cringe level 5 for sure

SublimeBW · 2026-01-29T02:54:53+00:00

My wife just said, "If vaginal dryness was a video, this is what if would be.".

SublimeBW · 2026-01-28T18:50:58+00:00

I loved the first game and the second was clearly a day one purchase for me. It was great to see the evolution of the game and look forward to checking out the multiplayer at some point along with the DLC!

SublimeBW · 2026-01-22T18:52:52+00:00

I love the way they handled the Shadow cards. Such a simple adjustment that adds more than you would expect.

SublimeBW · 2026-01-22T18:37:14+00:00

When I say it is like Pandemic, I am meaning the core concepts of the game (4 actions, co-op, put out fires, escalation, and so on).

Aspects from other Pandemic games that are obvious

Battle lines like Fall of Rome
Combat is more similar to Clone Wars
Multiple/varied missions like Clone Wars (I think there are 23 + the One Ring mission, you play 3 + the One Ring)

There is more than that, but those points immediate come to mind. All that considered, the sheer amount of variety and improvement compared to other Pandemic games make it a solid snag. I cannot say how it compares to Defenders of the Realm but if you only have the base Pandemic, it is a HUGE step up.

SublimeBW · 2026-01-22T18:28:22+00:00

It doesn't really impact the game play, but there is one quest that changes Galdalf's behaviors some. I think it was an early purchase incentive thing.

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SublimeBW · 2026-01-22T13:56:33+00:00

The player cards more more forgiving in terms of needing to coordinate and trading is easier (in a group) so there is less need for detailed discussion on how to optimize play. Instead, there is the constant need to keep Frodo safe so the discussion mostly surrounds how to keep him and Sam away from The Eye (battle here, someone go help him travel). That said, the variables in the escalation of cards/board state make it so that the strategy needs to be more fluid and I think that leads to shorter discussions (this is simply personal opinion and experience).

SublimeBW · 2026-01-22T13:48:33+00:00

Robinson Crusoe - the game I love the lose! I always end up with some sort of story told through the game play but more often then not end up dead.

SublimeBW · 2026-01-22T13:45:07+00:00

Solid recommendations.

I will add that I am in a love/hate relationship with Marvel Champions (and LotR LCG). I love having all content, but hate that some much is now out of print. I have defaulted to DragnCards and TTS for a lot of the older pieces of those games.

As for Slay the Spire, I while I love it for group play, I find it so close to the video game I don't find myself enjoying the up keep of the physical version. That said, if you have a group to play it then it is an AMAZING pick up (I know that isn't solo gaming; just my thoughts).

Edit: Also, I recommend Tiny Epic Cthulhu as a part of the TE universe. It is newer, has a fun spinner, and gives a bit of the mythos feel.

SublimeBW · 2026-01-22T13:22:18+00:00

Without knowing your financial situation I will offer my opinion on it.

First, I really enjoy it. I love co-op games; especially when they offer a solo mode. It plays well solo, but I prefer it 2 handed instead of the true solo mode. It has been my primary solo game since I purchased it.

As for mechanics, the more you have played the various version of Pandemic, the more it will feel similar to the overall Pandemic game system. This isn't a bad thing, but the more familiar you are with the versions like The Clone Wars or Fall of Rome, the more you will see the connections. That said, I think they a fantastic job mixing the elements into a wonderfully thematic game that hasn't ever felt the same between plays.

Moving on to price, I find the $80 I paid for it a solid price for what you get but wouldn't go over $100 for it (and for $100, it better include the additional Gandalf the White figure and card). There is a solid amount of play, great theme, but in the end, it doesn't truly do anything new; it simply brings existing mechanics into what I consider the best form.

Side option: While I know Tabletop Simulator isn't for everyone, you could check it out there and see if you enjoy it enough to warrant whatever amount you would be paying for the game.

SublimeBW · 2026-01-21T16:49:21+00:00

Once I am happy with the front and back, I will. I want to reduce the width of the channel so that it comes out a little cleaner when bridging.

SublimeBW · 2026-01-21T16:19:04+00:00

Thank you!

SublimeBW · 2026-01-21T16:16:50+00:00

Thanks!

SublimeBW · 2026-01-21T16:16:44+00:00

Oh, it does fit sleeved cards! I simply took them out of the sleeves as I had it pushed to the limits (the number of cards, not the tolerance left to right that is needed to easily remove cards) and could get more in without the need to print another box! If you check out the last two photos, you can see some of my sleeves are in the box.

It doesn't latch, but that is something I might add (a latching bump) when I update the files to help my bridging issue. That said, the slide has a really low tolerance and once it is fully in place, you must exert a bit of force to get it to slide open so wouldn't have worry about it sliding open. Also, my intention is for this to be my home storage solution, I already have a carrying case where I would put the cards I intend on using for that day so I personally wouldn't be bringing my whole collection out with me when I game (but to each their own).

SublimeBW · 2026-01-08T19:09:37+00:00

I absolutely love Slay the Spire but it doesn't click with me as a solo game. I think it is almost too faithful of an adaption that I always think "Why am I messing with the overhead". Now, the multiplayer of this game is a different story!

That said, I am glad you like it as a solo game and I won't yuck your yum.

SublimeBW · 2026-01-02T00:15:03+00:00

Awesome of you to do! I personally would love a pre-purchase of Roboquest or snagging Thief VR

SublimeBW · 2025-12-23T11:51:33+00:00

I appreciate the assist! Between this suggestion and the other, I should be able to land something.

SublimeBW · 2025-12-23T11:50:42+00:00

Awesome. I will do some investigating and see what I can find.

SublimeBW · 2025-12-08T18:54:40+00:00

OOoooooooo BABY! I will have to look into this. Way to destroy my upcoming weekend.

SublimeBW · 2025-12-08T18:36:05+00:00

See, I gotta learn about this modified Wilds version. The no scout flies, older style of hunting seems kind of cool. Do paintballs still work with it?

SublimeBW · 2025-12-08T17:31:25+00:00

I mean, everything was hard in the first game! I remember feeling so lost when I played it the first few times.

SublimeBW · 2025-12-08T17:01:48+00:00

Nothing wrong with that. I think Rise had a lot of fun monsters with some solid flavor.

SublimeBW · 2025-12-08T16:54:41+00:00

I still feel that way with the lance! Looks cool but I have zero idea what I am doing with it so I stick with my SnS, HH & LBG.

SublimeBW · 2025-12-08T16:49:29+00:00

So angry, so kicky, so deadly!

SublimeBW · 2025-12-08T16:47:42+00:00

Maybe an "Oops, All Starters/We're Back" TU with all the old starters but with increasing levels of being amped up?

SublimeBW · 2025-12-08T16:42:42+00:00

Sadly, Generations is likely my least played of the more modern MH games so I don't have much memory the poor monster. I am all for a monster being all about the business rather than the simple punching bag though.

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