Custom Game Boxes

Updated 2026-10-06

Custom game boxes are printed rigid and paperboard boxes that game designers, publishers and crowdfunding creators use to package board games, card games, puzzles and party games. Common builds are two-piece rigid boxes with lids, telescoping boxes, tuck boxes for card games and magnetic boxes for deluxe editions, with trays for components. Send your size and artwork for pricing.

Two-piece rigid lids
Trays for every component
Full wrap artwork
Deluxe and standard editions

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Building a game box that players keep

A game box is stored on a shelf for years, opened at every game night and judged by its cover before anyone reads the rules. Custom game boxes are made to your exact component sizes, so the board, cards, dice and tokens fit without rattling and the lid closes flat. A good fit also stops boards from warping and card corners from bending.

Two-piece rigid boxes with a lift-off lid are the standard for board games: chipboard wrapped in printed paper, sturdy enough to stack. Telescoping lids that cover the full base add strength. Tuck boxes and small two-piece boxes suit card games and party games. Magnetic and book-style boxes suit deluxe or collector editions. Inside, card or corrugated trays and dividers separate components, which speeds up setup and keeps pieces together between games.

Treat the box art as the game's cover: a clear title, strong illustration and the player count, age and playtime on the side panels. Wrap artwork around all four sides so the game is recognizable on a shelf from any angle. Matte or soft-touch lamination with spot UV on the title gives a premium feel. Game boxes wholesale orders for publishers can share one tray layout across a series.

Popular uses

Board games
Card and party games
Jigsaw puzzles
Crowdfunded and deluxe editions
Educational and family games
Expansion and add-on packs

Specifications

Size	Made to your exact inside dimensions (L × W × H)
Materials	Paperboard (SBS), kraft, corrugated (E, B or double wall), rigid chipboard
Printing	Full colour CMYK, Pantone (PMS) spot colours, inside and outside printing
Finishes	Matte, gloss or soft-touch lamination, spot UV, foil stamping, embossing, debossing
Add-ons	Window cut-outs, inserts, handles, custom tissue paper and stickers
Proof	Digital proof on your dieline before production

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Options for custom game boxes

Box styles

Two-piece rigid boxes, telescoping lids, magnetic and book-style deluxe boxes, and tuck or slide boxes for card and party games, all made to size.

Trays and inserts

Card and corrugated trays, dividers and wells separate boards, cards, dice and tokens, so components stay organized and setup is quicker.

Materials

Rigid chipboard wrapped in printed paper for board games, SBS paperboard for card game boxes, and kraft for a natural, eco-focused look.

Printing

Full-color CMYK or Pantone printing wrapped around every side, plus printed interiors and trays that continue the game's artwork that players see every time they open the box.

Finishes

Matte, gloss or soft-touch lamination, spot UV on titles, foil stamping and embossing make game boxes stand out on retail and home shelves.

Add-ons

Outer sleeves, shrink-ready shapes, shipping cartons and expansion box sizes that match the main box. Ask about paper-based trays to replace foam or plastic.

How it works

Ordering custom game boxes

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Tell us the box style, size, quantity and where it ships.
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A specialist confirms options and sends a digital proof of your design.
Approve and print
Nothing goes to press until you approve the proof.
Delivered to your door
Boxes ship to your address in the USA or Canada.

FAQ

Custom Game Boxes: questions answered

Still unsure? Ask a packaging specialist.

What material are board game boxes made of?

Most board game boxes are rigid chipboard wrapped in printed paper, with a two-piece or telescoping lid. Card games often use SBS paperboard tuck or slide boxes. Inside, trays are usually card or corrugated board.

Can a game box include a custom tray for components?

Yes. Card or corrugated trays and dividers can be designed around your board, cards, dice and tokens. Share the components and their sizes, and the tray layout is planned so every piece has a place.

Do you make custom game card boxes?

Yes. Tuck boxes, slide boxes and small two-piece boxes suit card games and party games, sized to your card dimensions and deck count. They can include dividers for multiple decks. Share the card size and deck count for an exact fit.

Can I order game boxes wholesale for a crowdfunding campaign?

Yes. Vorex quotes game boxes wholesale for creators and publishers, including standard and deluxe editions. Send your box size, components, quantity and artwork, and a specialist replies with pricing for each version. A digital proof follows before production.

How do I get a quote for custom game boxes?

Send your box dimensions, component list, style, quantity and artwork through the quote form. A Vorex specialist replies with pricing, and a digital proof shows the wrap artwork and tray layout before production. Design help is available for dielines and tray layouts.

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