# Can a Board Game Prepare Taiwan for War?

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Podcast: [Strait Forward](https://stenobird.com/podcast/strait-forward-7247611)
Published: 2025-11-25T11:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

On this episode of Strait Forward, Channing and Libby are joined by KJ Chang, founder of Mizo Games, to discuss the studio’s board game, 2045, which simulates a PLA invasion of Taiwan 20 years in the future. KJ explains that his games are inspired by real-world events and Taiwan's history, aiming to use the "pressure of the play" to help players understand the difficult choices made at the edge of survival. Following the interview, the Strait Forward team – joined by producer Bobby Owens – try out the game for themselves!

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