Five Games for Doomsday
602 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 58 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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Lux Aeterna- A 5G4D Review
November 29, 2019 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.03 MBThis week Ben is sucked into the black hole of Lux Aeterna. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Rob Daviau
November 25, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBThis week's guest is the inventor of the legacy system, Rob Daviau. We discuss working at Hasbro, legacy games and branching out on your own...but which games did he choose? Magic: The Gathering A deck of cards. Dungeons and Dragons Codenames 7th Continent Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Fast Sloths- A 5G4D Review
November 20, 2019 11:30 - 4 minutes - 4.07 MBBen slowly travels through a game of Fast Sloths. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Chicago 1875: City of the Big Shoulders- A 5G4D Review
November 13, 2019 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.05 MBBen dons his top hat and becomes the devil of the white city while he muses about Chicago 1875: City of the Big Shoulders. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Craig Silverstein
November 11, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBThis week's guest is Google's first ever employee and architect of the search engine, Craig Silverstein. We talk about the early days of Google, the need of philanthropy and games on your wedding day...but which games did he choose? El Grande Power Grid Schotten Totten Bohnanza Viva Topo Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Megacity Oceania- A 5G4D Review
November 08, 2019 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.22 MBBen reclaims some land and looks at Megacity Oceania. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Essen Interview Extravaganza!
November 06, 2019 11:00 - 2 hours - 123 MBBen goes out into the world and interviews the great and good at Spiel 2019. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Essen 2019- A 5G4D Review
November 04, 2019 11:00 - 10 minutes - 9.42 MBBen reminisces about all the booze he drank at Essen. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Sandy Petersen
October 28, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBThis week's guest is a bonafide legend of both the tabletop and digital gaming worlds. Designer of Call of Cthulhu and Doom he both revolutionised the RPG and the first person shooter. We discuss being a pioneer, faith and the future...but which games did he choose? Contract Bridge Culdcept Saga World in Flames Hyperspace Mega Civilization Support the show here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
The Guild w Kathleen Mercury
October 23, 2019 10:00 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBBen pops to the bar to speak to Kathleen and see what board games need more of. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Rune Stones- A 5G4D Review
October 22, 2019 18:35 - 4 minutes - 4.53 MBBen enters the forest to talk about Rune Stones. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Carnival of Monsters- A 5G4D Review
October 18, 2019 10:00 - 5 minutes - 4.58 MBBen straps on his steam goggles and muses on Carnival of Monsters. Support the show here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Kenneth Hite
October 14, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBThis week's guest is the writer of Vampire the Masquerade, Kenneth Hite. We talk about H.P. Lovecraft, his love of Chicago and why rules are important...but which games did he choose? A World at War Dogs in the Vineyard Gurps 4th Edition Pendragon Rider- Waite Tarot Support the show here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
The Guild w Nick Mariner
October 09, 2019 10:00 - 52 minutes - 47.7 MBBen bows obsequiously to the man in the stores, Nick Mariner. They have a little drinky and discuss civ games. Join the guild here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Stephenson's Rocket- A 5G4D Review
October 07, 2019 10:00 - 5 minutes - 4.69 MBBen puts on his stripey hat and talks about Stephenson's Rocket. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Thoughts on Reviews Part 2
October 04, 2019 10:00 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBBen regrets ever going on Twitter and thinks about reviews. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Barry Doublet
September 30, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBThis week's guest is musician and host of Board Games everybody should...Barry Doublet. We talk about music in games, changing your career and the joys of wine...but which games did he choose? Heroquest:https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/699/heroquest Sheriff of Nottingham: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/157969/sheriff-nottingham Viticulture:https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/183394/viticulture-essential-edition The 7th Continent: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/180263/7th-contin...
The Guild w Steve Syrek-BlowHard 2- Blow Harder
September 25, 2019 10:00 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBBen meets up with Steve at the compound fountain to talk about fun in games. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Auf der Walz- A 5G4D Review
September 23, 2019 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.22 MBBen pops on his hobnails and has a stroll around Auf der Walz. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Papa Paolo- A 5G4D Review
September 20, 2019 10:00 - 4 minutes - 4.37 MBBen pops on the mozzarella and thinks about Papa Paolo. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Owen Duffy
September 16, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 75.7 MBThis week's inductee into the cabin is The Guardian's board game correspondent, Owen Duffy. He talks about publishing books, board game media and coming out in Scotland...but which games did he choose? Alhambra Twilight Imperium 4 Magic the Gathering Cube Fiasco Monsterhearts Support the show here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Wards of London- A 5G4D Review
September 13, 2019 16:00 - 5 minutes - 4.74 MBBen drops into the Wards of London. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
The Guild w Tony Boydell II
September 11, 2019 10:00 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBBen and Tony talk about people being priced out of games over a couple of shovels. Listen to the show Download the show Join the guild here. Support the show here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Phil Eklund
September 02, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 73.4 MBThis week's inductee is the designer of Bio Megafauna and Pax Porfiriana, Phil Ecklund. We talk about the importance of games to history and the nature of the future...but which games did he choose? Greenland Bios: Genesis Bios: Megafauna Bios: Origins High Frontier Support the show here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Dungeons and Dragons- A 5G4D Review
August 30, 2019 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.63 MBBen weaves some stories about Dungeons and Dragons. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
The Artemis Project- A 5G4D Review
August 24, 2019 14:00 - 5 minutes - 5.01 MBBen travels the the distant moons of Jupiter and muses on The Artemis Project. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
The Guild w Isaac Shalev 2
August 21, 2019 10:00 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBBen and Isaac lounge on the beach and chat about difficulty and contention. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Alubari- A 5G4D Review
August 14, 2019 10:00 - 5 minutes - 4.91 MBBen pops on the kettle and has a look at Alubari- A Nice Cup of Tea. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Cassiopeia- A 5G4D Review
August 09, 2019 10:00 - 4 minutes - 3.97 MBBen launches himself to the stars and looks at Cassiopeia. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
The Guild w Matt Thrower
August 07, 2019 10:00 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBBen sips on a cocktail on Thorium beach and chats with Matt Thrower about gamer burnout. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Nikki Valens
July 29, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBToday's guest is designer Mansions of Madness, Legacy of Dragonholt and Arkham Horror 3rd Edition, Nikki Valens. She talks about her love of animals, designing for Fantasy Flight and the nature of inclusivity...but which games did she choose? Mahjong Broom Service Playing Cards The Mind Shipwreck Arcana Support the show here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Berlin Con- A 5G4D Review
July 26, 2019 10:00 - 6 minutes - 6.22 MBBen retells his experience at Berlin Con. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
The Guild w Dan Hughes Again!
July 24, 2019 10:00 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBBen sits down with he who shall not be inhumed and talks about how games were before the world went to Jonsonian hell. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Spiel des Jahres 2019 Impressions
July 22, 2019 14:11 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBBen ventures out to the ceremony of the Spiel des Jahres and takes you through the day. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Mike Fitzgerald
July 15, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 79.7 MBThis week I speak to gaming legend, Mike Fitzgerald. We talk about Chess, the crazy world of New York radio and what Mickey Dolenz put up his nose...but which games did he choose? Cribbage Azul Brass: Birmingham Spacecorp Mottainai Twitter Facebook Support the show here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Artline- A 5G4D Review
July 03, 2019 10:00 - 4 minutes - 4.16 MBBen pulls out his pallette and looks at Artline. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Mark Cooke
July 01, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 67.2 MBThis week I talk to the founder of Aire Con, Mark Cooke. We talk about expansion, playing in a heavy metal band and craft beer...but which games did he choose? Listen to the show here. Download the show here. Brew Crafters Codenames Takenoko Sunrise City Bruges Twitter Facebook Support the show here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
The Guild w Isaac Shalev
June 26, 2019 22:05 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBBen bumps into Isaac at The Guild and they have a chat about the classics. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Frank West on The Isle of Cats.
June 24, 2019 10:00 - 4 minutes - 2.78 MBFrank West, head of City of Games talks about his new game The Isle of Cats. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Seikatsu- A 5G4D Review
June 21, 2019 10:00 - 5 minutes - 4.71 MBBen sits in the garden and mulls on the abstract game, Seikatsu. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Richard Garfield
June 17, 2019 10:00 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBThis week I talk to the inventor of Magic:The Gathering, Richard Garfield. We discuss mathematics, inventing a genre and the craziness of the secondary market...but which games did he choose? Dungeons and Dragons Cosmic Encounter Titan Hanabi Poker Twitter Facebook Support the show here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
The Guild w Mike DiLisio
June 12, 2019 10:00 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBBen sits down with yet another American who's made it over the channel, Mike DiLisio and they lament the passing of gaming conventions. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Thoughts on Reviews
June 10, 2019 10:20 - 7 minutes - 6.99 MBIn light of people, inconceivably, thinking it's okay to be paid for reviews I thought I'd dig out something I wrote for the patreon backers that elucidates my thoughts on the subject. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
UKGE Impressions
June 07, 2019 10:00 - 2 hours - 115 MBBen takes a trip out of the compound to the UK Games Expo and meets some interesting people on the way. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Elizabeth Hargrave
June 03, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBIn this week's show I talk to designer of Wingspan, Elizabeth Hargrave. We talk about how crazy Florida is, being in Washington on 9/11 and designing the hit of the year...but which games did she choose. A pack of cards. Castles of Burgundy Wingspan Race for the Galaxy Between Two Castles of Mad King Ludwig Twitter Facebook Support the show here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Just One- A 5G4D Review
May 31, 2019 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.19 MBBen spills a few words, not Just One. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
The Guild w Richard Simpson
May 28, 2019 11:18 - 50 minutes - 46 MBBen sits down with Richard Simpson, famous non-wizard, and talks about the benefits or otherwise of social media. https://boardgamegeek.com/guild/3209 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
Asger Granerud
May 20, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 69.6 MBThis week I welcome designer of A tale of Pirates, Copenhagen and Flamme Rouge, Asger Granerud. We talk about growing up in Africa, being a competitive game player and making money as a designer...but which games did he choose? Schotten Totten Hanabi Flamme Rouge Commands and Colours: Ancients Root Twitter Facebook Support the show here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
High Society- A 5G4D Review
May 17, 2019 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.42 MBBen betrays his class as he dives into High Society. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.
The Guild w Steven Syrek
May 15, 2019 10:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBThis week Ben takes an excursion into the grounds of the compound and bumps into newly decanted intake, Steven Syrek, to talk about the importance of winning. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.