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About Tie Games
Tie Games is an independent board game publisher founded by Finnish board game designer Vilma Vihervaara. After designing her first published game, Trollius'n Roll (2024), Vilma founded Tie Games to publish her own games. The company's first published game, PuffiNova, will be released in autumn 2026. Tie Games aims to create memorable board game experiences for families and hobby gamers alike.
PuffiNova
2–5 Players
30–90 min
Age: 8+
Language-independent
A massive meteor has shattered the planet of PuffiNova and sent its fluffy inhabitants into space. Rescue them, rebuild the planet, and collect the most stars to win!
So, what kind of game is PuffiNova? The best way to find out is to watch this introductory video by Nopparalli.
For a wide selection of game images, including high-resolution artwork of all 172 unique cards, visit our illustrator Jasu Hintsala's website.
For reviews, check out PuffiNova on BoardGameGeek.
Rulebooks are available in English, Finnish, and Swedish.
SPIEL Essen 2026
PuffiNova made its debut at SPIEL Essen 2026! We were also featured in two live streams, where PuffiNova was introduced to board game enthusiasts around the world. Watch the videos here and here!
Players' Choice Award - Finalist!
We’re thrilled to announce that PuffiNova was selected as a finalist for the 2026 Players’ Choice Award (Pelaajien valinta) in Finland! A huge thank you to everyone who has played, supported, and enjoyed PuffiNova!
Where to buy PuffiNova?
PuffiNova is available at major retailers and board game stores across Finland, as well as in our official online store, with shipping throughout the EU!
Find PuffiNova at these retailers:
Citymarket
Suomalainen Kirjakauppa
Tokmanni
Iloinen Heppu
Jasu Wonder World
Cosmic Upgrades – First PuffiNova Expansion
PuffiNova's first expansion, Cosmic Upgrades, introduces cosmic abilities to the game! These unique powers give players advantages that last throughout the entire game and open up new strategic possibilities. The expansion includes 17 new cards and will be available from our web shop and selected board game stores.
The People behind PuffiNova
Vilma Vihervaara
Vilma is the founder and COO of Tie Games and the designer behind PuffiNova. She has been passionate about board games for many years and is also a regular contributor to Lautapeliopas, the largest board game website of Finland. Her goal is to create games that bring families and friends together around the table and create lasting memories.
Jasu Hintsala
Jasu is the illustrator behind the artwork of PuffiNova. She created all of the game's illustrations by hand, painting them with real watercolors to bring the world of PuffiNova to life. In addition to her work on board games, Jasu has also illustrated and published children's books. You can visit her website here.
Juhana Keskinen
Juhana Keskinen is the co-designer of PuffiNova. Together with Vilma, he previously designed Trollius'n Roll. Having tried more than 2,300 different board games, Juhana brings extensive knowledge of modern game design and mechanics to the development of PuffiNova.
Media
Explore interviews, videos, and articles featuring Tie Games, PuffiNova, and founder Vilma Vihervaara. Learn more about the people, the creative process, and the journey behind the games.
TV appearances
MTV3 – Huomenta Suomi
23 September 2026
Vilma and PuffiNova's graphic designer Jasu appeared on MTV3's Huomenta Suomi to discuss PuffiNova.
Yle Aamu – Choosing Board Games for Christmas
19 December 2025
Vilma appeared on Yle Aamu to discuss how to choose the right board games for Christmas.
MTV3 – Viiden jälkeen
17 September 2024
Vilma appeared on MTV3's Viiden jälkeen to share tips on choosing the right board game.
Watch the episode
Newspaper articles
Apu
27 September 2026
Vilma shares how she spends all her free time playing board games.
Read the article
Me Naiset
19 August 2026
The story of Tie Games founder Vilma Vihervaara and her journey from board game enthusiast to publishing her own game, PuffiNova.
Read the article
Helsingin Sanomat
5 September 2024
Vilma and Juhana were featured in Helsingin Sanomat, discussing what makes a good board game.
Read the article
Youtube
Lautapelimestari – Season 4
2 October 2026
Vilma competed in the fourth season of Lautapelimestari.
Star Wars: Battle of Hoth vs. Nopparalli
25 August 2026
Vilma and Juhana played Star Wars: Battle of Hoth against Nopparalli.
Watch the episode
Lautapelimestari – Season 2
1 June 2026
Vilma competed in the second season of Lautapelimestari.
Episodes: 1 · 2 · 3 · 4
Trio vs. Nopparalli
24 February 2026
Vilma and Juhana played Trio against Nopparalli.
Watch the episode
SPIEL Essen 2025 – Interview with Nopparalli
18 November 2025
Vilma shared her experiences from SPIEL Essen 2025 in an interview with Nopparalli.
Watch the interview
War of the Ring: The Card Game vs. Nopparalli
4 November 2025
Vilma and Juhana played War of the Ring: The Card Game against Nopparalli.
Watch the episode
Pöydällä Digital | Lautapelimessut netissä
10 December 2023
Vilma appeared in Pöydällä Digital | Lautapelimessut netissä.
Episode 1: Lautapeli hatusta
Episode 2: Loppuvisa
Vilma Vihervaara: @vilmavihervaara
Tie Games: @tie_games
Board Game Geek
Contact
For questions about our games, partnerships, media inquiries, or anything else, feel free to contact us using any of the methods below.
Email: info@tiegames.fi
Phone: +358407669587
Instagram: @vilmavihervaara
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