In this episode of the Solo Gamer Podcast, host Taylor, along with co-hosts Kyle and Craig, discuss their current gaming experiences, including house-sitting and the challenges of finding time to play games. They delve into the importance of preserving retro games and share their thoughts on horror games like Silent Hill 2 and Lies of P. The conversation shifts to RPGs, where they recommend beginner-friendly titles and explore the evolution of gaming, including the redemption arc of Cyberpunk 2077. The episode highlights the joy of shared gaming experiences and the impact of community in the gaming world. In this episode, the hosts explore various RPGs, discussing their personal experiences and recommendations for newcomers. They highlight the accessibility of games like Diablo III and Skyrim, the narrative depth of the Mass Effect series, and the unique mechanics of Baldur's Gate 3 and Divinity: Original Sin 2. The conversation also touches on tactical RPGs like Fire Emblem Awakening and the immersive experience of Fallout 1, emphasizing the importance of character development and player choice in role-playing games.

This week on The Solo Gamer Podcast, Ian and Kyle discuss their gaming "bucket list." More than just a backlog, these are gaming achievements that may very well take us the rest of our gaming lives!

While we generally love to celebrate the best in single player gaming, sometimes our hopes can get the best of us. On this week's episode we discuss a handful of titles that did not live up to their hype, or didn't meet our expectations in some way. What are some game release that let you down?

This week on The Solo Gamer Podcast, our hosts take a bit of left turn from the usual fare. Ian, Taylor, and Kyle are all massive NFL fans and secretly wish they were also hosting a second podcast about just that. So for one week, we indulge in a discussion about the fall of Madden, the re-introduction of EA's College Football franchise, and the revel over the possibilities of the upcoming NFL season.

This week on The Solo Gamer Podcast, the guys get caught up on surfing with swords and putting in that work as horse a archer. We hear from The Lord of Cream on everything Metal Gear Solid, discuss our thoughts on the ROG Xbox Ally, and discuss what titles from Gamescom caught our eye the most.

This week on TSG, our legendary trio of co-hosts take a dive into a cool and refreshing pool of nostalgia bait. What gaming memories remind you most of summers as a kid? It's an easy breezy topic for the waning days of summer that includes some stellar write-ins from the audience and some unexpected warm memories.

The full crew has returned! Restoring TSG to it's former glory, Taylor rejoins the crew to chat about the pains of moving, strategies on clearing the ole' backlog, and when to know it's time to quit a game that you just aren't vibing with. Other topics include Alien: Isolation, Battlefield 6 Beta, Mafia: The Old Country, and the disappointment of DOOM: The Dark Ages. Enjoy!

We're missing one of the great Duke's of the TSG Fiefdom today with Taylor being out of commission while moving. So Ian and Kyle decided to look down the release scheduled road of 2025 and discuss what tickles their fancy the most. What game releases are you still pumped for later this year?