Uploaded March 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago
Dive into the strategic depths of WWII with us on Homo Ludens for a live playthrough of "Downfall: Conquest of the Third Reich" live stream. This episode features an insightful designer teach and play session with the legendary designer John Butterfield and Joe Dewhurst. Originally designed by the revered Chad Jensen, who sadly passed away in 2019, "Downfall" offers a nuanced two-player game experience where participants command the Western Allies and the Soviet Union, navigating the complex alliance aimed at defeating the Axis powers while vying for post-war supremacy.
Published by GMT Games in late 2023 and kindly provided for review, "Downfall" innovates with its initiative track, guiding gameplay through strategic decision-making rather than a set sequence. This ensures a dynamic and engaging session, full of tactical depth and historical intrigue.
Join us to learn directly from the game's current designers, exploring the strategic events, weather changes, and shifts in power that define this detailed simulation. Your participation in live chat enriches the experience, offering a chance to engage with board game history and strategy live.
To support our content and help us continue bringing these in-depth gaming sessions to you, consider donating to our Ko-Fi at ko-fi.com/homoludens1871
Your support is greatly appreciated and fuels future content.
Dive into the strategic depths of WWII with us on Homo Ludens for a live playthrough of "Downfall: Conquest of the Third Reich" live stream. This episode features an insightful designer teach and play session with the legendary designer John Butterfield and Joe Dewhurst. Originally designed by the revered Chad Jensen, who sadly passed away in 2019, "Downfall" offers a nuanced two-player game experience where participants command the Western Allies and the Soviet Union, navigating the complex alliance aimed at defeating the Axis powers while vying for post-war supremacy.
Published by GMT Games in late 2023 and kindly provided for review, "Downfall" innovates with its initiative track, guiding gameplay through strategic decision-making rather than a set sequence. This ensures a dynamic and engaging session, full of tactical depth and historical intrigue.
Join us to learn directly from the game's current designers, exploring the strategic events, weather changes, and shifts in power that define this detailed simulation. Your participation in live chat enriches the experience, offering a chance to engage with board game history and strategy live.
To support our content and help us continue bringing these in-depth gaming sessions to you, consider donating to our Ko-Fi at ko-fi.com/homoludens1871
Your support is greatly appreciated and fuels future content.
