The Apocalypse Players

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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 (most of the time). We primarily play the Chaosium RPG Call of Cthulhu, but have also been known to dabble with other systems, most of which can be found on our Patreon: www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayersWe now have a free Discord server where you can come and worship at the altar of the Apocalypse, play Call of Cthulhu online, and meet like-minded cultists who will be only to eager to welcome you into the fold. New sacrifices oops we mean players are always welcome. Join here: discord.com/invite/kRQ62t6SjH

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Recent Episodes
  • Introducing The Apocalypse Players | Call of Cthulhu Actual Play
    Aug 21, 2021 – 08:15
  • The Crack’d and Crook’d Manse 01: ‘The Brothers Dodge’ | Call of Cthulhu Actual Play
    Sep 20, 2021 – 01:12:03
  • The Crack’d and Crook’d Manse 02: ‘101 Occult Uses For Salt’
    Sep 20, 2021 – 52:06
  • The Crack’d and Crook’d Manse 03: ‘Advanced Mansions & Madness’
    Sep 27, 2021 – 01:07:29
  • The Crack’d and Crook’d Manse 04: ‘The Walls Have Eyes’
    Oct 4, 2021 – 01:15:29
  • The Crack’d and Crook’d Manse 05: ‘Denying Gravity’
    Oct 11, 2021 – 58:26
  • The Crack’d and Crook’d Manse 06: ‘Cold Callers’
    Oct 18, 2021 – 01:04:13
  • The Crack’d and Crook’d Manse 07 FINALE: ‘Spores’
    Oct 26, 2021 – 01:06:13
  • Allhallowstide 01: ‘Marked by Death’ | Dee Sanction Actual Play
    Oct 30, 2021 – 01:13:39
  • Allhallowstide 02: ‘Monolithic Hierogasm’
    Oct 31, 2021 – 01:00:33
  • Allhallowstide 03 FINALE: ‘Hollow Hills’
    Nov 1, 2021 – 54:09
  • Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 01: ‘The Rabbit’ | Call of Cthulhu Actual Play
    Nov 8, 2021 – 01:20:35
  • Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 02: ‘The Silo’
    Nov 15, 2021 – 01:14:52
  • Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 03: ‘The Rural Electrification Truck’
    Nov 22, 2021 – 57:40
  • Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 04: ‘The Doll and the Skull’
    Nov 29, 2021 – 45:30
  • A Christmas Inheritance 01: ‘A Partridge and a Dead Tree’ | Call of Cthulhu Actual Play
    Dec 6, 2021 – 01:13:11
  • A Christmas Inheritance 02: ‘A Game of Bear’
    Dec 13, 2021 – 44:23
  • A Christmas Inheritance 03: ‘Two Kings’
    Dec 20, 2021 – 49:42
  • A Christmas Inheritance 04: ‘A Sort Of... Dog’
    Dec 24, 2021 – 59:23
  • A Christmas Inheritance 05: ‘Hide And Seek’
    Dec 27, 2021 – 01:00:35
  • A Christmas Inheritance 06: ‘The Holly Bears A Bark’
    Jan 3, 2022 – 01:09:47
  • A Christmas Inheritance 07: ‘Oh, Whistle, And I’ll Come To You, My Lad’
    Jan 7, 2022 – 01:27:05
  • A Christmas Inheritance 08 FINALE: ‘Epiphany’
    Jan 11, 2022 – 01:24:29
  • Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 05: ‘Some Things Are Best Forgotten’
    Jan 17, 2022 – 57:59
  • Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 06: ‘Comrade Doctor’
    Jan 24, 2022 – 01:02:42
  • Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 07: ‘Iurenkovo’
    Jan 31, 2022 – 01:09:41
  • Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 08: ‘The Meteor Shower’
    Feb 7, 2022 – 42:09
  • Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 09: ‘The Lieutenant’
    Feb 14, 2022 – 41:22
  • Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 10: ‘A Shimmer on the Horizon’
    Feb 21, 2022 – 55:56
  • Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 11: ‘The Crater’
    Feb 28, 2022 – 48:44
  • Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 12 FINALE: ‘Is That The Good Stuff?’
    Feb 28, 2022 – 01:25:22
  • Saturnine Chalice 01: ’Gabriel The Herald’ | Call of Cthulhu Actual Play
    Mar 21, 2022 – 01:31:28
  • Saturnine Chalice 02: ’Lazarus The Risen’
    Mar 28, 2022 – 01:08:05
  • Saturnine Chalice 03: ’Legion The Many’
    Apr 4, 2022 – 01:02:39
  • Saturnine Chalice 04: ’Leviathan The Chaos’
    Apr 11, 2022 – 01:05:47
  • Saturnine Chalice 05 FINALE: ’Satan The Adversary’
    Apr 18, 2022 – 01:05:26
  • Unland 01: ‘Can I Kick It?’ | Call of Cthulhu Actual Play
    Apr 25, 2022 – 53:23
  • Unland 02: ‘Smells Like Teen Spirit’
    May 2, 2022 – 01:07:02
  • Unland 03: ‘November Rain’
    May 9, 2022 – 01:17:11
  • Unland 04: ‘The Mines of Za Za Bazaar’
    May 16, 2022 – 56:51
  • Unland 05: ‘The Voice of Oslac Cynehelm’
    May 23, 2022 – 55:02
  • Unland 06: ‘The Phylactery of the Lich King Bjornbye’
    May 30, 2022 – 01:01:37
  • Unland 07: ‘It Ain’t Over ‘til It’s Over’
    Jun 6, 2022 – 01:08:50
  • Unland 08 FINALE: ‘Enter Sandman’
    Jun 13, 2022 – 01:33:08
  • The Lightless Beacon 01: ’The Isle Is Full Of Noises’ | Call of Cthulhu Actual Play
    Jun 20, 2022 – 54:52
  • The Lightless Beacon 02: ’A Very Ancient And Fish-Like Smell’
    Jun 27, 2022 – 47:06
  • The Lightless Beacon 03 FINALE: ’Hell Is Empty And All The Devils Are Here’
    Jul 5, 2022 – 48:25
  • The House In The Woods 01: The Post Master, The Pilot & The Poissonnier | Call of Cthulhu Actual Play
    Jul 11, 2022 – 01:10:07
  • The House In The Woods 02: The Talking Cure
    Jul 18, 2022 – 55:25
  • The House In The Woods 03: The Teeth of The Mind
    Jul 25, 2022 – 01:12:57
Recent Reviews
  • S. Ripley
    Thrills, Chills, and Laughs - An Absolute Delight
    The Apocalypse Players podcast delivers what I imagine those lucky listeners of yesteryear got to experience hearing Orson Welles perform War of the Worlds - passion, glee, ambience, mood, mischief, mayhem, and a chance to believe in the unbelievable, to be frightened by the impossible, and play along with every pull of the thread and push of the roll. Vivid storytelling, engaging characters brought to life by skilled improvisers, and top-notch sound design and editing. And the music - hearing the intro kick in provides the same rush as the opening themes to Game of Thrones or Mad Men or Sherlock. A wonderful treat and a lovely way to spend an hour. Can’t wait for more.
  • SavyBaldwin
    Fantastic
    I just discovered The Apocalypse Players in December and am now fully caught up! I’m happy I listened from the beginning, because there are small references to previous episodes scattered throughout. Each scenario has been a delight to listen to, but I especially love the original scenarios written by the players. Everyone is excellent, whether playing the role of keeper or investigator, and the guest stars are always a real treat. Now that I’m all caught up, I’ll have to check out the Patreon content!
  • MarkT333
    Best Call of Cthulhu and horror role playing
    This is one of the best podcasts of actual plays of Call of Cthulhu. The actors are amazing and have a great sense of humor sprinkled throughout. Perfect blend of horror and humor! These are the best.
  • kat0529
    Too good to miss
    Fast becoming my favorite actual play RPG pod. A rare bird in this genre, the Apocalypse Players are equally at home making me laugh out loud as they are at creating genuinely unsettling and dramatic existential horror. Bravo & More Please! P.S. Joining their Patreon is well worth the spend.
  • Diggie D Dawg
    Mesmerizing
    A mesmerizing chimera, with the head of improv theater and the body of tabletop role playing. I’ve never been a fan of horror, but can’t stop listening to The Apocalypse Players.
  • marsupialFruitcake
    One of my absolute favorites
    Thoughtful, playful, and horrific by turns, one of the best AP shows I’ve found. The Players run a mix of published scenarios and atmospheric, history-rich homebrew, and while they’re happy to let the silly moments come, they also dig in and explore the emotional reactions their characters have to the horror in a really compelling way. There’s a lot of depth to savor.
  • Clifffdddd
    Absolute thrilling and disturbing
    This podcast exudes the madness in the method of Call of Cthulhu live play. I enjoy listening to it at work, or at home, and plays best in a dark room with a strong drink. Each time I find myself loving the characters, but still wishing for their grime demise. Love the fact they rotate keepers, it keeps the games interesting and removes any risk of going stale. Glad to be a Patreon member as well.
  • ([Censored])
    Fascinating
    A delight. A work of art. This show really makes you listen. That said, it has plenty of levity, mischief, and jokes. Every session immerses listeners in a world that feels different and with the back catalogue, there is something for everyone. Give it a go!
  • Corvi
    Exciting, quality horror actually plays
    Experienced players and performers come together to create outstanding actual plays of horror roleplaying game scenarios. Among the very best out there.
  • Fourteenfaces
    Absolutely Delicious
    I have struggled with insomnia for 30 years. This podcast hast not fixed it, but it has made it much more enjoyable. Cannot recommend highly enough.
  • Jrbeers
    Well done.
    Just started listening to this podcast and even the first 6 episodes are well produced, with great content. Can’t wait to see where it goes from here.
  • InfG35x
    A Pinnacle
    These folk embody not only a well produced and run podcast but also what every ttrpg player/gm wants to emulate imo
  • origenofalexandria10
    My favorite TTRPG Actual Play
    I love the Apocalypse Players. They are the absolute best of TTRPG actual play podcasts: clever editing, consistent uploads, a great back catalogue to listen through, and a seriously talented and charming group of players/keepers. What really stands out though is their skill as performers, the improve and commitment to collaborative story telling stands out; equal parts funny, atmospheric, and exciting. Can’t recommend highly enough.
  • TieDyeAdam
    Great Listen
    Entertaining story telling with a group that clearly enjoy what they do. Highly recommend.
  • Majdo2020
    Great Chemistry
    Like Pretending To Be People it’s clear these players are friends and really love getting into character and exploring weird worlds. I’ve binged their stuff recently and it’s great!
  • Tomboy43
    Great, entertaining podcast!
    I actually found this podcast through a No Rolls Barred episode on YT. It was the Call of Cthulhu 3 episode scenario. I’ve been listening since, it’s only been a couple of weeks but I’ve made it through 3 series/scenarios so far. Great work and I am really enjoying it. Keep it up!
  • fjwknejsoskwowmdn
    Im crazy
    listened to all 99 episodes and all the others on patreon in about 2 weeks because i was hooked. Theyre very funny and talented
  • Drpigweiner
    Big gud.
    Coca-Cola…. With a twist
  • MattyCFire
    Awesome Productions
    Listened to many of their story arcs- so good. Keep them coming!
  • Jaedyxe
    Too Tier
    This group is amazing and extremely engaging. I’ve been on a Cthulhu binge lately, and they are definitely top shelf. They truly commit to the game AND to their characters.
  • apparent_brain
    Ouch
    It’s like watching Keystone Kops in slow motion. Assembling the most useless, unlikeable and verbose characters together to combat cosmic horrors… ouch.
  • GoldenRK9
    NRB Brought Me Here
    Now I’m staying. Great podcast, super glad I found it.
  • JamzedJD
    20 out of 20 Lester Goodmans Agree!
    I haven’t read any Lovecraft, but I love this podcast. It’s the right level of suspense, comedy, and horror. I still find myself relistening to Saturnine Chalice because of the dark humor. Definitely Coen brothers material!
  • Melina Delo
    Hidden gem that deserves more love!
    Found this through NRB and my obsession with it is threatening to overtake my love of everything on that channel! One of the absolute best actual play podcasts I’ve ever listened to; everyone is talented, well-prepared, funny and just massively entertaining. Much love to Dan, Danann, Dom, and Joseph! Keep up the great work, lads!
  • Opinion44
    Dom was right.
    NRB fans turned Dominic Allen super fans, and will live on to see the Dominion reign supreme. The three parter, posted with Dom as the most extraordinary keeper of arcane law I have ever seen, was not enough to satisfy this new found hunger – we couldn’t run fast enough to the (perfectly well named) website to get more and have only been disappointed when Dom is not the storyteller. Even so, this is an incredible actual play podcast with a group wonderful routine and guest players and look forward to getting to know them better as we continue to listen on! Perfect for those searching for a myriad of mysteries made to please the curious, punish the clumsy, and poetically cultivate the imagination.
  • Jack Delotte
    Folk Horror Meets Cthulhu Mythos
    This podcast consistently delivers original content that I would argue expands the genre of TTRPG narrative beyond the standards set by even the most classic scripted Call of Cthulhu modules. The production is outstanding and the classic education of the players shines through. I love feeling like I’m getting a serialized, weekly BBC show on my feed every Monday. 👍🏼👍🏼
  • Fenway4444
    Roll San.
    Pleasantly surprised by this podcast. Nice editing, good production, and a table of players that help to make it entertaining. The “Keeper” is very good at incorporating the rules of the game into the story , without slowing down the narrative. Well done , gentlemen - hope to hear many more episodes.
  • bradshga
    great quality show with top notch role playing
    love this show, with some of the best role playing ever!
  • GethAdmin
    Too good to pass up.
    The cast are hilarious. The games have actual moments of “oh my f@$&ing God” with legit chills. It’s great work and I can’t wait for the next episode.
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