It's back! Beachhead will once again host a Playtest Zone. This is a great opportunity for designers to push their games to the limit and for playtesters to see what's new in the world of unpublished games.

Never playtested a game before, or unsure what to expect? Don't worry, our volunteers and the friendly Entoyment Hobby Centre staff will be on hand ensure you have a great experience.

How does it work?

Designers book in advance to demo a game prototype on either the Saturday or Sunday, during trade hall hours. Once set up, attendees at the expo are free to visit the Zone and see what games they might enjoy, assisted by the Playtest UK volunteers. If they sit down to play a game, the attendees will give the designer feedback and then possibly stay connected to the project as it develops.

What do designers need to do?

Email Richard on olympusmaster@outlook.com if you are interested in demoing or would like more information. Be prepared to supply details and maybe photos for social media posts ahead of the event. Then spread the word amongst your friends and gaming groups - the more the merrier! A designer gets a free ticket Beachhead Tabletop Games Expo ticket and is guaranteed a table for at least half, and often all, of the day.

What do playtesters need to do?

Keep an eye on social media for updates about the games at the zone. Buy your ticket for Beachhead as normal, then pop over to say hi when the doors open. Feel free to play, watch and discuss as much as you want during the expo.