Vlaada

Vlaada Chvátil, often referred to simply as Vlaada, is a Czech game designer whose work has become influential in modern tabletop gaming. Based in the Czech Republic, he co-founded the game publisher Czech Games Edition (CGE), which has published many of his titles and helped bring Czech game design to international audiences.

Chvátil’s body of work includes Mage Knight, Galaxy Trucker, Space Alert, Dungeon Lords, Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization, Tash-Kalar: Arena of Legends, and Codenames. His games are known for thematic depth, varied mechanics, and strong replayability. Some titles emphasize real-time or cooperative play (Space Alert), others blend resource management with engine-building (Mage Knight), and others explore area control and tactical decision-making (Tash-Kalar). Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization is widely regarded as a sophisticated civilization-building experience.

His designs have earned international recognition, with editions translated into multiple languages and nominations or wins at major board game awards. Beyond producing games, Chvátil remains active in game development and frequently participates in conventions and industry events, contributing to the ongoing growth of the Czech and global board game scene.