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Solo BG Podcast

Dereck Rodriguez
Board Games
Gen Con
Gen-Con
Solo Board Gaming
Solo Gaming
Halloween
The Shining
The Dark Quarter
Cooperative Board Games
Robinson Crusoe
Slay the Spire
Video Game Champions
Gnome Hollow
Texas Chainsaw Massacre
Rumble Nation
Storyfold Wildwoods
Tiny Epic Crimes
Board Game Industry News
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Tiny Epic Games

Solo, Cooperative, and Competitive Board Games Reviews, News, Gameplays, Rules, and Interviews.

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#143 In this episode we talk about the 3 following games:

Storyfold: Wildwoods

Tiny epic crimes

The hobbit there and back again.

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#142 Part 2 of our 2025 Halloween Special! 

The games:

Spooktacular

Scooby Doo, the board game by CMON

The Walking dead by ButtonShy games

Escape from Route 52 by solo game of the month

Trick and treats by Trick or treat studi... more

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#141 This is the first part of the two-part series of our 2025 Halloween Special.

Erika and Dereck go deep into some true and scary facts about the games and the surrounding lore that they involve.

1. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre S... more

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#140 In this episode, we review 3 games that we picked up at GEN-CON 2025.

1 The Dark Quarter

2 Rumble Nation

3 Whale riders.

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Recent Guests

Adam Smith
A fantastic guest and friend, prominent solo content creator.
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Michael Kelley
Guest host, board game reviewer, and creator of One Stop Co-Op Shop
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Derek Rodriguez
Primary host, long-running voice in solo/cooperative/competitive board game discussions; appears across multiple episodes with a focus on gameplay experiences and industry insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
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    I had to stop listening but would check in again randomly and in the latest episode you FINALLY got a good mic! It no longer sounds like you’re talking into a tin can. THANK YOU!

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Episodes mix fun banter with solid gameplay analysis.
Hosts show strong chemistry and practical game recommendations.
Consistent, actionable insights for game nights and purchases.
Con coverage and guest interactions are engaging for enthusiasts.
Listeners praise improved mic quality and sound, noting clearer, crisper audio.

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#35
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#66
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#165
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#214
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Q: What didn't you like about Rumble Nation?
The font on the cards is hard to read.
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Q: What do you think about The Dark Quarter?
It's a very immersive game that makes you feel like you are in New Orleans.

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A show focused on board games across solo, cooperative, and competitive play, with frequent episode-spanning discussions of new releases, conventions, and themed game nights. Recent episodes mix in-depth reviews of specific titles, coverage of gaming events like Gen Con, and seasonal specials (notably Halloween) that pair game mechanics with cultural nods and nostalgic references. The hosts' banter and candid insights into game design, components, and market dynamics give listeners practical takeaways for choosing games, planning events, and exploring indie publishers. The format regularly features hands-on gameplay experiences, designer interactions, and community-oriented topics that appeal to both casual players and hobbyists looking to ... more

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