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Come grab a drink with longtime gamers/friends/cohosts, Eric (The 23rd Stallion), Alvin (ALG857), Jason (Stikz), Kevin (Turbo857), and Eric (Big Choco), Level 857, aka gaming's Wu-Tang Clan, as we react to current gaming news topics, recommend recently played gems you can't miss, and discuss all things gaming while hanging out with honored special guests which includes a wide variety of fellow YouTubers, game developers, and other video game industry contributors! The format for this podcast is separated into three parts: Current games played, news story reactions, and main topic discussion! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Location:

long island, NY

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Come grab a drink with longtime gamers/friends/cohosts, Eric (The 23rd Stallion), Alvin (ALG857), Jason (Stikz), Kevin (Turbo857), and Eric (Big Choco), Level 857, aka gaming's Wu-Tang Clan, as we react to current gaming news topics, recommend recently played gems you can't miss, and discuss all things gaming while hanging out with honored special guests which includes a wide variety of fellow YouTubers, game developers, and other video game industry contributors! The format for this podcast is separated into three parts: Current games played, news story reactions, and main topic discussion! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Twitter:

@level857

Language:

English

Contact:

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Episodes

Are Long Development Times Killing Gaming? w/ EPN's Victor Lucas!

3/18/2024
While the video games industry continues to grow at a healthy pace, it's also recently been plagued by massive layoffs and increasingly longer development times, especially for triple AAA blockbuster titles. In this podcast, we are joined once again by video game, television media legend, Victor Lucas, to discuss whether increasingly longer development times are hurting the games industry in the long term? Victor Lucas is a much respected, video game television media pioneer and creator/executive producer/co-host of the Electric Playground Network which is home to a variety of content ranging from The Rundown, EP Daily, Reviews on the Run, The Rock and Raygun Awards, Vic's Basement and more! Vic's decades long experience and large footprint within this industry has solidified a permanent spot that ranks him highly among the most honest and trusted voices in the video games media space! To keep up-to-date with the latest developments from Victor Lucas, check out his links below: https://www.youtube.com/@EPN https://twitter.com/Victor_Lucas https://twitter.com/EPDailyTV https://t.co/RwffDWPsAV https://instagram.com/Batwing https://facebook.com/ReviewsOnTheRun https://twitter.com/ReviewsOnTheRun https://facebook.com/VictorLucasFanPage Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-304: Are Long Development Times Killing Gaming? w/ EPN's Victor Lucas! 00:00 - Intro 09:00 - Are Long Development Times Killing Gaming? w/ EPN's Victor Lucas! 1:28:16 - Break: Game Giveaway Reminder 1:32:45 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Conan Chop Chop 1:37:40 - LEGO Mario Kart Sets Announced for 2025 in Celebration of Mario Day 2024 1:47:45 - Warner Bros.’ MultiVersus Finally Has a Re-Release Date 1:55:23 - Street Fighter 6's next playable character Akuma revealed in new trailer 1:59:56 - SPIDER-MAN: THE GREAT WEB TRAILER LEAKED ONLINE 2:04:00 - Games Played Discussion 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) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:02:44:13

We Talk Contra Operation Galuga w/ Wayforward Director Tomm Hulett!

3/11/2024
Tomm Hulett, the visionary Game Director and Producer at Wayforward, drops in for a Q&A discussion interview, where he shares some of his experience, knowledge and insight as he reveals all the reasons why hungry Contra fans should be excited and well prepared. Why? Because we're gonna get served a side-scrolling, shooter-smorgasbord when the studio's latest project, Contra: Operation Galuga drops on March 12! Contra: Operation Galuga is a 2 to 4 players co-op, run and gun reimagining of the first Contra and represents a reboot for the franchise with added new characters and exciting gameplay features! With Wayforward's 30 years of proven excellence combined with Tomm's personal experience (which includes the development of Contra 4) it's no surprise why Konami handpicked them to ensure the Contra IP is properly revived for this modern era of gaming! To keep up-to-date with the latest developments from Tomm and Wayforward, check out the links below: https://twitter.com/Hypnocrite https://wayforward.com/ https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/contra-operation-galuga-switch/ Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-303: We Talk Contra Operation Galuga With Wayforward Director Tomm Hulett! 00:00 - Intro 01:43 - We Talk Contra Operation Galuga With Wayforward Director Tomm Hulett! 1:20:43 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:26:40 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Blasphemous 1 & 2 1:32:33 - Respawn's Star Wars FPS Is Canceled, But Work on Next Jedi Game, Black Panther and Iron Man Will Continue 1:38:47 - Fans Rebuild Two Forgotten F-Zero SNES Games Previously Lost To Time 1:43:57 - Hacker behind GTA 6 leak will be confined to "a secure hospital for life" due to his "intent to return to cybercrime as soon as possible" 1:47:34 - Switch emulator Yuzu is dead: abruptly settles lawsuit with Nintendo for $2.4 million in an enormous blow to console emulation 1:55:11 - Games Played Discussion 2:27:23 - 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) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:02:31:40

Which Delivers The Better Gaming Experience: Handhelds or Consoles?

3/4/2024
We explore the dynamic rivalry between the convenience of handheld gaming devices and the robust power of traditional consoles. Our discussions delve into technology advancements, diverse game libraries, and user experiences to uncover which platform delivers the ultimate gaming adventure! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-302: Which Delivers The Better Gaming Experience: Handhelds or Consoles? 00:00 - Intro 01:29 - Games Played Discussion 56:49 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Infernax 1:03:01 - Console gaming is dying because of Xbox and PS5 1:15:59 - Jet Set Radio Reboot Will Reportedly Feature Gameplay Inspired by Fortnite 1:21:35 - Multiversus Happy Meal Appears On Maccas Website, Release Date Imminent? 1:25:09 - Sony Reportedly Cancels Twisted Metal Live-Service Game as Part of Mass Layoffs 1:29:10 - Nintendo is suing the creators of Switch emulator Yuzu 1:39:44 - Break: Game Giveaway Reminder 1:44:26 - Which Reigns Supreme: Handhelds or Consoles? 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) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:02:26:38

What Are Your Favorite Video Game Sequels?

2/25/2024
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of video gaming to share and discuss our all-time favorite video game sequels -- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-301: What Are Your Favorite Video Game Sequels? 00:00 - Intro 03:43 - Games Played Discussion 1:00:27 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Huntdown 1:05:12 - Break: Game Giveaway Reminder 1:09:04 - The Nintendo Switch 2 will now reportedly arrive in 2025 instead of 2024 1:16:49 - Star Wars Mandalorian Video Game Reportedly in the Works at Respawn 1:20:21 - Microsoft’s gaming chief on Xbox games coming to PS5, next-gen hardware, and more 1:31:30 - Bandai Namco cancel at least five games, target future “emphasis on quality” 1:35:57 - RetroMania Wrestling update out now, patch notes 1:38:40 - Nintendo Direct February 2024: Everything Announced 2:00:08 - What Are Your Favorite Video Game Sequels? 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) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:02:47:14

Honoring 300 Episodes of Laughs and Unforgettable Moments!

2/18/2024
Join us in celebrating a remarkable milestone as we reach 300 episodes filled with laughter, heartwarming stories, and unforgettable moments. This special episode is a tribute to the incredible journey we've shared, reminiscing on the joyous memories and the community that has made it all possible --- After that we react to the latest gaming news stories, reveal the indie game of the week and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-300: Honoring 300 Episodes of Laughs and Unforgettable Moments! 00:00 - Intro 05:37 - Games Played Discussion 50:45 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Overcooked 1 & 2 56:45 - Nintendo Switch 2 will reportedly have digital and physical backward compatibility, plus "enhanced" older games https://flip.it/cJ-3Yk 1:03:45 - Xbox's 'Vision for the Future' Set for Thursday With Phil Spencer, Sarah Bond, and Matt Booty https://ign.com/articles/xboxs-vision-for-the-future-schedule 1:06:50 - Hi-Fi Rush and Pentiment Reportedly the First Two Xbox Games to Launch on Rival Consoles https://ign.com/articles/hi-fi-rush-and-pentiment-reportedly-the-first-two-xbox-games-to-launch-on-rival-consoles 1:19:18 - Break: Game Giveaway Reminder 1:22:26 - Honoring 300 Episodes of Laughs and Unforgettable Moments! 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) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:02:19:20

What Treasures Lie Within Our Game Collections?

2/12/2024
We talk about games all the time but now it's time to show off some of the prized possessions buried within our individual video game collections --- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories, put a spotlight on the Indie Game of the Week and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-299: What Treasures Lie Within Our Game Collections? 00:00 - Intro 01:59 - Games Played Discussion 40:55 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Unruly Heroes 47:55 - Neil Druckmann Teases 'Concept' for The Last of Us Part 3: 'There's Probably One More Chapter to This Story' 56:24 - Watch out Switch 2 — Sony could finally be making a new PlayStation handheld 1:01:00 - Xbox games coming to PlayStation is fine, but it’s the future of Xbox consoles I’m worried about 1:09:50 - Xbox 'vision for the future' could include handheld gaming and an end to console exclusives 1:18:00 - Capcom Asks Players If They Want Sequels to Okami, Dead Rising, Mega Man, and More 1:27:00 - Break: Game Giveaway Reminder 1:30:00 - What Treasures Lie Within Our Game Collections? 2:44:20 - 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) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:02:50:17

What Treasures Lie Within Our Game Collections?

2/12/2024
We talk about games all the time but now it's time to show off some of the prized possessions buried within our individual video game collections --- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories, put a spotlight on the Indie Game of the Week and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-299: What Treasures Lie Within Our Game Collections? 00:00 - Intro 01:59 - Games Played Discussion 40:55 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Unruly Heroes 47:55 - Neil Druckmann Teases 'Concept' for The Last of Us Part 3: 'There's Probably One More Chapter to This Story' 56:24 - Watch out Switch 2 — Sony could finally be making a new PlayStation handheld 1:01:00 - Xbox games coming to PlayStation is fine, but it’s the future of Xbox consoles I’m worried about 1:09:50 - Xbox 'vision for the future' could include handheld gaming and an end to console exclusives 1:18:00 - Capcom Asks Players If They Want Sequels to Okami, Dead Rising, Mega Man, and More 1:27:00 - Break: Game Giveaway Reminder 1:30:00 - What Treasures Lie Within Our Game Collections? 2:44:20 - 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) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:02:50:17

What Treasures Lie Within Our Game Collections?

2/12/2024
We talk about games all the time but now it's time to show off some of the prized possessions buried within our individual video game collections --- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories, put a spotlight on the Indie Game of the Week and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-299: What Treasures Lie Within Our Game Collections? 00:00 - Intro 01:59 - Games Played Discussion 40:55 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Unruly Heroes 47:55 - Neil Druckmann Teases 'Concept' for The Last of Us Part 3: 'There's Probably One More Chapter to This Story' 56:24 - Watch out Switch 2 — Sony could finally be making a new PlayStation handheld 1:01:00 - Xbox games coming to PlayStation is fine, but it’s the future of Xbox consoles I’m worried about 1:09:50 - Xbox 'vision for the future' could include handheld gaming and an end to console exclusives 1:18:00 - Capcom Asks Players If They Want Sequels to Okami, Dead Rising, Mega Man, and More 1:27:00 - Break: Game Giveaway Reminder 1:30:00 - What Treasures Lie Within Our Game Collections? 2:44:20 - 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) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:02:50:17

Brave Cave Discussion Interview With Indie Dev Hit Start Studios!

2/5/2024
Steve Ciaramitaro, Game Designer of Hit Start Studios, drops in for an exciting discussion interview centered on the company's first project, Brave Cave - an ambitious, co-op, puzzle platformer estimated to be released before the end of this year! Join us as Steve provides keen insight into the development process, challenges, and exciting features that will be included when Brave Cave releases! Hit Start Studios is the independent developer/publisher of the unique, thrilling and challenging, co-op, team-focused, puzzle platformer, Brave Cave! Try the game for free after downloading the meaty 20+ stage demo, available now on Steam! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1354260/Brave_Cave/ To stay up-to-date with the latest developments from Hit Start Studios, check out their links below! https://www.bravecavegame.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@HitStartStudios https://discord.com/invite/PanD4mDF2N Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-298: Brave Cave Discussion Interview With Indie Dev Hit Start Studios! 00:00 - Intro 01:58 - Brave Cave Discussion Interview With Indie Dev Hit Start Studios! 1:24:33 - Break: Game Giveaway Reminder 1:30:39 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Dragon Marked For Death 1:38:04 - Report suggests Switch 2 will be bigger, with huge 8-inch screen 1:42:41 - People Want Tifa in Tekken 8 So Much the Boss of Tekken Had to Address It 1:47:25 - Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Pulled One Hour After Deluxe Edition Launch Due to Bug 2:19:28 - Games Played Discussion 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) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:02:40:32

Do Gaming Stereotypes Actually Reflect Reality?

1/29/2024
We fire off and list a bunch of age-old, common, yet popular gaming stereotypes and discuss whether they are outdated, half-true, or no longer stand the test of time, as we compare them against some intriguing, modern day facts --- right after we reveal the Indie game of the week, react to the latest gaming news stories and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-297: Do Gaming Stereotypes Actually Reflect Reality? 00:00 - Intro 01:39 - Games Played Discussion 34:14 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Disney Illusion Island 40:02 - Break: Game Giveaway Reminder 44:18 - Nintendo Switch 2 Specs Leak: Underwhelming Power But Potential Upsides 50:56 - Palworld Developer Says It’s Receiving Death Threats 58:31 - Xbox Developer Direct: All the News and Announcements 1:18:06 - Do Gaming Stereotypes Hold True? 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) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:01:53:23

What Makes A Game Retro? w/ Radical Reggie!

1/21/2024
We welcome back YouTube content creator Radical Reggie to discuss what retro gaming means to us (in this current modern era) and help us pinpoint when exactly does a game even become retro? Radical Reggie's a renowned and well respected YouTube Gaming content creator, avid retro game collector, and former army vet, who's success has taken him from commercials to starring in his very own video game! In addition to sharing a background arena with us in Retromania Wrestling (https://www.retromaniawrestling.com), he's also affiliated with likeminded radically charged game enthusiasts as a member of the Metal Jesus Crew and game review click, Media Glitch! Stay up-to-date Radical Reggie and his latest developments below: https://www.youtube.com/@the_radicalone https://twitter.com/Radical_Reggie ...and the rest of the Media Glitch crew! https://www.youtube.com/@kingarakongaming https://www.youtube.com/@mediaglitch https://www.youtube.com/@intriguedgaming ...or the Metal Jesus Crew! https://www.youtube.com/@JohnRiggs/ https://www.youtube.com/@johnhancockretro https://www.youtube.com/@MetalJesusRocks Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-296: What Makes A Game Retro? 00:00 - Intro 05:10 - Games Played Discussion 58:10 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Curse of the Sea Rats 1:02:00 - Sega is Reportedly Working on Panzer Dragoon, Evangelion, and Sakura Wars Games 1:11:00 - Capcom adds new DRM to old PC games, raising worries over mods 1:17:40 - Ubisoft Exec Says Gamers Need To Get Comfortable With "Not Owning Your Games" 1:28:00 - Unannounced Halo Battle Royale Game Has Reportedly Been Canceled 1:36:40 - Break: Game Giveaway Reminder 1:39:43 - What Makes A Game Retro? If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:02:30:04

Do These Games Still Deserve Their Score?

1/14/2024
Join us as we dive into the retro libraries of past generations, pull out some classic favorites and ultimately determine if these games deserve to be rated today with the same score they received when they first released! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-295: Do These Games Still Deserve Their Score? 00:00 - Intro 01:49 - Game Played Discussion 33:44 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Bravery & Greed 38:02 - A 13-year-old in Oklahoma may have just become the 1st person to ever beat Tetris 42:29 - Multiple Sources Indicate Xbox Is Looking To Go Third Party, With Ports In Development For PS5/Switch 2 50:51 - Xbox Tells Baldur's Gate 3 Players Banned For Recording Raunchy Scenes To Stop 53:10 - Marvel's Spider-Man MJ model forced to beg creepy gamers to leave her alone 58:55 - Break: Game Giveaway Reminder 1:03:12 - Do These Games Still Deserve Their Score? If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:02:25:20

Do These Games Still Deserve Their Score?

1/14/2024
Join us as we dive into the retro libraries of past generations, pull out some classic favorites and ultimately determine if these games deserve to be rated today with the same score they received when they were first released! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-295: Do These Games Still Deserve Their Score 00:00 - Intro 01:49 - Game Played Discussion 33:44 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Bravery & Greed 38:02 - A 13-year-old in Oklahoma may have just become the 1st person to ever beat Tetris 42:29 - Multiple Sources Indicate Xbox Is Looking To Go Third Party, With Ports In Development For PS5/Switch 2 50:51 - Xbox Tells Baldur's Gate 3 Players Banned For Recording Raunchy Scenes To Stop 53:10 - Marvel's Spider-Man MJ model forced to beg creepy gamers to leave her alone 58:55 - Break: Game Giveaway Reminder 1:03:12 - Do These Games Still Deserve Their Score? If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:02:25:20

Which Games Gracefully Stood the Test of Time?

1/8/2024
Regardless of how technology evolves at a breakneck speed to produce games with bolder visions, bigger worlds, and ultimately bigger budgets, some games of yesteryear released in spite of these trends have proved to have aged gracefully, and continue to stand the test of time, remaining as enjoyable today as they were upon release! Join us as we discuss and celebrate these timeless gems! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-294: Which Games Gracefully Stood the Test of Time? 00:00 - Intro 02:20 - Game Played Discussion 35:50 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Moving Out 2 42:55 - World’s First Flash Cart for Nintendo Switch Unveiled 47:28 - Switch 2' Will Be An Iterative Evolution And Will Cost $400, Predicts Analyst 57:23 - Prince Of Persia: The Lost Crown Estimated To Be A "25 Hour" Game 1:03:06 - Break: Game Giveaway Reminder 1:05:00 - Which Games Gracefully Stood the Test of Time? 2:28:20 - 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) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:02:33:32

Get Ready For Our 2024 Gaming Predictions!

12/31/2023
2024 is upon us and you know it wouldn’t be right if we didn’t start the new year off with some fresh, bold and in some instances down right insane predictions from your favorite gaming podcast crew —- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the games we’re currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-293: Get Ready For Our 2024 Gaming Predictions! 0:00 - Intro 4:29 – Games We’ve Played 31:08 – 2023 Predictions We Got Right 1:05:00 – Our 2024 Gaming Predictions 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) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:02:00:25

Which Games Stole the Spotlight in 2023?

12/25/2023
2023 will unquestionably go down as one of the best years in gaming history! But before we head into 2024, we have to reveal the best games were lucky enough to get our hands on this year ---- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-292: Which Games Stole the Spotlight in 2023? 00:00 - Intro 01:53 - Games Played Discussion 42:30 -The Industry Reacts to Naughty Dog's Tough Decision to Cancel The Last of Us Online 48:33 - Nintendo ninjas strike again on Link's Awakening DX HD DMCA 55:19- Sony Signs Deal With Marvel to Make Exclusive X-Men Games Until 2035, Insomniac Cyber Security Attack Reveals 1:03:31 - Which Games Stole the Spotlight in 2023? 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) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:02:38:36

Did The Game Awards 2023 Live Up to the Hype? Our Verdict!

12/18/2023
The Game Awards has finally come and gone but did it live up to hype and ascend higher than everyone's lofty expectations? That might seem obvious at first but we're gonna share our thoughts and chime in with our 2 cents anyway (Sega wtf?!?) --- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-291: Did The Game Awards 2023 Live Up to the Hype? Our Verdict! 00:00 - Intro 01:53 - Games Played Discussion 40:32 - Did The Game Awards 2023 Live Up to the Hype? Our Verdict! If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:02:29:01

What Games Will Win At The 2023 Game Awards? Our Predictions

12/10/2023
We unveil our anticipated predictions for the nominees of the 2023 Game Awards ---- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-290: What Games Will Win At The 2023 Game Awards? Our Predictions 00:00 - Intro 01:17 - Games Played Discussion 28:23 - Capcom Confirms More Resident Evil Remakes Are Coming 37:30 - Phil Spencer "We have no plans to bring game pass to Nintendo or PlayStation" 46:42 - PlayStation Store To Lose More Than 1,200 Purchasable Titles - With No Refunds 52:57 - The Grand Theft Auto VI Trailer Is Here. And It’s Already Causing Mayhem 1:10:15 - What Games Will Win At The 2023 Game Awards? Our Predictions 2:15:04 - 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) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:02:20:47

Retro Games We Forgot How To Play!

12/4/2023
We reminisce about the games we used to be masters of in our youth but somehow, someway... we forgot how to play'em! Perhaps our OG gaming skills suck or the games themselves haven't aged well? We're gonna get to the bottom of this right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-289: Retro Games We Forgot How To Play! 00:00 - Intro 01:51 - Games Played Discussion 32:24 - After three years it’s clear this generation has been a failure 56:31 - Microsoft Wants Game Pass On PlayStation, Nintendo, And "Every Screen" Possible 1:12:37 - Retro Games We Forgot How To Play! 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) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:02:19:33

The Greatest Gaming Crossovers Of All Time!

11/27/2023
We meticulously explore the most epic gaming collaborations while unraveling the magic behind these groundbreaking and sometimes inconceivable unions ---- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-288: The Greatest Gaming Crossovers of All Time! 00:00 - Intro 02:42 - Games Played Discussion 37:01 - The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered for PS5 Confirmed for January 2024 https://www.ign.com/articles/the-last-of-us-part-2-remastered-for-ps5-confirmed-for-january-2024?utm_source=syndication 47:00 - Sonic the Hedgehog helped revive 63-year-old Sega: The firm wants a repeat with its other classics https://www.cnbc.com/2023/11/15/sonic-the-hedgehog-owner-sega-may-bring-yakuza-persona-to-big-screen.html?s=09 57:22 - The Greatest Gaming Crossovers of All Time! 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) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Duration:02:19:56