Python Playtesting: Crafting the Perfect Board Game
2026-04-25 , Barn

One day I decided that I should create my own delightfully ridiculous and convoluted board game. I furiously typed all the game mechanics into a spreadsheet. But, what if my game wasn’t fun?

As with many challenges I’ve faced, Python emerged as the hero of this story. Discover how I simulated my game in Python and calibrated it toward perfection. Learn about the challenges and triumphs I faced when turning my spreadsheet into a fun playable board game.

Alla Barbalat began her career as a lawyer before transitioning into tech. She is currently an organizer of PyLadies San Francisco and an avid Python user.