2023 People's Choice Top 200 Solo Games Pt. 3: 1-50

[@kevinerskine3299]

Surprised at comments playing Mage Knight with others. I'd never do that. I want it all to myself, to take my time. The amazing thing to me about those LCG games is that some people voted for all 3! I can't imagine the cost of that. Traded Marvel Champions pretty quick, I have a ton of Arkham from a trade that I'd sell and I'm all in on LOTR. I've loved the books, the movies and the game. Sprawlopolis was combined with other opolis games. Well said Jason. Love you man! You helped me enjoy my 15 minutes of fame each year. And thank you Liz for carrying on the tradition. And a thank you as well for everyone who has joined Jason or Liz over the years to discuss my baby. I'm truly humbled. This is the best tiny little corner of the internet :)

[@BeyondSolitaire]

We love you, man!

[@Copterman]

I have LOTR and AH LCH all in. I’m not interested in MC due to theme and $. Maybe I could do it if I didn’t have all (and I do mean all) my cards incased in Dragonshield sleeves.

[@ShelfStories]

Love you, buddy! We will meet again!

[@darlene7165]

Great discussion on this entire series!! So excited to see Maggie and Derrick as first time commentaries! Liz, thanks for continuing to carry the torch on this series. I look forward to it every year. I sure hope someone takes over the list. Kevin, you have done an amazing job. Thank you for all the hard work over the years! Jason, I am sure we will see you again :)

[@BeyondSolitaire]

Hopefully the future will be bright, if a touch different!

[@KrisSwettKP]

This celebration went a little off the rails. Thank you all for all your passion and commitment to the best hobby in the world.

[@Haytidaho]

Seeing the final part of the list published made me both happy and sad. Thanks for the great work Kevin! Thanks Liz for this amazing panel! And hope to see you next year

[@BeyondSolitaire]

I hope we are back, too, in one form or another!

[@scottfrench7466]

Well done, and I thought Maggie was a wonderful addition to the panel!

[@ShelfStories]

She’s my gaming sister for a reason :). That channel was magic from the very beginning.

[@MeanderingMikesManCave]

Nice coverage! I picked up Sprawlopolis in October ... and the Sprawlopolis Expansion Collection arrived today!

[@jacek_poplawski]

"...because Mage Knight is the best solo boardgame" :)

[@BeyondSolitaire]

I call ‘em like I see ‘em.

[@melblack7412]

I'm OBSESSED with It's a Wonderful World. Can't get enough!

[@mrsuitcase9799]

I want Liz's deep cut vid!

[@DrJJ-qk6jv]

Great video. I enjoyed your di erse perspectives. I was a bit confused by the lack of discussion about Dune Imperium.

[@BeyondSolitaire]

There are a ton of games on the list and the convo just wanders wherever. I do like Dune Imperium although I actually haven't played it as much this year as last.

[@Kayma]

I played Nemo's War for the first time this year, expected to hate it, but had such a great experience that it jumped up to be my #17. So what's the "next step" game to complete my transformation into a War Gamer?

[@BeyondSolitaire]

It truly depends on the time period and game weight you prefer, but I often recommend the Valiant Defense games, particularly Castle Itter or Pavlov’s House, as great starters. David Thompson is an excellent designer of accessible wargames that have a lot of drama and pack a good punch.

[@kevinerskine3299]

You guys said you didn't have much to say about this part of the list, but you did a great job :) Face it Jason, you always have something to say. :)

[@BeyondSolitaire]

I guess it’s never that quiet when catching up with old friends and making new ones!

[@tylerlance8096]

I just played Spirit Island for the first time solo the other day and it was an absolute blast! I started with Horizons of Spirit Island to learn the game and glad I dove into the two games

[@boardgametime3727]

Just phenomenal discussion! Thank you. ❤️

[@josephpilkus1127]

Great Final video...no surprises, but wonderful cast of characters

[@BeyondSolitaire]

I hope that’s how your Thanksgiving goes this week, too. :P

[@josephpilkus1127]

@BeyondSolitaire Ha! It will absolutely be that way...all the best for your Thanksgiving, as well and hope to see you at PAXU in a few weeks. I'll always remember you teaching me Stellar Leap years ago

[@BeyondSolitaire]

You should definitely find me this PAXU, especially if you want me to teach you another game--Night Witches! ;)

[@CamObscura88]

27:55 Three Sisters, Motor City, and Fleet the Dice Game are all good alternatives to Hadrian’s Wall!

[@BeyondSolitaire]

I need to get that Fleet Dice app!

[@Table.Fables]

Amazing series! I recently got Heat and had zero expectations for it, not being a race fan, but my gosh it’s god under my skin! I absolutely love it!

[@jcw59able]

Definitely checking out Bullet now. Love seeing Cloudspire so high! My favorite solo game!

[@BeyondSolitaire]

Def check it out, and I need to get Cloudspire back out…

[@sapien01010]

I really should try It’s a Wonderful World. I’ve been avoiding it because the box art makes it look like a romance novel.

[@AxelleGuitar]

It was my number 2 this year. I love this engine building game, it is so addictive!

[@jamesbrazeal3847]

New copy of A Gentle Rain coming next year with new publisher

[@BeyondSolitaire]

I'm very excited about this.

[@AaronAndSusie]

Playing For Northwood! As I listen ❤

[@BeyondSolitaire]

I need to try that.

[@Poiuytrew.Q]

I think For Northwood is quintessential for a solo player because it’s a trick-taking game :) super cute and compact.

[@AaronAndSusie]

@@BeyondSolitaire I have a 6 yr old and it's just absolutely perfect for me to carry in my pocket if I need to watch her but want to get a game in. Really fun little trick taker and when you succeed at the campaign challenges it makes you feel smart haha

[@tylerlance8096]

On the topic of Chip Theory Games, where do you think 20 Strong can get up to in the top 200?

[@BeyondSolitaire]

Based on my feelings about it so far... pretty darn high.

[@afrank525]

Lost Expedition: the solo game that is even better multiplayer!

[@sapien01010]

Liz, I’ve been wanting to play Mage Knight for a long time, but I have toddlers that will destroy it if I leave it up. Do you think it’s worth playing on TTS? Or alternatively, is there a saving mechanism?

[@BeyondSolitaire]

I am truly not sure because I haven't played MK on TTS. I'd consult the Mage Knight: Board Game group on Facebook. The level of collective knowledge over there is impressive/terrifying.

[@vexingarcanix95]

Mr. President and Resident Evil TBG are my top 2 solo board games

[@dndjunky]

Mage Knight is one of my all time favorite games, but I vastly prefer it at 2 player than solo. I tried playing it solo a few times after having played it many times at other player counts and it just didn't click for me.

[@CamObscura88]

34:08 what is the issue with Aeon’s End, Liz?

[@BeyondSolitaire]

Two separate things for me. The main one is that I just got overwhelmed by so much new stuff and burned out on it, and I haven’t un-burned. The other side issue is that Indie Boards & Cards is wrapped up in the Terraforming Mars/generative AI stuff and I no longer trust them to make games with art by real humans, which I have a personal problem with. So best to just move on. No judgement to others who will choose differently, AE is a great game, I am just done.

[@CamObscura88]

@@BeyondSolitaireoh totally forgot it was the same group behind Terraforming Mars. That makes total sense (and the content is beyond overwhelming too - I personally stopped after three boxes as that already felt like more than enough for a lifetime!).

[@skippen]

I didn't back the last TFM Areas due to the AI art as well.

[@perrymihalakos2119]

Freedom: The Underground Railroad didn't make it onto the list. Sadness.

[@kevinerskine3299]

Made my top 20, but not many of us voted for it.

[@jonridley]

I like Spirit island but much prefer it as an iPad app.

[@BeyondSolitaire]

Maybe I should try the digital version…

[@jonridley]

@@BeyondSolitaire it’s a v good Implementation but a bit pricey , they do have occasional sales though

[@kevinerskine3299]

Liz, I really want to play Obsession with you (live). Not doing BGA.

[@BeyondSolitaire]

Come to a con and we will do it! Bring tea and Maggie Smith vibes.

[@kevinerskine3299]

@@BeyondSolitaire Some day. You'll get a mix of Scottish, Irish and British

[@getgaymin]

I'm all up in here with Jason, #StrokingMySpiritIsland with one hand, whilst listening to Liz confessing to her Spirit Island culling ways as my other hand hovers over the unsubscribe button

[@getgaymin]

happy to see Maggie here as my fellow Feast for Odin rep. This video has officially earned it's like

[@BeyondSolitaire]

Looking at that “hide user from channel” button. ;)

[@getgaymin]

*narrow eyes* touche'@@BeyondSolitaire

[@garytheosophilus]

lol

[@RC1207Sev]

Where is Solomon Kane ?

[@BeyondSolitaire]

Probably somewhere in the deeper list, not sure how many voted for it.