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The Apocalypse Players

The Apocalypse Players
Call Of Cthulhu
Chaosiumcon
Eldritch Horrors
Bologna
Prospect
Depression-Era
Supernatural Horror
Quest Portal
Billy Spitzer
The Other Side Of the Fence
Esther
Depression Era
Domenichini
Chaosium
Italy
Orcolat
Carnia
Faceless Men
Italian Politics
Julia

A Call of Cthulhu actual play podcast. Dice-driven cosmic horrors supplied by Dominic Allen, Joseph Chance, Danann McAleer and guests. --- The Apocalypse Players is an actual play (or live play) TTRPG podcast focused on horror tabletop roleplaying games. Think Dimension 20 or Critical Role, but fewer dragons, more eldritch horrors, and more British actors taking their roleplaying very seriously (m... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes227Founded4 years ago
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In which Charlie Westenra’s merry band of cliff climbers take a short cut, traverse an ancient woodland, suffer a strange encounter and receive a mixed blessing…

A modern Call of Cthulhu Scenario by Joseph Chance

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Josephine Arundel – Belinda ... more

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In which five walkers make their way up a coastal track, looking for paths forward they may not even recognise the need for…

A modern Call of Cthulhu Scenario by Joseph Chance

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Josephine Arundel – Belinda Cornish

Chris Caldwell – Dan Wheeler... more

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In which our investigators realise they're not in Vermont anymore, delusions of German psychiatrists abound, and Thomas the Tank Engine needs to take some Rennies.

An improvised Call of Cthulhu scenario by The Apocalypse Players, performed live at t... more

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In which shoes, hair, Viscount biscuits and nationalities go missing.

An improvised Call of Cthulhu scenario by The Apocalypse Players, performed live at the Loco Klub in Bristol.

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Siegfried Carrington - Joseph Chance

Dr. Rex Dogson - Danann... more

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Recent Guests

Belinda Cornish
Guest star portraying Josephine Arundel, part of the walking tour group.
Episode: As The Waters Cover The Sea 01: The Quantocks of Solace
Tom Clark
Special guest, famed explorer and big game hunter, Philip Pip Carrington
Episode: The Order of the Stone 04: 'Castaway'
Joseph Chance
Portrays Dr. Henry Carraig-Muire
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Episode: An Uncommon Burial 13: “The Third Policeman”
Dan Wheeler
Plays Reverend Perregrine McCutcheon
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Episode: An Uncommon Burial 13: “The Third Policeman”
Danna McAleer
Acts as keeper of arcane lore
The Apocalypse Players
Episode: An Uncommon Burial 13: “The Third Policeman”
Tilly Steele
Guest player portraying Dr. Jemima Croft
Episode: Magnum Tenebrosum 12: 'If You Hit Me, It's Murder'
Jessica Temple
Returning special guest
Episode: A Message of Art 11: ‘The Workshop of Daedalus’
Danann McAleer
As Clovis Cerber, classical painter.
Episode: A Message of Art 03: ‘Champagne and Shit’
Dominic Allen
As Donatien Benoit, art critic.
Episode: A Message of Art 03: ‘Champagne and Shit’

Hosts

Dominic Allen
Keeper of arcane lore and a primary voice in the stories told, contributing to the narrative depth and character development.
Joseph Chance
Player of various roles and notable for his performances that bring humor and levity to often tense scenarios.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Initiate crème de menthe protocol

    It really is the best podcast or radio ever made, at least for me. I’ve listened to most of the episodes twice while working.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jerome nemo
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love the chill spooky vibes

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Ed
    a month ago
  • Absolutely top notch actual play podcast

    Not just among the best Call of Cthulhu content, but the best actual play content of any games. Feels like a radio play

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jroc.
    United States4 months ago
  • 10/10 even if you don’t know the game

    I’d never even heard of Call of Cthulhu before listening to this and tbh I still don’t play it now. This podcast is just such good storytelling that you don’t even need to know the game. It’s like listening to the best horror audiobook or radio play you’ve ever encountered. The actors are amazing, creepy, funny, quick — it’s so good that, after finishing the lot, I’m listening to the whole catalogue all over again!! Thanks to the lads for putting this together, it’s brought me many, many hours o... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LozzaBlingT
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Fantastic

    One of the best actual play podcasts in the crowded world of such podcasts. Top notch improvisation while honoring the mechanics of the game. Glad to see more guests joining to broaden, diversify and enrich the experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bedlam and drudgery
    United States5 months ago

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Reviews highlight the impressive performances of the actors, with many noting the emotional and immersive aspects of the narratives.
Listeners praise the podcast for its top-notch storytelling and high production values, comparable to the best in the actual play genre.
Audience members find the depth of character development and the improvisational nature highly engaging, contributing to a distinct listening experience.
The blend of humor with horror themes is especially appreciated, making it entertaining even for those unfamiliar with tabletop gaming.

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An Uncommon Burial 12: “Imagining Some Fear”
Q: What do you think is happening with this trap door?
It seems to be part of a conspiracy involving Tom Mortimer and might be linked to Miriam Dagg's disappearance.
Bleak Prospect 08: 'Reflux'
Q: Where is Esther?
She is in the basement; I heard they were keeping her there. I don’t know where the others are but they might come back soon.
Bleak Prospect 08: 'Reflux'
Q: What kind of device are you referring to?
It's a tilling-gassed resonator, a device used to turn inward-facing experiences outward.

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This podcast presents immersive storytelling through the lens of horror tabletop roleplaying games, primarily utilizing the Call of Cthulhu system. The engaging narratives frequently explore themes of existential dread, cosmic horror, and the supernatural, often steeped in British folklore and mythology. The combination of humor interspersed with genuinely unsettling moments creates a unique dynamic, allowing listeners to experience both tension and levity in the characters' misadventures. Notably, the rotating cast of experienced voice actors creates rich character interactions, enhancing the overall atmosphere and depth of the unfolding stories, making it a standout in the actual play genre.

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The Apocalypse Players launched 4 years ago and published 227 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Apocalypse Players include:

1. Belinda Cornish
2. Tom Clark
3. Joseph Chance
4. Dan Wheeler
5. Danna McAleer
6. Tilly Steele
7. Jessica Temple
8. Danann McAleer

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