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Solo BG Podcast

136 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 11 ratings

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

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Vengeance Directors Cut

January 26, 2021 04:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. #083 In this episode we talk about the 1-4 players action packed game Vengeance Directors Cut by Mighty boards games!! We tell you everything about this game and the expansion. we also tell you if it plays better solo or competitive!! This episode is brought to you by www.kickstartedgames.com obtain 15% off with code SOLOBG The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

The Batman Who Laughs Rising

January 19, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. #082 In this episode we talk about The Batman Who Laughs Rising, the 1-4 players cooperative game from the RISING saga from The OP. I also share my thoughts in other games such as like The night of the living dead and Dwellings of Eldervale.  The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

PostHuman Saga and Journey home expansion

January 11, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MB

#081 In this episode we talk about POSTHUMAN SAGA and the kickstarter preview expansion: JOURNEY HOME. Also being this episode the first one of 2021 we talk about our gaming goals and challenges for this new year!! Get 15% off with code SOLOBG from www.kickstartedgames.com

PostHuman Saga and Journey home expansion

January 11, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MB

Send us a Text Message. #081 In this episode we talk about POSTHUMAN SAGA and the kickstarter preview expansion: JOURNEY HOME. Also being this episode the first one of 2021 we talk about our gaming goals and challenges for this new year!! Get 15% off with code SOLOBG from www.kickstartedgames.com The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

2020 It's gone.. Now What!!!???

December 31, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 43 MB

Send us a Text Message. #080 In this episode we share our thoughts and impressions of 2020 as we aim towards the highly expected 2021 , It seems like it will be a new era of time, games and projects! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Top 5 Solo and Cooperative games of 2020

December 19, 2020 06:00 - 2 hours - 105 MB

Send us a Text Message. #079 In this episode we talk about our top 5 favorite games of 2020, of course most of them will be solo and or cooperative. Caleb and Jonathan joined for this episode and also brought their top 5 list! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Harry Potter by The OP

December 14, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 51.7 MB

Send us a Text Message. #078 In this episode we talk about 2 games by The OP. 1st We go into Harry Potter Hogwarts Battle a cooperative deck-building game for 2-4 players and then we proceed with Harry Potter Death Eaters Rising a dice adventure game for 2-4 players. We tell you what do with think about this 2 games and if they play better solo or cooperative!! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Lord Of The Rings Journeys in Middle Earth

December 07, 2020 00:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. #077 In this episode we talk about LOTR Journeys in Middle Earth by FFG. We explore this 1-5 players adventure campaign game. We tell you everything about it!!! mechanics, components, does it play better solo or cooperative?? Check all that and more on this episode. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Under Falling Skies

November 30, 2020 02:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MB

Send us a Text Message. #076  This episode we prepare with everything we have and we defend our city in this completely solitaire game UNDER FALLING SKIES by CGE! We tell you everything about this game and we also tell you if we recommend this title for your gaming library. Dereck also talks about his most recent plays! This episode is sponsored by www.kickstartedgames.com Obtain 15% OFF with code SOLOBG The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles by IDW games!

November 22, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 51.8 MB

Send us a Text Message. #075 In this episode we talk about the previously teased game: TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES from the new Adventures system by IDW and Pete Walsh. ! This is a 1-5 Players game that can be played in different modes. Dereck also talks about his most recent gaming adventures!! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Warp's Edge

November 07, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.3 MB

Send us a Text Message. #074 In this episode we talk about the solitaire game Warp's Edge by Renegade game studios and designed by Scott Almes. We went ALL IN on this kickstarter and we are ready to share our thoughts on this game that we already played multiple times!!! This episode is sponsored by www.kickstartedgames.com Use the code: SOLOBG to obain 15% off from your total purchase! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Halloween Special 2020!! Cthulhu Death May Die

October 31, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

Send us a Text Message. #073 This is our yearly Halloween especial! and this time we talk about Cthuluh Death May Die by CMON games!! its an episode that Dereck was looking forward to do! specially since this game has been one of the most anticipated for the podcast!!  Remember that you can get many amazing games at www.kickstartedgames.com and use the code: SOLOBG to get 15% off from your total purchase!!  The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Naruto Shippuden Village Defenders by IDW

October 23, 2020 22:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. #072 In this episode we talk about the 1-4 players card game NARUTO SHIPPUDEN VILLAGE DEFENDERS by IDW.  Do not forget to share and suscribed!! Obtain 15% off on www.kickstartedgames.com with the Code: solobg The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

SANCTUM

September 29, 2020 03:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. #071 In this episode we talk about the 1-4 players game SANCTUM by CGG . The game was originally designed as a competitive game but the company just released an official solo variant so we give it a try and we share our thoughts with you. We discuss if the game plays better solo or competitive. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Interview with Michael Kelley One Stop Co Op Shop

September 08, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 81.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. #070 In this very special episode we Interviewed Michael Kelley! Game designer from Salvation Road and producer/Host of ONE STOP CO OP SHOP. We talked about life, board games, kickstarter, the industry , life as game designer, life as a content creator and much more!! It was recorded through skype and we apologize for any inconvenience regarding the audio quality. Enjoy!!  The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Back To The Future - Back in time

August 24, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 43.8 MB

Send us a Text Message. #069 In this episode Dereck talks about the 2-4 Players BACK TO THE FUTURE-Back in time by FUNKO games and Prospero Hall. This is an special episode since Dereck is a HUGE! fan from the franchise and this was one of his most anticipated games of 2020! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Tiny Epic Universe Round 2

August 18, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 67.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. #068 In this episode Sam from Gamelyn Games and Dereck talked about games, life, conventions in this chaotic 2020 and of course Tiny epic games!! 2 titles this time : Tiny epic defenders and kingdoms, we also have a fantastic giveaway that is announced at the end of the episode!! Enjoy and sorry for technical difficulties from the audio since this interview was done through Skype.  The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Petrichor Kickstarter Preview

August 10, 2020 02:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

Send us a Text Message. #067 In this episode we talk about the beautiful 1-4 players game Petrichor by Mighty Boards!! The game its currently on kickstarter So go and check it out after you listen to this episode!!! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

#066 Tapestry

August 06, 2020 01:00 - 55 minutes - 37.8 MB

Send us a Text Message. Episode #66 and we take a look of the anticipated TAPESTRY A civilization game by the very popular Stonemaier Games!! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

TALISMAN BATMAN

July 13, 2020 04:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MB

Send us a Text Message. #065 In this episode we talk about the 2-6 Players TALISMAN BATMAN !! Super Villains edition. Published by The OP Games also known as USAopoly.  We also talk about our most recent gameplay adventures! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Its A Wonderful World

May 25, 2020 03:00 - 54 minutes - 37.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. #064 In this episode we talk about the 1-5 players game : ITS A WONDERFUL WORLD  We also talk about our most recent game nights adventures and we tell you if this game plays better as a Solo or Competitive game. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Star Wars Outer Rim

May 10, 2020 19:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. #063 We are back! and in this episode we tell you everything you need to know about the 1-4 players Star Wars Outer Rim by Fantasy Flight Games. We will tell you if the games works best for solo or competitive mode. Music by @John Williams- Episode III Revenge of the Sith.  The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

God Of War The card game

April 21, 2020 03:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MB

Send us a Text Message. #062 In this episode we take over God Of War The card game by CMON games and based on the acclaimed video game God of War!. We tell you about the mechanics of the game and if it plays better in solo mode or cooperative. Dereck also shares with you his most recent board games adventures! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

LockUp A Roll player tale.

April 06, 2020 02:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

Send us a Text Message. #061 In this episode we take over LockUp a Roll player tale game by ThunderWorks (TW) Games. This is a 1-5 players worker placement game with very interested mechanics. Let us know what you think in the comments section of this episode or in our social media's : @solobgpodcast The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Solo BG and Jambalaya Plays Games

March 27, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 70.8 MB

Send us a Text Message. #060 This a special episode ! Dereck and Jeremy from Jambalaya plays games and  Man VS Meeple sit together and talk about; Life and boardgames. reviewing different aspects of the industry such as Kickstarters and the life as a content creator. Enjoy!! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Excavation Earth Kickstarter Preview

March 24, 2020 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MB

Send us a Text Message. #059 We talk about the new upcoming kickstarter game from Mighty Board games.! EXCAVATION EARTH!!! Designed by David Turczi.  The campaign will launch on April 6 2020 The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Escape from the Dark Castle

March 17, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MB

Send us a Text Message. #058 In this unique and difficult times around the world, we decide to bring some distraction and possible happiness to our tables and we learn the 1-4 players ESCAPE FROM THE DARK CASTLE. We also talk about the current situation for the industry and the gamers in times of coronavirus. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Movie Empire

March 10, 2020 02:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MB

Send us a Text Message. #057 In this episode Dereck talks about the 1-4 players game Movie Empire by Stimulus Games. We go into the base game and the 2 expansions, We share with you if it plays better solo or competitive. Not even a cold or a flu can stop Dereck and if you don't believe me check out this episode! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Sojourn- A Journey Through Time

March 01, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MB

Send us a Text Message. #056 In this episode Dereck takes over the 1 player solitaire game SOJOURN a journey through time, Published by Wyvern Gaming. W e also announce the lucky winner of the facebook contest/giveaway for The Marvel champions LCG mat and promos!!! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

#055 Aristeia! The board game.

February 24, 2020 03:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

Send us a Text Message. #055 In this episode we talk about the 2 players board game Aristeia! published by  Corvus belli. The futuristic arena sports game!! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

#054 Set A Watch

February 16, 2020 02:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. #054 In this episode with talk about the 1-4 players game Set A Watch by Rock Manor Games.  We also talk about the new recording equipment and our most recent game-plays. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

#053 Welcome to DinoWorld

February 05, 2020 01:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MB

Send us a Text Message. #053 In this episode Dereck explores the roll and write 1-75 players game Welcome to DinoWorld. We also share our most recent gameplays and what do we like or dislike about roll and write games! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Top 5 Board games of 2019

January 19, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 77.3 MB

Send us a Text Message. #052 In this episode Dereck, Caleb and Jonathan talk about their favorites games of 2019! Their top 5 solo or cooperative and also their top 5 competitive!!  The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Tiny Epic Universe Round 1

December 17, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MB

Send us a Text Message. #051 In this episode Dereck talks with Sam Aho from Gamelyn Games and they both take over the 1st Round from a series of episodes about the TINY EPIC UNIVERSE. For this 1st encounter they talk about 3 games: Tiny Epic Mechs, Tiny Epic Tactics, and Ultra Tiny Epic Galaxy. They also recommend you the best 3 gifts for any gamer on Christmas.!! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Episode 50 with Rolling Solo!

December 08, 2019 18:00 - 2 hours - 96.5 MB

Send us a Text Message. #050 Episode number 50!!!!!!! Interview with Adam Smith creator of Rolling Solo! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Essen Spiel 2019 --- Special episode with Mark Dainty

December 01, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. #049 This is the ESSEN-SPIEL special episode!! our friend Mark from Not Bored Gaming shared his experience with Dereck. They both talk about the convention , the games and their background as gamers.  The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Dice Hospital

November 23, 2019 05:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

Send us a Text Message. #048 In this episode we talk about the 1-4 players DICE HOSPITAL game from Alley Cat Games. Dereck also talk about his most recent gameplays, and give some spoils about the next 2 episodes: #049 Essen special and episode #050!! Follow us on social media: Facebook, twitter and Instagram @solobgpodcast The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

ERA Medieval Age

November 11, 2019 00:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. #047 In this episode we took over the 1-4 players roll and build: ERA MEDIEVAL AGE by Eggerstpiele, Plan B games and designed by the famous Matt Leacock. Dereck also talks about his most recent played games and the surprises that are coming for the podcast. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Halloween Special: IT Evil Below

October 31, 2019 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

Send us a Text Message. #046 In this chapter 4 of our Halloween special we take over IT evil below from usaopoly or the OP , In this October 31 2019, we bring you the scary game, Enjoy and Happy Halloween!! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

HORRIFIED - Halloween special Chapter 3

October 27, 2019 20:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. #045 Chapter 3 of the halloween special of 4 episodes! This is time is Horrified , the 1-5 cooperative game based on the Universal Studios Monsters. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

HUNTED ( Kickstarter Release)

October 17, 2019 21:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. #044 In this episode Dereck talks with Gabe Barrett about the new Kickstarter game: HUNTED designed by Gabe who is also the host of Board game design lab podcast. They talk about the game mechanics, components , stretch goals and everything that involves the kickstarter campaign. Dereck also gives his thoughts on the game.  The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Hour of Need --Kickstarter Preview! With ENGN!!

October 15, 2019 03:00 - 1 hour - 80.3 MB

Send us a Text Message. #043 This is a very special episode! A fusion between EVERY NIGHT IS GAME NIGHT podcast and SOLO BG! Together we take over of the new upcoming kickstarter from the Sadler brothers Adam and Brady: The Hour of Need. Their new super-hero MDS game!  The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Campy Creatures -- Chapter 2 Halloween Special

October 13, 2019 01:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MB

Send us a Text Message. #042 In this episode we talk about Campy Creatures from Keymaster Games, we continue through our Halloween special series with this chapter 2. We talk about our most recent games, upcoming kickstarters and Bill-con. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Cthulhu: The Horror in Dunwich (Halloween Special chapter I)

October 04, 2019 13:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

Send us a Text Message. #041 In this episode part of the HALLOWEEN SPECIAL: Chapter 1 we take over Cthulhu: The horror in dunwich. The fully cooperative deck-bulding game from Wyvern Games! Don't forget to share the episode and stay tuned for next friday Chapter 2. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

INCUBATION with Carl Briere

September 21, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. #040 In this episode we talk about Incubation!! the new competitive game from Synapse Games!!. We interview Carl Briere who is the Owner and founder of synapse games and Incubation game designer! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

The Ghosts Betwixt -- Kickstarter Preview!

September 13, 2019 02:00 - 1 hour - 59.8 MB

Send us a Text Message. #039 In this episode we tell you everything you need to know about THE GHOSTS BETWIXT , A new dungeon crawler game by Dustin Freund.  Dereck talks with Dustin about the game and his background as a designer and gamer. The game will be released on kickstarter on September 24 2019. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Monster Slaughter

September 01, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MB

Send us a Text Message. #038 In this episode we talk about the 2-5 players Monster Slaughter board game by Ankama board games. Dereck also share his most recent plays and gen con pick ups! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Interview with Mike DiLisio from Solo Mode Games!

August 24, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 53.2 MB

Send us a Text Message. #037 In this episode Dereck and Mike DiLisio talk about solo board games, they discuss how they discover the hobby and also talk about fun aspects of it. They also talk about the board games industry , kickstarters and where everything is going........ The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Interview with Artem Safarov- Unbroken board game designer.

August 18, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 70.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. #036 In this episode we interview Artem Safarov (Unbroken board game designer) we talk about games, our passion for solo board games and for the hobby in general. We also talk about unbroken kickstarter campaign and he sent a message to all the Unbroken backers around the world. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Gen-Con 2019!

August 10, 2019 03:00 - 1 hour - 65.8 MB

Send us a Text Message. #035 On this episode we talk about GEN-CON 2019, we give you the live streamings that we did during the convention. Interviews with designers like David Turczi and the Sadler brothers from Blacklist games among others! The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify