Going Solo: Tabletop Games for One

Solo tabletop gaming has seen a marked rise in popularity since 2020, driven by the broader availability of solo-friendly designs and a vibrant and growing online community that shares playthroughs and recommendations. However, to date, game studies research hasn’t shown much attention to solo play. To try and address this gap Dr Matt Coward-Gibbs (York St John University) and Dr Ryan Scoats (Birmingham City University) have embarked on a project to rectify this!

This seminar presents early insights and analysis from semi-structured interviews with solo gamers, focusing on the experiences and practices of playing alone. Alongside sharing some preliminary findings, we hope to create a broader discussion around the value and impact of solo play.

Entry to this event is included with your UKGE entry ticket. Please have yours with you when you attend, or you will be refused entry. 

There are no reserved seating for this event, please arrive early and enjoy the wonderful British tradition of queuing to avoid disappointment.