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Set up Attack of First Panzerarmee in Fall Blau by @CompassGames and Greg Blanchett #ww2 #wargame

Set up Attack of First Panzerarmee in Fall Blau by @CompassGames and Greg Blanchett #ww2 #wargame

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Counter Clipping Ep293 |Series Spotlight: Great Battles of History

Counter Clipping Ep293 |Series Spotlight: Great Battles of History

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Join Cody as he takes a preview look at Unstoppable: Outerdark from Renegade Games Studios. 

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TDG Preview: Unstoppable: Outerdark

TDG Preview: Unstoppable: Outerdark

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🎞️ DISPATCH FROM THE FRONT: THE BATTLE FOR AACHEN!

October 1944. Tough streets. Stubborn defenders. Every building counts.

Axebeard and I are taking on ASL Starter Kit Scenario S4 in a play-by-email showdown! I’ll command the Germans while Axebeard leads the Americans. His objective? Control more than 25 buildings on board Z for an automatic victory. My job? Make him work for every one!

I’ll share video updates as we exchange turns. Some might be quick dispatches, while others could run longer when the action heats up.

Mistakes? Count on them! Friendly rules corrections, tactical suggestions, and constructive feedback are welcome. Keep it kind and leave the judgment behind. Comments that don’t contribute productively may be hidden. We’re here to enjoy the game and learn along the way.

📺 Stay tuned and subscribe to Cardboard Commander to follow the action. Can Axebeard crack the defense, or will the Germans hold out? Let’s roll some dice!

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We celebrate the history, strategy, and community behind some of the most compelling games ever made. No fluff — just serious cardboard, honest takes, and a deep love for the hobby.

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ASLSK S3 Playthrough | Dispatch from the front: The battle for AAchen.

ASLSK S3 Playthrough | Dispatch from the front: The battle for AAchen.

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🎞️ DISPATCH FROM THE FRONT: THE BATTLE FOR AACHEN!

October 1944. Tough streets. Stubborn defenders. Every building counts.

Axebeard and I are taking on ASL Starter Kit Scenario S4 in a play-by-email showdown! I’ll command the Germans while Axebeard leads the Americans. His objective? Control more than 25 buildings on board Z for an automatic victory. My job? Make him work for every one!

I’ll share video updates as we exchange turns. Some might be quick dispatches, while others could run longer when the action heats up.

Mistakes? Count on them! Friendly rules corrections, tactical suggestions, and constructive feedback are welcome. Keep it kind and leave the judgment behind. Comments that don’t contribute productively may be hidden. We’re here to enjoy the game and learn along the way.

📺 Stay tuned and subscribe to Cardboard Commander to follow the action. Can Axebeard crack the defense, or will the Germans hold out? Let’s roll some dice!

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ASLSK S3 Simple Equaton | DISPATCH FROM THE FRONT: THE BATTLE FOR AACHEN!

ASLSK S3 Simple Equaton | DISPATCH FROM THE FRONT: THE BATTLE FOR AACHEN!

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THE CHIT SHOW | Modern Wargames with Ananda Gupta

THE CHIT SHOW | Modern Wargames with Ananda Gupta

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RAF

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Welcome back to Hexed And Countered! In this video, Joe takes a look at several new wargaming and tabletop arrivals at the studio, gives early impressions, and previews what's hitting the table in November. 

From modern armor tactical combat and medieval campaigns to solo helicopter missions in Vietnam and solo RPG exploration, here’s a rundown of recent deliveries and upcoming coverage!

Featured Games & Mentions:
• Battle Group: Clash – Baltics (Sapper Studio)
• Nevsky: Update Kit (GMT Games / Levy & Campaign Series)
• Star Trek Adventures: Captain's Log Solo Roleplaying Game (Modiphius)
• Chopper Pilot: Vietnam (Compass Games)
• Gateway to Falaise & Quatre Bras 1815 (Coming in November!)

Let us know in the comments: Have you played Nevsky or the Levy & Campaign system? What games are you most excited to see covered next month?

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction & Overview
0:29 - Battle Group: Clash – Baltics
1:02 - Nevsky: Teutons and Rus in Collision (Update Kit)
2:32 - Star Trek Adventures: Captain's Log RPG
5:00 - Chopper Pilot: Vietnam
7:52 - November Tabletop Preview & Plans
9:50 - Channel Milestones & Wrap-Up

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October 2026 | New Arrivals & November Preview

October 2026 | New Arrivals & November Preview

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Review | Battle Line | GMT Games | The Players' Aid

Review | Battle Line | GMT Games | The Players' Aid

The Players Aid

Let's learn how to design games.
Command Post Episode 20 with Thomas Van Hare

Command Post Episode 20 with Thomas Van Hare

Rough Swordsman Wargamer

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    The Coming Storm II (new from Operational Studies Group)

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    Souls to Waste (new from High Flying Dice Games)

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