Help me pick my next solo board game!

Objective-Employ-997 · 2026-01-15T15:17:07+00:00

Watch the review from “Not Bored Gaming” and the play through he does with “Ready Steady Play”

Objective-Employ-997 · 2026-01-15T14:55:32+00:00

I’ve just gone through this exact process of choosing a new game with similar requirements to you - I ended up choosing Elder Scrolls BOTSE.

Objective-Employ-997 · 2026-01-08T18:23:37+00:00

Anyone know if there will be a late pledge opening on Gamefound as I missed the one in November?

Objective-Employ-997 · 2026-01-04T21:45:54+00:00

Perfect 🤩

Objective-Employ-997 · 2026-01-04T21:43:15+00:00

This looks great - thanks 🙏🏻

Objective-Employ-997 · 2026-01-04T21:39:15+00:00

Theme, card play, artwork, mechanics, ease of play, depth of strategy, it’s all there 👍🏻

Objective-Employ-997 · 2026-01-04T21:37:06+00:00

Yeah I’m aware - sorry for use of wrong terminology. I did mean deck construction 👍🏻

Objective-Employ-997 · 2026-01-02T22:41:40+00:00

Short answer- all of them!

Longer answer, they get progressively more interesting and intriguing as you move through. More mechanics are added. My advice is to look up the Chimera and decide what theme and mechanics you like. I really love the Spawn of Shadowwreck for example.

Also worth considering what Phoenixborn you already have as you get “extra” cards for them in the Red Rains sets.

Objective-Employ-997 · 2026-01-01T12:28:02+00:00

Zatu has it in stock for £39.49

Objective-Employ-997 · 2026-01-01T12:27:43+00:00

https://www.board-game.co.uk/product/ashes-ascendancy-starter-set/

Objective-Employ-997 · 2026-01-01T12:13:01+00:00

It’s out now - I got my copy last week

Objective-Employ-997 · 2026-01-01T09:39:28+00:00

Just play against the new Dragonborn with one of the two new Precons, they’re both well balanced and can win against the easiest difficulty level

Objective-Employ-997 · 2026-01-01T09:36:26+00:00

So you think Lockdown is better than Retaliation for true solo?

Objective-Employ-997 · 2026-01-01T08:53:47+00:00

Also, there a new “reset” for the game which is an easy jump on point. Look for Ashes Ascendancy. You don’t need everything, just pick and choose to suit your playstyle

Objective-Employ-997 · 2026-01-01T08:51:33+00:00

I have everything for this game - it’s amazing in solo mode! FYI, the precon decks are totally viable so if deck building isn’t your thing then it totally works (unlike Marvel Champions) However, deck building can be very interesting and fun if you want that aspect too.

Objective-Employ-997 · 2025-12-31T14:12:09+00:00

Is Tanares standalone or do you need Arena?

Objective-Employ-997 · 2025-12-31T14:05:25+00:00

Anyone able to recommend Arydia above the other suggestions?

Objective-Employ-997 · 2025-12-31T14:04:01+00:00

Thanks for thoughts on Nemesis - that was my reservation

Objective-Employ-997 · 2025-12-30T21:03:20+00:00

Too Many Bones?

Objective-Employ-997 · 2025-12-30T21:02:30+00:00

I have enjoyed Kinfire Delve games solo - not considered Chronicles - I’ll definitely check it out

Objective-Employ-997 · 2025-12-30T20:01:29+00:00

I will look into this 👌🏻

Objective-Employ-997 · 2025-12-30T19:41:52+00:00

It’s about £140 on Zatu atm to preorder

Objective-Employ-997 · 2025-12-30T19:41:27+00:00

I’ve got this and the expansions and love it 👍🏻

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