Hello! I’m Velgus, otherwise known by my full name “John Velgus” or simply “V”. Welcome to my game work site. I am a board game designer, developer, escape puzzle creator, copy editor - and more!

I am constantly playing and creating games of all kinds, with a special focus on tabletop experiences. I am based in the East Bay Area near San Francisco, USA.

FREELANCE GAME SERVICES

  • Game Development (refining a prototype for commercial release)

  • Contract Game Design (designing a game from a core concept)

  • Content Development

  • Escape Room Puzzles and Tabletop Puzzles Design

  • Rulebook and Component Writing / Editing / Proofing

  • Consulting on Learnability, Useability, and Initial Assessment / First Impressions

  • Running Play Tests and Gathering Feedback

  • Convention and Event Staff