Five Games for Doomsday
590 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 57 ratingsFive games for Doomsday is a show in which people are thrust into a cabin in the woods but can only take five of their games with them. Which will they choose?
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Episodes
Trevor Benjamin
April 15, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour - 100 MBThis week's guest is the designer of the Undaunted series and Mandala, Trevor Benjamin. We talk about growing up in Canada, the purpose of language and the process of game design...but which games did he choose? Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
5G4D News-The Fire and Swords Episode
April 12, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBIn this episode of the news we give new backers their exclusive nicknames and Ben speaks to Ian Brody abut the upcoming expansion for War of the Rings The Card Game, Fire and Swords. Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
The Temple of Elemental Evil-Prologue 4-The Reason for my Revenge
April 08, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBIn this final prologue episode for Temple of Elemental Evil, Zanoush Pedatra trains for the armed forces and gets in a pickle. Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Joel Toppen
April 01, 2024 10:30 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBMy guest this week is war game designer and vassal implementer, Joel Toppen. We talk about faith, working in an Indian reservation and war gaming...but which games did he choose? Support the show here War of the Ring Commands and Colors: Napoleonics Commands and Colours: Ancients Fields of Fire Great Battles of Alexander Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
#Channel-How have you changed as a gamer
March 25, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBIn this episode Ben and Steve talk about gamer development and if whinging is worse than A.P. Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Spielworxx Bulletin-Live from Leiria Con
March 21, 2024 11:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBIn this special episode of the bulletin Ben and Uli are joined by Ignacy Trzewiczek and Jason Matthews to discuss all things conventions. Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Paula Demming
March 18, 2024 14:25 - 1 hour - 80.4 MBThis week's guest is the creative force behind Things Get Dicey, Paula Demming. We talk about being an actor, the amount of board game media and the addiction of acting...but which games did she choose? Support the show Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
The Temple of Elemental Evil-Prologue 3-Lady Blue Sees The Truth
March 11, 2024 05:00 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MBIn this episode of 5G4DnD Ben is joined by CarrieAnn Winter playing Lady Blue Onyx who discovers a troubling truth. Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Alan Moon
March 04, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBThe week's guest is designer of Ticket to Ride, Alan Moon. We talk about fighting in Vietnam, the grind of being a designer and huge success...but which games did he choose? Support the show here Dice Miner Carcassonne:Hunters and Gatherers That's Pretty Clever Love Letter It's a Wonderful World Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
The Temple of Elemental Evil-Prologue 2-An Esoteric Delver
February 26, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 64 MBIn the second prologue episode of 5G4D’s actual play of The Temple of Elemental Evil we meet the Dwarf Druid, Gunnar Stoneleaf and find out why he is travelling to Hommnet. Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
5G4D News-The Steam Dragon Episode
February 23, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 100 MBIn this episode Ben speaks to Martin Wallace about Steam Power and Pini Shekhter about Sea Dragons. Also we give you nicknames and answer your questions. Get on it! Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Spielworxx Bulletin-Conflicts of Interest
February 21, 2024 05:00 - 54 minutes - 50 MBIn this episode Ben and Uli talk about the relationship with the media and publishers and if there's a conflict of interest. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Besime Uyanik
February 19, 2024 05:00 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBThis week's guest is CEO of Ion Game Design, Besime Uyanik. We talk about growing up an immigrant, contoversial topics and what a CEO actually does...but which games did she choose? War of the Roses Sammu-ramat Frosthaven Pax Viking Galaxy Trucker https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/grandgamersguild/bouba-kiki-stroop-reprint Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
#Channel-Episode 8-What is an authorial voice in gaming
February 16, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBBen and Steve react to your posts on this knotty topic. Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Aldebaran Duel[SAMPLE]
February 14, 2024 05:00 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBYou can listen to the full episode by going to https://patreon.com/5g4d Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
The Temple of Elemental Evil-Prologue 1-A Master of Fire
February 12, 2024 05:00 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBIn the first prologue episode of 5G4D's actual play of The Temple of Elemental Evil we meet the Tiefling sorcerer, Saar Weekman and find out why he is travelling to Hommnet. Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Episode 1-Clue
February 09, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBIn the first ever episode of 5G4D At The Movies Ben and Steve look at, maybe the best, board game adaptation ever made, the 1980s classic clue. Do you agree with us? Let us know. Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Jonathan Kay
February 05, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBThis week's guest is editor of online magazine, Quilette. We talk about founding a national newspaper, the joy of hugely complex games and being a centrist...but which games did he choose? Support the show here Advanced Squad Leader Terraforming Mars 1822 Commands and Colours-Ancients High Frontier Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
5G4D News-The Coral Dragon Episode
January 26, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 92.3 MBIn this first news episode of 2024 Ben and Steve thank the new patreon backers, answer your questions and Ben gets the lowdown on Wyrmspan from Connie Vogelmann and Aqua form Asger Granerud and Dan Halstad. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Spielworxx Bulletin-The Future of Games
January 22, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 59 MBIn this new episode of The Spielworxx Bulletin, Ben and Uli talk about the past year in games and their hopes for 2024. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
#Channel-The 5G4D Awards 2023
January 19, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 77.3 MBIn this episode, Ben and Steve go over their and your 5G4D Awards! Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Travis Oates
January 15, 2024 05:00 - 2 hours - 117 MBThis week's guest is the voice of Piglet in Winnie the Pooh and co-creator of On Board TV Travis Oates. We talk about being a child star, working for Disney and G4 TV...but which games did he choose? Support the show here High Low Magic the Gathering Dungeons and Dragons 5e Frosthaven Twilight Imperium 4 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Ben and Steve's Resolution Extravaganza
January 08, 2024 11:08 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBIn this episode Ben and Steve go over their previous year's resolutions and then make some promises for 2024. Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Steve Syrek
January 01, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 94.5 MBThis weeks guest is former politician, martial artist and co-host on many shows on 5G4D Steve Syrek. We talk about green politics, attachment to material possessions and the beauty of Splotter...but which games did he choose? Iron Dragon Glory to Rome Trade on the Tigris War of the Ring Horseless Carriage Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Dec 25th-Brass Birmingham
December 25, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBOn this Christmas day, Ben and Steve talk about the number one game of all time with a little guest appearence from everyone's favourite baby table. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Dec 24th-Pandemic Legacy Season 1
December 24, 2023 09:00 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBBen and Steve talk about the best legacy game. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Dec 23rd-Gloomhaven
December 23, 2023 09:00 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MBBen and Steve talk about the former number 1 game in the world! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Dec 22nd-Ark Nova
December 22, 2023 09:00 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MBArk Nova or Ark Over-rated? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Dec 21st-Twilight Imperium 4
December 21, 2023 09:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBIs this the best space game? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Dec 20th-Terrforming Mars
December 20, 2023 09:00 - 18 minutes - 17 MBBen amd Steve discuss the merits of this game. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Spielworxx Bulletin-Episode 3-The Joy of Wargaming
December 20, 2023 08:55 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBBen and Uli discuss why wargaming is tops! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Dec 19th-Dune Imperium
December 19, 2023 09:00 - 14 minutes - 13 MBBen amd Steve discuss this new classic. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Dec 18th-Jaws of the Lion
December 18, 2023 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBBen amd Steve talk about theis pared back version of Gloomhaven. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Matthew Jude
December 18, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 85.5 MBThis week's guest is member of Watch it Played and world traveller, Matthew Jude. We talk about winning awards, dissatisfaction and history...but which games did he choose? Support the show here Cabo Yellow and Yangtze The Castles of Burgundy Null and Nichtig Yinsh Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Advent Calendar-Dec 17th-War of the Ring
December 17, 2023 09:00 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MBThis is the most epic of epic games. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Advent Calendar-Dec 16th-Star Wars Rebellion
December 16, 2023 09:00 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBExpert analysis here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Advent Calendar-Dec 15th-Spirit Island
December 15, 2023 09:00 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MBIt is fiddly. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Advent Calendar-Dec 14th-Gaia Project
December 14, 2023 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.35 MBWe really know this one. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Advent Calendar-Dec 13th-Twilight Struggle
December 13, 2023 09:00 - 9 minutes - 9.11 MBIf the war was like the place we recorded this it was bloody cold. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Advent Calendar-Dec 12th-Through the Ages
December 12, 2023 09:00 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBSimply the best! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Advent Calendar-Dec 11th-Great Western Trail
December 11, 2023 09:00 - 10 minutes - 9.72 MBWe discuss the Pfister Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Advent Calendar-Dec 10th-Castles of Burgundy
December 10, 2023 09:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBLove that new version. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Advent Calendar-Dec 9th-Scythe
December 09, 2023 09:00 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBWe chop down some corn in this one. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Advent Calendar-Dec 8th-7 Wonders Duel
December 08, 2023 09:00 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBBen amd Steve have a duel in a pyramid. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Advent Calendar-Dec 7th-Eclipse
December 07, 2023 09:00 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBBen and Steve muddle through Eclipse. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Advent Calendar-Dec 6th-Brass Lancashire
December 06, 2023 09:00 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBShould Brass have two entries. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Advent Calendar-Dec 5th-Nemesis
December 05, 2023 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.49 MBBen and Steve look at Nemesis. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Advent Calendar-Dec 4th-Concordia
December 04, 2023 09:00 - 18 minutes - 17 MBBen and Steve gush over the brilliant game in the forth door of the Advent Calendar. Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Fred Serval
December 04, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBThis weeks guest is war game designer and content creator, Fred Serval. We talk about growing up in South-East Asia, war game design and Marxism...but which games did he choose? Support the show here Exploding Kittens Keyflower Dual Gauge Maria Pax Pamir 2nd Edition Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Advent Calendar-Dec 3rd-A Feast for Odin
December 03, 2023 09:00 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBIn the third door of the calendar, Steve guides Ben through this Uwe Rosenberg classic. Support the show here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.