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The Time Killers Podcast

A show about the games, movies and everything else we kill time with.

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Thursday · 57 min
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy & Star Wars Zero Company
Neil Rivera and Matthew Field brave the horrors of the island and slay the Minotaur in Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy before assembling an all-star team in a galaxy far, far away in Star Wars Zero Company. 00:00 - Intro 01:46 - Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Review 15:13 - SPOILERS AHEAD 32:15 - End of Spoilers 39:33 - Star Wars Zero Company Review Catch up on past episodes and find us on your social network of choice at timekillerspod.com! Submit your questions and let us know what you're killing time with at ask.timekillerspod.com to be a part of the show.
August 27 · 1 hr 7 min
Gamescom Opening Night Live Recap, Mortal Shell II & S.T.A.L.K.E.R 2: Cost of Hope
Neil Rivera and Matthew field recap their favorite announcements at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 before diving into the brutal and unforgiving worlds of Mortal Shell II and S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope. 00:00 - Intro 01:57 - Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 Recap 26:00 - Mortal Shell II Review 47:18 - S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope + 2.0 Update Review Catch up on past episodes and find us on your social network of choice at timekillerspod.com! Submit your questions and let us know what you're killing time with at ask.timekillerspod.com to be a part of the show.
August 13 · 1 hr 10 min
The Odyssey, Beast of Reincarnation & Fields of Mistria 1.0
Neil Rivera and Matthew Field return to Ithaca to break down Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey and review Beast of Reincarnation, the newest game from the creators of Pokémon. Plus, Neil gives his thoughts on Fields of Mistria's long-awaited 1.0 release. 00:00 - Intro 01:51 - The Odyssey Review 28:43 - Beast of Reincarnation Review 58:03 - Fields of Mistria 1.0 Review Thanks to our sponsor: Green Man Gaming! Save up to 92% on hit titles like The Alters, Moonlighter 2, Frostpunk and more during the 11 Bit Publisher sale! Shop now and support the show here: https://greenmangaming.sjv.io/k4AggN. Ends August 24, 2026. Catch up on past episodes and find us on your social network of choice at timekillerspod.com! Follow us and DM us your questions, comments and hot takes to be a part of the show.
July 28 · 1 hr 2 min
Palworld 1.0, Splatoon Raiders & Denshattack!
Neil Rivera and Matthew Field catch and battle legally-distinct pocket monsters in the full release for Palworld, uncover buried treasure in Splatoon Raiders, and land sick grinds as a passenger train in Denshattack! 00:00 - Intro 01:37 - Palworld 1.0 Review 27:40 - Splatoon Raiders Review 45:49 - Denshattack! Review Catch up on past episodes and find us on your social network of choice at timekillerspod.com! Follow us and DM us your questions, comments and hot takes to be a part of the show.
July 17 · 1 hr
Zero Parades: For Dead Spies, Esoteric Ebb and The Rise of Disco-Likes
Neil Rivera and Matthew Field have existential conversations with the voices inside their heads to deliver reviews for Zero Parades: For Dead Spies and Esoteric Ebb, while discussing the history and future of the Disco-like genre as a whole. 00:00 - Intro 01:40 - What Is A Disco-Like? 04:17 - What Made Disco Elysium Special? 07:45 - What Makes a Good Disco-Like? 17:25 - What Happened to ZA/UM After Disco Elysium? 19:51 - Zero Parades: For Dead Spies Review 29:36 - Esoteric Ebb Review 43:03 - Rhythm Heaven Groove Review Check out these Disco Elysium TTRPG adaptations: Disco Elysium - The Roleplaying Game by Jansan Korbril: https://jansan-korbril.itch.io/disco-elysium-the-rpg Jamais Vu: Disco Elysium inspired TTRPG - Mithrillica: https://mithrillica.itch.io/jamais-vu Catch up on past episodes and find us on your social network of choice at timekillerspod.com! Follow us and DM us your questions, comments and hot takes to be a part of the show.
July 2 · 1 hr 1 min
The Gaming Affordability Crisis, Steam Controller & Reanimal
Neil Rivera and Matthew Field weather the storm of negative headlines in video games—from $80 GTA VI to $1,000 PS6s—and what it means for the already-struggling industry. Plus, Neil reviews the brand new Steam Controller and Matthew dives into the haunting world of Reanimal. 00:00 - Intro 03:41 - Grand Theft Auto VI Price Revealed 11:43 - Gaming Hardware Prices Continue to Skyrocket 15:58 - What's The Best Way to Get Into Video Games in 2026? 27:20 - Could Nintendo Be Positioned to Win With The Switch 2? 34:16 - Steam Controller Review 47:36 - Reanimal Review Listen to past episodes and follow us on your social network of choice at timekillerspod.com! DM us your questions, comments and hot takes and be a part of the show.
June 17 · 1 hr 10 min
Summer Game Fest Recap, Path of Exile II & Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred
Neil Rivera and Matthew Field recap Summer Game Fest, highlight their favorite announcements, and review the latest expansions for Diablo IV and Path of Exile II! 00:00 - Intro 02:29 - Vivarium 05:50 - Final Fantasy VII Revelation 11:05 - Into the Wind 14:02 - MR. RECORDS 17:01 - Clutch 20:48 - gen ATLAS 26:33 - Crossfire 34:25 - Final Thoughts on SGF 40:14 - Path of Exile II & Diablo IV Review Listen to past episodes and follow us on your social network of choice at timekillerspod.com! DM us your questions, comments and hot takes and be a part of the show.
June 5 · 1 hr 44 min
State of Play Recap, God of War: Laufey Reaction, 007 First Light Review
Neil and Matthew recap the latest State of Play and react to the reveals for God of War: Laufey, Until Dawn 2 and more. Plus, they earn the number in their 007 First Light review and break down their time racing the virtual streets of Japan in Forza Horizon 6. 02:26 - Marvel's Wolverine 07:11 - Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls 08:55 - Rayman Legends Retold 10:18 - Bancho the Chef 11:50 - Kemuri 14:22 - Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis 17:10 - The Lost Wild 19:41 - Phantom Blade 0 22:17 - No Rest For The Wicked 1.0 23:52 - Onimusha: Way of the Sword 29:28 - Silent Hill: Townfall 31:52 - Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve 33:57 - Stuntman: Hollywood 36:22 - ILL 38:45 - Control Resonant 40:43 - Marathon Nightfall 42:30 - Until Dawn 2 45:35 - God of War: Laufey 54:20 - No Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet? 57:08 - Thoughts on PlayStation's First Party Lineup? 1:00:06 - 007 First Light Review 1:24:45 - Forza Horizon 6 Review Listen to past episodes and follow us on your social network of choice at timekillerspod.com! DM us your questions, comments and hot takes and be a part of the show.
May 22 · 1 hr 18 min
Saros, Mixtape & Marathon Season 1 Recap
Neil Rivera and Matthew Field brave the brutal alien world of Carcosa in Saros, settle the "is Mixtape a game?" debate and recap the first season of Marathon. 02:09 - Saros Review 37:13 - Mixtape Review 56:01 - Marathon Season 1 Recap Listen to past episodes and follow us on your social network of choice at timekillerspod.com! DM us your questions, comments and hot takes and be a part of the show.
May 7 · 1 hr 5 min
MOUSE: P.I. for Hire, Aphelion, Titanium Court & Vampire Crawlers
Join Neil Rivera and Matthew Field as they solve mouse crimes in MOUSE: P.I. for Hire, survive a brutal alien planet in Aphelion, determine what exactly Titanium Court is and slay enemies by the dozen in Vampire Crawlers! 02:48 MOUSE: P.I. for Hire Review 16:33 Aphelion Review 34:05 Titanium Court Review 50:56 Vampire Crawlers Review Listen to past episodes and follow us on your social network of choice at timekillerspod.com! DM us your questions, comments and hot takes and be a part of the show.
April 22 · 1 hr 2 min
Pragmata & REPLACED
Neil Rivera & Matthew Field survive being stranded on the moon with a robotic child in Pragmata and having an AI take over their bodies in REPLACED! 01:56 Pragmata Review 37:09 REPLACED Review Listen to past episodes and follow us on your social network of choice at timekillerspod.com! DM us your questions, comments and hot takes and be a part of the show.
April 8 · 1 hr 12 min
Crimson Desert, Screamer & The Division Resurgence
Join Neil Rivera and Matthew Field as they journey through Pywell in their Crimson Desert review, survive the brutal car combat of Screamer and revisit post-apocalyptic New York on their phones in The Division Resurgence! 01:43 Crimson Desert Review 36:39 Screamer Review 56:15 The Division Resurgence Early Impressions Be a part of the show! Submit your questions, comments and hot takes at timekillerspod.com/ama. Follow us and listen to past episodes at timekillerspod.com.
March 19 · 1 hr 8 min
Resident Evil Requiem & Pokémon Pokopia
Neil Rivera and Matthew Field are joined by Bruce Burhans (@localalienparty.bsky.social) to review the two biggest releases in 2026 so far: Resident Evil Requiem and Pokémon Pokopia! 01:26 Resident Evil Requiem Review 35:54 Pokémon Pokopia Review Be a part of the show! Submit your questions, comments and hot takes at timekillerspod.com/ama. Follow us and listen to past episodes at timekillerspod.com.
February 27 · 1 hr 1 min
God of War Sons of Sparta, Relooted & Crisol: Theater of Idols
Neil Rivera and Matthew Field review the recently announced God of War Sons of Sparta, steal back South African artifacts in Relooted and use their blood to power their weapons in Crisol: Theater of Idols. 01:23 God of War: Sons of Sparta Review 20:57 Relooted Review 35:23 Crisol: Theater of Idols Review Be a part of the show! Submit your questions, comments and hot takes at timekillerspod.com/ama. Follow us and listen to past episodes at timekillerspod.com.
February 5 · 1 hr 4 min
Fallout Season 2 & Cairn
Join Neil Rivera and Matthew Field as they recap Season 2 of Fallout on Prime Video and discuss their time playing the mountain climbing survival sim Cairn. 01:19 Fallout Season 2 Review 26:34 Fallout Season 3 Predictions 40:14 Cairn Review Be a part of the show! Submit your questions, comments and hot takes at timekillerspod.com/ama. Follow us and listen to past episodes at timekillerspod.com.
January 29 · 1 hr 12 min
Xbox Developer Direct Recap, Highguard & Big Hops
Neil Rivera and Matthew Field recap the games shown off during the Xbox Developer Direct and predict their OpenCritic scores, plus give their thoughts on Highguard and Big Hops. 01:52 Xbox Developer Direct: Forza Horizon 6 09:19 Xbox Developer Direct: Beast of Reincarnation 17:25 Xbox Developer Direct: Kiln 23:45 Xbox Developer Direct: Fable 35:58 Highguard Review 01:01:14 Big Hops Review Be a part of the show! Submit your questions, comments and hot takes at timekillerspod.com/ama. Follow us and listen to past episodes at timekillerspod.com.
January 14 · 1 hr 15 min
2026 Gaming Preview, Wake Up Dead Man & The Running Man (2025)
Join Neil Rivera and Matthew Field as they preview the upcoming slate of 2026 video game releases and make bold predictions about the year ahead in gaming, plus review some high profile winter movie releases. Be a part of the show and submit your questions, comments and hot takes at timekillerspod.com/ama 02:15 Most Anticipated Games of 2026 18:06 GTA VI: Expectations & Impact on the Industry as a Whole 32:10 2026 Trends and Predictions 42:47 The Running Man (2025) Review 58:13 Wake Up Dead Man Review
Dec 27, 2025 · 1 hr 56 min
Top 10 Games of 2025 Special
Join Neil Rivera and Matthew Field as they count down their top 10 games of 2025, from little known indie games to the best from the AAA space. Plus, they reflect on 2025 as a whole and where the industry moves from here. 00:00 – Intro & Ranking Methodology 05:46 – Matthew #10: BALL X PIT 10:35 – Neil #10: Discounty 15:21 – Matthew #9: Many Nights a Whisper 21:14 – Neil #9: Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound 25:13 – Matthew #8: Assassin’s Creed Shadows 30:43 – Neil #8 & Matthew #7: Donkey Kong Banana 37:20 – Neil #7: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond 45:02 – The #6 Game: ARC Raiders (Neil & Matthew) 52:03 – Matthew #5: Sword of the Sea 56:07 – Neil #5 & Matthew #4: Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector 01:05:38 – Neil #4: Ghost of Yōtei 01:14:00 – Matthew #3: Kingdom Come: Deliverance II 01:23:04 – Neil #3 & Matthew #2: Death Stranding 2: On The Beach 01:31:09 – Neil #2: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 01:36:11 – Matthew’s Game of the Year: Double Fine’s Keeper 01:43:17 – Neil’s Game of the Year: Hades II 01:50:40 – Final Thoughts: 2025 Year in Review & Outro
Dec 11, 2025 · 59 min
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Silent Hill f & Game of the Year Preview
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Nov 26, 2025 · 1 hr 3 min
Dispatch, BALL x PIT & Xbox Partner Preview Recap
Neil Rivera and Matthew Field debate the ultra-popular superhero narrative game Dispatch, break balls in BALL x PIT and recap the latest Xbox Partner Preview and what it means for Xbox's looming competition over Valve's new line of Steam Machines.

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