Vidjagame Apocalypse

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Videogame-industry veterans Mikel Reparaz and Anne Lewis rally their colleagues for weekly discussions about games, the industry, and the circus of egos and information that surrounds it all.

Recent Episodes
  • Thanks for the Memory Sequences - Vidjagame Apocalypse 629
    May 30, 2025 – 02:05:42
  • Re-Boot to the Head - Vidjagame Apocalypse 628
    May 23, 2025 – 02:06:48
  • Heroic Deaths - Vidjagame Apocalypse 627
    May 16, 2025 – 03:15:29
  • Swarm Attack with Tony Wilson - Vidjagame Apocalypse 626
    May 9, 2025 – 02:47:07
  • Bad-Guy Teams with TL Foster - Vidjagame Apocalypse 625
    May 2, 2025 – 02:49:19
  • Shadow Drop with merritt k and Anthony Abatte - Vidjagame Apocalypse 624
    Apr 25, 2025 – 02:12:30
  • View Askew Actors in Games with Dave Rudden - Vidjagame Apocalypse 623
    Apr 19, 2025 – 02:40:13
  • Southern Gothic - Vidjagame Apocalypse 622
    Apr 12, 2025 – 03:32:46
  • Terrible Versions of Classic Games - Vidjagame Apocalypse 621
    Apr 4, 2025 – 02:49:46
  • Clothes Make the Character - Vidjagame Apocalypse 620
    Mar 28, 2025 – 03:14:07
  • Games Set (But Not Made) In Japan - Vidjagame Apocalypse 619
    Mar 21, 2025 – 03:22:15
  • Not-Quite-Marios - Vidjagame Apocalypse 618
    Mar 14, 2025 – 02:37:25
  • Patent-Protected Features - Vidjagame Apocalypse 617
    Mar 7, 2025 – 02:36:36
  • Problematic Stars - Vidjagame Apocalypse 616
    Mar 1, 2025 – 02:24:54
  • Spiritual Successors (By the Original Creators) - Vidjagame Apocalypse 615
    Feb 21, 2025 – 02:56:01
  • Get the Cables! with Welcome to the Thing - Vidjagame Apocalypse 614
    Feb 15, 2025 – 03:24:47
  • Clap if You Believe in Heroes with TL Foster - Vidjagame Apocalypse 613
    Feb 7, 2025 – 02:52:19
  • Angriest Heroes with Jesse Cox - Vidjagame Apocalypse 612
    Jan 31, 2025 – 02:10:07
  • Origins Oranges Oregons - Vidjagame Apocalypse 611
    Jan 25, 2025 – 02:31:16
  • Famous Dates - Vidjagame Apocalypse 610
    Jan 17, 2025 – 02:35:44
  • Gaming's Biggest Tech Leaps - Vidjagame Apocalypse 609
    Jan 10, 2025 – 02:33:04
  • 2025's Most Anticipated Games - Vidjagame Apoclaypse 608
    Jan 3, 2025 – 02:13:25
  • Our Top 10 Games of 2024 (Part 2) - Vidjagame Apocalypse 607
    Dec 27, 2024 – 02:25:50
  • Our Top 10 Games of 2024 (Part 1) - Vidjagame Apocalypse 606
    Dec 20, 2024 – 02:12:10
  • 2024's Best Remakes and Remasters - Vidjagame Apocalypse 605
    Dec 13, 2024 – 02:52:07
  • 2024's Best DLC - Vidjagame Apocalypse 604
    Dec 7, 2024 – 02:42:36
  • Spinoffs That Went Nowhere - Vidjagame Apocalypse 603
    Nov 30, 2024 – 02:33:43
  • Bruce Lee-Alikes - Vidjagame Apocalypse 602
    Nov 22, 2024 – 02:32:17
  • Bring Down the House - Vidjagame Apocalypse 601
    Nov 15, 2024 – 02:25:11
  • The Top 6 Top 5s - Vidjagame Apocalypse 600
    Nov 8, 2024 – 03:31:14
  • Ghost Hunt - Vidjagame Apocalypse 599
    Nov 1, 2024 – 02:39:10
  • Forgotten RE-poffs - Vidjagame Apocalypse 598
    Oct 25, 2024 – 02:27:41
  • Zombiesploitation! - Vidjagame Apocalypse 597
    Oct 18, 2024 – 02:40:19
  • Horror Movies Based on Horror Games - Vidjagame Apocalypse 596
    Oct 12, 2024 – 02:40:30
  • Haunted Cartridge - Vidjagame Apocalypse 595
    Oct 4, 2024 – 03:05:15
  • Current Events - Vidjagame Apocalypse 594
    Sep 27, 2024 – 01:43:06
  • Spin-Off Stars - Vidjagame Apocalypse 593
    Sep 20, 2024 – 02:16:35
  • Dreamcast (Accessories) at 25 - Vidjagame Apocalypse 592
    Sep 13, 2024 – 02:52:26
  • We Have Gears of War at Home - Vidjagame Apocalypse 591
    Sep 8, 2024 – 02:50:09
  • Star Wars Heroes Created for Games - Vidjagame Apocalypse 590
    Aug 30, 2024 – 02:46:57
  • Damn the Gods - Vidjagame Apocalypse 589
    Aug 23, 2024 – 02:25:29
  • Game Movies That Bombed Big - Vidjagame Apocalypse 588
    Aug 16, 2024 – 02:28:45
  • Magazine Memoriam - Vidjagame Apocalypse 587
    Aug 9, 2024 – 02:57:31
  • Topical Deadpool Episode - Vidjagame Apocalypse 586
    Aug 2, 2024 – 02:25:36
  • Eye of the Tornado - Vidjagame Apocalypse 585
    Jul 26, 2024 – 02:38:48
  • Dormant Sports Games Due for a Comeback - Vidjagame Apocalypse 584
    Jul 19, 2024 – 03:12:36
  • Parody Games - Vidjagame Apocalypse 583
    Jul 12, 2024 – 02:08:42
  • You're a Shark - Vidjagame Apocalypse 582
    Jul 5, 2024 – 01:56:20
  • 2024's Best Games (So Far) - Vidjagame Apocalypse 581
    Jun 28, 2024 – 02:46:10
  • Helfpul Creeps - Vidjagame Apocalypse 580
    Jun 21, 2024 – 02:26:33
Recent Reviews
  • Turtlebot1313
    RIP TO VIDEO GAME BOY.
    RIP Mikel Reparaz. I’m still gonna listen to every episode for the rest of time. But I’ll feel different for a bit. I believe in the other boys. Whatever their names are….. chimp and bobo I think? Whatever.
  • Flamdingo
    Don’t give money to people who hate you.
    If I have to, like, hear TL Foster, like, say “like” one more time, I might, like, scream!
  • DevonDale20XX
    Love this show
    I’ve listened for years. Matt, Chris & Mikal are lots of fun to listen to and they always have excellent guests. I’ve given loads of retro games a chance that I heard the hosts go on about and piqued my interest. Check ‘em out
  • Wideangle
    Best station in the Capitol Wasteland!
    Antista stays or the 5 star rating gets it!!!
  • bahhma
    The best game podcast out there.
    This podcast has undoubtedly become my all-time favorite. I eagerly wait for each episode to drop and often find myself refreshing the page repeatedly, just to get the latest content as soon as it’s available. The hosts are fantastic—three main voices complemented by a rotating guest from a circle of friends. The chemistry among Matt, Chris, and Mikel is authentic, with a perfect blend of comedic timing. Each host brings valuable industry experience to the table, yet the show remains independent, which allows for captivating and original stories. I cannot recommend this show highly enough!
  • Dolein2004
    The GOAT
    My week is not complete if I don’t hear Matt, Chris, and Mikel talk about the latest games, getting all up in my mom’s guts, and being my step-dads.
  • Nightfall UT
    The Best
    This is my favorite video game podcast. Thanks for all you do guys.
  • VanlikeAmovin
    Enjoyable, rad video game coverage
    I’ve been a listener for a long time and this is still my favorite podcast! Timely news, interesting top fives, and hilarious hosts from real game industries veterans.
  • ChuxBuster
    Tell your friends!
    Fun topics every week.
  • theblandyman
    Ready to guest host.
    One of my favorite podcasts. Been listening for 5+ years. Love Matt and Mikel and Chris. Chris is recording too late but I love him. You definitely feel part of the group as there’s no ugly egos on display. Looking forward to hundreds if not thousands more episodes. Also I have time for a guest spot coming up so just let me know guys 😘
  • guy who has a small complaint
    Yes
    Yes
  • Turbocarbon WiiU
    Laser time is gold
    Antista is very funny and relatable, Mikey is great live his parent views , Mikel is the glue that holds everything together. I pay for two things to listen too this and Howard stern on Sirius. Laser time has been giving me more entertainment value, I get absolutely lost in these shows they are very good. I like 30 /20/10 too .
  • Dbatarse
    Best videogame podcast on itunes!
    As a gaming podcast its awesome. Just less politics please it will always alienate half of your audience.
  • Xari$
    Solid
    Cringe political humor drags down an otherwise thoughtful/informative show.
  • raddad2019
    The best
    Vidjagame podcast ever
  • celticjennifer76
    These gentlemen are funny.
    I listen every week. I am a lady gamer and I appreciate these guys. Even if they are discussing a game I have no desire to play, I like hearing them. The chemistry between hosts leads to charming and funny banter. There is no obnoxious dudebro boys club going on here. When lady guests are on it feels authentic and not token.
  • Raider of the Lost Pod
    Good Times
    Love this show and the people who make it! Lots of great discussions and reminiscing about vidjagames.
  • Hal M.
    Unimpeachable excellence
    This is the best show ever. A raccoon told me to say this, therefore you can trust me.
  • Daniel Bomberger
    Bad
    Used to be good. Then they brought in matt Allen. Now, not good.
  • WHMHT
    Top 5s make this show
    The weekly “Top 5” segments make this stand out from other video game podcasts. After so many shows it might have grown tired and gimmicky, but with the hosts keep finding creative new themes to build ranks out of. Look forward to it every week.
  • Sneaky Gopher
    My Favorite Gaming Podcast for a Decade
    Been following them since 2008 and don’t see going anywhere else honestly. They got me through my 20’s and now they’re getting me through the pandemic into my 30’s. Love you guys.
  • markdelete
    Top 5 Podcast About Videogames.
    I really like this show for the hosts, that I was already a fan of, as I am in the same age bracket
  • Seroniax
    Volume Changes
    I think the podcast is great. It’s a lot of fun. The only reason I’m rating it a 4 and not a 5 is because the ads, clips and sound effects are significantly louder than the normal talking volume. Sometimes it makes me jump when they put in a clip or sound effect. I turn it down, but then I have to turn it back up again. I have only been listening since July and some episodes are better than others for some reason.
  • Misterralls
    Most likeable video game podcast hosts
    It’s always an entertaining listen and each one of the hosts is likeable in the way where if feels like you and your friends are each having a fun informative decision about video games each week.
  • Braijin the Gaijin
    Just great
    Come for the top fives stay for the news! It’s an all in one video game magazine that you can listen to and I never miss a week.
  • jcm0702
    The best video game podcast I’ve ever heard
    Very funny and fun to listen to. It is also a good way to hear about video game related news and new releases. A great addition to the Laser Time network and no other video game podcasts can compare. Really love the host Mikel and the usual co-hosts Chris and Matt, plus their guest. Just really great.
  • Millenial Philosopher
    Is this a show about video games or...
    Chris’ obsession and hatred for Trump, conservatives, his fellow men, his fellow whites and anyone right of socialist? Because I can’t tell. I want video games not an adult man child crying about the president. Sorry to get political but I’ll get political. Eff you
  • Not an App person normally
    My favorite video game podcast
    Mikel, Matty, and Chris are always a delight to listen to but lately the shows have been especially engaging as they bring up the relevance games have to wider world events. They’re all really passionate about the field and spotlight all sorts of interesting titles on the top 5 lists that I personally missed so there’s always something new to hear about even beyond the news elements. They’re excellent commentators and really delve into stuff in interesting ways
  • 8bitforever
    Best Videogame Podcast
    Anything Lasertime related is always entertaining. The hosts all have backgrounds in video game journalism and the industry so they have great insight and even better senses of humor.
  • Head of Krampus
    Chris Antista Ruins It
    I’ve been listening for a few months now and I realized today that I just can’t do it any longer. Chris Antista is such a loudmouth bully that he singlehandedly has ruined the show for me. He seems to have this need to make outrageous angry statements and create arguments for no reason. I feel bad for the rest of the hosts.
  • Playskool2004
    Very Entertaining!!
    I have been a listener for a long but don't have Apple products, so i had to dust of the ol' computer tower and boot up the Dell to write this review. Anyway, I love this podcast and will continue to be a supporter of the whole network
  • moregamesplease123
    Best video game podcast on the internet
    Always entertaining, countdowns every week is a great format. Plus news and more. Really funny hosts, not annoying like many who lean into the nerd shtick.
  • Snappiness1234
    Best podcast ever
    I give this podcast 5/5 stars because they let me come on as a guest once in a while. :)
  • HOJOO
    It good
    It good. I miss Ann and Tyler. Thanks for bringing the show back Michael
  • XyZer0
    A Really Great Show
    I happened upon this show by chance really early on (ep 2 or 3?) when I was looking for more videogame podcasts to listen to, and though I've fallen off all the rest, this one continues to be one of my absolute favorite podcasts period. The hosts are always great and the show is positive, done by people who love playing video games and are incredibly knowledgable. I'm not great at reviewing, but I wanted to share a score and just a few thoughts about a thing I love relentlessly. Even when I get too busy and miss several episodes, I always go back and listen to what I missed, because even when the news and new releases aren't AS relevant to me, I always want to hear their thoughts on the matter(s). TLDR: if you want a well-crafted videogame podcast run by people who know games and the industry, that is overall positive and won't drag down your mood, this is 100% the show for you.
  • Fitlk
    funny nerd show
    funny video game people spend too much to live in san fran
  • RetroNautsSuperFan
    Get rid of Chris
    Chris Antista is annoying and thinks he’s funnier than he is.
  • DavesNotHereMan2
    Listen to the first half
    The top fives are well thought out and interesting, the rest is angry video game bros.
  • davidjfunk
    I love the Laser Time Network!
    I love everything about the shows on the Laser Time Network. The cast is highly-entertaining, insightful, and actually has made me care more about things I didn't know I even cared about. I wouldn't call myself a Nightmare on Elm Street fan, but I find their An Elm Street Nightmare podcast riveting, without even having any context. Good shows all the way around.
  • Seannery25
    A Must for People with Ears
    Sorry deaf people.
  • GumbyX
    Only gaming podcast I still listen to
    This is the only gaming podcast I listen to anymore. Mikel and the Laser Time crew always put together great episodes. Even with the news being out of date on older epsiodes, I still like listening to them for the Top 5s
  • Cubbielovr
    A++-+
    Love it. Highly recommended
  • Bonejangles13
    My favorite show to listen to at work.
    I feel like I'm with a group of friends discussing games whenever I listen to the podcast. It certainly helps kill the boredom.
  • BBcomics
    Love this pod
    Don't always agree but love to listen the LaserTime crew is unstoppable, hilarious and a must listen
  • brunomansilla
    Sometimes smart, but not worth the pain
    The show sometimes has some legitimate clever/funny moments and opinions about games and pop culture, but it is a chore to listen to its (very loud) cohost, burping and cursing to get there. Sprinkle that with (sometimes uninformed) political commentary and drugs references you get this show.
  • travisfarmert
    Use to be good
    I use to love this show so much but Chris's immature rants on politics and everything else he have ruined it for me. Dave and Michael are awesome but they can't cancel out the annoyance of Chris anymore.
  • Captain Matt Sparrow
    The Apocalypse Cometh
    Great podcast from a fun group of people that really know their stuff when it comes to games. There are lots of video game podcasts out there, but none more entertaining than VGA.
  • JasonBog
    Alfred Chicken sez: "Watch out for the watering can and listen to this great podcast!"
    I've been subscribed to Laser Time's Patreon for many months now and love all the content they make. An excellent vidja game focused one, this is.
  • TFTS
    200 QUALITY Episodes!!!
    Mikel Raparez and the Lazer Time network come up with the BEST top 5 lists every week to discuss nuance and minutia in video games in a thoroughly entertaining way that always gets me laughing ever episode. Thanks for the hours of entertainment this past year and I'm a guaranteed to listen to every episode from here until the end of the internet. Happy 200th Episode!!!
  • Cosmic Monster
    Amazing podcast!
    I love everything about this podcast.
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