Cooldown Time: Where Console Gamers Unplug
Cooldown Time is a no-BS gaming podcast where busy console gamers come to kick back and unplug. We break down the biggest headlines, hottest releases, and dumbest trends across PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo—with sharp takes and zero fluff. No console warring. No rage-baiting. No shilling. Just real takes for adult gamers with jobs, bills, and a little time left over to play video games.
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Episodes
Sunday Mar 05, 2023
Sunday Mar 05, 2023
Someone has to say it. Phil Spencer isn’t himself. Also, The creator of Final Fantasy XVI believes “JRPG” is a racist term. Do we agree? Plus, our takes on Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, Octopath Traveler II, and Elden Ring DLC.
Sunday Feb 26, 2023
Sunday Feb 26, 2023
Um… does Suicide Squad look awful? Or, is it just us? Also, huge news about the Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater remake. Plus, our thoughts on Atomic Heart, Sony’s State of Play, and more.
Monday Feb 20, 2023
Monday Feb 20, 2023
Microsoft said WHAT about Xbox Game Pass? Also, Are Like a Dragon: Ishin! and Hogwarts Legacy fire or flops? Plus, we’re revealing which great games we regret tearing to shreds.
Monday Feb 13, 2023
Monday Feb 13, 2023
So… Hogwarts Legacy. Let's discuss the game AND the controversy. Plus, our analysis of the Nintendo Direct — including The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Game Boy, Metroid Prime: Remastered, and more.
Monday Feb 06, 2023
Monday Feb 06, 2023
Our dreams of more Titanfall have finally been dashed. And what’s up with Gears of War 6? Plus, our takes on Redfall’s online requirement, E3 2023, and the 10 games we loved… until we didn’t.