Reap the Spoils - A Video Game Spoilercast
Join Mark, Delaila, and Jason on a monthly bookclub spoilercast for in-depth discussions on the narrative, atmosphere, gameplay, and more on some of the best and biggest video games out there. From new releases to modern classics, let's go reap the spoils!
Episodes
82 episodes
Fantasian (2021)
The creator of one of our collective favorite franchises has finally released his latest game out of Apple Arcade jail...but did it live up to our expectations? Join us as we discuss questionable design choices, difficult boss fights, and how m...
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2:44:14
Metaphor: ReFantazio (2024)
Fantasy is dead...or is it? This time we cover one of the most critically-acclaimed JRPGs of 2024. Does it live up to the hype? Join us as we discuss incredible narrative twists, anime character tropes, and how we're slowly killing Delaila with...
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2:59:56
Bonus - The Game Awards 2024
It's that time of year again! Geoff Keighley put on a literal comedy power hour for his annual awards show, and we're here to painstakingly talk about and criticize it. Join us as we discuss our top announcements, our biggest gripes, and give m...
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2:55:46
Listener Questions (2024)
We asked, you asked, we answered! Last month, we sent out a call for listener questions to facilitate a more casual episode. Join us as we answer those questions, where we spill the beans on our PS5 Pro thoughts, how we handle our personal back...
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Reap the Spoils Wants To Hear From You!
Hey everyone! Next month, we're doing a more general chatting episode and we need your help! If you loyal listeners ever had a question or a topic you wanted us to discuss, please write in to us at dcellmedia@gmail.com, or head over to the
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Dead Space 2 (2011)
October is here, so naturally we decided to play...an action game? This spooky season, we take a look at the sequel to a contemporary survival horror hit. Does it live up to its predecessor? Join us as we discuss bland villains, speculative re-...
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1:54:52
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree (2024)
Welcome back, tarnished listeners - this time, we delve into the massive DLC released for 2022's critically acclaimed Elden Ring. Join us as we discuss olde English pronunciations, frustrating final boss fights, and way too much about ...
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2:22:59
Final Fantasy XVI DLC: Echoes of the Fallen & The Rising Tide (2023/2024)
Final Fantasy XVI released over a year ago and gave us two DLC episodes to continue Clive's journey. Are they additive enough? Does the game hold up a year later? Join us as we discuss two very different boss fights, debate once again ...
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1:49:27
Fallout Season 1 on Amazon Prime (2024)
Jason...Jason never changes. This time we cover another TV show adaptation of a video game franchise. Join us as we discuss awkward sex analogies, messy writing, and deep Sugar Bomb cereal lore.
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2:00:26
Stellar Blade (2024)
The "Nier Automata we have at home" has arrived! Did it live up to its biggest influence? Join us as we discuss awesome combat, poor writing, our favorite exosuits, and an incredibly stupid petition.Note: The music track at the...
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2:07:45
Dragon's Dogma 2 (2024)
Greetings, fellow Arisen - we finally took a break to talk about an RPG that doesn't have "Final Fantasy" in the title. Join us as we embark on a different journey discussing an uneven plot, easily missable side quests, and how Delaila just rea...
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2:31:39
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (2024)
Our Final Fantasy VII marathon has finally come to a close with the release of Rebirth! Did it live up to our expectations? Join us as we discuss a puzzling ending, mixed thoughts on side content, and just how good Tifa l...
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2:59:59
Final Fantasy VII Advent Children (2005/2009)
Dilly-dally-shilly-shally! This time we talk about a feature film that acts as a sequel to one of the greatest JRPGs ever made. Does it live up to the game's status? Join us as we discuss an incomprehensible plot, cool action sequences, and whe...
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1:23:37
Final Fantasy VII Remake Episode INTERmission (2021)
Everyone's favorite materia-obsessed ninja is here! This time we go back to play the DLC episode released alongside Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade. Was it a meaningful addition? Join us as we discuss new combat mechanics, sur...
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1:30:07
Metal Gear Solid (1998)
We're starting 2024 off by talking about....Metal Gear!? Does the PlayStation classic still hold up? Join us as we discuss memorable boss fights, campy writing, and the prospects of a long-rumored remake.Note: The music t...
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2:10:46
Bonus - The Game Awards and 2023 in Review
Time for a break! This time we kick back, relax, and argue about The Game Awards. Join us as we discuss the winners, the losers, and how 2023 will be viewed as a year of gaming in the future. Happy Holidays everyone!Note: The music trac...
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2:58:18
Alan Wake 2 (2023)
Time to spiral out of control! This time we deliberate on one of the most critically successful games of 2023. Did it deserve it? Join us as we discuss unsolved mysteries, annoying jump scares, and how we never thought this would be our most co...
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2:37:19
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 (2023)
Jameson said he wanted podcasts about Spider-Man, so we delivered! Wait, he said pictures? Too bad! This time, we dive, fly, and swing into the latest game about everyone's favorite web-slingers. Join us as we discuss surprise playable characte...
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2:40:45
Dead Space (2008/2023)
In space, no one can hear you - wait, this isn't Alien! In this very spoooooooky episode, we discuss something else set in space - both its original and remade forms. Join us as we discuss sci-fi character names, great atmosphere, and ...
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1:40:23
Resident Evil 4: Separate Ways (2023)
Time for another DLC spoilercast! Capcom gave us what we all expected - a side-story focused on everyone's favorite spy donned in red. How does it compare to the base game? Join us as we discuss confusing exposition, iffy voice acting, and what...
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1:16:11
A Plague Tale: Requiem (2022)
Nearly a year ago, we announced we'd be doing this episode without realizing it was only on the new generation consoles, and Jason didn't have a PS5 yet. Whoops! But the time has finally come - was it worth the wait? Join us as we discuss histo...
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1:36:43
Final Fantasy XVI (2023)
The legacy of podcasting has shaped our history for long enough...but we're gonna keep at it anyway! This time, we tackle Mark and Jason's most anticipated game. Did it deliver? Join us as we discuss a heavily interpretative ending, MMO design ...
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2:59:51
HBO's The Last of Us Season 1 (2023)
When you're lost in the darkness...look for this episode of Reap the Spoils! This time we try something new - instead of talking about a video game, we talk about a show based on a video game. Join us as we discuss the simple gameplay of naviga...
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