The Solo RolePlayers Podcast

#40 [VARIETY HOUR] - February Topic: Free & Affordable Games

Hello and Welcome Back to The Solo RolePlayers Podcast!
Today's episode is a BONUS brought to you by the SoloRolePlayers Patrons. If you would like to go and check out how you can support and the extra content you get in return you can head over here.
Also over there are our BRAND NEW PROBABLY LIMITED EDITION COS ITS A LOT OF WORK AND I WOULD RATHER PLAY GAMES AND EDIT EPISODES THAN DO INTERNET STUFF SOLOROLEPLAYERS T-SHIRTS.
 
Check out the reddit post I made for all of the game recommendations and go and check out One Shot In The Dark by your friend and mine, Tale of the Manticore.
 
You can get in touch with me on:
soloroleplayerspodcast@gmail.com, PJSack on Reddit/Bluesky or better yet join the SoloRolePlayers Patreon where a free membership will get you access to the community chat and my public newsletters
 
At the SoloRolePlayers Tier you get at least 1 (usually its 2) bonus episodes a month where I continue playing through the games introduced on the show, a regular bookclub/gameclub meet-up, access to the discord, and connect with celebrity guests.
 
You can leave me a voice mail with questions, ideas, experiences or just to say g’day at https://www.speakpipe.com/SoloRolePlayers
 
Links & Recs
If you like this show you might like to check out the podcast that started it all, my Fallout Narrative Solo-RPG Audio Drama A Wasteland Story
 
Creators that helped me discover this weird and wonderful hobby:
Man Alone
Boardgames with Thomas - Fallout Series
Geek Gamers
The Dungeon Dive
Lords of the Dungeon (The Secret Cabal)
Girls Who Don’t DnD
Me Myself & Die
 
Reading Materials that helped me figure out what the hell I am doing:
Mythic GM Emulator 2E
Solo Game Masters Guide - geekgamer
 
Music and Sound Effects in this series are credited to:
Epidemic Sound
 
 

#39 [INTERVIEW] - Modiphius' Ben Maunder & Fallout 2D20 Official Solo Mode

Hello Dear SoloRolePlayers and Wasteland Wanderers alike...
I am buzzing like a BloatFly today to present my recent chat with Senior Game Writer at Modiphius Ben Maunder as we discuss the upcoming official solo mode for the Fallout 2d20 Roleplaying game. 
I couldn't be more excited about this, for obvious reasons, and it is officially out of embargo and available for preorder RIGHT NOW over at Modiphius
I can't wait to try this, hope you enjoy!
-PJ

#38 [INTERVIEW] - Jeansen Vaars & The Unfolding Machine's

Hello and Welcome Back to The Solo RolePlayers Podcast where today I have the absolute privilege bring you a conversation I had with the creator of one of the magical tools that enables us to do what we do in this wonderful hobby of ours. 
Jeansen Vaars is the creator of not only the Plot Unfolding Machine but also all of the other machines that unfold and we talk about all of them. 
You can find more information on these mystical devices, and their digital counterparts over at https://unfolding-machines.com/
Enjoy!
 
-PJ
 
You can get in touch with me on:
soloroleplayerspodcast@gmail.com, PJSack on Reddit/Bluesky or better yet join the SoloRolePlayers Patreon where a free membership will get you access to the community chat and my public newsletters and at the SoloRolePlayers Tier you get at least 1 (usually its 2) bonus episodes a month where I continue playing through the games introduced on the show, a regular bookclub/gameclub meet-up, access to the discord, and the occasional contact with celebrity guests.
 
You can leave me a voice mail with questions, ideas, experiences or just to say g’day at https://www.speakpipe.com/SoloRolePlayers
 
Links & Recs
If you like this show you might like to check out the podcast that started it all, my Fallout Narrative Solo-RPG Audio Drama A Wasteland Story
 
Creators that helped me discover this weird and wonderful hobby:
Man Alone
Boardgames with Thomas - Fallout Series
Geek Gamers
The Dungeon Dive
Lords of the Dungeon (The Secret Cabal)
Girls Who Don’t DnD
Me Myself & Die
 
Reading Materials that helped me figure out what the hell I am doing:
Mythic GM Emulator 2E
Solo Game Masters Guide - geekgamer
 
Music and Sound Effects in this series are credited to:
Epidemic Sound
 

#37 [VARIETY HOUR] - January Pile O' Games and Whats Coming Up

Hello and Welcome Back To The Solo RolePlayers Podcast. Today I am delighted to be back to normality and finally able to sit down and work through that pesky pile of games that has been in desperate need of organisation (and has been holding my desk hostage) so that I can get back to the all important work of Play!
This is a bonus, extra episode outside of the regularly scheduled programming, made possible for you dear listener, by our beloved Patrons. If you too want to contribute head over there and check out whats on offer.
 
SHOWNOTES:
You can get in touch with me on:
soloroleplayerspodcast@gmail.com, PJSack on Reddit/Bluesky or better yet join the SoloRolePlayers Patreon where a free membership will get you access to the community chat and my public newsletters
 
At the SoloRolePlayers Tier you get at least 1 (usually its 2) bonus episodes a month where I continue playing through the games introduced on the show, a regular bookclub/gameclub meet-up, access to the discord, and connect with celebrity guests.
 
You can leave me a voice mail with questions, ideas, experiences or just to say g’day at https://www.speakpipe.com/SoloRolePlayers
 
Links & Recs
If you like this show you might like to check out the podcast that started it all, my Fallout Narrative Solo-RPG Audio Drama A Wasteland Story
 
Creators that helped me discover this weird and wonderful hobby:
Man Alone
Boardgames with Thomas - Fallout Series
Geek Gamers
The Dungeon Dive
Lords of the Dungeon (The Secret Cabal)
Girls Who Don’t DnD
Me Myself & Die
 
Reading Materials that helped me figure out what the hell I am doing:
Mythic GM Emulator 2E
Solo Game Masters Guide - geekgamer
 
Music and Sound Effects in this series are credited to:
Epidemic Sound
 

#36 [SPECIAL] - 2025 WrapUp Thoughts with PJ

Hello and Welcome Back to The Solo RolePlayers Podcast.
It is the end of my biggest year as a SoloRolePlayer and I just wanted to jump on the mic today to chat a little bit about what a year it was, and some of the games that stood out to me throughout. 
I hope you enjoy.
-PJ
 
Reddit Post
 
 
You can get in touch with me on:
soloroleplayerspodcast@gmail.com, PJSack on Reddit/Bluesky or better yet join the SoloRolePlayers Patreon where a free membership will get you access to the community chat and my public newsletters
 
At the SoloRolePlayers Tier you get at least 1 (usually its 2) bonus episodes a month where I continue playing through the games introduced on the show, a regular bookclub/gameclub meet-up, access to the discord, and connect with celebrity guests.
 
You can leave me a voice mail with questions, ideas, experiences or just to say g’day at https://www.speakpipe.com/SoloRolePlayers
 
Links & Recs
If you like this show you might like to check out the podcast that started it all, my Fallout Narrative Solo-RPG Audio Drama A Wasteland Story
 
Creators that helped me discover this weird and wonderful hobby:
Man Alone
Boardgames with Thomas - Fallout Series
Geek Gamers
The Dungeon Dive
Lords of the Dungeon (The Secret Cabal)
Girls Who Don’t DnD
Me Myself & Die
 
Reading Materials that helped me figure out what the hell I am doing:
Mythic GM Emulator 2E
Solo Game Masters Guide - geekgamer
 
Music and Sound Effects in this series are credited to:
Epidemic Sound

#35 [ACTUAL PLAY] - Dolmenwood

Hello and Welcome Back to The Solo RolePlayers Podcast. Today I am, exhilarated, a little I think due to a bad mushroom I found in at the foot of a bigger mushroom in a very strange forest, to bring you the first [ACTUAL PLAY] session of Dolmenwood.
As I mentioned in the [FIRST LOOK] episode A huge shout out and thank you to Beyond The Witching Ring for letting me use their wonderful soundtrack(s) made specifically for this game. 
If you would like to hear my Character Creation for my Dolmenwood campaign you can head over to the free tier on Patreon/SoloRolePlayers 
where you will also find the entry information for our Dolmenwood December Giveaway!.
I really hope you enjoy this episode, I really loved making it and am adoring this game. I have already continued more sessions and am planning for many more over the coming year which will all be posted over on the patreon with all of the other extra episodes.
Don't forget you can always drop me an email or a comment or a speakpipe message (link below), I always love to hear from you.
And don't forget to spread the word about this wonderful hobby.
-PJ
 
 
 
 
You can get in touch with me on:
soloroleplayerspodcast@gmail.com, PJSack on Reddit/Bluesky or better yet join the SoloRolePlayers Patreon where a free membership will get you access to the community chat and my public newsletters
 
At the SoloRolePlayers Tier you get at least 1 (usually its 2) bonus episodes a month where I continue playing through the games introduced on the show, a regular bookclub/gameclub meet-up, access to the discord, and connect with celebrity guests.
 
You can leave me a voice mail with questions, ideas, experiences or just to say g’day at https://www.speakpipe.com/SoloRolePlayers
 
Links & Recs
If you like this show you might like to check out the podcast that started it all, my Fallout Narrative Solo-RPG Audio Drama A Wasteland Story
 
Creators that helped me discover this weird and wonderful hobby:
Man Alone
Boardgames with Thomas - Fallout Series
Geek Gamers
The Dungeon Dive
Lords of the Dungeon (The Secret Cabal)
Girls Who Don’t DnD
Me Myself & Die
 
Reading Materials that helped me figure out what the hell I am doing:
Mythic GM Emulator 2E
Solo Game Masters Guide - geekgamer
 
Music and Sound Effects in this series are credited to:
Epidemic Sound
 
 

#34 [FIRST LOOK] - Dolmenwood

Hello and Happy Dolmenwood December Dear SoloRolePlayers One And All!
(breathes)
Today I am ecstatic to bring you the first official episode of the month of December, famously the last month of the year and even more famously all about the mysterious, tantalising, and more that just a little twisted british/celtic folklore inspired tabletop roleplaying game.... Dolmenwood.
This episode was a labour of love and if you can feel that love when listenig to it...then do spread it some by telling others who you think may like Dolmenwood and/or SoloRolePlaying and/or this show.
(gasps)
Also check out this wicked music made specifically for this wonderful game.
Beyond The Witching Ring - Tales Under The Oak
 
 
You can get in touch with me on:
soloroleplayerspodcast@gmail.com, PJSack on Reddit/Bluesky or better yet join the SoloRolePlayers Patreon where a free membership will get you access to the community chat and my public newsletters
 
At the SoloRolePlayers Tier you get at least 1 (usually its 2) bonus episodes a month where I continue playing through the games introduced on the show, a regular bookclub/gameclub meet-up, access to the discord, and connect with celebrity guests.
 
You can leave me a voice mail with questions, ideas, experiences or just to say g’day at https://www.speakpipe.com/SoloRolePlayers
 
Links & Recs
If you like this show you might like to check out the podcast that started it all, my Fallout Narrative Solo-RPG Audio Drama A Wasteland Story
 
Creators that helped me discover this weird and wonderful hobby:
Man Alone
Boardgames with Thomas - Fallout Series
Geek Gamers
The Dungeon Dive
Lords of the Dungeon (The Secret Cabal)
Girls Who Don’t DnD
Me Myself & Die
 
Reading Materials that helped me figure out what the hell I am doing:
Mythic GM Emulator 2E
Solo Game Masters Guide - geekgamer
 
Music and Sound Effects in this series are credited to:
Epidemic Sound
 
 

[CHALLENGE] - The 20 min Session

Take on the challenge!
Choose your weapon (system and support). Set your timer (20 mins). Prepare your dice. (you already have too many) and a writing implement (a nice one?). Then sit down and PLAY. Play with what you have. FUDGE the rules you don't know. KEEP moving and have a session. Trust Me.
If you feel so inclined record some audio before and after and email to me on Soloroleplayerspodcast@gmail.com or on the speakpipe.
Go forth. And take on the December SoloRolePlayers Challenge!

#33 [VARIETY HOUR] - December Special

Hello Dear Solo RolePlayers,
I am proud to present you today a BONUS, extra, additional, on top episode where I have a bit of a chat about whatever is in that solo roleplaying head of mine. New games, upcoming stuff, and a few topics thrown in for good measure. 
Enjoy!
- PJ
 
Stuff in this Episode
Beyond the witching hour - Official Dolmenwood Soundtrack
Boromir lives - The One Ring solo adventure
Solo TTRPG Notation From Zotiquest Games
Strider Mode - The One Ring solo expansion
RPG Solo Sheets by Perplexing Ruins
 
The Usual Stuff
You can get in touch with me on:
soloroleplayerspodcast@gmail.com, PJSack on Reddit/Bluesky or better yet join the SoloRolePlayers Patreon where a free membership will get you access to the community chat and my public newsletters
 
At the SoloRolePlayers Tier you get at least 1 (usually its 2) bonus episodes a month where I continue playing through the games introduced on the show, a regular bookclub/gameclub meet-up, access to the discord, and connect with celebrity guests.
You can leave me a voice mail with questions, ideas, experiences or just to say g’day at https://www.speakpipe.com/SoloRolePlayers
 
Links & Recs
If you like this show you might like to check out the podcast that started it all, my Fallout Narrative Solo-RPG Audio Drama A Wasteland Story
 
Creators that helped me discover this weird and wonderful hobby:
Man Alone
Boardgames with Thomas - Fallout Series
Geek Gamers
The Dungeon Dive
Lords of the Dungeon (The Secret Cabal)
Girls Who Don’t DnD
Me Myself & Die
 
Reading Materials that helped me figure out what the hell I am doing:
Mythic GM Emulator 2E
Solo Game Masters Guide - geekgamer
 
Music and Sound Effects in this series are credited to:
Epidemic Sound
 

#32 [INTERVIEW] - Mike Shea from Sly Flourish

Hello and Welcome Back to The Solo RolePlayers Podcast, today on the show I am thrilled to bring you an interview I did recently with The Lazy Dungeon Master himself....Mike Shea.
You'll laugh, you'll cry, It'll change your life.
-PJ
The Lazy DM's Companion
Return of The Lazy Dungeon Master
The Lazy DM's Resource Doc
 
You can get in touch with me on:
soloroleplayerspodcast@gmail.com, PJSack on Reddit/Bluesky or better yet join the SoloRolePlayers Patreon where a free membership will get you access to the community chat and my public newsletters
 
At the SoloRolePlayers Tier you get at least 1 (usually its 2) bonus episodes a month where I continue playing through the games introduced on the show, a regular bookclub/gameclub meet-up, access to the discord, and connect with celebrity guests.
 
You can leave me a voice mail with questions, ideas, experiences or just to say g’day at https://www.speakpipe.com/SoloRolePlayers
 
Links & Recs
If you like this show you might like to check out the podcast that started it all, my Fallout Narrative Solo-RPG Audio Drama A Wasteland Story
 
Creators that helped me discover this weird and wonderful hobby:
Man Alone
Boardgames with Thomas - Fallout Series
Geek Gamers
The Dungeon Dive
Lords of the Dungeon (The Secret Cabal)
Girls Who Don’t DnD
Me Myself & Die
 
Reading Materials that helped me figure out what the hell I am doing:
Mythic GM Emulator 2E
Solo Game Masters Guide - geekgamer
 
Music and Sound Effects in this series are credited to:
Epidemic Sound