Global instability has rejuvenated demand for table top war games
Global instability has rejuvenated demand for table top war games
Global instability has rejuvenated demand for table top war games
Emily Feng
June, 16, 2025
Summary
Global tensions have increased interest in tabletop war-games, especially simulations of a potential Chinese blockade of Taiwan. At a Washington think tank, experts—many with access to classified information—play out these scenarios to explore strategic, military, and economic outcomes. The games reveal how difficult it is to de-escalate conflict and expose the high human and political costs of war. A recent session ended with a surprising truce proposal from Taiwan, resulting in fewer casualties than previous simulations. Participants argue these war-games not only shape strategy but also act as deterrents by demonstrating the devastating consequences of real conflict.
Reference
Feng, E. (2025, June 16). Global instability has rejuvenated demand for table top war games. NPR News. Retrieved from https://www.npr.org/2025/06/16/nx-s1-5418077/global-instability-has-rejuvenated-demand-for-table-top-war-games