If you regularly play board games – whether with friends, family or in a club – you know the problem: the box is crammed full, cards are flying around loosely, tokens are happily mingling with game boards, and the set-up feels like it takes forever. The solution? Folded Space. The company has set itself the task of developing customized inserts made of lightweight foam material for many of the most popular board games – and they change your gaming experience forever.
What is Folded Space?
Folded Space is a specialist in so-called game inserts – inserts that have been specially developed for certain board games. These inserts are made of Evacore – an innovative material that is light, stable and durable. Unlike wooden inserts, they are not only cheaper, but also significantly lighter, which is a real advantage, especially for frequent players with large game collections.
Why at all an insert?
Many board games – especially modern Eurogames and campaign games – contain large amounts of game material: cards, markers, tokens, dice, resources, miniatures and more. After the first game, these usually end up in bags, pouches or wildly mixed up in the box. The result: disorganization, longer set-up times and unnecessary frustration.
An insert ensures that every part has its place – logically, safely and ready to hand at all times. This not only speeds up assembly, but also makes playing more enjoyable because you don’t have to constantly sort or search.
The advantages of Folded Space in detail
Customized design
Each insert is specially developed for a specific game (and often also its expansions). It fits into the original game box with millimeter precision and also takes into account sleeved cards, miniatures or special components. Not a “universal organizer”, but a real custom-made product.
DIY – but simple
Folded Space Inserts arrive as flat sheets. They are assembled using wood glue or PVA glue. The time required is manageable – between 30 minutes and 2 hours, depending on the game. The enclosed instructions are clearly illustrated and the assembly is almost meditative – a bit like Lego for board game fans.
Lightweight and stable
Evacore is a sandwich material made of EVA foam with a paper surface. It is extremely light, yet dimensionally stable and durable. Perfect for players who often transport their games, take them to game nights or regularly set them up and take them down.
Time saving during assembly
Many of the organizers are designed so that you can play directly from the compartments – without having to spread everything out on the table first. This not only saves time, but also brings order to every game round.
Inexpensive alternative to wooden inserts
Anyone who has ever bought a wooden insert knows that quality has its price. Folded Space offers a much cheaper solution without compromising on function or appearance. This makes them ideal for players who want to upgrade their entire collection.
For which games are inserts available?
The selection is constantly growing and now includes over 150 games. Some highlights:
- Gloomhaven & Frosthaven – The absolute gamechanger for these game monsters.
- Terraforming Mars – maps, projects, markers – everything perfectly organized.
- Scythe – With space for expansions such as “Rise of Fenris”.
- Viticulture, Flügelschlag, Everdell (which we have also presented to you before), Arche Nova, Spirit Islandand many more.
Many inserts are also expansion-compatible or combine the basic game and expansion in a single, clever solution.
Use in practice: a field report
As a frequent gamer with a collection of over 80 games, I have tried out several organizers – from home-made solutions and wooden inlays to Folded Space. I was particularly impressed:
- The combination of lightness and stability: ideal for tournament bags or shelves with many large boxes.
- The intelligent layout: you immediately notice that passionate players were at work here.
- Quickly ready to play: everything is set up in just a few minutes – this motivates you to play more complex games more often.
Our conclusion: order that improves the game
A Folded Space Insert is more than just an “organizer” – it is a real enhancer of your gaming experience. You save time, have a better overview, protect your game material and are motivated to bring complex games to the table more often. Especially if you care for and value your collection, an insert is a worthwhile investment.
