Join us as we reflect upon the most disappointing, letdown, trolling-esque, announcements that we can remember and the beloved game publishers who orchestrated them ---- right after we discuss the games we've played and react to the latest gaming news topics! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-320: Game Companies Who Mastered The Art Of Epic Trolling Moments! 00:00 - Intro 09:03 - Games Played Discussion - Multiversus, Fire Emblem Warriors Three Hopes 26:13 - Al played Animal Well, Anger foot 35:39 - Stikz played Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, Narita Boy 52:55 - Stal played Multiversus 54:06 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Toe Jam & Earl Back in the Groove 58:35 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:02:18 - Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League Is Already Going Free With Prime Gaming 1:10:28 - Princess Zelda is Echoes of Wisdom's main protagonist, but Link will also be a playable character, ESRB rating confirms 1:14:33 - Toys For Bob’s Crash 5 Seemingly Shelved During Development 1:24:25 - Game Companies Who Mastered The Art Of Epic Trolling 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

We share the very first games that we played when we first bought our Sega Genesis and Super Nintendo, which were responsible for skyrocketing our journeys before video games became a permanent hobby! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-319: Our Very First Intro To The Super Nintendo And Sega Genesis! 00:00 - Intro 03:55 - Games Played Discussion - Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Aragami 2 14:48 - Al played #Bzzzt, Animal Well 18:55 - Choc played Super Smash Bros Ultimate 24:18 - Turb played Nintendo Switch Sports, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 38:34 - Stikz played Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree 46:02 - Stal played Last Faith, Marvel's Spiderman 2 55:35 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Door Kickers Action Squad 1:01:56 - Xbox Game Pass Changes Incoming - New Standard Tier, Price Increase, More - News https://www.vgchartz.com/article/461718/xbox-game-pass-changes-incoming-new-standard-tier-price-increase-more/ 1:13:22 - New Hellblade 2 Sales Data Offers a Clearer Picture of How It Did on Xbox Game Pass and the Charts https://www.ign.com/articles/new-hellblade-2-sales-data-game-pass 1:20:05 - MiSTer FPGA Now Supports The Sinden Light Gun https://www.timeextension.com/news/2024/07/mister-fpga-now-supports-the-sinden-light-gun 1:23:05 - SuperSega FPGA Console Team Talk Price, Release Date And More https://www.timeextension.com/features/we-are-waiting-for-a-reply-from-sega-supersega-fpga-console-team-talk-price-release-date-and-more 1:28:02 - Double Dragon 3D revival announced for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, and PC https://www.gematsu.com/2024/07/double-dragon-3d-revival-announced-for-ps5-xbox-series-ps4-xbox-one-and-pc 1:35:00 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:38:31 - Our Very First Intro To The Super Nintendo And Sega Genesis! 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

We recount the most intense and competitive matches we've ever played (that we can remember) across one-on-one fighting games and fierce competitive multiplayer... right after we share the games we've been playing and react to the latest news topics! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-318: The Most Competitive Matches We've Played 00:00 - Intro 02:53 - Games Played Discussion - Multiversus 07:00 - Al played Anomaly Agent 09:41 - Choc played Street Fighter 6, Star Wars Jedi Survivor 17:00 - Stikz played Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree DLC 35:30 - Stal played Last Faith 47:25 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - WarGroove: Double Trouble 52:15 - Ubisoft CEO Confirms Multiple Assassin's Creed Remakes Are on the Way 59:21 - Crazy Taxi Reboot an Open-World, Massively Multiplayer AAA Game, Sega Says 1:05:23 - Looks Like Scorpion From Mortal Kombat Is Coming to MultiVersus 1:11:24 - Xbox Cloud Gaming is coming to Amazon’s Fire TV Sticks 1:18:40 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:26:14 - The Most Competitive Matches We've Played 2:23:50 - 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

CEO of indie dev studio RetroVertigo, Travis Reynolds drops in to show off some exciting gameplay footage, disclose features/details, and update us on the progress for his upcoming pixel art styled, action-RPG, Fallen Symphony! Fallen Symphony is a party-based, 2D/3D action-RPG, which promises engaging puzzles, dungeons, and dynamic beat'em up styled battle mechanics that's inspired by 90s brawlers and classic JRPGs! To stay updated with the latest developments from RetroVertigo and support 'Fallen Symphony,' check out the links below and consider adding the game to your wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2298660/Fallen_Symphony/ https://x.com/R3troVertigo/status/1799034820468654122 https://www.youtube.com/@retrovertigo4183 Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-317: Behind 'Fallen Symphony': Exclusive Insights from RetroVertigo! 00:00 - Intro 02:25 - Behind 'Fallen Symphony': Exclusive Insights from RetroVertigo! 56:14 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:01:15 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Bleed 1 & 2 1:07:15 - Sega's Cancelled Neptune Console Is Getting Revived In FPGA Form 1:14:17 - Sega Allegedly Developing Jet Set Radio Remake as Screenshots and Gameplay Surfaces 1:23:23 - Games Played Discussion - Curse of the Sea Rats, It Takes Two 1:31:09 - Al played Blasphemous 2, Anomaly Agent, #Blud 1:42:59 - Choc played Mortal Kombat 1, Jedi Survivor 1:47:44 - Turb played Turb played Octopath Traveler 2, Dragon Ball Z Kakarot DLC 6 1:55:57 - Stikz played Stellar Blade, Ratchet and Clank A Rift Apart, Elden Ring Erdtree 2:08:50 - Stal played Last Faith, Multiversus, Aragami 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) 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Mike Hermann, the restless CEO of Retrosoft Studios, proves that Retromania Wrestling is the gift that keeps on giving, when he drops in to reveal all the details, incite, triumphs and challenges that comes with jam packing an upcoming DLC update which is blessing us with 2 new modes and wrestling legends Magnum T.A., Demolition and the Rock n' Roll Express to game's ever expanding roster! RetroSoft Studios is the independent developer/publisher behind RetroMania Wrestling: The fast-paced, 2D sprite-based, arcade-styled grappler and official sequel to 90's arcade classic, WWF Wrestlefest! In addition to hard hitting, intense wrestling action, the game also features a cameo from your favorite, gaming podcast crew in one of the background arenas! To keep up-to-date with the latest developments from RetroSoft Studios, check out the links below: https://www.retromaniawrestling.com/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1252300/RetroMania_Wrestling/ https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/retromania-wrestling-switch/ https://www.instagram.com/retrosoftstudios/ https://www.tiktok.com/@retrosoftstudios https://twitter.com/retrosoftstudio https://www.facebook.com/retrosoftstudios Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-316: Mike Hermann Strike's Back With New DLC For Retromania Wrestling! 00:00 - Intro 02:31 - Mike Hermann Strike's Back With New DLC For Retromania Wrestling! 1:02:48 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon 1 & 2 1:07:26 - Nintendo Direct June 2024: Everything Announced 1:43:01 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:46:38 - Games Played Discussion - Multiversus, Tetris Effect Connected 1:55:30 - Al played The Rogue Prince of Persia, #BLUD 2:00:17 - Choc played Tekken 8 2:03:56 - Turb played Dragon Ball Z Kakarot, Super Mario Bros. Wonder 2:11:38 - Stal played Last Faith 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Join us as we share our favorite standout moments and exciting announcements from Summer Game Fest 2024 and the explosive Xbox Games Showcase! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-315: What Were Your Favorite Moments of Summer Game Fest 2024 & Xbox Games Showcase! 00:00 - Intro 01:55 - Games Played Discussion - Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Curse of the Sea Rats 08:48 - Choc played Guilty Gear Strive, Smash Bros Ultimate, Star Wars Jedi Survivor 14:39 - Turb played Cyber Shadow, Starfield 21:08 - Stikz played Stellar Blade 26:37 - Stal played Multiversus, Last Faith 32:10 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - The Takeover 35:25 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 48:11 - Highlights from Summer Game Fest 2024 1:42:09 - Highlights from Xbox Games Showcase 2:24:25 - Monthly 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

In this electrifying episode, one half of the game dev brothers-in-arms duo, Javier Garay of Pow Pixel Games, drops in for a discussion Q&A interview to share some behind-the-scenes incite, inspiration and what we should expect once their 4-years in the making, 2D side scrolling, hack n' slash, multiplayer adventure, Abathor releases on all leading platforms later this year! Abathor is a thrilling 4-player co-op retro, action platforming, labor-of-love bursting with arcade-style mechanics and gameplay that pays homage to timeless coin-up, classics from the 80s and 90s. Support the game with RTs, shares, and by adding the demo to your wishlists! Abathor (demo) is available now on Steam (w/ full releases also coming later to Nintendo Switch, Xbox, PS4, and PS5)! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2295610/Abathor To keep up-to-date with the latest developments from Abathor and Pow Pixel Games, check out his links below: https://www.youtube.com/@Abathor https://www.tiktok.com/@abathor_game https://www.instagram.com/abathor_game/ https://x.com/Abathor_Game/ Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-314: It's All About Abathor w/ Indie Dev Pow Pixel Games! 00:00 - Intro 02:23 - It's All About Abathor w/ Indie Dev Pow Pixel Games! 1:19:23 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:25:12 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Okinawa Rush 1:30:56 - Atari Acquires Intellivision Brand But Leaves Disastrous Amico Console Behind 1:36:22 - New Astro Bot Game Rumored to Be Announced in the Next Two Weeks 1:42:29 - Resident Evil Zero and Code Veronica Remakes Reportedly in the Works at Capcom 1:48:46 - MultiVersus Relaunch Draws Many Players and Many Complaints 2:07:48 - Games Played Discussion - Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Double Dragon Zeebo/Advance, 2:17:39 - Al played Blasphemous 2 2:21:50 - Choc played Street Fighter 6, Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3, Brotato 2:29:00 - Turb played Street Fighter 6, Multiversus 2:29:46 - Stikz played Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Animal Well, Stellar Blade 2:38:44 - Stal played Last Faith 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

With the first half of 2024 soon approaching, we take a look at the indie games that we're looking forward to playing the most when they arrive sometime later this year (hopefully)! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-313: What Are Your Most Anticipated Indie Games of 2024? 00:00 - Intro 03:36 - Games Played Discussion - Pico Park, Abathor (demo) 09:45 - Al played Blasphemous 2, Mullet Mad Jack 15:30 - Choco played Tekken 8, Vampire Survivors 22:20 - Turb played God of War: Ragnarok, Cyber Shadow 25:56 - Stikz played Final Fantasy VII Rebirth 27:17 - Stal played Flynn the Son of Crimson 34:08 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - The Swords of Ditto 39:27 - Assassin's Creed Shadow Sparks Controversy Over Black Samurai 48:23 - MultiVersus Trailer Reveals First Look at Jason Voorhees From Friday the 13th and Agent Smith From the Matrix 55:29 - IGN Entertainment acquires Eurogamer, GI, VG247, Rock Paper Shotgun and more 1:00:31 - Zeebo Emulator Makes "Lost" Double Dragon And Crash Bandicoot Games Playable Again 1:04:40 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:08:40 - What Are Your Most Anticipated Indie Games of 2024? 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Get ready to reunite with Radical Reggie as we share the most epic gaming accomplishments we've achieved! We'll also react to the latest weekly gaming news and reveal the games we're currently playing. 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! To keep up-to-date with the latest developments from Radical Reggie, check out his links below: https://www.youtube.com/@The_RadicalOne https://www.tiktok.com/@radicalreggie1?lang=en https://www.instagram.com/the_official_radicalreggie https://www.patreon.com/ReggieRadical https://www.twitch.tv/radicalreggie https://twitter.com/Radical_Reggie https://www.linktr.ee/RadicalReggie Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-312: Name Some Of Your Most Epic Gaming Accomplishments w/ Radical Reggie! 00:00 - Intro 04:15 - Games Played Discussion - Reggie played Euyoden Chronicles, Granblue Fantasy 11:50 - Al played It Takes Two, Tetris Connected, Abathor demo 24:41 - Turb played Marvel Midnight Suns, Shovel Knight King of Cards 31:49 - Stikz played Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Animal Well 38:26 - Stal played Flynn the Son of Crimson 48:03 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - The Stretchers 52:32 - Hi-Fi Rush Is Getting Review Bombed...But in a Good Way 1:04:17 - Mark Hamill Returning to Voice the Joker in MultiVersus Alongside the Late Kevin Conroy's Batman 1:07:50 - PlayStation shipped nearly 5x as many PS5 consoles as Xbox did Series X/S in the last quarter, according to estimates 1:19:18 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:26:31 - Name Some Of Your Most Epic Gaming Accomplishments w/ Radical Reggie! 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Get ready as we reunite with our good friend John Donadio (aka, SomeBeardy2Love) as we disclose the games we've either once completed or played briefly, but wish we had the time to go back and play again! John Donadio (aka, SomeBeardy2Love) is a Twitch Streamer Affiliate, diehard fan of all things Marvel and Dragon Ball, and the most intense, meticulous, beard aficionado/enthusiast/connoisseur this planet has ever seen! To keep up-to-date with the latest developments from John Donadio, check out his links below: https://twitter.com/SomeBeardy2Love https://www.instagram.com/SomeBeardy2Love https://www.twitch.tv/SB2L Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-311: Games We Wish We Had Time For w/ SomeBeardy2Love! 00:00 - Intro 06:56 - Games Played Discussion - John played Diablo 4, Have A Nice Death 14:27 - Al played It Takes Two, TMNT Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants 28:13 - Choc played Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Tekken 8 40:55 - Turb played Marvel Midnight Suns, Hollow Knight 50:06 - Stikz played Final Fantasy VII Rebirth 58:31 - Stal played Unicorn Overlord 1:04:18 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Tools Up 1:08:49 - Helldivers 2 has been pulled from Steam in 170 countries 1:16:50 - Shock and Anger as Xbox Shuts Down Arkane Austin, Tango Gameworks, and More 1:25:46 - Nintendo Direct Confirmed for June, to Focus on Switch Games Only 1:34:05 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:37:46 - Games We Wish We Had Time For w/ SomeBeardy2Love! 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

As popular as gaming's become with its ability to seamlessly appeal to different types of people regardless of generation, occupation and geographical location, it shouldn't come to a surprise that celebrities are gamers too. The surprise comes from who among these celebs actually game and we're gonna find out who they are! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-310: Who Woulda Thought That These Celebs Actually Game? 00:00 - Intro 04:29 - Games Played Discussion - It Takes Two; Ready, Steady, Ship 16:17 - Al played - Blasphemous 2, Fallen City Brawl Demo 29:29 - Choc played Street Fighter, Guilty Gear Strive 36:19 - Turb played Double Dragon Gaiden ROTD, Octopath Traveler 2 45:28 - Stikz played Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Stellar Blade, Tales of Kenzera: ZAU 54:30 - Stal played Unicorn Overlord 1:00:32 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - 20XX & 30XX 1:05:40 - Boosted by the Fallout TV Show, Fallout 76 Sees Over One Million Players in a Single Day 1:11:45 - Switch 2 Screen Reportedly Upgraded To 1080p 1:16:50 - Xbox Games Showcase Announced for June 1:21:48 - Square Enix Has Seemingly Canceled Some Games In An Effort To Be 'More Selective And Focused' 1:26:40 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:33:39 - Who Woulda Thought That These Celebs Actually Game? 2:26:45 - 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Our collective, vast gaming history is filled with many unknown triumphs, failures, discoveries, rewards and regrets. Join us as we confess several of these including some from our awesome longtime supporters! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-309: What Are Some of Your Unknown Gaming Confessions? 00:00 - Intro 01:46 - Games Played Discussion - Mario vs Donkey Kong Remake, Stick Fight: The Game 14:18 - Al played Pepper Grinder, Blasphemous 2 17:01 - Choc played Street Fighter 6, Halo Infinite 22:58 - Turb & Stal played Unicorn Overlord 33:36 - Stikz played Final Fantasy VII Rebirth 41:22 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Tunche 45:45 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 48:55 - A Golden Axe Animated Series Is Being Made by the Creator of Star Trek: Lower Decks 56:15 - Sony patents auto-play game feature which would allow AI to take the lead 1:08:30 - Fallout 4 jumps to No.1 across Europe following TV show launch 1:15:30 - Modders Use Leaked Source Code to Get GTA 5 Running on Switch 1:21:55 - What Are Some Of Your Unknown Gaming Confessions? 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Being video game podcast hosts it's safe to assume that gaming has given us endless, memorable moments and entertainment. With that said it's about time that we shine a spotlight on some of the worst gaming letdowns that we've experienced since we've started gaming! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-308: What Are Your Worst Gaming Letdowns? 00:00 - Intro 01:30 - Games Played Discussion - Aragami 2, Helldivers 2 08:30 - Choc played Tekken 8 Ranked, FF VII Rebirth 16:50 - Turb & Stal played Unicorn Overlord, God of War: Ragnorok 25:42 - Stikz played Tekken 8 Story Mode, Dust: An Elysian Tail, Asura The Striker 36:40 - Al played Blasphemous 2, Pepper Grinder 39:33 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Mother Russia Bleeds 43:40 - Ubisoft is stripping people's licenses for The Crew weeks after its shutdown 49:40- Nintendo Indie World Showcase Announced For April 17th 2024 1:15:40 - Sonic the Hedgehog 3 finds its Shadow actor in John Wick star Keanu Reeves 1:23:20 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:26:30 - What Are Your Worst Gaming Letdowns? 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

Our lists of yet-to-play games have become so ridiculously huge that we figured it was time to ask each other, the Levelheads and even new viewers/listeners for guidance in establishing some much needed order to our out-of-control and seemingly never-ending collection of should've-already-played-games-but-haven't backlogs! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-307: Help Us Organize Our Endless Video Game Backlogs! 00:00 - Intro 01:15 - Games Played Discussion 36:02 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Spider Heck 39:32 - The Most Iconic Video Game Character of All Time 49:35 - Apple opens the App Store to retro game emulators 55:41 - Forget Everything You Know About Prince Of Persia: Sands Of Time Remake 1:02:08 - “UnlockSwitch” claim they have reverse engineered the MIG Switch and have a clone under way 1:06:37 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:08:41 - Help Us Organize Our Endless Video Game Backlogs! 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

In an effort to celebrate deep characterization in games with well written dialog, we list our favorite and quite possibly gaming's best non-silent video game protagonists! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-306: What Are Our Favorite Non-Silent Gaming Protagonists? 00:00 - Intro 01:37 - Games Played Discussion - Co-op/VS - Mario Kart 8, Aragami 2 10:44 - Choc's Picks - Mortal Kombat 1, Tekken 8, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth 23:00 - Al's Picks - Blashphemous 2, Thunder Ray, Tales of Kenzera: Zau 28:50 - Turbo's Picks - Meta Quest 3 Experience: Fruit Ninja, Richie's Plank Experience; God of War: Ragnarok 34:40 - Stikz Picks - Anno: Mutationem, Air Twister, Stellar Blade 44:19 - Stal's Picks - Unicorn Overlord 52:14 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Code of Princess 56:22 - Retro gaming is the only thing I enjoy about video games now 1:03:37 - Devs Reportedly Question Why PS5 Pro Is Happening 1:08:19 - Xbox boss Phil Spencer says multiplatform ‘brand pivot’ partly driven by Gen Z habits 1:13:43 - RESIDENT EVIL 9 POSSIBLY GOING OPEN WORLD, IT’S CLAIMED 1:22:19 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:25:34 - What Are Your Favorite Non-Silent Gaming Protagonists? 2:06:10 - 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

For us hosts, most of the best games and IPs that first appeared on Sega and Nintendo made consoles were pivotal in transforming gaming from what was once a passing interest to a permanent pastime hobby. So now it's time we take some of those IPs and go head-to-head in a no-holds barred, winner-take-call extravaganza to determine who created the best franchises! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-305: It's A Sega VS Nintendo Battle of the IPs Extravaganza! 00:00 - Intro 01:39 - Games Played Discussion 51:19 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Wizard of Legend 59:26 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:02:33 - The Resident Evil Game That Can't Be Remade 1:12:29 - Sea of Stars Celebrates 5 Million Players and Teases 3-Player Couch Co-Op 1:16:24 - Sony's reportedly stopped making any more PS VR2 headsets until it can figure out a way of shifting a pile of unsold VR goggles 1:24:08 - NES Hub announced for Nintendo NES expansion port with Bluetooth controller support 1:30:45 - It's A Sega VS Nintendo Battle of the IPs Extravaganza! 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

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/news/contra-operation-galuga-available-now https://www.twitch.tv/wayforwardtv https://www.discord.gg/wayforward https://www.youtube.com/wayforward https://www.instagram.com/wayforwardtech https://www.facebook.com/wayforward 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support