This week Julius is out so I have a special guest. A podcast listener, ChrisOkay, comes on the show to talk me into playing Expedition to Newdale. The game will eventually get played by me but that is probably years away. Technically, I did play it a couple of times when I first got it... one solo and one with my son. Chris thinks I should play it sooner and really get it on the table. So, he tells me all about the game. I have to admit, it sure sounds fun!

Newdale is actually the 3rd game in the Longsdale series but only the 2nd soloable game. I have the other game in the series, Tybor the Builder and have yet to play that either :|

• Expedition to Newdale (BGG)
• Oh My Goods! Big Box (BGG)
• Tybor the Builder (BGG)

Here's the cards I mentioned in the show. You can follow the path from the next game I'll be talking about (Star Trek Captain's Log) all the way down to Newdale, a lifetime away!

This week Julius and I discuss set collection solo games. We each bring three games that we think include set collection in the mechanics and are interesting solo games. Just a footnote here... I am right about Agricola. The first set of three sheep gets you a point. After that, every set of two sheep gets you a point! If you disagree, just let me know.

• 08:15 Onirim
• 11:00 Pandemic: The Cure
• 13:25 Agricola
• 19:00 Isle of Cats
• 23:22 PAX
• 26:00 So You've Been Eaten

I accidentally used Podbeans AI processing. Let's see how it sounds.. the description below is from their's.

Welcome to Episode 334 of the One Player Podcast, where we dive headfirst into the unique game systems of '20 Strong' and 'Solar Sentinels'. Join our host Albert as he navigates through the intriguing mechanics, quality of components, and player strategies of these engaging board games.

First, Albert explores '20 Strong', a solo game based on dice allocation and stat-tracking. Understand the game's high-quality components, unique mechanics, and criticism about the glittery dice. Despite being light on theme, Albert describes '20 Strong' as strategically captivating and provides an in-depth review of its gameplay.

In the second part of this episode, Albert shifts focus to the cosmos with the game, 'Solar Sentinels'. Our hosts shed light on their firsthand experiences of this complex game. Though the game's theme elicits differing reactions, the hosts agree on the game's strategic challenge that revolves around managing three different character card attributes.

The final segment invites you into the captivating world of dungeon crawlers. The episode provides intriguing discussions about the play dynamics, balance within games, and the aesthetic aspects of the game.

Deftly uncovering the intricacies of '20 Strong', 'Solar Sentinels', and dungeon crawlers, the One Player Podcast caters to both beginners and seasoned players looking to up their game.