The Single Player Experience

The Wonder Woman Game is Dead, The Mavs Broke My Heart, & Monster Hunter is Selling Out Restaurants Single Player Experience Episode Description: In this episode of The Single Player Experience, Sebastion dives into the heartbreaking cancellation of the Wonder Woman game and what it says about WB Games’ messy leadership. Then, things get personal—Sebastion […]

In this episode of the Single Player Experience podcast, host Sebastian Mauldin and guest Josh Martinez discuss WWE 2k25. They explore the future of WWE gaming, particularly the upcoming WWE 2K25 and its controversial new island mode, which raises concerns about microtransactions and gameplay experience. The discussion highlights the balance between engaging storylines and the […]

Summary: In this episode of the Single Player Experience podcast, host Sebastian Mauldin and guest Josh Martinez discuss the current state of WWE, the build-up to WrestleMania, and the intricacies of various storylines. They delve into the excitement surrounding WWE 2K, analyze Cody Rhodes’ journey, and predict potential matchups for WrestleMania. The conversation also touches […]

In this episode of the Single Player Experience Podcast, host Sebastian Mauldin discusses the resurgence of single-player games amidst a multiplayer-dominated industry. He reviews the anticipated releases of Civilization 7 and Kingdom Come Deliverance 2, providing insights into their pre-release buzz and early reviews. The episode also covers the 25th anniversary of The Sims and […]

Is Indiana Jones and The Great Circle Actually Great Ft. Alec Taub Summary In this episode of the Single Player Experience Podcast, host Sebastian Mauldin and guest Alec discuss a variety of topics including Alec’s experience building a new PC, the challenges faced with gaming performance, particularly with titles like Indiana Jones and Destiny 2, […]

What Gaming Gear/Hardware are We Copping In 2025 Ft. David Lasby Summary: In this episode of the Single Player Experience podcast, host Sebastian Mauldin and guest David Lazby discuss the latest trends in gaming, including the anticipated Switch 2, the evolution of VR gaming, and their experiences with the Indiana Jones game. They explore the […]

Are Gaming Cost too High and is The Switch Controller Layout Dumb Ft. Eddie Varnell Summary: In this episode of the podcast, hosts Sebastion Mauldin and Eddie Vernell discuss a variety of gaming topics, including their current gaming experiences, thoughts on popular titles like Vampire Survivors and Indiana Jones, and the emotional depth of Hellblade […]

2024 Was a UP and Down Single Player Year for LitUnplay ft. LitUnPLay In this episode of the SPE Podcast, host Sebastion Mauldin welcomes back Alfredo Flores to discuss their recent gaming experiences, focusing on Call of Duty Black Ops 6 and the nostalgic feelings it evokes during the holiday season. They delve into the […]

Was the Switch 2 Reveal Fire Or Nah Ft. LitUnplay In this episode of the SPE Podcast, host Sebastion Mauldin and guest, LitUnPlay discuss their gaming preferences, the hype surrounding popular titles like GTA and Ghost of Tsushima, and their excitement for upcoming games including the Nintendo Switch 2. They delve into the implications of […]

Was Black Myth and Dragon Age Veilguard Overrated Ft. Alejandro Segovia Summary: In this episode, hosts Sebastion Mauldin and Alejandro Segovia discuss their recent gaming experiences, predictions for upcoming games in 2025, and the current state of the gaming industry. They delve into specific titles like Black Myth: Wukong and Dragon Age, comparing their gameplay […]

DLC Trends in Single Player Games In this episode of the Single Player Experience podcast, host Sebastian Mauldin discusses the current state of single player gaming, focusing on the trends in DLC and expansions. He highlights the recent lack of DLC for major titles like Spider-Man 2 and Mortal Kombat 1, exploring the implications for […]

Will Indiana Jones Be a Good Game Ft. Alec Tuab  In this conversation, Sebastion Mauldin and Alec Taub delve into the world of gaming, focusing on Destiny and its evolution, as well as the impact of Star Trek on their lives. They discuss the challenges faced by Destiny players, the philosophical themes in Star Trek, […]

Is Destiny 2 Rising or On it’s Last Leg Ft. Alec Tuab (Audio) In this conversation, Sebastion Mauldin and Alec Taub delve into the world of gaming, focusing on Destiny and its evolution, as well as the impact of Star Trek on their lives. They discuss the challenges faced by Destiny players, the philosophical themes […]

Game of the Year Awards: The Controversies Unveiled In this episode, Sebastion Mauldin discusses the ongoing controversies surrounding the Game of the Year nominations, particularly focusing on the inclusion of Top Spin 2K25 over more deserving titles like College Football. He also addresses the debate over whether DLCs and expansions should be eligible for Game […]

Metaphor Refantasio thoughts and FOMO in Gaming Ft. Antonio The Hypecaster (Audio) Summary In this engaging conversation, Sebastion Mauldin and Antonio Aka Hypecaster delve into the world of gaming, exploring themes such as the immersive experience of VR gaming, the phenomenon of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) in gaming, and their current gaming experiences. They […]

Gameplay Vs Game Experiences Ft. Alejandro Segovia In this conversation, Sebastion and Alejandro delve into their experiences with God of War Ragnarok, discussing its narrative structure, gameplay mechanics, and the evolution of gaming experiences. They explore the balance between gameplay and narrative, the impact of game length on enjoyment, and the future of story-driven games […]

Playstation’s 2024 Fall State of Play is…. Ft. Alejandro Segovia In this episode of the Single Player Experience Podcast, host Sebastion Mauldin and guest Alejandro Segovia discuss the current state of gaming, focusing on PlayStation’s busy yet quiet year, the impact of exclusives, and the recent State of Play announcements. They explore the contradictions of […]

Upcoming Indie Game Preview: Ascent Rivals ft. Michael Yagi Summary In this episode of the Single Player Experience podcast, host Sebastion Mauldin interviews Michael Yagi, one of the key developers of the game Ascent Rivals. They discuss the inspiration behind the game, its unique gameplay mechanics, and the vision of creating a competitive and spectator-friendly […]

The Future of Todd Howard-Style Games ft. Reggie Johnson Summary In this part of the conversation, Sebastian and Reggie discuss their gaming experiences and the current state of AAA games. They talk about the abundance of content on platforms like Netflix and Game Pass, and how it can sometimes feel overwhelming. They also discuss the […]

Star Wars Outlaws is Mid ft. Retro Gamer Thomas Summary In this conversation, Sebastian and RGT discuss their gaming origins, their favorite consoles, and the challenges of collecting retro games. They also share their recent gaming experiences, including playing Trials of Mana, Vampire Survivors, and Bioshock Infinite. They touch on the pricing and accessibility of […]

Gamescom News and The Perception of a Dry Year for Game Releases ft Alejandro Segovia In this part of the conversation, Sebastion and Alejandro discuss their most pleasant surprise game of 2024, which is Black Myth Wukong. Alejandro explains that he initially hesitated to play the game because he was tired of Souls-like experiences, but […]

The Landscape of AAA Shooters Ft. Alec Taub Summary In this conversation, Sebastian Maldon and video game developer Alec Taub discuss their gaming experiences and preferences. They talk about the releases of 2024 and compare them to the previous year, noting that while there have been good games this year, last year had better variety […]

Saving Money as a Gamer: Tips and Strategies Sebastian and his wife Giselle discuss Sebastian’s spending habits on video games and the impact of FOMO (fear of missing out) on his purchasing decisions. They also talk about the consoles they’ve bought and the games they regret buying. Sebastian shares tips on saving money as a […]

Summary Sebastian Mauldin returns to his podcast, Single Player Experience, after a hiatus. In this episode, his wife Giselle Maude acts as the host and asks Sebastian questions about his break and the new direction of the show. Sebastian explains that he took a break to improve the quality of the podcast and learn from […]

What’s up and welcome to the Single Player Experience Podcast. In this episode, our host Sebastion Mauldin will once again be joined by renowned Professor and Boss Rush’s own David Lasby! In this episode, the duo will talk all about their thoughts and desires for the Switch 2, the games that they are playing and […]