Island Papers @ Doujima 2026
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Catch the Island Papers showcase at Doujima 2026! Come browse the zine, try demos of the games from Island Papers Issue 1: Ceremony and purchase other releases from the contributors.
Here's a quick overview of our schedule this weekend at booth F15/16, in the middle block. Most demos and activities require a booking; scroll down for a brief description of each demo and the booking slots available. While our demos are free tasters for the content of Island Papers, please note that entry to Doujima is ticketed.
Saturday, 9 May | Sunday, 10 May | |
12:00 pm | Consult an Editor (30 mins) | Consult an Editor (30 mins) |
1:00 pm | Welcome to the Library* (20 mins) | |
2:00 pm | Authority Demo (30 mins) | The Stage is Set Demo (45 mins) |
3:00 pm | Welcome to the Library* (20mins) | Welcome to the Library* (20mins) |
4:00 pm | The Stage is Set Demo (45 mins) | |
5:00 pm | Authority Demo (30 mins) | rise & roll Demo (30 mins) |
6:00 pm | ███████ Secondary School Demo (45 mins) | rise & roll Demo (30 mins) |
*Sign-ups not required for this event, walk-in to our demo booth!
Consult an Editor Saturday; 4 slots & Sunday; 2 slots
Ever wanted a professional perspective about your tabletop/puzzle game, or just some clear direction on how to proceed with your design? Sit down with Alanna, the editor of Island Papers for a focused consultation! Come with a pitch, concept or a first draft, and leave with actionable feedback to help bring your game to life. In this 30 mins slot, Alanna can share initial insights, suggest developmental edits, or share some advice on the next steps towards self-publishing.
To make the most of your session, please come prepared with organised writing for Alanna to review. You will be requested to share what you'd like Alanna to look over at time of booking. This complimentary initial session is a convention-exclusive offered to those interested in the consultation service; subsequent sessions will be conducted on a paid basis (TBD with client).
Authority (4 players per slot) Designer: Alanna Yeo Saturday; 2:00pm, 5:00pm
Who decides what is recorded and remembered as history? Authority is a quick story game where players shape a historical record. Join Alanna for a short demo session and take part in the shaping of history.
Welcome to the Library (walk-in)
Designer: Joelyn Yep Saturday; 3:00-5:00pm Sunday; 1:00-2:00pm, 3:00-4:00pm
Welcome to the Library of Exchanges. Unfortunately, the library is undergoing unforeseen shifts in parallel universes, so we are unable to give any tours for now. Would you be interested in the exhibition catalogue and trinket box? You can take a trinket if you can get the box open. Perhaps the zine will give you some clues? Joelyn, today's librarian, may be able to help.
Bookings not necessary for this demo. Just come right up to the demo booth at the right time! Your estimated play time is 20 mins.
███████ Secondary School (4 players per slot)
Designer: Mohamed Adam a.k.a. wearty11; Game Master: Alanna
Saturday; 6pm
It's the start of the school year, and we've just begun at our new school! (But it's weird, because I don't remember choosing this school when I was doing my school selection...) Let's go through orientation at ███████ Secondary School together with GM Alanna! Who knows what interesting things we'll discover?
Content warning: This game contains unusual horror elements and may not be suitable for younger players. Players under 15 should be accompanied by an adult.
The Stage is Set (4 players per slot)
Designer: Jawn Chan; Game Master: Wesley
Sunday; 2:00pm, 4:00pm
The Singapore Ghost Hunters (SGH) have uncovered an unusual happening that could stop the local Getai in its tracks! Join GM Wesley on a quick adventure in "The Stage Is Set", designed by Jawn Chan.
Content warning: This game includes themes of the supernatural. Please participate at your own discretion.
rise & roll (3 players per slot) Sunday; 5:00 pm, 6:00 pm
Designer: S0litarystar & a.simin; Game Master: S0litarystar
rise & roll is a gentle morning ritual where you journal about how you start your day. S0litarystar brings you through a demo of this reflective and thoughtful journaling game.
Interested in the zine? The zine (together with some other interesting offerings from our contributors!) will be available for purchase at Doujima 2026, but if you can't wait, order it now for it to be mailed to you!
