Rephonic
Artwork for The Apocalypse Players

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
Hydrochloric Acid
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

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes243Founded5 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
LeisureArtsPerforming ArtsGames

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Apocalypse Players

Latest Episodes

In which Mr Rafe Launceston leads his brave band of officers of the excise into the village of Morton Le Grange, 1684…

A late Restoration and modern era Call of Cthulhu Scenario by Joseph Chance

Cast:

Josephine Arundel, Felicity Blake & William Ma... more

YouTube

In which a moment occurs between times, hidden in the spaces alongside greater imaginings of certain plateaus, made possible by daemonic beings and introduced by a familiar, once Kingsport based, antiquarian…

A modern Call of Cthulhu Scenario by Jos... more

YouTube

In which the pursuit of the cunning Fox comes to a terrible conclusion, via dawn rites, grave guardians and golden rings - but those who walk by the Shadow have yet to face further twists and turns…

A modern Call of Cthulhu Scenario by Joseph Chance... more

YouTube

In which our brave Alfoxton guests clear up some loose ends and head underground…

A modern Call of Cthulhu Scenario by Joseph Chance

Cast:

Josephine Arundel & Felicity Blake – Belinda Cornish

Chris Caldwell & Jonathan Tatler – Dan Wheeler

Max Da... more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Belinda Cornish
Special guest star
Episode: As The Waters Cover The Sea 04: As Above, So Below
Tom Clark
Gaming YouTuber and special guest from Misrequest
Misrequest
Episode: LIVE with TOM CLARK! Going Loco: Choo-Choo Cthulhu 01: 'Medieval Re-enactment on the Orient Express'
Dan Wheeler
Plays Reverend Perregrine McCutcheon
The Apocalypse Players
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
Performer and guest in the role-playing game.
Episode: Magnum Tenebrosum 02: 'The Kind of Windows Faces Look In At'
Jessica Temple
Returning special guest
Episode: A Message of Art 11: ‘The Workshop of Daedalus’
Joseph Chance
As Jane Harnsworth-Wright, art dealer.
Episode: A Message of Art 03: ‘Champagne and Shit’
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

Joseph Chance
Keeper of the Arcane Lore
Dominic Allen
Player and Co-Host
Danann McAleer
Player
Dan Wheeler
Game Master

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • My favorite podcast

    I can’t count all the times I go to bed listening to this podcast the apocalypse player is are amazing and they literally get you fully immersed as they play through their sessions I hope they do more episodes I really love and enjoy how much fun they have and playing out these call of Cthulhu tabletop games.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StarShadowFire08
    United Statesa month ago
  • One of the best

    Engaging, funny and at times terrifying. Really well produced and a joy to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vlistick
    Netherlandsa month ago
  • Amazing

    My go to podcast! The blend of story, chemistry, character development, and rpg makes this one of my favorites! Keep up the amazing work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reviewr5
    United States2 months ago
  • Amazing story really brought me back to childhood in the 90s

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Geralt
    2 months ago
  • I mean damn

    Or Dom

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    godihatereviews
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Each episode maintains high production value with excellent acting.
Atmospheric storytelling and immersive roleplaying captivate the audience.
The mix of horror and humor provides an entertaining experience.
Professional yet playful improvisation keeps the content fresh.
Listeners appreciate the captivating narratives that bridge personal stories with horror themes.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#40
United States/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#15
United Kingdom/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#30
Canada/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#108
United Kingdom/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#157
Canada/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#27
Italy/Arts/Performing Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About The Apocalypse Players

What is The Apocalypse Players about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Content primarily revolves around horror-themed storytelling and roleplaying in the context of the Call of Cthulhu tabletop RPG. Episodes often feature engaging, character-driven narratives that explore themes of fear, identity, and madness, intertwining humorous elements with dark, cosmic horrors. The cast, composed of British actors, navigate surreal and terrifying scenarios, showcasing improvised dialogues and challenging dilemmas that enrich the gameplay experience. Unique aspects include a strong emphasis on atmospheric sound design and a blend of various horror subgenres, making it compelling for those interested in sophisticated storytelling and intense emotional engagement within tabletop roleplaying.

Where can I find podcast stats for The Apocalypse Players?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The Apocalypse Players. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to The Apocalypse Players and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The Apocalypse Players get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The Apocalypse Players, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for The Apocalypse Players?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The Apocalypse Players, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does The Apocalypse Players have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The Apocalypse Players has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to The Apocalypse Players?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Apocalypse Players:

1. Mystery Quest
2. Grizzly Peaks Radio
3. Push The Roll with Ross Bryant | Call of Cthulhu Improv TTRPG Podcast
4. How We Roll Podcast
5. High Rollers DnD

How many episodes of The Apocalypse Players are there?

The Apocalypse Players launched 5 years ago and published 243 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact The Apocalypse Players?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for The Apocalypse Players?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The Apocalypse Players from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for The Apocalypse Players?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The Apocalypse Players. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on The Apocalypse Players?

Recent guests on The Apocalypse Players include:

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

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days