Level 857 - Video Game Podcast

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 Reb

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 10

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 S

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

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 followi

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

For us podcasts 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'

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.youtu

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 reimaging 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:

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 s

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 su

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 Repo

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 M

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 - Int

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 clo

We welcome back Radical Reggie, YouTube content create and avid game collector, to discuss what retro gaming currently 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 Level 857

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

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 Subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gam

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! 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

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? News Topic Reactions: The Industry Reacts to Naughty Dog's Tough Decision to Cancel The Last of Us Online Nintendo ninjas strike again. links awakening dx hd dmca Sony Signs Deal With Marvel to Make Exclusive X-Men Games Until 2035, Insomniac Cyber Security Attack Reveals 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