Lagniappe Games

Lagniappe Games emerged from the New Orleans board game scene, taking its name from the Louisiana Creole term for "a little something extra." The publisher focuses on compact, clever abstracts and light strategy games that pack genuine decision-making into small boxes. Compress, their spatial puzzle game where players manipulate a shared grid through compression mechanics, exemplifies their design philosophy: accessible rules that reward sharp tactical thinking without lengthy play times.

This single-title collection suits players who appreciate elegant abstracts with minimal components but meaningful choices. Compress plays quickly at 2 players, making it ideal for couples, café gaming, or as a palate cleanser between heavier sessions. The game's production values reflect Lagniappe's commitment to quality indie publishing despite their boutique scale.