I’ve been working with my partners on building an interactive comic universe aimed mainly at elementary-aged kids, but we’ve also created some books that appeal to an older audience. Now, we’re exploring the idea of creating a Solo Adventure RPG and we’re excited to dive into this new project. Since we have experience in world-building and creating lore, I’d love to hear about your favorite Solo Adventure RPGs!
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Have you tried A Torch in the Dark? It’s a super creative solo spelunking game that uses poker cards to add randomness. If you’re looking for something a bit darker, Elegy mixes Ironsworn with elements from Vampire: the Masquerade, which is pretty cool. And Tiny Cyberpunk also has a solid solo section!
For me, I prefer running a standard TTRPG using a GM Emulator like Mythic. It adds a unique twist to the solo experience. It’s a bit different from traditional solo RPGs but can be really rewarding!
It really focuses on improvisation and offers a structure to keep the narrative flowing. It’s fun to see how it unfolds!
Ironsworn and its offshoots, like Ironsworn: Starforged and Sundered Isles, are probably the most popular solo RPGs out there. They share the same core system while having distinct settings. If you’re into DnD-style dungeon crawling, give Scarlet Heroes a try. Also, the games from the ____ Without Number series include solo rules in their expanded editions. There’s a ton of variety in solo games, so you’re bound to find something that’ll fit your style!
I’d highly recommend checking out Ironsworn! It’s hands-down one of the best non-journaling open-world solo RPGs you can find, plus it has different variants for dungeon delving and even sci-fi. You might also want to look at Colostle since it seems to be more aligned with your younger audience.
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That sounds interesting! I’ve heard great things about Mythic, but how does it work in a solo setting?