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Miniatures Adventure => Pulp => Topic started by: DoctorPete on January 14, 2015, 12:32:33 AM

Title: Best Pulp rules for solo play?
Post by: DoctorPete on January 14, 2015, 12:32:33 AM

Looks like if I am ever going to play pulp games it'll be by myself.  So...which rules do you suggest for solo play?  Thanks!

Title: Re: Best Pulp rules for solo play?
Post by: Wolf Girl on January 14, 2015, 01:40:08 AM

Pulp Alley, of course. I've played lots of solo Pulp Alley games and I like the way the random perils and challenges work. There are many solo Pulp Alley games posted in the AAR Archive. Katsuhiko JiNNai has been posting a lot of solo scenarios lately - http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=54250.0

If you're used to solo play, you'll probably see the solo potential right away but Dad also put together a one page guide for Pulp Alley solo games.

Title: Re: Best Pulp rules for solo play?
Post by: Redmao on January 14, 2015, 01:47:00 PM

TwoHourWargames will soon release the new edition of their pulp game, Larger Than Life along a scenario book.
Like all THW games, it's made for solo, cooperative and competitive play.

I never tried Pulp Alley, but judging by the various AARs seen here, it looks like a very exciting game as well.

Title: Re: Best Pulp rules for solo play?
Post by: sundayhero on January 14, 2015, 04:25:18 PM

I'd say Larger than life too, since like other THW games, is focused on solo and coop gaming ;)

Title: Re: Best Pulp rules for solo play?
Post by: Driscoles on January 14, 2015, 04:54:28 PM

I believe all pulp rules are suitable for solo play.
I wouldnt Buy new rules but would play with 45 adventure, astounding Tales or pulp alley  from my collection.
Cheers
Björn

Title: Re: Best Pulp rules for solo play?
Post by: Alcide Nikopol on January 14, 2015, 07:27:01 PM

"Best" seems somewhat subjective. I suspect it may have more to do with personal tastes. Personally, I've played most of the pulp games and my favorite by far is Pulp Alley. It is an all around brilliant set of rules and works perfectly for solo play.

Title: Re: Best Pulp rules for solo play?
Post by: Katsuhiko JiNNai on January 15, 2015, 01:51:09 AM

I never played solo games, so the first time I tried it I was doubtful.  :-X
So I was surprized when I enjoyed my first solo game with Pulp Alley. Seem that the rules of PA seem fine for solo games too.
I've played about 7 solo games (the last two are from a campaign still working ) and certainly I will play more PA Solo Games ;)

PS: Not just solo games for me. I played my first game with a real player last time too ;)

Title: Re: Best Pulp rules for solo play?
Post by: DoctorPete on January 16, 2015, 03:40:51 AM

Looks like Pulp Alley is highly regarded.  Thanks for all the input!   :)

Title: Re: Best Pulp rules for solo play?
Post by: General on January 17, 2015, 01:55:11 AM

I enjoy Two Hour Wargames Larger than Life and Adventures in Lost Lands.  I cook up a lot of my own scenario generators to add flavor.