CHAIN Board Game – 5 Counter Connection Game

3D Print Your Own Tactical Tabletop Game

CHAIN is a competitive 2 player strategy board game where the goal is simple: be the first to create one CHAIN — five connected counters in a straight line.

Chains can be formed horizontally, vertically, or diagonally, creating a fast-paced tactical battle of placement, blocking, and clever card play.

Designed as a print & play STL board game, this set is perfect for makers who enjoy functional prints, tabletop games, and clean mechanical design.

How the Game Works

• Uses 1 standard deck of 52 playing cards
• Players take turns placing counters on matching board spaces
• First player to connect 5 counters in a row wins
• Includes special Jack mechanics:
  • Two-Eyed Jacks act as wild placements
  • One-Eyed Jacks remove an opponent’s counter (unless it is part of a completed CHAIN)

Simple to learn, strategic to master.

What You’ll Print

Depending on your chosen files, this set may include:

• Folding game board
• Counters
• Hinged components
• Latch mechanism parts

Hardware Required

To assemble the hinged board and latches, you will need:

8 × M3 screws (30mm length)

• Size: M3
• Length: 30mm
• Quantity: 8

These are used for the hinges and latch mechanisms.

No other hardware is required.

Recommended Print Settings

• 0.2mm layer height
• 15–20% infill
• PLA or PETG recommended
• No supports required (depending on printer tolerances)

Perfect For

• Fans of strategy board games
• Makers looking for a functional print
• Print & Play enthusiasts
• Gift projects
• Customisable tabletop sets