Level 857 Video Game Podcast
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 content creators, game developers, and other video game industry contributors! This podcast is separated into 4 segments: 1) Games played 2) Indie game of the week 3) News story reactions and 4) Main topic!
Episodes
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 Well
00:00 - Intro
01:39 - Games Played Discussion - Mario Kart World
07:40 - Al played Cyber Shadow
13:20 - Choc played Street Fighter 6
24:48 - Stikz played Shadow of Mordor
33:17 - Stal played Assassin...
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 - Intro
01:53 - Games Played Discussion - Mario Kart World
07:32 - Choc played Smash Ultimate, Street Fighter 6, Guilty Gear Strive
17:08 - Turb played Zelda Breath of the Wild S...
We take a look back at the Nintendo Switch and reflect on how this hybrid console stole the spotlight with its innovations, unforgettable exclusives, and impact on gaming as a whole while also diving into the latest news and what we’ve been playing lately!
Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-362: We Say Farewell To The Groundbreaking Nintendo Switch!
00:00 - Intro
02:18 - Games Played Discussion - Shadow of the Ninja reborn, Multivers...
In this episode, we rank every live-action video game movie released between 1993 and 2010! From cult classics to cinematic disasters, we break them all down and place them where they truly belong.
Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-361: Ranking Every Video Game Movie from 1993–2010!
00:00 - Intro
03:40 - Ranking Every Video Game Movie from 1993–2010!
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We share our thoughts on the Nintendo Switch 2 and break down exactly what has us hyped... and what has us raising eyebrows!
Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-360: What We Love And Hate About The Switch 2!
00:00 - Intro
03:55 - Games Played Discussion - Shadow of the Ninja Reborn, Gal Guardians Servants of the Dark
17:10 - Al played Doom: The Dark Ages
22:15 - Choc played Marvel Rivals, Guilty Gear Strive
29:29 - Turb played WarGroove...
Is the rising cost of gaming pushing players away? We break down the price hike trends across consoles, games, subscriptions, and accessories and debate whether the gaming experience still justifies the price tag. We also react to the latest gaming news and share what we’ve been playing recently!
Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-359: Is Gaming Too Expensive Now?
00:00 - Intro
02:30 - Games Played Discussion - Anima Flux, Marvel Rivals,...
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 kee...
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 - Intro
03:18 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Children of Morta
10:40 - The Ultimate Street Fighter Tier List!
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Some games are so good that it's criminal they never got a sequel... and we're spotlighting the best of them in this episode!
Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-356: What Are The Best Games That Never Got A Sequel?
00:00 - Intro
01:46 - Games Played Discussion - Gal Guardians Servants of the Dark, Multiversus
10:46 - Choc played Devil May Cry 5, Forza
22:04 - Al played A Way Out
25:04 - Turb played Luigi’s Mansion 3
28:43 - Stikz...
Nintendo's finally lifted the curtain on the Switch 2... and it looks like it's gonna be a game-changer (and a wallet-buster)! In this episode, we dive deep into all the confirmed features, the official release date, and why fans are freaking out!
Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-355: Has Nintendo Lost Its Mind With The Switch 2?
00:00 - Intro
03:40 - Games Played Discussion - Anima Flux
09:34 - Choc played Smash Ultimate, S...
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 comm...
Which Super Mario Bros. and Super Mario platformers reign supreme? Are there any games in this series that belong in the trash? Find out as we rank every major title in the franchise to create the definitive Super Mario Bros. ranked tier list!
Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-353: The Ultimate Super Mario Bros Tier List!
00:00 - Intro
03:42 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Streets of Rage 4
10:40 - The Ultimate Super Mario Bros ...
Not every sequel is a masterpiece… some take everything great about the original and throw it out the window. In this podcast, we’re diving into the worst sequels that failed to live up to their predecessors… plus, we react to the latest gaming news and share what we’ve been playing!
Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-352: Terrible Twos: Game Sequels That Failed Their Predecessors!
00:00 - Intro
03:41 - Games Played Discussion - Marv...
From greedy microtransactions to disastrous launches, we’re diving into the most infamous mistakes the gaming industry has ever made!
Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-351: The Gaming Industry’s Worst Moves!
00:00 - Intro
04:26 - Games Played Discussion - Split Fiction
08:42 - Al played Cyber Shadow
10:51 - Choc played Smash Ultimate, Mechabreak, Marvel Rivals
18:53 - Turb played Overcooked 2
21:35 - Stal played Eiyuden Chronicles
25:25 ...
Get ready as we name the toughest, most difficult, and challenging single-player games we've ever played! From brutal boss fights to punishing levels, we break down the games that pushed us to our limits!
Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-350 - The Toughest Single Player Games We've Ever Played!
00:00 - Intro
02:24 - Games Played Discussion - River City Girls 2 Double Dragon DLC, Multiversus, Mario Kart 8
11:06 - Al played Cy...
We’re ranking the Castlevania series from top to bottom in our ultimate tier list, debating which titles truly stand the test of time. Tune in to see where your favorites land and join the discussion as we justify every placement!
Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-349: See Which Games Slay In Our Ultimate Castlevania Tier List!
00:00 - Intro
01:44 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - The Ascent
06:37 - See Which Games Slay In Our Ult...
In this episode, we talk about the best opening levels in our collective video game history that instantly grabbed our attention and kept us hooked until the very end!
Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-347: Unforgettable Opening Levels That Hooked Us Right From the Start!
00:00 - Intro
03:25 - Games Played Discussion - Marvel Rivals, Multiversus
10:34 - Al played Virtual Boy
12:42 - Choc played Smash Ultimate
19:16 - Turb played Catast...
We’re diving into the #SaveMultiversus movement, unpacking what led to the game’s decline and whether it can bounce back. Stick around as we share our latest gaming adventures and thoughts on the hottest news in the industry.
Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-348: The Fight to #SaveMultiversus
00:00 - Intro
04:58 - Games Played Discussion - Brave Escape
13:46 - Al played Triangle Strategy
17:19 - Choc played Street Fighter 6, Marvel R...
Sarumaru (CEO of Sarupro; makers of FX Unit Yuki) returns to update us with latest developments which include his exciting next project, the co-op, arcade platformer, Nyanja!
Nyanja is a single screen, anime ninja cat themed, arcade platformer inspired by classics like Snow Bros. and Bubble Bobble! With FX Unit Yuki under his belt, Sarumaru plans to release another indie hit that feels nostalgic yet packed with modernized production...
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As a multiplayer-hosted podcast, it’s only right that we create the ultimate tier list for arcade hack and slash legends! Join us as we rank the classics, debate the greats, and decide which games truly slash their way to the top!
Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-345: Our Ultimate Hack'n Slash...
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