About Me
My name is Max Brooke, and this is the shameless self-promotion part of the website. Like probably half of the people in the tabletop games industry, I’m a game designer, among an eclectic assortment of other things (project manager, writer, editor, etc). I’ve worked at two game companies over my career, and for the last few years, I’ve been freelance - if you’re interested in collaborating, take a look at my resume or scroll down for the fun, informal version!
My Past Credits
Roleplaying Games
I’ve developed and produced numerous game supplements for Warhammer 40,000 Roleplay, Star Wars Roleplaying. I served as mechanics designer for Legend of the Five Rings Fifth Edition and Adventures in Rokugan.
I’ve also served as a design consultant on the Cosmere RPG with Brotherwise Games, and created free roleplaying games, which can be found in Games for Download.
Miniatures Games
I worked as a designer on X-Wing: The Miniatures Game for five years, and was part of the team that undertook the full-game reboot for X-Wing 2nd Edition, as well as the relaunch of Epic Battles.
After launching my freelance career, I served as lead designer (alongside Michael Gernes) on Star Trek: Into the Unknown with WizKids.
Board Games
My most recent foray is into board games, including a lead design role (alongside Luke Eddy) on Stonesaga with Open Owl Studios.
This cooperative game of survival crafting and wilderness adventure takes place in a prehistoric fantasy world. It has two expansions: Meals & Myths, and Nature of the Beast.
Services
System and Content Design
I love designing games, whether it’s creating new games from the ground up or developing consistent updates that promote the health of existing game lines. I’m always open to freelance opportunities that let me dive into design. This is the stuff that gets me out of bed in the morning.
Marketing & Outreach
I have a background in online marketing from Backbone Media and University Games. I have been closely involved in marketing many products I designed and managed open betas, community outreach efforts, and living rules.
Writing and Editing
I’m always interested in freelance writing, editing, and consultation opportunities for games, genre fiction, and related fields. Additionally, I have significant experience with freelance writing for marketing, including SEO-optimized content.
Design Consultation
I have seen dozens of games products from concept to completion, and can also bring these skills to bear in a freelance capacity. If you’re interested in making a game happen but want to add an expert voice to the team, reach out!
See my Contact page for more information on how to reach me!