Game Design Submissions
Got a game the whole world should play?
We're looking for games that stop strangers in their tracks, that go viral before they hit shelves, and that your mom can learn in five minutes. If that's you, let's talk.
Submit Your GameWho We Are
We make games that bring people together
Very Special Games started on a sticky note during a lunch break and grew into something we never saw coming. We're a Memphis-based publisher who makes games that create genuine moments of fun and opportunities for shared experience and community.
We work with outside designers and we take that relationship seriously.
The Standard We Hold Ourselves To
- We respond to every submission within two weeks
- We give you a clear yes, no, or request for revision
- If we meet in person, you'll get direct, honest feedback on the spot
What Are We Looking For?
We Want This
- Family and party games both gamers and non-gamers can enjoy
- Something Mondo's mom can learn in under 5 minutes
- Light strategy games (Ticket to Ride is a good ceiling for complexity)
- Kickstarter-ready light strategy games
- Big moments, accessibility, and fun first
- Virality potential for short-form video and TikTok Shop
Not Right Now
- Themeless abstract strategy games (Chess, Checkers, Mah Jong)
- Trading card games or expandable card games (Magic: The Gathering, Pokemon)
- Strategy games more complex than Ticket to Ride or Catan
- Voting party games (Apples to Apples, Cards Against Humanity)
- "Classic" style card games (Rummy, Canasta)
- Euro-style economic games (Agricola)
- Games that heavily rely on drawing, performance, or improv skills (Pictionary, Charades)
How It Works: Online Submissions
Reach Out
Fill out the contact form below with your elevator pitch, sell sheet, and video. We review every submission.
Within 2 weeks, you'll be contacted by us with a response.
Video Call
If we're interested, Mondo will reach out to schedule a call. You'll know after the call whether we want a formal submission.
Full Submission
If we want to see your game in more detail, we'll ask for a submission of all materials, so it can be formally evaluated within our system.
Decision
After receiving submission materials, we will either ask for a prototype so we can try the game, or we will inform you that we're passing with feedback as to why.
This part of the process will take no more than 3 weeks.
Required Materials
Elevator Pitch
One paragraph telling us about the game, how it plays, and why people will love it.
▶ How to make an elevator pitch (video coming soon)Sell Sheet
A single-page document with your game name, player count, play time, age range, and a clear visual summary. PDF, PNG, or JPG.
▶ How to make a sell sheetPitch Video
Under 3 minutes. Show the game being played, explain the core loop, and show us why it's fun. YouTube or Vimeo link.
▶ How to make a pitch video (video coming soon)Rules
These don't need to be polished or illustrated, just give us enough information to understand the flow of the game in more detail.
▶ How to make a ruleset (video coming soon)How It Works: Meet Us in Person
Mondo Davis, Director of Game Development & Inventor Relations, will be attending the following conventions this year.
PAX Unplugged
Philadelphia, PA · December 2026
Ready to Show Us Your Game?
Fill out the form below. We'll get back to you within two weeks. If your game sounds like a fit, Mondo will be in touch to schedule a call.
Mondo Davis
Director of Game Development & Inventor Relations