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Cosmic Crit: A Starfinder Actual Play Podcast

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Cosmic Crit is a weekly Actual Play podcast centered on the new Starfinder RPG from Paizo. Listen to the shenanigans as a seasoned GM, a couple of noobs, and some RPG veterans explore the galaxy and fight monsters on behalf of the Starfinder Society. It's a little roleplay, a lot of natural 20s (we hope), and plenty of fun.
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Episodes

S5 | 355: Moon: Prophecy

As two paths diverge across space and shadow, one crewmate is called to confront something beyond the veil—while the others must decide what to do with what he brings back. With ancient forces stirring and strange tremors rocking New Golarion, the crew splits their focus between cosmic threats and planetary warnings. Beneath the surface of the Isle of Kortos, something is waiting... and it’s closer than anyone expected.

Jul 07, 20250

S5 | 354: Moon, Part 2

Thrown headfirst into a desperate battle against the relentless Swarm, the crew must fight not just for survival—but for the secrets buried deep within the hive. As the fight rages on, every choice could mean the difference between victory and annihilation.

Jun 30, 20250

S5 | 353: Moon, Part 1

A wrecked dreadnought. A missing enemy. And something waiting in the crater below. As the crew ventures deeper into the ruins of the Golden Key, unlikely allies emerge—and the shadows they thought they’d escaped prove harder to outrun.

Jun 23, 20250

S5 | 352: Fire in the Skye

The crew descends into the wreckage of the Golden Key in search of answers—and survivors. But the deeper they go, the stranger things become, as old threats vanish, new allies emerge, and something waits in the crater below… watching.

Jun 16, 20250

S5 | 351: Sailor’s Moon Crystals

As one team searches the moon for the elusive Speaker Krulveth, another prepares Golarion for the battles to come. Among the ruins of a lost ship, a grim discovery is made—but there’s no time to mourn, as deadly foes strike from the shadows. Good thing our heroes brought the crits! 🌕🚀⚔️💥

Jun 09, 20250

S5 | 350: Scatman on a Hot Tin Roof

The battle may be over, but the shadows haven’t lifted yet. As the cult fleet retreats, a chase begins—leading our crew to the moon’s dark side, where whispering crystals hide dangerous secrets. One wrong move, and something from beyond the stars is ready to strike... 🌑🌀🔮👾

Jun 02, 20250

S5 | 349: Starship to the Unknown

Secrets of the past collide with a battle for the future as an ancient evil is unmasked—and a deadly armada descends. The crew takes to the stars aboard the Peridot Peregrine to challenge the mighty Fated Harvest, but the fight has only just begun. All thrusters forward—we're diving back into the fray! 🚀💥👑🛸

May 26, 20250

Starfinder 2E Playtest | Tyler in the Captain’s Chair, Part 2

Picking up where they left off, Part 2 finds the Crit Crew trapped and under pressure as they try to survive long enough to complete their mission. With enemy forces closing in and no help on the way, the team must rely on quick thinking, new tactics, and a bit of luck to make it out alive.

May 19, 20250

Starfinder 2E Playtest | Tyler in the Captain’s Chair, Part 1

In this exciting installment, Tyler takes the helm as Game Master, guiding the crew through the uncharted territories of the Starfinder 2nd Edition playtest. The team embarks on a thrilling adventure filled with unexpected twists, showcasing new mechanics and character dynamics that promise to redefine their interstellar escapades.

May 12, 20250

S5 | 348: The End of the Pronking World

As the threat of the Culling Shadow grows, the crew splits up to lend a hand across New Golarion. From blighted crops to broken ships to unrest in the shelters, there’s no shortage of trouble—and no time to waste. But just as things settle down, a new call for help comes through... 🌒🌾🔧📞

May 05, 20250

S5 | 347: God of War Council

As tensions rise and the shadow of war looms, our heroes prepare for the fight of their lives. An ominous star appears overhead, alliances are forged, and a few unexpected gifts might just tip the balance. Will it be enough to face what’s coming? 🌟⚔️🛡️🎁

Apr 28, 20250

S5 | 346: Assassination Meeting Room

Tensions boil over aboard the Third Blade as a shadowy sniper takes aim and chaos erupts in the negotiation chamber. With enemies closing in and alliances shifting, the crew must decide who they can trust—and what price they're willing to pay for protection. Not everyone walks away unscathed… 💥🎯❄️

Apr 21, 20250

S5 | 345: Antlered-Man and the Wasp

After surviving a chilling encounter in the frozen wilds of New Golarion, the crew is summoned aboard the Third Blade for high-stakes negotiations. A bold demand is made, threatening to shift the balance of power across the system. The future of the colony hangs in the balance… ❄️🛡️🚀

Apr 14, 20250

S5 | 344: Diplomacy’s Day Parade

Diplomacy won the day, but trouble looms in the frozen north. A buried relic, a Vesk on the hunt, and monstrous horns in the night—what have they stumbled into? ❄️🦒🔥

Apr 07, 20250

S5 | 343: A Kaboom with a View

A deadly countdown, a last-second defusal, and a shuttle reduced to rubble. But who was the Draelik pulling the strings? The crew is about to find out… 💥🚀

Mar 31, 20250

S5 | 342: Shuttle Hawk Down

A call for unity brings the crew to a Temple of Triune, where 18 of the original 19 androids have gathered—searching for the last to complete their connection. Their quest leads the team east of Veridian Colony on a rescue mission, but instead of salvation, they find a standoff. Draeliks emerge from the shadows, weapons drawn, demanding the Necropositrine Ray. Will diplomacy prevail, or is another battle inevitable? Tune in to find out! ⚙️🤖🔫

Mar 24, 20250

S5 | 341: The Happiest Place on Golarion

Fresh off a daring rescue, the crew receives an invitation to Golarion-World for some much-needed R&R. But the theme park fun takes a dark turn when an unexpected attacker strikes near the fountain, revealing a dangerous connection to the Culling Shadow. After a fierce battle, the team regroups—with a strange new delicacy on the menu. What other surprises lurk in the park? Tune in to find out! 🎡🎭🌭

Mar 17, 20250

S5 | 340: In Living Color Out of Space

Drawn deeper into the tunnels beneath Weydana-3’s south pole, the crew finds themselves surrounded by ancient abjuration runes and eerie, repeating patterns in the stonework. A cry for help leads to the first of the missing Starfinders—but before they can celebrate, Praedir stumbles upon something far more unsettling. A shifting, otherworldly entity lurks in the darkness… and it’s hungry. What horrors await in the depths? Tune in to find out! 🌀🔮👁️

Mar 10, 20250

S5 | 339: Not Another Turbo Teen Movie

With Redacted’s nemesis in their hands, the crew braces for another shock—there’s still a mole among them! The source? Closer than they ever expected. But before they can act, Praedir drops a revelation of his own, reshaping everything they thought they knew. As the team ventures to the volcanic wastes of Weydana-3’s south pole, an unseen force grips their ship, and ancient runes hint at a deeper mystery buried within the planet itself. What lies beneath? Tune in to find out! 🔥🛸🔮

Mar 03, 20250

S5 | 338: Lobby’s World

Aspus operatives come demanding the Necropositrine Ray, but the crew isn't handing it over without a fight. After taking them down, a familiar voice from the past—Xantos Loachwurt—offers answers. The source of the leak is finally revealed, and it’s someone closer than hoped. What will this revelation mean for the team? Tune in to find out! 🔫👽🕵️

Feb 24, 20250

S5 | 337: Celestine Hunger Force

Praedir uncovers a buried truth but keeps it close, even as the crew steps into the wealth and intrigue of Zenniledie Company. A reunion offers Zillex a cure, but at what cost? Meanwhile, high-stakes diplomacy puts deadly weapons on the table—and hidden leaks in the shadows. What deals will be struck, and what truths will remain hidden? Tune in to find out! 💰⚖️🔦

Feb 17, 20250

S5 | 336: Skrellraiser

Aboard the Forlorn, the crew clashes with Captain Bedymm and his Draelik crew in a brutal firefight. A devastating Solarian supernova leaves Praedir down, but the danger isn’t over—something sinister lurks in the aftermath, stealing more than just lives. What unseen force is preying on their minds? Tune in to find out! 🔥🚀🧠

Feb 10, 20250

S5 | 335: Forlorn Eye Only

With a ghostly family finally laid to rest, the crew turns their attention to a dire warning and a scientist’s lost research. Following the trail to the Forlorn, they find themselves face-to-face with a chilling experiment—one that ends in sudden death. What dark forces are at play? Tune in to uncover the truth! 👻🚀🔬

Feb 03, 20250

S5 | 334: Come on Eileelineem

The team ventures deeper into the Marixah bunker, uncovering a haunted past. A vengeful ghost with a familiar face unleashes a chilling assault, leaving the crew shaken but determined. What secrets lie ahead in the shadows of the library? Tune in to find out! 👻📚

Jan 27, 20250

S5 | 333: The Kerst Omen

Dusty secrets emerge as the crew delves into the hidden level of the Marixah facility. A ghostly matriarch claims a shocking connection to Praedir, and cybernetic golems guard a deadly secret in the tech lab. Can the team piece together the past while surviving the present? Don’t miss the action-packed revelations! 💀🤖

Jan 20, 20250

S5 | 332: The Real Ghost-Bunkers

Praedir returns with apocalyptic warnings, just as troubling news comes from the Marixah facility. A missing team, a mysterious hallway, and an unexpected foe—what dark truths await in the shadows? Tune in for cryptic visions and chilling surprises! 💀✨

Jan 13, 20250

S5 | 331: Grime and Punishment

Horizons of the Vast, Episode 69 A vision of apocalypse shakes the team as Praedir returns to life with dire warnings of Golarion’s fate. Meanwhile, the Culling Shadow begins to stir, and a mysterious new hallway appears in the Marixah facility. But when a reconnaissance team vanishes—including the charming elf Thistle—the crew is left with more questions than answers. Their investigation takes a grim turn...

Jan 06, 20250

Critmas Special 2024: Lasers and Feelings, Part 2

The Cosmic Crit crew takes on a free, one-page TTRPG called Lasers and Feelings, created by John Harper and inspired by the music of The Doubleclicks. Warning: A few of us may have gotten into the egg nog.

Dec 30, 20240

Critmas Special 2024: Lasers and Feelings, Part 1

The Cosmic Crit crew takes on a one-page TTRPG called Lasers and Feelings, created by John Harper and inspired by the music of The Doubleclicks. Warning: A few of us may have gotten into the egg nog.

Dec 23, 20240

S5 | 330: Brood Awakening

This week on Cosmic Crit, we return to the battle-hardened heroes of Season 3’s Attack of the Swarm! The Swarm God-Host, spared at the end of their campaign, has risen anew to threaten the galaxy. Can the team finally put an end to this cosmic menace, or will their past decision doom them all?

Dec 16, 20240
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