Director Guy Ritchie’s new film, The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, brings a fresh take on the classic World War II adventure genre. Starring Henry Cavill and Alan Ritchson, the film incorporates Ritchie’s signature style with cocky characters and irreverent plot twists reminiscent of Where Eagles Dare and The Dirty Dozen. Achtung! Cthulhu, a tabletop role-playing game from Modiphius, adds a new twist to the World War II setting by introducing a Secret War involving factions representing creatures from the Cthulhu Mythos.
In Achtung! Cthulhu, players are tasked with both stopping the Axis war machine and preventing eldritch artifacts from falling into the wrong hands. The game turns World War II into a “weird war,” blending pulpier stories like Captain America: The First Avenger and the Wolfenstein video game series with grounded elements reminiscent of Indiana Jones. Fans looking to experience this alternate history can start with the Achtung! Cthulhu Starter Set, which includes pre-generated characters, rules, and a three-act adventure set in a besieged city and an alien hive city underground.
For those interested in a full campaign, the Achtung! Cthulhu 2d20 Player’s Guide offers detailed information on Allied groups fighting to save the world and expanded rules for using sorcery and technology. The Gamemaster Guide provides insights into the Secret War, factions, and alliances, offering plenty of challenges and surprises for players. Achtung! Cthulhu ramps up the intensity with larger battles, memorable villains, and larger-than-life heroes, keeping players engaged and on their toes throughout the game.
Achtung! Cthulhu offers various campaign books and adventures for gaming groups looking for a longer story. Forest of Fear and Shadows of Atlantis provide players with unique missions in iconic World War II settings, while electronic PDF adventures can be easily incorporated into ongoing campaigns. Print collections are also available for those who prefer physical copies of the game materials. Achtung! Cthulhu, with its blend of action, horror, and history, lives up to its tagline of “Punch evil in the tentacles,” offering players a thrilling and engaging gaming experience.
Overall, Achtung! Cthulhu provides an exciting alternative history experience within the World War II setting, combining elements of action, horror, and suspense to create a unique tabletop role-playing game. Fans of the genre will appreciate the game’s attention to detail, engaging storylines, and complex characters, making it a must-play for those looking for a fresh take on historical gaming. With a variety of resources and adventures available, Achtung! Cthulhu offers endless possibilities for players to immerse themselves in a world of strange alliances, epic battles, and eldritch secrets waiting to be uncovered.
