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A podcast dedicated to solitaire board gaming.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes408Founded15 years ago
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Latest Episodes

This week Julius introduces us to Cozy Stickerville, a cooperative sticker legacy game about building out a village over a 10-year campaign. You draw cards, make decisions, and place stickers on a mounted board, with the whole experience being mostly... more

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This week I take a trip into the hedgerows of Normandy with Fields of Fire, the solitaire tactical wargame by Ben Hull, published by GMT Games. This is a strictly solo experience where you command a US Army company across campaigns set in World War I... more

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This week we talk about Nations, the board game.  Really though, this is a tale of two nations.  We are focusing on the board game but use that to discuss and compare Nations the board game with nations the dice game.

• Nations (BGG)

• Nations: the... more

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This week Julius introduces us to a trick taking game for one or more players. In Power Vacuum you take on the roll of an appliance trying to fill the roll of the now deceased Vacuum.  This is a game with a trick taking element in the game play but t... more

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Albert
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Julius
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Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 65 ratings
  • Albert!!!

    I enjoy the Everyman persona of Albert and his gamer-dude perspective.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Hitchkennedy
    United Statesa year ago
  • Informative, Interesting, and fun

    Gives good ideas and thoughts for solo game play. Very much enjoy the conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    arielart
    United States3 years ago
  • Enjoyable to listen to

    This podcast is very refreshing and enjoyable to listen to two buddies chatting about their own takes on solo gaming, while ultimately honing in on a specific game.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    polaryte
    United States3 years ago
  • Content is OK

    The content is ok but the incessant mouth breathing is completely off putting

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Sweatin like a meatloaf
    Canada5 years ago
  • nice podcast

    nice podcast about board games

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    martrim552
    Belgium6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate in-depth insights into game components and mechanics.
The show is a go-to for those looking for solo and two-player game coverage, with a strong emphasis on practical recommendations.
The hosts strike a friendly, approachable tone that makes solo gaming feel like a casual chat between friends.

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#101
Canada/Leisure/Games
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#180
Italy/Leisure/Games
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#65
Russia/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#136
Ireland/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#208
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#245
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

1P 388 - Lord of the Rings: Fate of the Fellowship
Q: Does it sound like regular pandemic to you?
It sounds like a mix of some expansions, providing different objectives, but essentially remains a pandemic variant.
1P 388 - Lord of the Rings: Fate of the Fellowship
Q: What do you think about the thematic elements of the game?
The game is extremely thematic, replicating pivotal moments from the Lord of the Rings story and immersing players in its narrative.
1P 359 - Aleph Null
Q: And how often do you lose?
More often than you win, especially on easy difficulty.
1P 336 - Expedition to Newdale
Q: Am I going to have to read the rules and then put a couple of the pieces up from here and there to get it all done?
You'd have to reorient to some rules but they introduce new mechanics without complicated changes.
1P 336 - Expedition to Newdale
Q: Do you want to tell us anything about yourself also, Chris, while you're here?
Sure. I am a mostly solo board game player. I live in Illinois.

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A witty, approachable show focused on solitaire and solo-friendly board games, with deep dives into game design, components, and play experiences. Episodes routinely explore a broad range of solo titles and related strategy, often highlighting replayability, clever mechanics, and the charm of playing solo. Listeners can expect practical insights for choosing games, plus plenty of banter and personal anecdotes that make hobbyist tabletop gaming feel like a conversation among friends. A standout trait is its clear specialization on single-player and duet play, making it a go-to for solo gamers seeking recommendations, reviews, and a sense of community.

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