Best Board Gaming Table Build on Youtube

[@make_or_die]

Interested in seeing some extra accessories for the gaming table? : kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5LGmmOZh5aUe7s Also, I'm beyond stoked at how many people want to build a table of their own. For the mean time hopefully this helps! Link to the Design. I currently cant pay for Fusion360 Unlimited so I can't share a downloadable design but this should help with measurements amongst other things. I am working on a site that will have plans but hopefully this suffices until then. The password is (MakeOrDie) : a360.co/4f01jK9

[@monkeysausageclub]

That magnetic accessory rail is some big brain thinking.

[@make_or_die]

I'm also very attracted too it.

[@JoGuev7177]

It is, WyrmWood has a bunch of different accessories already made and ready to go; poker chip holders, gaming accessory holders, hobby shelf, player desks, etc. They have a bunch of videos in their process and design.

[@WardVandekerkhove]

​@@JoGuev7177 Wyrmwood is what made me decide to build a table for my own, and that's what brought me here. As for the magnetic rail, ll other alternatives (French cleat, aluminum rails) have too many disadvantages. But it takes a bit more (expensive) materials. I just hope @make_or_die 's cats won't tear the play surface apart

[@marcusburnett22]

Pandemic looks under control at the end. (Beautiful table)

[@make_or_die]

@@marcusburnett22 now for pandemic legacy!

[@withJordanFrank]

One of the prettier game tables I've seen. I love how solid it is yet the top has a nice light "float" to it. The magnetic rails are really slick, the leather play surface is classy, and the diffused lights look great. I made my own table and wasn't aware of the diffusers at the time and now want to go back and add them- looks awesome. Great build!!

[@kupariusa4202]

"I'm not a metal worker, yet." Right attitude. The table itself is amazing. That magnetic rail is brilliant. I also like that you produce these videos with better style and quality that a certain Gin Butterfly with a million subscribers does. I also like how your woodshop is a hodgepodge of brands and eras of tools, making you relatable to the average hobbyist, unlike Gin Butterflies with nothing but Festool and Sawstop. Subscribed.

[@make_or_die]

"Gin Butterfly" 😂😂😂 I think this is my favorite comment I've ever gotten on this channel! I'll take any comparison to the big dogs, not alone a positive one!

[@RTYB]

Who is this "Gin Butterfly"? Lol

[@make_or_die]

@@RTYB I believe he is referring to Jason. He runs an awesome channel called Bourbon Moth.

[@ericolson6135]

This is awesome. I have a gaming table design I have been sitting on for two years. It's a bit more complex with power supplies, cup holders, and book shelves. But, you have a point. Just friggin do it man. Just do it. Heard and understood. This is a beautiful table. Thank you for sharing.

[@make_or_die]

Exactly that, I would have drug my feet to my grave on this project. I'm telling you it's so worth building!

[@frosbite84]

Great build. Freaking love it. Now just mount a tiny fog machine under the table with the outlet leading to the play area for some extra EXTRA ambience. 😆

[@make_or_die]

I definitely almost bought a fog machine for the final shots lol. Now I'm realizing your totally right and I could have used more than once!

[@otterwerks]

Lovely piece of work.

[@bluepeakwoodworks]

Excellent build video! Impressive for a first large build. I really appreciate the narration. I love hearing the design decisions made in a project.

[@make_or_die]

Thanks!

[@firaszkamal]

That was enjoyable to watch, very well done.

[@kentthorsen458]

Love the floating top look...ascetically pleasing and functional as well! Love it.

[@bavarianrider]

Dude your right, this is the best game table on KZbin.

[@make_or_die]

I agree! Seems click baity but I really think it is, I mean there isn't many out in the first place but still!

[@vandermore]

I'm at the end of a gaming coffee table build out of ash. I saw the magnetic accessories and I'm glad to know that my idea to have done the same thing was a good one. 😉

[@AlyssaRamos-u9o]

This was so fun to watch. I’m venture into the idea of making a table for my game nights and this gave me so many ideas. This is a beautiful table, thank you for sharing.

[@SuperMcgooch]

Awesome build!

[@SuperMcgooch]

Do you have any ideas for more magnetic mods around the outside? Maybe a dice tower that slots into the magnetic slot or a DM/GM screen. Also your cat looks like Adam Driver

[@Randavian]

Extremely impressive. My buddy and I just built our first table. Well, we chopped up an exiting table and modified it. It was definitely an experience. It will be unveiled this weekend as a surprise to our players.

[@make_or_die]

Nice! You add a vault?

[@Randavian]

@@make_or_die We considered it, but opted to put a TV in the middle with a leaf to cover it up when we didn't want to use the TV. Added some sublimated images on acrylic, with lights underneath on the rails.

[@make_or_die]

@@Randavian more of a d&d table?

[@devonproffitt10]

Absolutely beautiful. Very well done. Happy gaming!

[@christianpoynter7971]

I've been wanting to build my own Wyrmwood-style table for a while - cool to see others doing the same thing. I love that rail/accessory system - that's the main thing I want to incorporate into my own build!

[@ryanlewis4919]

Great job! My wife and I are going to make a gaming table and this is inspiring

[@cwaldrip]

That is a sweet table, and those LEDs are great! I wish I had the equipment to make something like that, but you've obviously got the skills to use them!

[@Existential_brian]

Congratulations- you’re now one of the best makers on YT with this table, I’m not kidding! Seriously, it’s great and I agree it’s better than any other build. While I personally would have preferred some taper on the legs to pull together the under bevel on the top, it’s a personal preference that does nothing to detract from how badass it is. I really love the led strip, but I’m not sure I can make it work on mine because I’m rabbeting out for a solid surface to go on top, so it can double duty as a dining table. That said now that I’ve seen yours I may have to rethink it to make the LEDs work. They look that great.

[@make_or_die]

Thank you so much! I'm sure the title will be passed along not too far from now, but I cherish it in the moment 😊 I have a gaming room where this table sits exclusively for that purpose so I never had the need for the toppers, however I still had a plan for them. The toppers would work almost like the inverse of how you were describing. The toppers themselves would have notches cut on the underside edges so that they lock into place. They would also be the same size as the table so just like adding another layer on top but could be made out of a thicker material with thinner edges as they almost sit recessed into the table. Not sure if that makes any sense but there's a table sort of like this but without the notches called the phalanx. Check it out!.

[@mirameejung]

Thank you for sharing your build journey. I am about to begin a commission build for a DnD table; I’ve been searching the YT for “gaming table” build ideas & inspo. Anyhow, your thumbnail caught my eye, as it appears to be a larger table (compared to others I’ve seen). Looking forward to watching the rest of your video. Thanks again! 😊

[@peterksenich8667]

Very nice work. Love the use of Cherry Wood. Classic heirloom quality table. I hope to build one soon for CATAN.

[@ThatsMistaTwistToYou]

I'm into this video, and I'm sure there are tons of others. Great job on the table!

[@make_or_die]

@@ThatsMistaTwistToYou I believe it was 1/8th inch thick

[@SleepyGal_ASMR]

an excellent job. this was very relaxing and informative to watch. I appreciate you attention to detail!

[@SleepyGal_ASMR]

also just subbed!

[@make_or_die]

@@SleepyGal_ASMR according to KZbin analytics you just might be my first female subscriber! Much appreciated!

[@fredanastas7103]

Irwin clamps, Ryobi router and an Alibaba Domino. You are amazing. I wish you had my tools and i had half of your talent. Sweet table!

[@make_or_die]

Man I wished I used Alibaba domino in the video, that's hilarious! 😂 Thank you btw!

[@samagon00]

love the build, I would have tossed 1/4" of foam padding under that leather surface, make it feel super premium, yet it would still be a solid enough surface to stand up figures and things.

[@make_or_die]

@@samagon00 that's good idea. Would only take a few minutes.

[@MarcoMartinsM]

You rock! Congrats on the build! Please do a video on the attachments :)

[@make_or_die]

@@MarcoMartinsM my latest video includes piece trays and card holders that attach to the rails

[@MarcoMartinsM]

@@make_or_die I was just watching it, thank you for sharing! I see some tables have the ability to snap attachments on the inside as well, I am not so sure that's a good thing, any thoughts?

[@make_or_die]

@@MarcoMartinsM I think it can be useful, I opted for the lights instead which I enjoy more than attachments but that's just my preference.

[@MarcoMartinsM]

@@make_or_die the LEDs are a great add though!

[@codyclark9348]

good for you man. beautiful table and very well put together video. earned my sub for sure.

[@ABramble]

I’ve never commented on KZbin but this video prompted an immediate like, subscribe, and comment. Absolutely gorgeous build that I will be using as the model when I attempt my own. Curious if there’s anything you’d do differently?

[@make_or_die]

@@ABramble I feel honored! To be honest I haven't run into anything yet that jumps out like wow I definitely should have done that. The magnetic rail works perfectly, the depth is great, love the LEDs. I've probably played 100 hours at the table so far and am still in love!

[@kyang321]

Great video and really clear shots of what you're doing made the process easy to follow. Interested in modifying our current damaged table into a gaming table so constantly looking at others for inspiration. Don't have the tools for milling hardwoods so I was thinking of going down the route of plywood with nicer veneers.

[@make_or_die]

And that's how 90% of tables are built so nothing wrong with that.

[@Rraijjar]

Hmmm... guess im a bit more of that one of those 50 people watching the video Buuuuuut this is really inspiring to create something like this as well! Many thanks for sharing!

[@make_or_die]

This guy made it to the end! Much appreciated.

[@McSchwiftys_Vlog]

Bro, you shuffled those cards and during your test and didnt even crack a smile. Id be ecstatic, this is amazing and great video!

[@make_or_die]

I'm very pessimistic until the thing I'm building is 100% done. I'm known for fing things up right before they are complete!

[@McSchwiftys_Vlog]

@@make_or_die it happens to the best of us! But when the final product is essentially right in front of you, I bet it's a great feeling! Any idea if you'll post plans?

[@make_or_die]

@@McSchwiftys_Vlog I probably will if the demand it there for them.

[@richardbaham309]

@@make_or_dieI would also love plans to this build!

[@utahgeoff]

That thing is sweet. Great job but you lost me at the end with the LaCroix. 🤣

[@fernandorobert1631]

Really nice table, really nice project! The best design is the one that accomplishes the need of the user! Not that overpriced tables that throw a bunch of useless addons that the only goal is to milk more wallet of the consumers. congrats on your new table ;)

[@make_or_die]

Thanks! I've seen the tables with the phone chargers and speakers and all that. I thought I'd go simple, get the rail on and make what I need/want for it as I go.

[@diggis79]

Seriously cool table. I wish this had been around when I was designing mine last year as there is some stuff you did which was better than the way I did it.

[@make_or_die]

@@diggis79 could always make a new one!

[@diggis79]

@@make_or_die Hahaha, god no, I don't have acess to a workshop like yours so did most of it with a drop saw and a router, so it nearly wrecked me. I'm super happy with what I have, and watching you sit and deal the cards gave me nostalgia for when I was able to do that on mine. Even after a year I still enjoy setting it up for gaming.

[@make_or_die]

@@diggis79 yea as long as you enjoy it and its functional, all the other bells and whistles are nice but definitely not necessary.

[@x01509]

This thing is beautiful. Well done.

[@make_or_die]

Thank you very much! 🙏

[@joshjamiel4158]

looks sick

[@Ckertar]

This is definitely the best homemade gaming table I've seen on youtube. I'm hoping to make one myself but lack the tools to do it :/ hopefully someday I'll get there!

[@make_or_die]

I hope so too! Sadly the pre-builts are so expensive.

[@fiveduckstudio]

Awesome work! Love the magnetic accessory rail.

[@make_or_die]

Thanks!

[@adamwoodford5914]

Love the build i def want to build mine using your plans! I may switch out the LED rail for a interior magnetic rail. But love you video. Great job!

[@EricHonaker]

This came out great. I love the accessory rail. If you play TTRPGs, a dice holder might be good for each player. Maybe a tablet or laptop stand for games w/ an app component, like Mansions of Madness.

[@make_or_die]

Thanks I need ideas for the next video where I'm building out accessories!

[@allenkwest]

Amazing job!

[@SamSheffer117]

Absolutely love this. Saving, subbing, liking, all of the above haha. I think when I go to attempt this myself I may try to add a removable top? Not sure.. But beautiful build!

[@make_or_die]

I had a plan for a top but this is a dedicated gaming table so for me it was unnecessary.

[@torq21]

Amazing video! Keep up the great work and I'm sure you will have KZbin success!

[@wichitapilot5901]

Absolutely bad a** my man!!! Great stuff and great table! Keep up the great work!

[@make_or_die]

Thank you sir. I definitely plan on keeping them rolling, stay tuned.

[@evansidman]

Piece of art! It's been a while since last video, but I'll waiting for a next one

[@make_or_die]

Thanks for that! I'm gonna try uploading sooner next time

[@JamesWelbes]

Bro that F bomb came out of nowhere, you're mad mad about that Rubio monocoat 😂

[@make_or_die]

@@JamesWelbes 😂 sometimes it just hits me man, you know what I mean!

[@justinswett3724]

Nice work! The led work looks amazing. I’m currently spec’ing out the needs for my DnD group and particularly interested in the magnetic rail system you built. Looking forward to that video 😅

[@make_or_die]

Should be starting on it soon!

[@davemillsap647]

Amazing

[@woodrowedwards7212]

Awseome! I made one but it doesn't look nearly as pretty. I like the leather, and may give that a try next time.

[@DOntTouCHmYPaNDa]

Woah, your quality of your videos deserves so much more views! Keep up the great work!

[@make_or_die]

Thanks! 😃

[@jackharington3126]

So cool.

[@davethepak]

Thank you for the video Also, as a fellow woodworker and guy familiar with production.... - really great design and execution (the woodworking). - excellent content and production quality - top notch! Questions; * if you would have done a topper - any thoughts on how you would have done it? * what are the dimensions? * How thick was the bottom ply for support? is it enough long term? Thanks again for the video.

[@make_or_die]

Glad you enjoyed the video! So if I was going to make a topper I would cut the pieces to sit flush with the edge of the table but also cut a groove on the under side that matches the inside edge of the table, that way they wouldn't move. Dimensions are 70 x 40 inches The base is 3/4 ply. Very sturdy!

[@RTYB]

Amazing, and nice family too. Enjoy some hearty game nights on your throne of a table :) Subscribed

[@make_or_die]

hmmm should a throne be next?

[@RTYB]

@@make_or_die Would be interesting, but you do you 😂. I enjoy watching woodworking.

[@jaygrimm9721]

wow, nicely done

[@mtnjak]

It will also make for a nice war room table if you plot to take over the world. 🤔 Nice build!

[@make_or_die]

Now I think I have to play Risk Legacy!

[@DarkangaelBrokenwing]

Love it

[@make_or_die]

@@DarkangaelBrokenwing me too!

[@rarc007]

what is the size of the 3 lumbers of the 3 principal frames? are they 2x3 first frame, 2x4 second frame and 1x5 the arm rest frame?

[@bradleyminger]

Top notch work! I’m planning on building your table myself, it’s the simplest and best looking one I’ve ever seen. Would you be able to link where you got the steel channel and the glue you used on it?

[@make_or_die]

@@bradleyminger the glue and steel I actually got from my local Ace hardware shop.

[@ferriswhitehouse1476]

Awesome build and video liked and subed. Huge fan of that flat bar accessory rail. That is just so much easier and more elegant then building tons of complicated mechanisms and drawers and whatnot (which is a mistake I have made). I hope you don't mind me stealing that.

[@make_or_die]

Steal away! I plan on releasing my next video soon which covers some more accessories for the table, stay tuned.

[@matthewpeterson3329]

Nice job mister. Looks great!

[@Chowcago]

Sick ending, whats the song called? Its by Three Days, right?

[@make_or_die]

O yea, it's their most popular single!

[@Brettspielovic]

Wow, that is an incredible board game table! Is it possible to get the plans somewhere? I would love to build one myself.

[@make_or_die]

I currently don't have a website to host them on, so sadly they aren't available. Hopefully I will have one finished soon 🤞

[@dandennis3363]

​@@make_or_dieI liked and subbed after stumbling upon your video, great work! I look forward to seeing more videos. I think that would be awesome if you could share the plans.

[@make_or_die]

@@dandennis3363 Thanks so much! Check pinned comment.

[@eizenhorn91]

Niсe build, just moving to my finally built house where I have place for wood working as hobby (apart from miniatures/terrains printing/painting) and I have a plan to make kitchen table transforming to tabletop table similar to yours. Btw how good magnetic rail holding cup holder? It's fine for coke can, but if it will be a bit bigger glass bottle of beer for example?

[@make_or_die]

The rails are very strong. My buddy hooked his full 50oz water bottle to it without an issue.

[@daniellongcor557]

I’m looking make my own table and just haven’t found what kind of table I want. This is the best version I’ve seen in many. Many. Many. Examples. We think alike with the diffusers and led for sure. Do you have rough plans available for purchase?

[@make_or_die]

I plan on building a website hopefully soon, I would post them there.

[@davidstarling9747]

Great video! Any interest in sharing the plans?

[@make_or_die]

I have, just depends on the demand

[@davidstarling9747]

I'm interested! My friend and I may make something similar.

[@Alban1700]

Incredible work ! Congrats :) Is it possible to have your 3D model? I'm interested to see how you designed it

[@make_or_die]

I've had a few people interested in the plans/model if the interest keeps coming I'll definitely at least release the model.

[@GamingOnTheIsland]

Amazing table and fantastic content. Great inspiration to me as I’m looking at making a table myself. Question though regarding the legs. I have not seen legs attached like that before. Most use mortise and tenon or a brace or both. Do you have any concerns about racking or stability with how the legs are secured?

[@make_or_die]

Most manufactured table legs are secured the same way. I wanted the legs to be removable, mortise and tenon you would glue in I'm assuming. The table is sturdy. My gamers lean against it reaching for pieces, no issues.

[@plt998]

If you're one of the fifty people who watch this video......14k views later, lol.

[@make_or_die]

Really thankful this video has performed as well as it has!

[@mightytoothpick]

Sitting on 30k now

[@jamesjohnson8048]

Noice! I’m making my own feature list for a possible gaming table build. I’d want outlets and USB charging ports. Regarding the magnetic strips… I want my rails to be strong enough to hold a laptop shelf. Wouldn’t magnetic strips have a limited weight capacity? I’m thinking about using universal T-track instead. Thoughts?

[@make_or_die]

Ok so first, the steel is inset into the side of the table. That's important because for heavier items the magnets aren't doing much, the wedge is taking all the load. Think of pulling a middle Jenga block out half way, you'd be surprised how much that can hold especially in the case of a laptop holder that's wedged over a 12 inch span or so. The magnets help get it into position, then the wedge does all the heavy lifting. I'm very confident my table is capable of holding a laptop, but I will admit probably not in the most secure way. Steer away from T-Track. My mind also went there but abandoned it quickly once I realized you have to slide every piece down and out just to slide in a new holder, then reinsert the old one again. No, pulling off and sticking back on. I found this link to be the most helpful though and I think you would too : boardgamegeek.com/thread/1336005/game-table-design-series-game-table-features-rail Scroll down and checkout the "AP Table Wall Mount support". I purchased these and they worked great, but my fellow gamers and I compared the strength of the two, the aesthetics and just the snap of the magnetic rail really swayed us. You might really like that system though. Good Luck!

[@jamesjohnson8048]

@@make_or_die thanks for taking the time to respond so comprehensively. I love understanding the thought processes being the design decisions.

[@Coreyrkennedy]

I'm not sure if you mentioned it, but how wide is the table? Now that you've used it, does it feel too wide/big for 4-6 people to play a board game at it?

[@andrewgrover]

Gorgeous table. Very similar to the design I intend to build using many of the same ideas. I wonder if you feel like the LEDs are worth it for actual play?

[@make_or_die]

They are. At least for me, they make even just hanging out and listening to music at the table fun.

[@andrewgrover]

@@make_or_die At least you ended up with a nice LED setup with no "LEDs in the eyes". I hadn't seen that type of continuous ribbon strip before. I see too many LEDs in tables that leave to much line of sight with individual diodes. Good choice.

[@make_or_die]

@@andrewgrover yup that ruins the look I think. Gotta make sure they are totally diffused

[@jamesnicolson2431]

When chairs?

[@make_or_die]

Hmm. Good question.

[@koyko4]

Does the LED light distract the other players? Any solutions?

[@make_or_die]

@@koyko4 no issues with the lights being distracting. I set them to a slow moving gradient of colors and they just make everything pop. They must be diffused properly though which I managed.

[@KazMcGown]

8/4=2/1=2... So 2 inch?

[@make_or_die]

Correct

[@Bearded-Viking-WoodWorks]

Skäl 🫡 this is Worth a sub right here ! Brother keep up the great work and you’re on your way to success my friend !

[@make_or_die]

Thanks man! Your channel is killing it, congrats 🎉

[@victorflietstra631]

Thanks for the great video. Really good editing and funny! The table is gorgeous. I was wondering what type an size of metal you used, what is the thickness. Looking into making a table myself and yours will be a great inspiration!

[@thadiusp]

This is a beautiful table man! Well done! I quite enjoyed watching the video!

[@dustylaperriere9019]

As a fellow gamer and woodworker that has made a table.... yours is epic. The LED payoff was so worth it.

[@make_or_die]

Thanks man! Honestly the leds don't look as good in camera as they do in person, they are totally worth adding to your table if you can.

[@dustylaperriere9019]

@makeordie8746 any issue with the magnetic accessories popping off?

[@make_or_die]

@@dustylaperriere9019 nope, they snap into place and then when weight is applied they tilt down slightly and sort of wedge themselves in place. Had all different kinds of beverages on them and nothing has fallen. Plus all the other accessories will most likely be for lighter things like cubes and meeples.

[@wbsteck5072]

Really interested in learning more! Thank You for Sharing! ​@@make_or_die

[@johannesstal270]

Very nice a beautiful table and a awesome video. Now there is one important gaming table feature I would be missing and that's a topper or a way to cover the table to either do something completely different or setup another game on top of a ongoing one. Also might have missed it but did you specify the inner/outer dimension? And also are you happy with the size?

[@make_or_die]

I've been going back and forth on if I want to make a topper. I honestly think 90% of the time I won't be using it so 90% of the time it'll just be taking up space somewhere. The table is perfectly sized at 35 by 70

[@christophergallagher8120]

Is that the vault dimension or the arm rest dimension?

[@make_or_die]

@@christophergallagher8120 that's outside edge dimension, offset 5 inches for vault dimension.

[@johnwilliamsonjr6628]

🔥🔥🔥

[@christophergallagher8120]

I think I have watched every game table video that KZbin will let me find. Yours is the best. I like your “sandwich” for vault side and arm rest and your solution for knockdown legs.

[@make_or_die]

Thanks. I'm actually really pleased with the legs especially how simple the design was for them.

[@FortesqueDaniel]

24:45 Very nice build but I wouldn't call it niche exactly. Wyrmwood's first Kickstarter for basically this table hit almost $9 million dollars.

[@make_or_die]

Board games have become more popular for good reason. Their tables are like $10,000 so that still works out to about 900 tables, seems decently niche still to me but that could just be me.

[@FortesqueDaniel]

You could buy a basic cherry table for ~$1000, now though the price has gone up a lot and it's $2000 for a basic one. If you buy a Wenge table or something ye it's 10 grand, or if you go for their Prophecy line it starts at like $20 grand but mass production made their modular version fairly affordable all things considered. They had 7700 backers for the first kickstarter, 6500 for their second one and 2700 for the latest one (my guess is partly because prices have gone up significantly plus current economic climate isn't super great either). Plus general website sales, though that isn't too high I believe they mentioned. The total money spend on kickstarter is more opaque as you just pledge part of the price and then finalize your table, etc in another tool. In the grand scheme of things, yes it is still niche compared to anything actually mainstream of course but it's not exactly tiny.

[@cdl1701]

Nice build! the gray top goes really well with the cherry. Love it!

[@make_or_die]

@@cdl1701thanks! I actually went back and forth with the color so many times. Almost got like a forest green but thought it might be too Christmasy.

[@3Dgifts]

Beautiful build.