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. Support the Show.By Dead Cell Media

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 start of the episode is “The Song of the Sirens”, composed by Mothervibes for the Stellar Blade Original Soundtrack. We i…

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 really wanted more portcrystals. Support the Show.By Dead Cell Media

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 looked in that one bikini. Note: The music track at the start of the episode is “With Heavy Heart - Road to Corel”, composed by No…

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 whether or not we think this movie ties more directly into Square Enix's latest trilogy. Note: The music trac…

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, surprise cameos, and how frustrating a particular superboss is. Note: The music track at the start of the episode is “Desce…

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 track at the start of the episode is “ENCOUNTER”, composed by Kazuki Muraoka for the Metal Gear Solid Original Soundtrack. We in …

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 track at the start of the episode is “Fanfare”, originally composed by Nobuo Uematsu for the Final Fantasy XVI Origin…

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 contentious episode yet. Note: The music track at the start of the episode is “Dark Ocean Summoning”, compos…

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 characters, cooldown timers, and how delicious a chopped cheese sounds to a Philadelphian. Note: The music track a…

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 how Mark is apparently the only one who didn't mind the flamethrower. Also, we totally forgot to record the Kwasnic…

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's likely next in the "remake" saga. Note: The music track at the start of the episode is “The Drive

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 historical inaccuracies, misleading progression systems, and The End of Evangelion. Note: The music track at th…

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 philosophies, and how there's so many memorable characters that we forgot some of their names. Note: The m…

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 navigating a streaming service, changes made from source material, and what is probably the best video game adap…

We sense something...a presence we've not felt since...2019? Cal Kestis is back in a new Star Wars Jedi game, and we're here to break it down. Join us as we discuss the highs and lows of the narrative, unfair enemy encounters, and how weird it is to get a goatee from a chest. Support the Show.By Dead Cell Media

What're ya listenin' to, strangah? This episode, we dive deep into the fresh remake of a survival horror classic and a personal favorite of Jason and Mark's. Join us as we discuss its winners and losers, where we see Resident Evil going next, and how happy we were to see that dog again. Apologies for any audio issues in this episode - we had to cha…

This may be Jill's last escape, but it's far from our last Resident Evil episode! This time we talk about the controversial remake of the third mainline Resident Evil title. Join us as we discuss frequent cussing, booty detective-ing, and way more games in the series than we expected (here's your spoiler warning)! Note: The music track at the start…

Do you ever go through the rain? Or feed on a tree frog? Or are you perhaps still in a dream? This time, we dive into a PlayStation 2 classic and one of the most renowned video games in history. Join us as we discuss the rule of threes, copping a feel, and just how damn hard it is to hit those Kerotan frogs on a moving motorcycle. What a thrill... …

Activating podcast mode - this time, we embrace our dreams and protect our podcaster honor by diving into the prequel to the legendary Final Fantasy VII. Join us as we discuss obnoxious poets, repetitive missions, and building flower carts. Note: The music track at the start of the episode is “CRISIS CORE Theme - Protect Your Honor”, composed by Ta…

Happy Holidays listeners! It's that time of year again - Geoff Keighley has rung out the year with big awards, bigger announcements, and one of the longest award speeches we've ever heard. Join us as we talk through The Game Awards, its winners and losers, and how some kid unexpectedly became the talk of the town. Note: The music track at the start…

Ragnarök isn't coming...it's here! This time we cover the grand finale to Kratos and Atreus' Norse saga. Join us as we discuss touching moments, disappointing combat, and sexual relations with horses. Note: The music track at the start of the episode is “Raeb's Lament”, composed by Bear McCreary for the God of War Ragnarök Original Soundtrack. We i…

Time for a DLC spoilercast! This time we talk about the new story chapter released for Resident Evil Village as part of the Winters Expansion, Shadows of Rose. Join us as we discuss teenage fan fiction, creepy mannequins, fungal sweat, and whoever the hell "K" is. Support the Show.By Dead Cell Media

Fear can't kill you. But...neither can a new episode of Reap the Spoils! This time, we celebrate October by visiting the acclaimed remake of Resident Evil. Join us as we discuss cheesy dialogue, tons of loading screen doors, meager direct storytelling, and just how damn good of a remake this game is. Enter the survival horror... Note: The music tra…

Your eyes and ears do not deceive you - we've finally covered the third Uncharted game! The results might not be what you expect though. Join us as we discuss a messy plot structure, boring villains, and controversial PS3 practices. Note: The music track at the start of the episode is “Nate's Theme 3.0”, composed by Greg Edmonson for the Uncharted …

Rise, tarnished listeners - in this episode, we discuss one of the most anticipated, best selling, and largely spoken-about games of this year. Does it deserve the praise? Join us as we discuss complicated lore, try-hard players, and how tired Mark is. Now go touch some grace. Note: The music track at the start of the episode is “Roundtable Hold”, …

Red, blue, or green - what's your favorite color? In this episode, we close out Shepard's epic saga of war, love, and awkward dancing. Join us as we discuss complicated endings, more galactic sexcapades, and one awesome party at the end of the world. Support the Show.By Dead Cell Media

It's that time of year again...but where's E3? Who's this Geoff Keighley guy? Join us as we unpack the mess of summer games showcases, talk about the winners and losers, what was notably absent, and what we're most excited about. Support the Show.By Dead Cell Media

Do you fear the Reapers? Don't worry - we've got Collectors to deal with instead! Join us as we further explore the Milky Way galaxy in the next entry of BioWare's space opera epic, discuss Jason's interstellar sex-capades, frustrating cover systems, and dance around spoilers for the next game. Support the Show.…

Are you ready for some CHAOS? Join us as we discuss the incredibly fun and infinitely meme-able latest entry in the Final Fantasy franchise. We dig into its slow-burn story, disappointing side characters, engaging job system, and how Jason only ever wants to be a samurai. Where there's crystals... Support the Show.…

Sending this episode to the stash - this month, we talk about the recently released sequel to Horizon Zero Dawn and how it's improved...and how it hasn't. Join us as we discuss constant chatter, inventory bloat, and how this game series is cursed. Support the Show.By Dead Cell Media

Horizon Forbidden West is almost here, so we needed to talk about its prequel! Join us as we discuss one of the biggest games of 2017, whether it holds up 5 years later, how much we dislike its conversation presentation, and if it's truly an RPG. Support the Show.By Dead Cell Media

A long time ago, in a galaxy fa- whoops, wrong space opera! In this episode, we're talking about Mass Effect, the first title in the sci-fi RPG saga. Join us as we discuss tough decisions made, kinda-racist crewmates, and who we banged. Support the Show.By Dead Cell Media

Happy Holidays from the Reap the Spoils cast! This month we take a break from the usual game grind and discuss The Game Awards 2021, Geoff Keighley's salute to video games advertising with some trophies sprinkled throughout. Jokes aside, we talk about how the awards themselves need more attention, the most hype-worthy announcements, and a well-dese…

Our name is Reap the Spoils. We're podcasters. This episode, we're diving deep into the abyss of Cauldron Lake in the modern cult hit Alan Wake and its two DLC episodes. Join us as we discuss unexpected story turns, an overabundance of combat, and how Mark likes Twin Peaks a little too much. In case you missed them or didn't play the remaster yet, …

Doki-doki! Don't let this game's cheery name and adorable charm fool you - we talk all about how truly terrifying talking to cute girls can be! Join us as we discuss visual novels, meta storytelling, and how tricky it can be to write a poem for that special someone. C/W NOTE: The game discussed in this episode shows situations and themes relating t…

It's October, and you know what that means! This year, we're kicking off this very spoooooky month with a horror classic. Join us as we venture through the streets of the titular town of Silent Hill and discuss its vague storytelling, excellent atmosphere, and funky puzzles. Support the Show.By Dead Cell Media

With the release of Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut came a whole new island, so we just had to explore it! Join us as we talk about Jin's recent excursion to Iki Island, how the villain was kind of lame, great side quests, and confusing shrines. Support the Show.By Dead Cell Media

Raise your phone skyward and check out this episode! This time, we dive into a controversial entry in the historic Zelda franchise, recently re-released on the Nintendo Switch. Join us while we discuss wonky motion controls, disappointing companions, and Biff from Back to the Future. Support the Show.…

Grab some bacon and tune into this episode! This month we're talking about Psychonauts, the debut hit from Double Fine Productions. Join us while we discuss how delicious the milkman's milk is, how much we hate circuses made of meat, and how brilliant collectibles can tell meaningful information. Support the Show.…

It's here, you hussies! After many grueling runs through the Junk Heap, we're finally ready to talk about NieR Replicant/Gestalt! Join us as we discuss how little it actually tells you about its plot, the new content that was brought into the recent remaster, and how awesome the fishing and cultivation systems are. Support the Show.…

A Resident Evil with a village and castle setting? What year is it!? Join us to discuss the latest title in the legendary survival horror franchise, how its plot didn't sit well with us, the half-measures of its locales, and how much fun we still had in spite of it all. Support the Show.By Dead Cell Media

Since the games we're playing are taking more time to get through than we'd hoped, we decided to jump on and do a bonus episode! Join us to talk about the return of E3, what we expect to see there, and what may get pushed further out. Just a heads up, this did run super long, so I actually had to cut out our discussions about Activision and Warner …

For the Glory of Mankind! Mark and Jason's favorite game of the last generation, Nier: Automata, finally gets discussed in this very long episode of Reap the Spoils. Join us as we talk about existential crises, philosophical inklings, and how selfish Mark and Delaila are for wanting arbitrary achievements. Become as Gods! Support the Show.…

Whether you played the PS2 original, PS3 remaster, or PS4 remake, you can't deny the colossal mark that Shadow of the Colossus left on the gaming industry. Join us this episode as we talk the importance of art direction, minimalistic story-telling, and how exhausted Mark is of playing this game (don't worry, he still loves it). Support the Show.…

Kinda bug and kinda snack! One thing for sure is we were kinda surprised by Bugsnax, the latest game from Young Horses. Join us as we discuss the titular tasty critters as well as the game's fantastic journalism frame, LGBTQ+ representation, and why Jason really needs to learn to stay until after the credits. Whoa-oo-oh, it's Bugsnax! PLEASE NOTE: …

Welcome to 2021! We're here with a new spoilercast looking back at a modern classic! Jump, climb, and stumble with us into Nathan Drake's second adventure, Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, as we discuss the drastic improvements from the first title, lament over less puzzle solving, and who has the best rear-end in the series. Support the Show.…

Bonus time! Instead of a usual Reap the Spoils episode, we decided to give you a long bonus episode filled with discussion about The Game Awards for 2020, our most anticipated games, and our personal picks for the Game of the Generation. Don't worry, Reap the Spoils will resume in January. Come join in the fun! Support the Show.…

Next-gen is here, and with it comes a new Spider-Man game from Insomniac! Join us as we talk about Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales, one of the biggest launch titles for the PlayStation 5, and how it improves on the stealth mechanics, wastes some familial opportunities, and confuse Jason a few times. Support the Show.…

Welcome to the family, listeners! We decided to tackle another horror game in this terrifying October of 2020, this time discussing a return to form for a prolific franchise. Join us to talk about Resident Evil 7 Biohazard and its fresh player perspective, excellent boss fights, and frightening DLC structure. Support the Show.…