Level 857 Video Game Podcast

We dive into the most anticipated games that were canceled before release—and share which upcoming titles feel like they're heading down the same road. We also react to the latest gaming news and talk about the games we've been playing lately. Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-367: The Best Canceled Games We Were Hyped For! 00:00 - Intro 02:15 - Games Played Discussion - Helldivers 2 08:51 - Choc played Tales of Kenzera: ZAU 12:36 - Turb played Mario Kart World, Street Fighter 6 14:44 - Stikz played Shadow of Mordor 18:02 - Stal played Sifu, Star Wars Jedi Survivor 32:04 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Heavy Burger 37:29 - Games Inbox: Has Xbox become irrelevant this generation? 46:31 - Microsoft Exec Tells Devs Laid Off Because Of AI To Ask It For Job Advice 49:21 - “Joke Of A Company”: Xbox Fans Are Canceling Game Pass Subscriptions In Protest After Mass Layoffs and Game Cancellations 1:01:40 - Switch 2 is a massive hit. So where’s all the conversation about it? 1:11:00 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:15:50 - The Best Canceled Games We Were Hyped For! If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

In this episode, we shout out the most consistent, dependable, and trusted game developers in the industry! Whether they've been crushing it for decades or recently earned our respect, we’re breaking down who’s earned our loyalty! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-366: We Name Our Favorite, Most The Reliable Game Developers! 00:00 - Intro 01:44 - Games Played Discussion -Helldivers 2, Wizards of Legends 2 09:34 - Choc played Tekken 8 13:03 - Turb played Neo The World Ends With You 15:45 - Stikz played Mario Kart World 20:31 - Stal played Sifu 33:48 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Super Bloody Hockey 36:45 - Everyone Starring in the Upcoming ‘Street Fighter’ Reboot 46:07 - Resident Evil Requiem was almost live service, but Capcom realized we'd hate it 49:36 - Mario Kart World patch defies the way players want to race online 53:20 - Xbox announces next-gen AMD deal, says future devices ‘won’t be tied to a single store’ 57:08 - Perfect Dark Reboot Canceled and Xbox Developer The Initiative Closed as Part of Devastating Microsoft Layoffs 1:05:12 - Break: Patreon/Fourthwall/Game Giveaway Reminder 1:07:47 - We Talk The Most Reliable Game Developers 2:18:51 - Giveaway Winner Announcement If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

We’re ranking the most recognizable faces in gaming history with The First Party Mascot Tier List. From legendary icons to characters that never earned their stripes… it’s time to settle the debate! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-365: Our Ultimate First Party Mascot Ranked Tier List 00:00 - Intro 02:53 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Mega Man 2.5D 08:09 - The Ultimate First Party Mascot Ranked Tier List If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

We dive into a brutally honest discussion on games that just didn’t stand the test of time — from beloved classics to cringe-worthy replays. We also react to the latest gaming news and share what we’ve been playing lately. Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-364 - From Classic to Cringe: Games That Haven't Aged Well 00:00 - Intro 01:39 - Games Played Discussion - Mario Kart World 07:40 - Al played Cyber Shadow 13:20 - Choc played Street Fighter 6 24:48 - Stikz played Shadow of Mordor 33:17 - Stal played Assassin's Creed Mirage 44:57 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Wulverblade 48:45 - Warner Bros. Games Restructuring to Focus on Harry Potter, Mortal Kombat, and DC Franchises 58:10 - As Stellar Blade Hits 3 Million Copies Sold, Dev Says Sequel Will Have the 'Rich' Narrative 1:04:42 - Nintendo Switch 2 hackers say they’re already getting banned 1:10:03 - Donkey Kong Bananza direct! 1:20:04 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:25:07 - From Classic to Cringe: Games That Haven't Aged Well If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

We break down every major announcement, awkward moment, and surprise reveal to decide if Summer Game Fest 2025 lived up to the hype or flopped! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-363: Was Summer Game Fest 2025 a Win or a Waste? 00:00 - Intro 01:53 - Games Played Discussion - Mario Kart World 07:32 - Choc played Smash Ultimate, Street Fighter 6, Guilty Gear Strive 17:08 - Turb played Zelda Breath of the Wild Switch 2, Jedi Power Battles, Street Fighter 6 Switch 2 24:49 - Stal played Assassin’s Creed Mirage 32:48- Stikz played Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 36:55 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Nine Parchments 41:36 - Did The Xbox Games Showcase Deliver? 1:27:41 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:30:54 - Did The Summer Game Fest Deliver? If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

We take a look back at the Nintendo Switch and reflect on how this hybrid console stole the spotlight with its innovations, unforgettable exclusives, and impact on gaming as a whole while also diving into the latest news and what we’ve been playing lately. Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-362: We Say Farewell To The Groundbreaking Nintendo Switch! 00:00 - Intro 02:18 - Games Played Discussion - Shadow of the Ninja reborn, Multiversus Maniac 08:32 - Choc played Guilty Gear Strive, Marvel Rivals 14:05 - Turb played Advance Wars 1&2 Reboot Camp 19:43 - Stikz played Claire Obscure Project 33, Shadow of Mordor 29:30 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Aegis Defender 35:42 - Video Game Consoles Are Dead https://aftermath.site/switch-2-xbox-playstation-exclusivity?utm_source=flipboard&utm_content=topic/nintendoswitch 49:56 - Ubisoft Just Dropped An Image of Splinter Cell Star Sam Fisher With No Context — What Does it Mean? https://ign.com/articles/ubisoft-just-dropped-an-image-of-splinter-cell-star-sam-fisher-with-no-context-what-does-it-mean 55:23 - MultiVersus Players Say Goodbye: 'This Game Will Always Hold a Special Place in My Heart' https://ign.com/articles/multiversus-players-say-goodbye-this-game-will-always-hold-a-special-place-in-my-heart 1:01:02 - Nintendo: Please don’t remove film layer from Nintendo Switch 2 screen https://mynintendonews.com/2025/06/01/nintendo-please-dont-remove-film-layer-from-nintendo-switch-2-screen/ 1:02:31 - PlayStation State of Play June 2025: Everything Announced https://www.ign.com/articles/playstation-state-of-play-june-2025-everything-announced 1:40:33 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:45:43 - Nintendo Switch: The Console That Stole the Show If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

In this episode, we rank every live-action video game movie released between 1993 and 2010! From cult classics to cinematic disasters, we break them all down and place them where they truly belong. Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-361: Ranking Every Video Game Movie from 1993–2010! 00:00 - Intro 03:40 - Ranking Every Video Game Movie from 1993–2010! If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD (5) Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/WHauNxQAM5 ...and follow us on: Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/level857 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/level857games Twitter: https://twitter.com/level857 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/level857 Want audio only? https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 Join us online! Gamertags Kevin Nintendo Acct: Turbo857 friend code: SW-8516-4660-1978 Xbox Live: Turbo857 PSN: Tur-bo857 Jason Nintendo Acct: Stikz Xbox Live: Stikz PSN: Stikz857 Eric Nintendo Acct: 23rdStal Xbox Live: The23rdStallion PSN: Stal23rd Al Nintendo Account: alg857 Xbox Live: ALG 857 PSN: Alg857 Steam: ALG857 Eric Nintendo Acct: BigChoco friend code: SW-3149-1279-5502 Xbox Live: BigChoco PSN: BigChoco857 #TierList #VideoGamePodcast #level857 #podcast #gaming #videopodcast #podcastinglife #podcaster #gamingpodcast #videogamepodcast #discussiontopics #podcastshow #videogamemovies

We share our thoughts on the Nintendo Switch 2 and break down exactly what has us hyped... and what has us raising eyebrows! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-360: What We Love And Hate About The Switch 2! 00:00 - Intro 03:55 - Games Played Discussion - Shadow of the Ninja Reborn, Gal Guardians Servants of the Dark 17:10 - Al played Doom: The Dark Ages 22:15 - Choc played Marvel Rivals, Guilty Gear Strive 29:29 - Turb played WarGroove 2 36:07 - Stikz played Rescue Rangers, Clair Obscure 33 42:33 - Stal played Assassin’s Creed Mirage 52:14 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Guns, Gore & Cannoli 1&2 57:30 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:01:20 - What We Love And Hate About The Switch 2! If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

Is the rising cost of gaming pushing players away? We break down the price hike trends across consoles, games, subscriptions, and accessories and debate whether the gaming experience still justifies the price tag. We also react to the latest gaming news and share what we’ve been playing recently! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-359: Is Gaming Too Expensive Now? 00:00 - Intro 02:30 - Games Played Discussion - Anima Flux, Marvel Rivals, A Way Out, Multiversus 22:41 - Al played Gorri Cuddly Carnage, Kaiborg 30:41 - Choc played Fatal Fury City of the Wolves, Smash Ultimate, Street Fighter 6 38:04 - Turb played Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Future Redeemed 42:40 - Stikz played Claire Obscur: Expedition 33 49:57 - Stal played Assassin's Creed Mirage 57:10 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Snipperclips 1:00:10 - Break: Patreon/Fourthwall/Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:03:57 - PS Plus, Xbox Game Pass Are Not the Future of Gaming, Says US Analyst 1:12:38 - Helldivers 2 CEO Says You'll 'Sh*t Your Pants' Over What's Coming Down the Pipe 1:18:39 - Ubisoft Drops Heavy Hints Of A Prince Of Persia: The Lost Crown Sequel 1:23:37 - We Shouldn't Be Surprised GTA 6 Was Delayed, Rockstar Has a Long History of Doing Just That 1:35:25 - Upcoming Virtua Fighter Project Reveals Classic Character Redesign 1:39:29 - Is Gaming Too Expensive Now? If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

Hakio, Game Director of the fan project MultiVersus Infinite, joins us as we dive deep into how the team plans to revive and build upon the MultiVersus experience and why fans of platform fighters should be excited! Get ready for a breakdown of the gameplay updates, community-driven changes, and what makes this project so special! If you’re a MultiVersus fan or love competitive platform fighters, this is a project you’ll want to keep your eyes on and an episode you won't wanna miss! To stay updated with the latest developments on Multiversus Infinite, check out the links below: 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/MVSInfinite 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mvs_infinite/ 💬 Discord: https://discord.com/invite/3z3e5RDj5h Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mvsinfinite.bsky.social Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-358 - Multiversus Saved? Behind the Scenes of MVS Infinite w/ Director Hakio! 00:00 - Intro 03:02 - Multiversus Saved? Behind the Scenes of MVS Infinite w/ Director Hakio! 1:55:40 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 2:07:20 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Damaged in Transit 2:11:36 - Game Giveaway Winner Announcement! If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

We’re building the ultimate Street Fighter ranked tier list by listing every mainline game in the series from worst to GOAT. Expect bold takes, heated debates, and a whole lot of Hadoukens! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-357 - The Ultimate Ranked Street FighterTier List! 00:00 - Intro 03:18 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Children of Morta 10:40 - The Ultimate Street Fighter Tier List! If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

Some games are so good that it's criminal they never got a sequel... and we're spotlighting the best of them in this episode! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-356: What Are The Best Games That Never Got A Sequel? 00:00 - Intro 01:46 - Games Played Discussion - Gal Guardians Servants of the Dark, Multiversus 10:46 - Choc played Devil May Cry 5, Forza 22:04 - Al played A Way Out 25:04 - Turb played Luigi’s Mansion 3 28:43 - Stikz played Street Fighter 6 World Tour, Retroid Flip 2 l, Pepsiman 40:28 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - 99 Vidas 47:20 - Nintendo Is Losing Their Identity With The Switch 2 52:12 - Marathon feels like a non-free-to-play good extraction shooter, let's hope Sony and Bungie doesn't price it into an early grave 1:05:08 - Nintendo raises the prices of Switch 2 accessories in the US 1:15:42 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:20:03 - What Are The Best Games That Never Got A Sequel? If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

Nintendo's finally lifted the curtain on the Switch 2... and it looks like it's gonna be a game-changer (and a wallet-buster)! In this episode, we dive deep into all the confirmed features, the official release date, and why fans are freaking out! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-355: Has Nintendo Lost Its Mind With The Switch 2? 00:00 - Intro 03:40 - Games Played Discussion - Anima Flux, 09:34 - Choc played Smash Ultimate, Sunset Riders, Marvel Rivals 15:04 - Turb played Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Future Redeemed 18:05 - Stikz played Samurai Showdown 5 Special, Metro Melee, Transformers War for Cybertron 25:22 - Stal played Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes 28:22 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Sonic Mania 33:47 - ‘A Minecraft Movie’ Just Outgrossed ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’s Entire Domestic Box Office Total in a Single Weekend https://collider.com/minecraft-movie-outgrossed-sonic-the-hedgehog-box-office-157-million/ 45:48 - Has Nintendo Lost Its Mind With The Switch 2? Articles Referenced: Nintendo says Game-Key Cards are not tied to accounts and can be loaned or resold https://www.notebookcheck.net/Nintendo-says-Game-Key-Cards-are-not-tied-to-accounts-and-can-be-loaned-or-resold.994818.0.html Nintendo Explains How Backwards Compatibility Works for Switch 2 https://gamerant.com/nintendo-switch-2-backwards-compatibility-software-emulation-solution/ If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

Raymond Teo, Founder and Producer of indie dev studio Secret Base, drops in for the first time to share behind-the-scene details surrounding the development process extending to the free DLC content available for their latest indie beat'em up, sensation, Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons! Continuing Secret Base's tradition which started with Streets of Red, Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons reflects the studio's commitment to deliver solid, hard hitting, yet addicting beat'em up experiences at the same time adding another top tier series installment that stands among the best games in the beloved Double Dragon franchise! With 2 free DLC packs behind them and 6 more playable characters planned, now is the perfect time for beat'em enthusiasts to add another banger to your current collection! To stay updated with the latest developments from Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons and Secret Base, check out his links below:🌐 https://www.secretbase.sg🐦 https://x.com/secretbaseSG📢 https://discord.com/invite/pfbHfZsMkR📘 https://www.facebook.com/secretbaseSG📺 https://www.youtube.com/user/rayteoactive Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-354: Double Dragon Gaiden: Behind The Game with Raymond Teo 00:00 - Intro 01:25 - Double Dragon Gaiden: Behind The Game w/ Raymond Teo! 1:12:12 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge 1:19:05 - Nintendo Uses Its New App to Announce the Release Date of The Live-Action the Legend of Zelda Movie 1:27:30 - Nintendo Direct - all Nintendo Switch games announced at the March 2025 show and our reactions as it happened 1:46:41 - Nier Automata's Dev Was ""Ordered"" To Ignore What The West Thinks Of His Game1:54:23 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:57:28 - Games Played Discussion - TMNT Splintered Fate, Helldivers 2, Multiversus 2:01:44 - Choc played Marvel vs Capcom Fighting Game Collection, The Punisher, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe 2:04:33 - Turb played Assassin's Creed Odyssey 2:08:36 - Stikz played Shadow of Mordor 2:15:42 - Stal played Eiyuden Chronicle 2:18:34 - Game Giveaway Winner Announcement If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

Which Super Mario Bros. and Super Mario platformers reign supreme? Are there any games in this series that belong in the trash? Find out as we rank every major title in the franchise to create the definitive Super Mario Bros. ranked tier list! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-353: The Ultimate Super Mario Bros Tier List! 00:00 - Intro 03:42 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Streets of Rage 4 10:40 - The Ultimate Super Mario Bros Tier List Part 1 1:27:30 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:29:43 - The Ultimate Super Mario Bros Tier List Part 2 2:26:49 - Final Breakdown If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

Not every sequel is a masterpiece… some take everything great about the original and throw it out the window. In this podcast, we’re diving into the worst sequels that failed to live up to their predecessors… plus, we react to the latest gaming news and share what we’ve been playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-352: Terrible Twos: Game Sequels That Failed Their Predecessors! 00:00 - Intro 03:41 - Games Played Discussion - Marvel Rivals, Multiversus Maniacs 11:06 - Al played Cyber Shadow 15:22 - Choc played Tekken 8 18:57 - Turb played Luigi’s Mansion 3 23:42 - Stikz played Shadow of Mordor 32:49 - Stal played Unicorn Overlord, Hammerwatch 2 39:07 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - GI Joe Operation Blackout 46:08 - Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 3 Announced, Development Officially Begins at Saber Interactive 51:28 - Horizon Series Voice Actor Is Worried About Game Performance As An Art Form After ‘ai Aloy’ Video Surfaced 1:04:12 - Hazelight Studios Has Already Started Work On Its Next Game, Confirms Josef Fares 1:14:16 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:19:16 - Terrible Twos: Sequels That Failed Their Predecessors! If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

From greedy microtransactions to disastrous launches, we’re diving into the most infamous mistakes the gaming industry has ever made! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-351: The Gaming Industry’s Worst Moves! 00:00 - Intro 04:26 - Games Played Discussion - Split Fiction 08:42 - Al played Cyber Shadow 10:51 - Choc played Smash Ultimate, Mechabreak, Marvel Rivals 18:53 - Turb played Overcooked 2 21:35 - Stal played Eiyuden Chronicles 25:25 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Iron Crypticle 29:58 - Xbox handheld reportedly set for 2025 release 39:06 - Gamer Tries to Sell PS4 Pro to GameStop, Gets Asked to Pay Instead 43:05 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 46:28 - The Gaming Industry’s Worst Moves! If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

Get ready as we name the toughest, most difficult, and challenging single-player games we've ever played! From brutal boss fights to punishing levels, we break down the games that pushed us to our limits! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-350 - The Toughest Single Player Games We've Ever Played! 00:00 - Intro 02:24 - Games Played Discussion - River City Girls 2 Double Dragon DLC, Multiversus, Mario Kart 8 11:06 - Al played Cyber Shadow, Rhythm Heaven Megamix 15:54 - Choc played Street Fighter 6, Guilty Gear Strive, Marvel Rivals 24:17 - Turb played Fitness Boxing: Fist of the North Star, Star Wars Outlaws 31:26 - Stikz played Rogue Flight, The First Berserker: Khazan demo 40:44 - Stal played Eiyuden Chronicles 46:02 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game 51:00 - Warner Bros. Cancels Wonder Woman Game And Shuts Down Shadow Of Mordor Studio 1:03:24 - Acclaim Is Coming Back As Game Publisher Focused On Reviving Classic Franchises 1:09:44 - Monster Hunter Wilds breaks a Capcom record as the action RPG passes 8 million sales in 3 days 1:15:16 - Shockingly, nobody bought the $386,000 special edition of Dying Light 1:19:55 - Break: Free Game Giveaway/Patreon/Fourthwall Reminder 1:22:38 - The Toughest Single Player Games We've Ever Played! 2:27:14 - Game Giveaway Winner Announcement If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership/ (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

We’re ranking the Castlevania series from top to bottom in our ultimate tier list, debating which titles truly stand the test of time. Tune in to see where your favorites land and join the discussion as we justify every placement! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-349: Vampires Beware: Which Castlevania Games Slay and Which Fall Flat? 00:00 - Intro 01:44 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - The Ascent 06:37 - Vampires Beware: Which Castlevania Games Slay and Which Fall Flat? If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership/ (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

In this episode, we talk about the best opening levels in video games that instantly grabbed our attention and kept us hooked until the very end! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-347: Unforgettable Opening Levels That Hooked Us Right From the Start! 00:00 - Intro 03:25 - Games Played Discussion - Marvel Rivals, Multiversus 10:34 - Al played Virtual Boy 12:42 - Choc played Smash Ultimate 19:16 - Turb played Catastronauts, Pico Park 2 23:26 - Stikz played Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown 31:01 - Stal played Unicorn Overlord 33:01 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Shing 36:00 - NetEase confirms Marvel Rivals layoffs, says cuts were made 'to optimize development efficiency for the game' 45:16 - Marvel Rivals Team Is Already Working On Switch 2 Port 50:48 - Upcoming Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind Updates Add New Gameplay Features & Co-Op Options 57:24 - Break: Fourthwall/Patreon/Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:01:29 - Unforgettable Opening Levels That Hooked Us Right From the Start! If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership/ (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD