About us
Big Punch Studios create and publish amazing comics, games and podcasts. We’re the team behind creator-owned comics such as Afterlife Inc., 7STRING and Cat & Meringue; and games such as Sandwich Masters and the award-winning solo RPG Colostle. We’re also the creators of Tiny Hercules, a new series of graphic novels from Macmillan Children’s Books.
When not writing, drawing or touring, we produce a number of podcasts, including A Show Called Hate, a comedy podcast about love, hate and everything in between. Welcome to our worlds.
In 2022, Big Punch Studios was named as one of SoGlos’ 40 under 40 Gloucestershire businesses.
Store closure
Hi folks!
After many years in action, we're sorry to announce that the Big Punch Studios store will close on 31 January 2026. Until then, please enjoy discounts on all our products!
Don't worry, this isn't forever - we have big plans for Sandwich Masters and more games in the future - but with the release of Tiny Hercules from our publishers at Macmillan Children's Books, we've decided to step back for a while and focus on making more amazing new comics.
We can't wait to return with something bigger, brighter and punch-ier than ever! In the meantime, you can continue to find Afterlife Inc. and Colostle on their respective stores. Thanks, folks. Keep watching this space for more from us soon!
Ali, Nich, Jon and Lucy
December 2025
Sandwich Masters | The core game
Battle for sandwich supremacy in this fast-paced card game for 2-4 players.
Features
180 cards (100 ingredients, 30 orders and 50 noshdosh)
Attack Pack expansion (10 cards)
Order Up! expansion (10 cards)
instruction book
a box that looks like a sandwich!
What’s new?
Tiny Hercules | Nich and Jon sign publishing deal with Macmillan Children’s Books
Nich and Jon have signed a four-book publishing deal with Macmillan Children’s Books for Tiny Hercules, a new comic series featuring the world’s tiniest, mightiest hero! Written by Jon and illustrated by Nich, books 1 and 2 of Tiny Hercules hit shelves in 2026, with books 3 and 4 following close behind in 2027.
Arts Council England | Jon’s project is now complete!
In 2023, Jon received a National Lottery Project Grant from Arts Council England to produce an original 160-page graphic novel and deliver free comic-making workshops for children and young adults in Gloucester. Resources from this project, and guidance for other comic creators thinking of applying for Arts Council funding, are now available on his website.
Meet the team
Alice Angell
Ali is the team's resident videographer and designer, and the co-creator of Sandwich Masters. She's also the colourist on Cat & Meringue, Cuckoos and The Wall for Extraversal, and occasional DM on First Flight.
Nich Angell
Nich is the writer and creator of 7STRING and Cat & Meringue. As the team's in-house artist, his work features in almost every Big Punch title. He's also the co-host of A Show Called Hate and the creator of the award-winning solo RPG Colostle.
Jon Lock
Jon is the writer and creator of Afterlife Inc. and the co-host of A Show Called Hate and the JLAcast. He's also the writer of Cuckoos and Orb for Extraversal, Ace of None, and (outside of Big Punch Studios) numerous video games.
Lucy Lock
Lucy is the writer and creator of 99 Swords for Extraversal, co-creator of Sandwich Masters, and occasional DM on First Flight. Her keen editorial eye and attention to detail eye help keep the team honest.