Joel Pellegrino Hotham
Joel Pellegrino Hotham is an Argentine board game designer and publisher, founder of JuegosDeMesa.com.ar, a label dedicated to creating family-friendly, inclusive, and accessible games for players of all ages. Among his most notable works are the award-winning titles Fast Food! and Space Rocket, recognized for their dynamic gameplay, simple rules, and fun-for-everyone approach. He is also the creator of successful…
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releases such as Código Enigma, Snack, and Velocitactor —the latter standing out for its inclusive concept and tactile system that allows both sighted and visually-impaired players to compete on equal terms. His full catalog also includes Argentidados (with strong educational content), Gelato, Venecitas, Exploradores, and Sale con Fritas!, covering a variety of styles—from fast family games to cooperative experiences and thematic expansions. With a focus on innovation, accessibility, and sensory design, Joel aims for each game to deliver meaningful experiences through its mechanics, aesthetics, and its ability to bring different generations together around the table. Founder: JuegosDeMesa.com.ar Main titles: Fast Food!, Space Rocket, Código Enigma, Snack, Velocitactor, Argentidados, Gelato, Venecitas, Exploradores, Sale con Fritas!
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Designed and illustrated 6 games
| Fast Food! | 2018 | 0 | |
| Space Rocket | 2021 | 0 | |
| Código Enigma | 2016 | 0 | |
| Venecitas | 2016 | 0 | |
| Velocitactor | 2025 | 0 | |
| Sale con Fritas! | 2018 | 0 |
Designed 5 games
| Gelato | 2020 | 0 | |
| Snacks | 2023 | 0 | |
| Mi Granja | 2017 | 0 | |
| Exploradores | 2017 | 0 | |
| Los Payasos | 2017 | 0 |
Art for 1 game
| Kokedama | 2025 | 0 |