game is fun, btw. Different enough from Gundam that I can see myself having decks for both.

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Passed my #GCG #Gundam Card Game level 1 Judge exam today! It was tough, but I got a very high score. Proud of myself.

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Been a long few weeks. Work is busy, and I'm really tired. But I designed a new game, the kitties are cute, and maybe there's some relief next year (I say that every year...)

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Pokemon Carnival Day tomorrow at Omar's World of Comics in Lexington, MA! I'll be running learn to play, tournaments, and even team trivia in the evening, so come play! omarsworldofcomics.com #pokemon #pokemontcg #pokemonchampions #art #videogames

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Omar's World of Comics – Comics, Games, and Restaurant in Lexington, MA

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Having a lovely time up in Maine so far at a game design retreat. Got some plays in on my new domino game, so that's cool.

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Felt like posting a kitten today. So here's a kitten. Fizzgig!

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

At #PAXEast? Visit booth #21091 on the main floor to grab Palette, Shelfie Totes, and the amazing AEGIS Combining Robot Strategy Game from @zephyrworkshop.bsky.social Hope everyone has a fantastic #PAX!

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Been a rough month health-wise for me, but doing a social media cleanse has helped a lot with my sleep. Limiting my FB to 1/3 of what it was on average, and I removed the app icon from my home screen. Gotta be well-rested for the Kickstarter!

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Prototype Playtest Night at Omar's World of Comics in Lexington, MA tonight! I'll be there 6-9pm with a game that I'm excited to try out!

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Played the first session of a new #daggerheart game today with friends, it was amazing! Excited to see where it goes.

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

At #BFIG Festival with Palette! It's been a wild day! So many players were excited to try the game, and there were so many inspiring games nearby. @bostonfig.bsky.social #indiegame #indiedev

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

It's been a crazy Fall, but Copper Frog Games is going to PAX Unplugged next week with Palette, Chiseled, Shelfie Totes, The Meeple Machine, and t-shirts! Booth 4110, see you there! #PAX #paxunplugged #tabletop #boardgames #indie

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 23/08/2025

Having a busy, busy day. Ran a #Gundam Card Game tournament in the early afternoon, next up is #MTG #Commander night. THEN it's home to work on #tabletop #gamedev for Olympian 15...

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 17/08/2025

Shelfie Totes: Not just for games! Visit our new webstore at copperfroggames.com today to order yours before summer is through! #Shelfie #tabletop #boardgame #bag #beach

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Finally got the print proof of my new #boardgame! Palette is a competitive card game of color combinations for 1-4 players, and plays in about 15 minutes. I did the design and art myself, with playtesting around the world! Hoping to have it for sale at #PAXUnplugged this November! #gamedev #tabletop

Sample boardgame box for "Palette" on a black background.

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

Been struggling to feel positive about all the things going on in the world, but my #cats remain adorable and I'm excited to spend some time doing design work again soon. For now, I fight against the tariffs impacting my next #games in what little ways I can.

Tabby cat sleeping on a cat bed on a scanner on a desk.

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

It's so, so hot here in MA. Hard to focus on anything...

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 13/07/2025

Been a bit, but I am doing alright! Busy with making #games and the day job, plus keeping this lummox of a #cat happy. He's so good. Palette is at the manufacturer!

Tabby cat laying on a white cloth hamper.

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

What's the word on this Monday, friends? Any cool art you're working on? Fun games you're playing? I'm still pushing on getting new designs ready to print, but it's been a wild weekend... #indiedev #tabletop #boardgames

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

Submitted some files for Palette today for approval! Excited to be nearing the finish line on this really fun game! #tabletop #boardgame #art #game #indiedev

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 08/06/2025

Been pushing very hard to get Palette ready to print. Hoping to have it sent in before the end of the month!

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

Thinking about starting a tabletop RPG campaign this summer. Where do the players start their journey?

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

Zero brain activity in this cat. It is nice to remember that sometimes the stress of the day is not something everyone feels: just look at Bonito, here!

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Nnedi Okorafor, PhD @nnedi.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

Omg, 😍. “This is a site for pictures of owls… in towels.” owlsintowels.org

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

Support your local #libraries. They do so much good in theid communities!

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

My goodness, this #cat is wonderful. She's so good. So good.

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

New head judge shirt just arrived for today's #PokemonTCG Prerelease and League Cup double-header!

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Been working hard on the Palette logo and box... Anyone wanna see it?

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

Had a very long day, but I got some work done on Palette, so that's cool! What's your favorite game box cover?

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Survived the day! Also, unrelated, but be sure to schedule regular colonoscopies if you're over 45 or at risk. It's important. ... No, I didn't have one today, but you should talk to your doctor about it.

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Happy "Not-PAX East" to everyone else who has to work their not-gaming jobs this week! I will be running a Pokemon VGC League Challenge and FAB Blitz event tomorrow night at work. Wish I could be at PAX with y'all, but I am out of PTO for the year. So it goes! Tell me what you hope to see there?

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

Home from our honeymoon in Germany! We did a Rhine River Cruise on Emerald after a few days in Heidelberg, and it was wonderful. Gorgeous region. Great people. Awesome food.

Photo of Heidelberg Schloss (castle) over the town with a cloudy sky behind it

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 21/04/2025

Made a new prototype that I'm excited to keep playtesting. Been doing so with my wife on our honeymoon but I need more players to try 3-4p play. "Palette" is a simple-to-learn hand-management, trick-taking card game about mixing colors!

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

Traveling with my amazing wife for our honeymoon (a few months late)! We just arrived safely in #Frankfurt, #Germany and are on the train to Heidelberg!

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Happy Birthday Leonardo da Vinci! "Pigment: The Grand Bazaar" features some of his most famous works, among other Renaissance masters. Follow the pre-launch page here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/cop... #tabletop #boardgames #art #painting #renaissance #Kickstarter

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Coming soon: Pigment: The Grand Bazaar

A light worker placement game for 2-5 Renaissance Painters who have run out of paint, building off of 2017's original "Pigment"

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

Made an almond orange cake tonight for my family. It was delicious. Still trying to get my head around how I'll make boardgames for the rest of this year, but it's terrifying and stressful currently.

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

Getting 5 hours of unrestful sleep to wake up at 5am and continue doomscrolling... How are you today?

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