Top 10 Solo Dungeon Crawlers

[@hubyxreds4177]

So refreshing to watch an honest review. Many of those games are off the radar and deserve some love.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Thanks so much for watching and the nice comment!

[@jasonburt8043]

Great list Colin. So many wonderful dungeon crawlers. I knew you liked Dungeon Alliance but I didn’t realize just how much! Here’s my top 5 5: Unknown. This game is tragically underrated. Every time I play it I have a blast. 4: Descent 2nd Edition (with app). This is my most played crawler. So much variety. I also love the custom dice. 3: Shadows of Brimstone. The ultimate dice chucker and my favorite leveling system in a board game. Plus a unique theme for a crawler. 2: Sword and Sorcery. Best ai in my opinion. Also love the cool down system for the hero’s abilities. 1: Imperial Assault (with app). a. It’s Star Wars. b. It’s a dungeon crawler. c. It’s Star Wars d. The app integration is great. e. It’s Star Wars. f. Cool unique dice and tons of content (physical content. Not much app content yet, though I’m sure that will change) g. Did I mention it’s Star Wars? Thanks again for another great list. Looking forward to the adventure games one!

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Whoa what an awesome list! Good to see someone else know Unknown! Sounds like I need to get descent and Imperial Assault to the table soon. Thanks so much for watching!!

[@MrBraun6]

Love Sword & Sorcery. It’s a wonderful evolution from the also excellent Galaxy Defenders.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Totally agree, still haven't played Galaxy Defenders, but it is on my short list!

[@UqueNovas]

Great list, lots of games to play not much time to do it! My top 5 dungeon crawlers are: Descent 2ed Warhammer Quest ACG Imperial Assault Sword & Sorcery Gloomhaven

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Nice list!!! I need to get Descent to the table soon! And imperial assault!

[@kevinerskine3299]

Good list. My top 5: 1.Gloomhaven 2: Myth (now if they straighten out all the Myth drama, it might move back to my #1), 3: Sword & Sorcery, 4: Fireteam Zero, 5: Shadows of Brimstone

[@OneStopCoopShop]

NICE!! I was amazed to see Gloomhaven #1, the lack of dice I thought would push it back a bit. Regardless I like what I see. Ever play Gears of War?

[@rjmc64]

I love the detail given to each game. I really think the "this game is not for you if..." segment for each game is useful. Thanks!

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Awesome glad you find it useful, and appreciate you watching!

[@patrickmaurer2716]

Definitely, that was one of the most helpful top ten lists on youtube for me.

[@TheDungeonDive]

No Games Workshop games? They make some of the best solo Dungeon Dives! Warhammer Quest, Advanced HeroQuest, DungeonQuest, WHQ: Silver Tower! All are fantastic!

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Apparently I will be looking into these now. . . :) Thanks!

[@tarpshack]

Thank you for putting together this list! So many good looking games that I hadn't heard of yet.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Thank you for watching!!

[@OneMoreCaptain]

Have you heard about Space Cadets Away Missions? Although the theme is silly sci fi movies from the 60s, it has all the dungeon crawler characteristics. The overkill mechanics is quite unique and the 7 or so alien types with a different behavior each makes a good puzzle. Many items to loot and use, huge number of enemies to get rid of, 20 scenario in the box. Works well solo.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

I have played this, just not solo as it was not my copy! It was fun and I think I would really enjoy it solo just hadn't tried it that way. Good thinking though, it is one that flies under the radar a bit I think!

[@oleavillas1429]

My top 5: 1) Mage knight 2) Descent 2nd ed. 3) Gears of war 4) Gloomhaven 5) Memento Mori and Middara(waiting for kickstarter delivery on the above 2) All amazing games

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Nice! I have backed Middara, but never heard of Memento, I will have to check it out!

[@keeklo]

Ha! First! For the sake of the Dungeon Alliance giveaway, here is my top 5 dungeon crawlers: 5. One Deck Dungeon 4. Mistfall (maybe it’s more of an adventure card game? Although it’s really mainly combat oriented) 3. Space Hulk: Death Angel 2. Warhammer Quest: The Adventure Card Game (RIP) 1. Gloomhaven

[@OneStopCoopShop]

NICE!! Thanks for sharing, and I may or may not have Mistfall on my adventure list, but it might fit better here . . . :) Regardless great list!

[@paspooner]

My top 5 1. Gloomhaven 2. One Deck Dungeon 3. Mice & Mystics 4. Sword & Sorcery 5. Mage Knight

[@OneStopCoopShop]

GREAT list I played all of them, good choices!!

[@jonlatino9964]

What an amazing review of games! You’re truly gifted! Keep them coming!

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Oh thanks so much! More to come but we have plenty of Top lists you can explore as well!

[@jensriisomschultz3809]

Super cool list! Thanks a lot, Colin! :) Here's my top 5 solo dungeon crawlers: 5. Space Hulk: Death Angel (RIP) 4. Legend of Drizzt (it's the one I own) 3. Massive Darkness 2. A4 Quest 1. Mistfall: Heart of the Mists I suspect One Deck Dungeon and Apocalypse Chaos will make the list, but I only got them yesterday ;)

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Awesome thanks!! a4 Quest never heard of it?! What is that?

[@jensriisomschultz3809]

One Stop Co-op Shop it’s a print and play solo dungeon crawl. Simple, fast and with some lightweight decision making. It was just kickstarted as a printed version but it will remain free to download and print the current version. It’s a couple of pages you print and you dont even need scissors ;)

[@OneStopCoopShop]

So cool thank you for that!! Will be looking this up I think!

[@ShadowPenguinZ]

Nice list! Mine would look something like this: 1. Gloomhaven 2. One Deck Dungeon 3. Shadows of Brimstone 4. Sword & Sorcery 5. Assault on Doomrock (maybe not a real dungeon crawler, but the combat is so unique and interesting I have to include it)

[@OneStopCoopShop]

NICE!! Hey your number 5 may be on my next list, but I think it be included as either one! :)

[@jasonharris1636]

no "Dungeon Roll"? "(

[@BurtDavis]

Great presentation. Co-op dungeon crawls are my favorite right now. You showed me some that I want to get.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

So glad it was helpful!! Thanks for watching!

[@shaneannigans]

Would love to see you do a solo or co-op playthrough of Descent 2nd edition with either Redjak's variant or the app. Whilst I am currently playing and loving Gloomhaven, I personally find Descent 2e isn't that far behind it in greatness for different reasons-mainly as a better choice for anyone who hopes to get other people-especially family, kids or other non-gamers/newbies to get into Dungeon crawling :)

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Oh I am planning on a 2nd edition Descent playthrough, just too many games and not enough time! So glad you are enjoying it Shane!

[@jeanduteau233]

If I was making my list, I think that I'd have to include Gloomhaven because I play it solo: 1) Gloomhaven 2) Sword & Sorcery 3) Imperial Assault w/app 4) Descent w/app (I was going to fold this into IA, but they are different enough that they should be two separate entries) 5) Space Cadets: Away Missions I might also include Gloom of Kilforth, Too Many Bones, and Mansions of Madness, but I suspect you would consider those Adventure games and not Dungeon Crawlers.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

NICE list!! Thanks for sharing and yes some of the ones you mentioned would go into my "adventure" category! :)

[@Martdogg3000]

One to four player, semi cooperative, science fiction, horror dungeon crawler. That's a mouth full.

[@aaronstark5060]

Interesting to see Level 7 Escape here. You don’t usually see much love for that one.

[@rmclean101]

Thank you for the top 10 video :) I have only played Gloomhaven and Descent...so thy kinda win my top two by default.Now to get taxes done so I can add to my repertoire ;)

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Whoot whoot! I love getting taxes done considering that is my day job, so good luck and I hope your refund is huge and can be used for Board Games! :)

[@JnRGaming]

Hey man. Stumbled across your channel a few days ago. Awesome stuff. Please continue the great work !!!!!

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Thank you for stumbling! :) Appreciate the kind words man!!!

[@JnRGaming]

you' deserve it man. thanks for introducing me to dungeon alliance. i cant wait to snag it next week. andrew revealed release is march 7 :)

[@DarrenLawrence]

We must have similar taste as I own 5 of your top ten already. Although Myth, Descent and Perdition's Mouth are also on my list and in my collection.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Sounds like I need to get those to the table then! I own all of them just haven't gotten them there yet!! :) Thanks for watching!

[@genelane]

My top 5: 5 descent 4 one deck dungeon 3 dnd adventure system (i have 3) 2 sword and sorcery 1 gloomhaven

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Awesome list thanks for sharing!!!

[@drasher25]

Thanks for the great video. I especially appreciate that you also pointed out some possible downsides, even though these are some of your favorite games. These kind of retrospectives are so much more valuable than the noncritical hyping of new releases and Kickstarter campaigns that are coming to dominate boardgame videos. I was wondering if you have played Assault on Doomrock? This game has a very fun and challenging tactical combat system. Fights are interspersed with quick playing overland segues where you make some important strategic choices. I love the heck out of this game, and it is my favorite solo experience.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Thanks for watching!! Yes I have played that one and it narrowly missed my list. A great game with a nice varation on your normal dungeon crawler. I am excited for their new one as well, the steampunk theme is fun!

[@FEBear1]

It's great to see some love for Secrets of the Lost Tomb. It's not perfect, but it's a ton of fun. I'll go with Gloomhaven, Fireteam Zero, Mistfall, Lost Tomb and Descent, with an honorable mention to Arcane Quest 3 on the tablet.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Agreed on SotLT!! Mistfall, a great one as well, love the hand management in that game!

[@christian_daigle]

Hey Collin, that's a tough list since many games I love, like Arcadia Quest, havent been played solo or not played at all (like Sword and Sorcery T.T ). So here's my list : 1 - Gloomhaven (been playing the campaign solo since my group mostly like to play different games); 2 - Gears of war (this game is so much fun and really underrated in my opinion); 3 - Descent 2nd ed. (with the app. and the earlier solo/coop variant which were really cool too); 4 - D&D Wrath of Ashar. (got many of them but not tomb of annihilation, and now you convinced me to get it!); 5 - Massive Darkness (mostly played coop but loved playing it solo too) Bonus list lol : 6 - Mech Vs Minions 7 - Warhammer Adventure Card Game 8 - Zombicide Black Plague 9 - Masmorra 10 - One Deck Dungeon Other games like Runebound or Mage knight are mostly adventure games I believe which I'll put them your next top 10 hehe

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Nice list thanks for sharing!! I debated putting Mechs on here, but decided I liked it way more co-op so I never play it solo. WaCG is another great one!! And yes your two for Adventure, you may see those in the next list. . . . :) :) :)

[@christian_daigle]

Spoilers!!! ;)

[@hipflask]

One deck dungeon is outstanding !

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Agreed!

[@FranzBazar]

I always love your video's Colin. Another great one here!

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Thank you, Franz!!

[@lergof0202]

Great list. Can't wait to try some of these out. I do think Sword and Sorcery is sort of in the same league as Gloomhaven when it comes to cooperative games that can also be played solo, but I do appreciate a list without Gloomhaven on it. By this point everyone has an opinion on Gloomhaven already and you've probably either played it and loved it. Played it and found it's not for you. Or just decided you're not going to try it.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

I get you on gloomhaven! I hebe a group of 4 and we have played 30 plus times now and I love it. Just much prefer coop vs solo on that one. Thanks for watching!

[@davidko9289]

Great list! And also great endorsement for the giveaway, since it's #1.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

HAHAHA didn't even think of that TBH but yes!

[@MarkWilliamson-kc6lh]

Did not expect dungeon alliance to be number 1. Defo thought it would be sword and sorcery. Need to check this dungeon alliance out. My top 5 would be: 5. Descent 4. Zombiecide: Black Plague 3. Imperial Assault 2. Mage Knight 1. Sword and Sorcery

[@OneStopCoopShop]

GREAT list! Yes I am totally smitten by DA, I can't stop playing it!! S&S is wonderful as well!!

[@snarfdk]

Hmm. Not sure that I have played enough dungeon crawlers to make a list. 1: V Commandos 2: Massive Darkness 3: Dungeon Twister (not sure it counts :) ) I've only just recently come to appreciate the dungeon crawling genre so it'll be awhile before I can add more to a list (still a lot of game to explore in the three)

[@OneStopCoopShop]

HAHAHA Dungeon Twister nice!! I see you have V-Commandos, what a great game! I didn't include it because I felt it wasn't dungeon crawl-ey enough but still a great game. Thanks for sharing!

[@Harvestersz]

Thank You for your list. There are some new ones in there for me that I'll have to check out.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Heck yes! No problem at all thanks for watching!

[@onaplake]

I have 1, 2 and 10 and they are definitely my favorites. We have similar tastes!

[@OneStopCoopShop]

NICE!! Love me some dungeon Crawlers!

[@deathgrip509]

Top5. Descent, Gloomhaven, Massive Darkness, Sword & Sorcery, Mage Knight.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

NICE! Thanks for sharing Michael!

[@AlmightyCow1]

1) Myth 2) Zombicide Modern/Fantasy (not really a campaign but has leveling up) 3) Descent 4) Mice and Mystics 5) Warhammer Quest: Adventure Card Game

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Nice list thanks for sharing!!!!

[@joshreeve9975]

Thanks for your videos. I've found them really helpful on want games to purchase.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Sorry to the wallet, but your all welcome for the ideas!

[@DieNische]

Great list. But Galaxy Defenders is missing and Lost tomb is by far the best crawling experience I had so far. So many great situations are created every Single game. It is Arkham Horror - the dungeon crawler. I cannot wait to get Lost Station to the table. :)

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Thank you!! Yeah I have Galaxy Defenders but it has not hit the table yet, alas! I can't wait for Lost Station as well!! Thanks for watching!

[@DieNische]

One Stop Co-op Shop If you love the AI in Sword & Sorcery you will be blown away how much deeper is Galaxy Defenders according to its tactical choices and how the (same) AI plays out thanks to the hex system.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Oh boy oh boy!! I can't wait!!

[@josepaez294]

You really need to try massive darkness. My personal favorite. Will hopefully dip my toes into your list, thank you

[@OneStopCoopShop]

I actually have a playthrough on the channel of this one, it was not my jam which is fine!

[@sylvaindelage5742]

For me, have to go with Gloomhaven. But Dungeon Alliance seems very interesting since i dont like dice chucking games.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

I think you would enjoy Dungeon Alliance, especially if you like Gloomhaven!

[@elizabethgiebler9393]

My top 5 ... #1 Gloomhaven #2 Zombicide #3 Gloom of Kilforth (not sure if this counts as a dungeon crawl) #4 Mansions of Madness #5 One Deck Dungeon

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Nice list! I would say Kilforth would count for a dungeon crawler! Thanks for sharing!

[@elizabethgiebler9393]

I backed his expansion on kickstarter for Kilforth.... sooo can hardly wait for that to come in....

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Me too, so pumped!

[@martinbernthjohannesson3635]

My top 5:1. Gloomhaven 2. Mage Knight Board Game 3. 7th Continent 4. The Red Dragon Inn: Battle for Greyport 5. Pathfinder Adventure Card Game (Mummy's Mask best but all are great)

[@OneStopCoopShop]

NICE list!! I gotta try Battle for Greyport. I did the most recent kickstarter so waiting for that!

[@martinbernthjohannesson3635]

For all but Mage Knight I play more than one hero when I solo.

[@curcave]

gloomhaven, sub terra, sword and sorcery, imperial assault (space dungeon!) and drizzt are my top 5.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

NICE list!! Sub Terra I have but still haven't tried. Is it good? What do you like about it?

[@GVGames1986]

Good video. Not too political, which right or left is a plus. We just want to find a fun game, not a lecture as some channels seem to want to do.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SirMillz]

Nice list, I saw a some new ones and am on the hunt again lol. Thanks

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Thanks for watching and good luck with the hunt!!

[@LucasGentry]

1. Descent 2nd Edition, 2. ... Oh my goodness, I just realized I've hardly played any actual dungeon crawlers. I've just researched a bunch and haven't played them. How crazy is this? I guess my only other one I've even played was a game that I've been designing, called "Mechan Invasion" (working title) If I can put them on it, I'll put Pathfinder RPG / DND3.5 on the list. Other than that, I can just put guesses on the list. So, I guess, I'll just put the top 5 Dungeon Crawlers that I'd like to play, but haven't. In no particular order ?) Mice and Mystics ?) Gloomhaven ?) Arcadia Quest ?) Imperial Assault ?) Unknown ?) The DND boardgames, which I've haven't gotten around to playing yet.

[@LucasGentry]

Update: After watching the video and getting the definition, I would also add PAthfinder Adventure Card Game Skulls and Shackles and Pathfinder Adventure Card Game Rise of the Runelords, in spots 1 and 2 respectively.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Lucas great list man!! And the name of your game sounds COOL!! Thanks for sharing excited to learn more about it!

[@THEGLADIUS101]

Hey Colin, checked both of your top 10 lists..no mention of folklore so was wondering whether you feel its a different category or just didn't make the top 10?

[@OneStopCoopShop]

First, thanks so much for watching!! Second, for me personally I couldn't get into that one as much. I think it had to do with the percentile dice, and rolling for both attack and defense. It just took me out of the immersion. BUT the game is good, just not in my top 10! Thanks for asking!

[@THEGLADIUS101]

One Stop Co-op Shop thanks for the reply..interestingly enough it was the first playthrough i watched on your channel! Keep them coming. Btw do you plan to do gloomhaven?

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Cool!! Already did Gloomhaven! Check it out! 😁

[@THEGLADIUS101]

One Stop Co-op Shop where would you rate gloomhaven??

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Gloomhaven I don't play solo, I LOVE the game (number 2 on my most recent Top 14 Co-op's) but the fact I have to control multiple hands of cards and I can play co-op vs. solo. . . Yeah it was not on my solo list. STILL it is a GREAT game and I love it a lot, just not a solo for me! :)

[@jenrose4177]

Where did you get the One Deck Dungeon game board ?

[@OneStopCoopShop]

I didn;t have a game board for one deck dungeon?

[@obiwanchadnobi904]

There is a copy of gears of war the board game brand new for 50dollars where I stay. How much replayability does the game have. It looks awesome and I enjoyed the video game

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Ohhh this one is awesome! I think it has enough replay to make it worth it! I am not sad I have it :)

[@JBIsThisLife]

Need an update of this with all games that can be purchased. To many not available games. Heartbreaking!

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Sorry about that!! It's been a bit!

[@MyParedrus]

My Top 5 solo dungeon crawlers: 1. Kingdom Death Monster 2. Shadows of Brimstone 3. Folklore the Affliction 4. Perdition's Mouth 5. Sword & Sorcery

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Nice list!!! I need to get perdition to the table so bad!

[@MyParedrus]

It's a really tough game to beat. At least for me.

[@biffybeans]

Did you mention a BGG forum - Guild of One? I can’t find it…

[@OneStopCoopShop]

That's from a long time ago sorry! We now have a discord! If you check any of our news video descriptions you will find it there!

[@biffybeans]

@@OneStopCoopShop aaaah. I cannot get the hang of how conversations flow in Discord. Thanks though!

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Yeah same... sorry about that!!

[@palosali]

The only dungeon crawl I own and play - and enjoy - is Super Dungeon Explore. I guess that is my Top 1 :)

[@OneStopCoopShop]

HAHA Nice! I have not played that one, but thanks for sharing!

[@zackdreak1870]

Let's see, well my board game library is very small and they all are solo/co-op games, so I only own few dungeon crawlers, and waiting for couple other from kickstarter which so far should be here this year. 5. Dungeon Crawler Unbound. 4. Gears of War board game-----I was lucky and found a good deal on a new copy after the game went OOP 3. Middara-------- Waiting for kickstarter. But the adventure book alone is about 500 pages filled with dungeon crawlers fun :D 2. Gloomhaven 1. Folklore the Affliction----- just backed the second edition kickstarter after I watched the playthrough you made for this game so I blame you, and I also know this game going to be my number one because I loved everything I saw in your video and on the kickstarter page, and can see myself playing it for a long time. Now you mentioned D&D Tomb on Annihiliation, can you please tell me the replay value of this game? I mean I want to get it, but I will only get it if there is high replay value. Thanks.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

NICE LIST! I late pledged for Middara so excited for that one! ToA I would say has pretty good replayability. Each time you play you can use different heroes, the map layout will be different, there will be different enemies you encounter, and they slowly get stronger as well. It doesn't have as much replayability as Gloomhaven, but I would still say it is good! :) Hope that helps!

[@zackdreak1870]

Thanks, yeah Middara is very exciting. I even missed the late pledge, I heard about it for the first time right after the late pledge ended, but after emailing the company, they sent me an invite to join. I will take a look at your ToA gameplay and see if I like it or not :)

[@jean-francoisblais7940]

Please do not do a video on Perdition mouth. I managed to held off buying it since I found no good video on it. Now if you do one you’ll make me buy it 😉 You just convinced me I need to buy spirit island with you latest videos. Awesome work

[@OneStopCoopShop]

BUHAHAHAHAHA!! Well I will be doing one soon, I think Paul Darcy and Slickerdips did a Playthrough of this one! Check it out if you are interested in spending more money hahahaha!

[@jean-francoisblais7940]

One Stop Co-op Shop ill wait for yours ;)

[@jean-francoisblais7940]

One Stop Co-op Shop and nowyou are doing mage knight, see I was happy in my ignorance of how that game really worked. Now I got a feeling I’ll need another game.

[@mikemuller863]

Gears of war ja Really difficulty to win, but this is what I like for Coop Games.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Agreed!!

[@mixoweber6928]

My top 5 solo dungeon crawlers: 1) Gloomhaven (I play it solo, though strictly it is not a solo game) 2) Mansions of Madness 3) Mage Knight 4) Gears of War 5) One Deck Dungeon

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Awesome list!! LOVE LOVE LOVE Mage Knight! You might see that in my "adventure" category. . . :)

[@yannlaliberte8407]

I like Descent 2 with the APP

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Can't wait to try it!

[@joshs8241]

My top 5 are Gloomhaven, Dragonfire (does that count?), Mansions of Madness, Imperial Assault, Too Many Bones(why not?). I've been Eyeing Dungeon Alliance, Perdition's Mouth, and Fireteam Zero. Just pulled the trigger on FTZ, and then this #1 on DA! Have to echo Jean-François, don't do one on PDM, save my wallet! :p

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Dragonfire totally counts and nice list! Too Many Bones is a good one as well. Got you on Perdition Mouth hahahahaha!

[@nickskeen5161]

awesome video as always.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Thank you, Nick!

[@nickskeen5161]

Alrighty so...top 4...couldnt think of a 5th... 4. Descent/Imperial assault 3. One deck dungeon 2. Perdition's Mouth - I think you are going to enjoy this. 1. Gloomhaven

[@danieldwyer]

Level 7 Escape! 👍

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Whoot!!

[@-8h-]

Betrayal at house on the hill and betrayal at Baldur's gate? Those are pretty fun games with up to 6 players. I don't think they're good for solo though.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Yeah not solo and not full co-op either. Good games though!

[@ericbrooks1562]

Gloomhaven all the way.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Great game my man!! I just prefer it co-op! :)

[@DieNische]

Gloomhaven is boring. :)

[@ericbrooks1562]

That's the wonderful world we live in. Every one is entitled to their own opinion.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

HAHAHAHA

[@Suedocode]

I tried playing Gloomhaven three times, twice with my other 2 friends and once by myself. All three times we didn't get past the first room of the first scenario because of the overwhelming amount of admin duties in combat. There's just too many small modifiers and AI rules that you have to refer to and sum together to resolve every single character on the map, of which there are just way too many. It's just not fun when 80% of the game is out of character. EDIT: it should be noted that my group loves Mage Knight, so it's not like we are adverse to tactical optimizations.

[@peterbrasier1450]

I unfortunately don't have many game but I love solo and dungeon exploration. For that I will make a listof my current Gamez and my wanted games. Current:Dungeon roll(it was my first game so it has a special place in my heart)One deck dungeon WantedShadow of malice(more of an adventure)Dungeon allianceGears of war I keep my list of wants low and try to play all games about 100 times and keep ones I want to keep and get rid of ones idont

[@OneStopCoopShop]

WHOA 100 times nice!! You and I are for sure doing things differently! :) I think my most played game sits at about 45 plays!!! Shadows of Malice I really want to try as well!! Thanks for sharing!

[@wl5609]

You sound like a totally sane gamer!.. 💕

[@jarcoreh]

what about massive darkness for solo play? easy and fast to play I read in bgg

[@OneStopCoopShop]

For sure is! Just not enough depth in the game for me personally. Kind of just a hack and slash like a lot of CMON's titles. Not a bad game for sure, just not for me! Thanks for watching!

[@jarcoreh]

thank you for your fast answer. Best Regards Colin

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Thank you for watching and interacting! Makes it worth all the time we spend doing this!

[@greghopper9576]

I wish that you had only included "solo" games where you only managed ONE character, not the same number of characters that you would use when you played with a group of friends. Are there any such dungeon crawlers where it is feasible to play just one character? Maybe a topic for a future video... In general, loved the video otherwise. Lots of good info. Thanks.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Greg Hopper A recent crawler that works great as a true solo game is Altar Quest, though it’s designed mainly for one-off play. - Mike

[@greghopper9576]

@@OneStopCoopShop thanks Mike. I will take a look at it.

[@arcubal]

I'm surprised Mansions of Madness is not on there. Such an immersive, rich story dungeoncrawl with solid combat AND exploration possibilities. And then there's tons of expansions and even an AI app to do all the hard work for you so you can stay in the story action. Definitely in my Top 5.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

I am really not into the Arkham theme that was why. The app integration was AMAZING, but the game was too dark for me.

[@SaschaKleiber]

It’s not a very good game… the app integration was improved greatly with Lord of the Rings.

[@user-fr1ys2wn4t]

*Dungeon Alliance* "anytime you play you ALWAYS control 4 heroes." Massive turnoff ..

[@Surja9393]

Mentioning the name of each game more than once, rather than "the game", for each and every reference to each game during your reviews would help. Otherwise, awesome review. Personally, I think W.O.C.'s Wrath of Ashardalon should make the top ten, except I too prefer games with pre-painted figs. Thanks.

[@jeremyallen5911]

I watched that whole intro getting hyped and you came out with some board games...??I still watched the whole video couldnt stop lol......

[@OneStopCoopShop]

HAHAHAHA Sorry if you are not into board games, but thanks for watching!

[@stephenstoneii197]

I am amazed that massive darkness did not make the list.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Yeah it is a good game but I sold my copy, just not enough to it for me! :) Still a good game!

[@freakgib]

would Too Many Bones also be a Dungeon Crawler? that is one of my favorite games. U follow a road and then fight in some arena.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Hi Gert! You certainly could!! I put it more in my "adventure" game but that is the best part everyone has their own opinion! :)

[@tomgustafson3464]

Top 5, in no particular order, heavily influenced by my 4 year old: Ghost Fightin' Treasure Hunters Pharaoh's Gulo Gulo Escape: The Curse of the Temple Dragonfire

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Good ones! Love Dragonfire and Escape!! I have a 4 yr old so I will be checking out the other two!!

[@tomgustafson3464]

I use the Solo rules for Escape. Its turn based with 10 dice. Much easier for the 4 yr old to play. Just got Gulo Gulo in. It has currently replaced Pharoh's Gulo Gulo. Both use the same bowl mechanic which is easier for tiny hands.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Cool can't wait to try it out!!

[@eduardobrunaldi2569]

You could create an updated video this year!!

[@OneStopCoopShop]

I could!

[@rjmc64]

My top 5 are: 5.Mice and Mystics 4.Tomb of Annihalation 3.Secrets of the Lost Tomb 2. Make Knight - although maybe more of an adventure game? 1. Gloomhaven I would have said Descent but I don't believe you can play that solo can you?

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Nice list!! Yeah Mage Knight for me is adventure and you now can play Descent solo with an app!! Check it out: Road To Legends

[@rjmc64]

I will definitely have to check it out.... then I need to relace Mage Knight with Descent. I love it one v. all so I am sure I will love it solo with the app.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Ricky Royal has a playthrough of it with the App, so does Ant Lab games! :)

[@rjmc64]

OK cool. I've watched content from both of them so I will have to check out the solo play throughs.

[@supark3244]

1. Gloomhaven 2. Descent 3. Dungeon Saga 4. Massive Darkness 5. The Others

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Nice list!! I need to look up this Dungeon Saga. How do you play the Others solo?

[@TheDungeonDive]

Dungeon Saga's solo rules are a mess. Avoid.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Good to know! How are they messed up? What is wrong with them?

[@TheDungeonDive]

They're just sloppy and feel tacked on. There really isn't anything special about Dungeon Saga at all. I guess some of the minis are nice. Almost any other DC game is as good or better.

[@supark3244]

There is no solo mode. I just play both sides which is why it is fifth on the list. Models and universe are unique. Swords & Sorcery as well as Peredition's Mouth are high on my list to try.

[@zarx81]

My Top 5 solo Dungeon Crawls: 1. Massive Darkness 2. Sword & Sorcery 3. Shadows of Brimstone 4. D&D Legend og Drizzt 5. Gears of War

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Really nice list!! Love me some S&S and Gears of War! Thanks for sharing!

[@denroy3]

Nothing says classic dungeon crawler like hand management combat puzzle plus 100% deterministic. In other words, no sense of adventure, no vague realities.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Hahajaja I get that!

[@denroy3]

@@OneStopCoopShop no worries, different game types appeal to different folks, and of course the crossovers that like them all. It's for fun after all.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Exactly! We can all love different games!

[@lapisverderossi8618]

My top 3: - Kingdom Death: Monster - Kingdom Death: Monster - Kingdom Death: Monster

[@OneStopCoopShop]

HAHAHAHAHAHA

[@francescospuntarelli7369]

That's why you consumed three years of money in a single game.... ....... ..... ..... I'm jokin obviously

[@Leontious]

I thought that dead men tell no tales is not a solo game

[@OneStopCoopShop]

It for sure is as long as you are OK playing 2+ pirates! :)

[@jasonharris1636]

how | why is there no "Dungeon Roll"? it is the best | most est fun

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Just don't own it so never tried it!

[@jasonharris1636]

One Stop Co-op Shop fair enuf & I really want u to play it plz. I backed "Tasty Minstrel" when they Kickstarted it. u'll💜it, trust me

[@OneStopCoopShop]

I will see if I can find it!

[@jasonharris1636]

One Stop Co-op Shop $16.11 on Amazon Prime. hahahah

[@jasonharris1636]

One Stop Co-op Shop & u don't need to spend & on an expansion pack yet bc it ready comes w like 8 heroes.

[@jasonharris1636]

hello? Dungeon Roll needs to be on the list

[@CadorYT]

Shadows of brimstone? 😳

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Not my cup of tea. Plus I hated putting those minis together!!

[@TheDungeonDive]

Hell yeah. Fantastic game. So much theme and atmosphere. Tons of loot, monsters and non-combat encounters.

[@BernieTime1]

Brimstone for me is an equal mix of love/hate. Bought in heavily and later decided that I would rather do something with my life than assemble/paint minis.

[@TheDungeonDive]

BernieTime modeling is one of my favorite parts of the hobby. So relaxing.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Totally get that, problem for me is with limited time (2 kids under the age of 4) time is limited enough! :)

[@manieek]

I hate YOU!!! PLS stop publishing shuch movies!!! I have no money for games and by you my wishlist is growing!!! :* Joke:P I love your channel:)

[@OneStopCoopShop]

BUHAHAHAHA!! :) Totally get it, thanks so much, even if you do hate me :)

[@ishotmyboss]

What kind of microphone(s) are you using? Is that a blue yeti in the bottom corner? Do you like it? Sorry for all the questions!

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Yes it is a Blue Yeti! I like it! For my playthrough video's I do use a different mic, it is an over-the-head mic so that when I am moving around my voice doesn't get farther away from it. Overall I like the Yeti just don't use it in a bigger open room it echoes a lot then!

[@stevebillups9238]

perhaps the best top 10 video i've seen. i love the way you actually show the components while talking about each game and not just hold up the box. I even saw at least one game I had never heard of.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Thank you Steve!! Yeah I always found holding the box for a top 10 to be less then ideal as it does not show the game being played. Glad you liked it! Can I ask what game did you not know?

[@QuixoticGamesLLC]

Thanks for including Dungeon Alliance as your #1 Dungeon Crawler, Colin! I hope you continue to enjoy the game!

[@OneStopCoopShop]

The game deserves it!! Can't tell you how much fun it is, so thank you for designing a real fun gem!!

[@sauronguitar]

Dungeon Alliance 4ever!!

[@QuixoticGamesLLC]

@@sauronguitar :D

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Just an fyi in starting an adventure pack playthrough next week!! Doing the pack number 4!!

[@sauronguitar]

@@OneStopCoopShop that's why you know what you're talking about...you really go deep on these games!! Dungeon Alliance is on my top 3 along with mage knight and Lord of the Rings LCG

[@crushingit5128]

Man that disclaimer in the beginning where you stated you never played Myth, Descent, and Perdition was painful to hear. You got to play those games! But thank you for being honest.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

I know, I know I will get there. Can't do everything right. I really think some of those would be on this list too, but that is OK. gives some other games a chance to be looked at :) AND I will get to all three of those for sure!

[@TheDungeonDive]

Descent with the app is fantastic. It's the ONLY way I'll play the game, and the way the game should have been made in the first place - pure co-op.

[@crushingit5128]

No its completely fine. I love watching your channel. Plus by the end it was awesome to hear of great solo dungeon game crawlers, that werent Gloomaven or Descent. They were something different.

[@chrisc1625]

I got Gears of War on eBay recently (yes, it was expensive). Someone on BGG created the expansions cards as well, and I got those printed out. This game is BRUTAL yet fun. It feels like the videogame. I wish they made more for this game. It's amazing.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Couldn't agree more! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@leadbones]

Sword & Sorcery is amazing. The theme may be a bit generic, but the mechanics elevate it to greatness. S&S, Mage Knight, and Eldritch Horror are my favorite solo games.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Great choices and I totally agree!!

[@snarfdk]

Gotta say I really enjoy your style and attitude. The "you might not like this if" segment is a very cool balance to your contagious enthusiasm. Well done :)

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Sweet, I don't think there is a perfect game, so I try to give as balanced an opinion as I can! Thanks for watching!

[@lordkelvin441]

16:13 Scott Almes will always come to the rescue... Also Galcrest series...

[@gluckskind297]

Thanks for this list. I guess I have to continue my journey through Sword&Sorcery soon and dust off my Legends of Drizzt^^ My Top 5 Dungeon Crawlers are 1. Gloomhaven 2. Decent 2 3. Zombicide Black Plaque 4. Mansions of Madness 2. Edition 5. Mice&Mystics

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Nice list, thanks for sharing!! I just could not get into Mansions of Madness. . . . Glad you enjoyed it!

[@stuartsaumer5624]

Top solo for me is Descent 2nd ed with Road to Legend App. Gloomhaven is great but I prefer it co-op, and Drizzt DnD is a fun 3rd place for less complexity.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Totally agree on Gloomhaven!! Thanks for watching!

[@woltergeist9175]

Thanks for the video! I immediately picked up a copy of Dungeon Alliance in retail when I saw this video. It's the perfect Mage Knight replacement game for me.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

AWESOME!! Have fun and good luck out there!!

[@TheDungeonDive]

Great to see Secrets of the Lost Tomb on the list. The Dungeon Dive approves!

[@OneStopCoopShop]

HECK YES!! I love that game! Wish I pulled it out more. . .

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Awesome thanks for sharing!!!

[@DieNische]

The Dungeon Dive Indeed. The best and maybe most underrated dungeon crawler out there.

[@TheDungeonDive]

I agree. Seems to be a real love it or hate it kind of game. I'm glad I love it!

[@debbow6221]

+1 for Sword & Sorcery. I love that game. Leveling up all the unique characters makes the replay factor high.

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Totally agree Debbie, thanks for watching!

[@mrraptura]

Helllo Coopshop I totally agree with your top two. Just bought sword and sorcery myself. Loved playing it with my two sons but it was a lot to remember correctly. Started a new campaign with my gaming group. Dungeon alliance looks like a very very fun game. Watched your playthrough and decided to try to get my hands on a copy. It does come out in retail soon but winning a game with a painted set would be awesome. Other games I like (for very diffenrent reasons): Arcadia quest (that's a dungeon isn't it?) Tomb (simple with outrageous combos if you can pull them off) Hero Quest (nostalgic reasons)

[@OneStopCoopShop]

Yeas S&S is AWESOME but so much to remember!! I like your list, I have never played Tomb!!

[@Dassenkop]

Stil have to play my copy of S&S and Max Apocalypse. Would also like to call out Aeon’s End but that more of a deckbuilder I guess. For now top 5: 5 - Decent 4 - Mistfall 3 - One Deck Dungeon 2 - Aventuria 1 - Dragonfire Yes, I like cards over dice at the moment :-)

[@OneStopCoopShop]

NIIICCEEEE!!! Mistfall, Aventuria and Dragonfire, all good ones!! Still haven't gotten Descent to the table yet! Thanks for sharing!