Level 857 - Video Game Podcast

Mike Wells, indie dev of the hard-hitting, upcoming retro-inspired beat'em up Fallen City Brawl, joins us for an inside look at what makes this gritty, hand-drawn brawler a must-play for fans of the genre! If you’re into arcade-style beat 'em ups or love supporting passionate indie devs, this is a game you’ll want on your radar and an episode you won’t wanna miss!To stay updated with the latest developments from Fallen City Brawl, check out his links below:

We’re putting the biggest open world game franchises to the test… from sprawling action RPGs to chaotic sandboxes… and ranking them once and for all in our ultimate AAA open world franchise tier list! Which series are genre defining legends, and which ones never lived up to the hype? Let’s tier up!Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-370: The Ultimate AAA Open World Franchise Tier List00:00 - Intro06:14 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Among Us15:00 - The Ultimate Triple A Open World Franchise Tier ListIf you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below:(1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family(2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857(3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership(4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Z

Before the Genesis took off, Sega had already entered the console war with the 8-bit powerhouse known as the Master System. In this episode, we dive into its underrated library, surprising innovations, and why this forgotten console still holds up today!Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-369: Why the Sega Master System Deserves More Respect!00:00 - Intro04:28 - Games Played Discussion - Helldivers 211:54 - Choc played Tales of Kenzera: ZAU, Robocop Rogue City17:44 - Stikz played Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Donkey Kong Bananza26:55 - Turb played Donkey Kong Bananza35:52 - Stal played Portrait of Ruin, Dawn of Sorrow, Fallen City Brawl44:51 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Bombfest48:55 - Analogue's 4K-ready Nintendo 64 remake ships this August56:44 - Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake will launch 'very soon,' Ubisoft exec says, but he also namedropped Splinter Cell for no apparent reason so maybe he's still just messing with us1:05:44 - A New Fire Emblem Sequel Is Seemingly In Develop

We dive into the growing debate: Is AAA gaming in trouble? And talk about what indie developers are doing right that big-budget studios keep getting wrong!Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-368: Is AAA Gaming in Trouble? What Indies Are Doing Right That Big Studios Aren’t00:00 - Intro04:22 - Games Played Discussion - Marvel Rivals09:02 - Al played Helldivers 2, Suit For Hire15:53 - Choc played Smash Bros Ultimate18:35 - Stikz played Granblue Fantasy24:57 - Stal played Castlevania Portrait of Ruin31:32 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - CD-RUN36:27 - The Switch 2 is the perfect example of why console launches don’t feel special anymore48:02 - GTA 6 rumored Lucia actor deletes social media, and we all know why54:26 - Ken Looks Wild In Fatal Fury City of the Wolves58:15 - Nintendo Confirms Actors Set to Play Link and Zelda in Live-Action The Legend of Zelda Film1:05:10 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder1:10:00 - Is AAA Gaming in Trouble? What Indies Are Doing Right That Big Studios Aren’tIf you enjoyed the podc

We dive into the most anticipated games that were canceled before release—and share which upcoming titles feel like they're heading down the same road. We also react to the latest gaming news and talk about the games we've been playing lately.Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-367: The Best Canceled Games We Were Hyped For!00:00 - Intro02:15 - Games Played Discussion - Helldivers 208:51 - Choc played Tales of Kenzera: ZAU12:36 - Turb played Mario Kart World, Street Fighter 614:44 - Stikz played Shadow of Mordor18:02 - Stal played Sifu, Star Wars Jedi Survivor32:04 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Heavy Burger37:29 - Games Inbox: Has Xbox become irrelevant this generation?46:31 - Microsoft Exec Tells Devs Laid Off Because Of AI To Ask It For Job Advice49:21 - “Joke Of A Company”: Xbox Fans Are Canceling Game Pass Subscriptions In Protest After Mass Layoffs and Game Cancellations1:01:40 - Switch 2 is a massive hit. So where’s all the conversation about it?1:11:00 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder1:1

In this episode, we shout out the most consistent, dependable, and trusted game developers in the industry! Whether they've been crushing it for decades or recently earned our respect, we’re breaking down who’s earned our loyalty!Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-366: We Name Our Favorite, Most The Reliable Game Developers!00:00 - Intro01:44 - Games Played Discussion -Helldivers 2, Wizards of Legends 209:34 - Choc played Tekken 813:03 - Turb played Neo The World Ends With You15:45 - Stikz played Mario Kart World20:31 - Stal played Sifu33:48 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Super Bloody Hockey36:45 - Everyone Starring in the Upcoming ‘Street Fighter’ Reboot46:07 - Resident Evil Requiem was almost live service, but Capcom realized we'd hate it49:36 - Mario Kart World patch defies the way players want to race online53:20 - Xbox announces next-gen AMD deal, says future devices ‘won’t be tied to a single store’57:08 - Perfect Dark Reboot Canceled and Xbox Developer The Initiative Closed as Part of Devast

We’re ranking the most recognizable faces in gaming history with our ultimate video game first party mascot ranked tier list! From legendary icons to characters that never earned their stripes… it’s time to settle the debate!Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-365: Our Ultimate First Party Mascot Ranked Tier List!00:00 - Intro02:53 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Mega Man 2.5D08:09 - The Ultimate First Party Mascot Ranked Tier ListIf you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below:(1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family(2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857(3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership(4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

We dive into a brutally honest discussion on games that just didn’t stand the test of time — from beloved classics to cringe-worthy replays!Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-364 - From Classic to Cringe: Games That Haven't Aged Well00:00 - Intro01:39 - Games Played Discussion - Mario Kart World07:40 - Al played Cyber Shadow13:20 - Choc played Street Fighter 624:48 - Stikz played Shadow of Mordor33:17 - Stal played Assassin's Creed Mirage44:57 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Wulverblade48:45 - Warner Bros. Games Restructuring to Focus on Harry Potter, Mortal Kombat, and DC Franchises58:10 - As Stellar Blade Hits 3 Million Copies Sold, Dev Says Sequel Will Have the 'Rich' Narrative1:04:42 - Nintendo Switch 2 hackers say they’re already getting banned1:10:03 - Donkey Kong Bananza direct!1:20:04 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder1:25:07 - From Classic to Cringe: Games That Haven't Aged WellIf you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the followin

We break down every major announcement, awkward moment, and surprise reveal to decide if Summer Game Fest 2025 lived up to the hype or flopped! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-363: The Wins and Wastes of the Xbox Games Showcase and Summer Games Fest!00:00 - Intro01:53 - Games Played Discussion - Mario Kart World07:32 - Choc played Smash Ultimate, Street Fighter 6, Guilty Gear Strive17:08 - Turb played Zelda Breath of the Wild Switch 2, Jedi Power Battles, Street Fighter 6 Switch 224:49 - Stal played Assassin’s Creed Mirage32:48- Stikz played Clair Obscur: Expedition 3336:55 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Nine Parchments41:36 - Did The Xbox Games Showcase Deliver?1:27:41 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder1:30:54 - Did The Summer Game Fest Deliver?If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below:(1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family(2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.

We take a look back at the Nintendo Switch and reflect on how this hybrid console stole the spotlight with its innovations, unforgettable exclusives, and impact on gaming as a whole while also diving into the latest news and what we’ve been playing lately.Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-362: We Say Farewell To The Groundbreaking Nintendo Switch!00:00 - Intro02:18 - Games Played Discussion - Shadow of the Ninja reborn, Multiversus Maniac08:32 - Choc played Guilty Gear Strive, Marvel Rivals14:05 - Turb played Advance Wars 1&2 Reboot Camp19:43 - Stikz played Claire Obscure Project 33, Shadow of Mordor29:30 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Aegis Defender35:42 - Video Game Consoles Are Deadhttps://aftermath.site/switch-2-xbox-playstation-exclusivity?utm_source=flipboard&utm_content=topic/nintendoswitch49:56 - Ubisoft Just Dropped An Image of Splinter Cell Star Sam Fisher With No Context — What Does it Mean?https://ign.com/articles/ubisoft-just-dropped-an-image-of-splinter-cell-star-sam-fisher-with-no-c

In this episode, we rank every live-action video game movie released between 1993 and 2010! From cult classics to cinematic disasters, we break them all down and place them where they truly belong.Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-361: Ranking Every Video Game Movie from 1993–2010!00:00 - Intro03:40 - Ranking Every Video Game Movie from 1993–2010!If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below:(1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family(2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857(3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership(4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

We share our thoughts on the Nintendo Switch 2 and break down exactly what has us hyped... and what has us raising eyebrows! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-360: What We Love And Hate About The Switch 2!00:00 - Intro03:55 - Games Played Discussion - Shadow of the Ninja Reborn, Gal Guardians Servants of the Dark17:10 - Al played Doom: The Dark Ages22:15 - Choc played Marvel Rivals, Guilty Gear Strive29:29 - Turb played WarGroove 236:07 - Stikz played Rescue Rangers, Clair Obscur: Expedition 3342:33 - Stal played Assassin’s Creed Mirage52:14 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Guns, Gore & Cannoli 1&257:30 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder1:01:20 - What We Love And Hate About The Switch 2!If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below:(1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family(2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857(3) Become a member on either Fourt

Is the rising cost of gaming pushing players away? We break down the price hike trends across consoles, games, subscriptions, and accessories and debate whether the gaming experience still justifies the price tag. We also react to the latest gaming news and share what we’ve been playing recently!Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-359: Is Gaming Too Expensive Now?00:00 - Intro02:30 - Games Played Discussion - Anima Flux, Marvel Rivals, A Way Out, Multiversus22:41 - Al played Gorri Cuddly Carnage, Kaiborg30:41 - Choc played Fatal Fury City of the Wolves, Smash Ultimate, Street Fighter 638:04 - Turb played Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Future Redeemed42:40 - Stikz played Claire Obscur: Expedition 3349:57 - Stal played Assassin's Creed Mirage57:10 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Snipperclips1:00:10 - Break: Patreon/Fourthwall/Free Game Giveaway Reminder1:03:57 - PS Plus, Xbox Game Pass Are Not the Future of Gaming, Says US Analyst 1:12:38 - Helldivers 2 CEO Says You'll 'Sh*t Your Pants' Over What's Coming Down the Pip

Hakio, Game Director of the fan project MultiVersus Infinite, joins us as we dive deep into how the team plans to revive and build upon the MultiVersus experience and why fans of platform fighters should be excited! Get ready for a breakdown of the gameplay updates, community-driven changes, and what makes this project so special!If you’re a MultiVersus fan or love competitive platform fighters, this is a project you’ll want to keep your eyes on and an episode you won't wanna miss!To stay updated with the latest developments on Multiversus Infinite, check out the links below:

We’re building the ultimate Street Fighter ranked tier list by listing every mainline game in the series from worst to GOAT. Expect bold takes, heated debates, and a whole lot of Hadoukens!Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-357: The Ultimate Ranked Street Fighter Tier List! 00:00 - Intro03:18 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Children of Morta10:40 - The Ultimate Street Fighter Tier List!If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below:(1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family(2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857(3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership(4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD

Some games are so good that it's criminal they never got a sequel... and we're spotlighting the best of them in this episode!Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-356: What Are The Best Games That Never Got A Sequel?00:00 - Intro01:46 - Games Played Discussion - Gal Guardians Servants of the Dark, Multiversus10:46 - Choc played Devil May Cry 5, Forza22:04 - Al played A Way Out25:04 - Turb played Luigi’s Mansion 328:43 - Stikz played Street Fighter 6 World Tour, Retroid Flip 2 l, Pepsiman40:28 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - 99 Vidas47:20 - Nintendo Is Losing Their Identity With The Switch 252:12 - Marathon feels like a non-free-to-play good extraction shooter, let's hope Sony and Bungie doesn't price it into an early grave1:05:08 - Nintendo raises the prices of Switch 2 accessories in the US1:15:42 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder1:20:03 - What Are The Best Games That Never Got A Sequel?If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following way

Nintendo's finally lifted the curtain on the Switch 2... and it looks like it's gonna be a game-changer (and a wallet-buster)! In this episode, we dive deep into all the confirmed features, the official release date, and why fans are freaking out!Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-355: Has Nintendo Lost Its Mind With The Switch 2?00:00 - Intro03:40 - Games Played Discussion - Anima Flux09:34 - Choc played Smash Ultimate, Sunset Riders, Marvel Rivals15:04 - Turb played Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Future Redeemed18:05 - Stikz played Samurai Showdown 5 Special, Metro Melee, Transformers War for Cybertron25:22 - Stal played Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes28:22 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Sonic Mania33:47 - ‘A Minecraft Movie’ Just Outgrossed ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’s Entire Domestic Box Office Total in a Single Weekend45:48 - Has Nintendo Lost Its Mind With The Switch 2?If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below:(1) Subscribe and share t

Raymond Teo, Founder and Producer of indie dev studio Secret Base, drops in for the first time to share behind-the-scene details surrounding the development process extending to the free DLC content available for their latest indie beat'em up, sensation, Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons!Continuing Secret Base's tradition which started with Streets of Red, Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons reflects the studio's commitment to deliver solid, hard hitting, yet addicting beat'em up experiences at the same time adding another top tier series installment that stands among the best games in the beloved Double Dragon franchise! With 2 free DLC packs behind them and 6 more playable characters planned, now is the perfect time for beat'em enthusiasts to add another banger to your current collection!To stay updated with the latest developments from Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons and Secret Base, check out his links below:

Which Super Mario Bros. and Super Mario platformers reign supreme? Are there any games in this series that belong in the trash? Find out as we rank every major title in the franchise to create the definitive Super Mario Bros. ranked tier list!Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-353: The Ultimate Super Mario Bros Tier List!00:00 - Intro03:42 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Streets of Rage 410:40 - The Ultimate Super Mario Bros Tier List Part 11:27:30 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder1:29:43 - The Ultimate Super Mario Bros Tier List Part 22:26:49 - Final BreakdownIf you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below:(1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family(2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857(3) Become a member on either Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership(4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our liv

Not every sequel is a masterpiece… some take everything great about the original and throw it out the window. In this podcast, we’re diving into the worst sequels that failed to live up to their predecessors… plus, we react to the latest gaming news and share what we’ve been playing!Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-352: Terrible Twos: Game Sequels That Failed Their Predecessors!00:00 - Intro03:41 - Games Played Discussion - Marvel Rivals, Multiversus Maniacs11:06 - Al played Cyber Shadow15:22 - Choc played Tekken 818:57 - Turb played Luigi’s Mansion 323:42 - Stikz played Shadow of Mordor32:49 - Stal played Unicorn Overlord, Hammerwatch 239:07 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - GI Joe Operation Blackout46:08 - Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 3 Announced, Development Officially Begins at Saber Interactive51:28 - Horizon Series Voice Actor Is Worried About Game Performance As An Art Form After ‘ai Aloy’ Video Surfaced1:04:12 - Hazelight Studios Has Already Started Work On Its Next Game, Confirms Josef Fares1:14: