Meaning of Token

In computer terminology, there is also the word token. In lexical analysis, it means marker. The meaning of token in board games is similar. Translated, it means “board game indicator”. Tokens are generally made of small wooden blocks or thick cardboard. In board games, they are used to mark scores, perform marker functions, etc. It is convenient for players to know their game progress. Understand their game resources, record special events, etc. At present, most board games contain tokens.

Paper Token

The most common paper token in board games is paper token. It is usually thinner than the board game board, but much thicker than a single card. It is generally made of gray cardboard. Various patterns, numbers, etc. will be printed on it.
Here we use “Burgundy Castle” as an example: the paper tokens in it will be printed with castles, chickens, pigs, sailing ships, silver mines, etc. There will also be technology sections and some special features. The overall paper token is simple and clear, and the art is very fresh. Players can remember each type of paper token after the first try. Since it is called “Burgundy Castle”. The paper token with a castle printed on it in the board game has a castle painted on it. It can be said to be exactly the same as the real Burgundy Castle.

paper board game token

Plastic Board Game Token

beer plastic board game token

As board games become more and more exquisite, publishers are also upgrading board games in various ways. Plastic Tokens have also begun to be used on a large scale.
The earliest plastic tokens were seen on KS board games. Generally, as the number of purchases increases, the purchase amount begins to unlock new things. There will be an upgrade of the token, from paper to plastic. For example, Wolf’s “Blood Rage” has upgraded plastic tokens. Originally, the paper tokens were painted with race marks such as snakes and wolves. In order to encourage everyone to buy, KS upgraded them to three-dimensional plastic tokens. Generally, plastic tokens are not very large, smaller than models. And most of them are half-body or incomplete. It plays a role in marking resources. But it looks much more gorgeous than paper tokens!

DIY Board Game Tokens

Many board game players are ingenious, doing storage, painting, and DIY accessories. So there are also many DIY tokens. For example, in “Farmer”, the sheep and cattle in it. The small house is all DIY by players. And after the launch of “Colonize Mars”, many players DIYed their own unique tokens. Make game elements such as forests and buildings come alive on the table.

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