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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Heading to the Boston Festival of Indie Games tomorrow to share Olympian 15 with the world! Come say hi and try this game of divine deduction! @bostonfig.bsky.social #tabletop #cardgame #boardgame #GreekGods #Olympians

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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 · 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 · 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 · 07/12/2025

PALETTE WON THE AWARD FOR TABLETOP BEST FAMILY GAME! Thanks to everyone who enjoyed and appreciated here today, thanks to all who believed in and playtested Palette, and to all who are excited for the full release of the game in January!

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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 · 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 · 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 · 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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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 · 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 · 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 · 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 · 22/03/2025

Made it to Los Angeles and had to make this our first stop. #innout #burger #food

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

My boy missed me. Back home from #GAMA, be sure to follow along this year! Lots of great things planned!

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

Two days in #Louisville for #GAMA, two meals at Doc Crow's (so far). Really really good food; that smoked fried chicken was so unique and tasty!

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

@wisewizardgames.bsky.social , we're playing Just The Essentials here at Copper Frog Games early! 😉

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

I'm gonna miss this floppy lump of fluff next week while I'm at #GAMA! Come say hi and check out what we're working on at Copper Frog Games to keep my mind off home! #cat #tabletop #games #boardgames

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

Today I surprised my wife with a sweet #charcuterie party, featuring cheesecake, buttercream, lemon pudding cream, animal crackers, a couple cookie types, chocolate sauce, and more! We had a great time.

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 25/12/2024

Good morning and happy holidays! Bonito wishes everyone a relaxing day.

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

Had a #PAX! It was our best show ever, thanks to everyone who visited, tried Pigment: The Grand Bazaar or Chiseled, said hi, bought a bag, game, or t-shirt, and especially those who returned to the booth carrying bags from past years! #Philly rocked it foodwise, too! #tabletopgames #boardgames #art

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

What a difference a few states and a few hours makes! Approaching Philly now on this sunny evening!

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 30/11/2024

Sunny mornings with the cats, melting stress away before running two #Pokemon League Cups.

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 26/11/2024

@drhastings.bsky.social Just two days until the return of this oft-overlooked breed! I still quote this comic page every chance I get. Which isn't often, but it's funny that it's happened a few times! (PS, someday I hope to be able to get Dr. McNinja in trades at my local comic shop)

Facebook post screenshot from Michael Epstein of "The Affenpinscher! God's most precious children! (According to Chris Hastings)." from 9 years ago's American Kennel Club Thanksgiving day dog show.

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

Fall in a bag. 1 shallot, 2 leeks, 1/2 a red onion, 1 tbsp sage, 1 tbsp thyme. Sprinkle a little in your morning eggs, on baked chicken, etc. It's the reason for the season. #fall #autumn #food #cooking

Ziploc bag of chopped ingredients for Thanksgiving

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 07/11/2024

Anyone else going to #GAMA? We're looking to get #Shelfie Totes into more retail stores this coming year! GO FISH, DELFT, and FASTER, with more to come soon...!

Selling a Go Fish tote bag to a customer at a game and comic shop.

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Michael - Copper Frog Games @copperfroggames.bsky.social · 29/04/2024

Went to Southwick's Zoo today, and got to see lots of baby animals-- namely, this li'l nugget! Baby prairie dog!

Baby prairie dog next to a rock about the size of a baseball.

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