Level 857 Video Game Podcast

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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Now that the Nintendo Switch 2 has been revealed it's time to discuss its likely must-have launch titles (slightly distorted by our own personal wishlists) w/ good friend and cohost of the 4GuysOnePiece podcast, John Donadio, a.k.a. @SomeBeardy2Love!

In addition to podcast host, diehard Marvel/Dra...

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The verdict is in: As fans of Marvel Rivals and we feel compelled to share some ideas for new characters and modes that could only make this impressive team based third person shooter even better!

Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-343: Our Marvel Rivals New Modes And Characters Wishlist!

00:00 - I...

As we reflect on the gaming goodness we experienced last year we invite you to join us as we reveal what games we are eagerly anticipating in 2025!

Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-342: Here Are The Games We Must Play In 2025!

00:00 - Intro

01:05 - Games Played Discussion - Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind, Aragami 2

17:22 - Choc played Smash Ultimate, Marvel Rivals, Tekken 8

10:52 - Al played Metaphor: ReFantazio

23:50 ...

There's no way that we can let the new year begin without making our eagerly anticipated and long awaited, bold and sometimes off-the-wall 2025 Gaming Predictions! But before we get into that, we're going to see which of us got the most predictions right of 2024!

Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-341: We Make Bold Predictions For Gaming In 2025!

00:00 - Intro

01:45 - Games Played Discussion - Marvel Rivals, Helldivers 2

08:58 - Al p...

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We unveil our 2024 Game Awards predictions, breaking down the nominees and sharing our picks for the year's top honors!

Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-339: We Predict The Winners Of The 2024 Game Awards!

00:00 - Intro

01:41 - Games Played Discussion - Marvel Rivals, Aragami 2

16:15 - Choc played Smash Ultimate, Tekken 8

23:38 - Turb played Marvel Spiderman 2

27:37 - Stikz played Stellar Blade, Firewatch

31:50 - Stal played Princ...

We explore and highlight the very best expansions and extra content that left more than a lasting impression on us as we discuss our most memorable and unique pieces of downloadable content that we had the privilege of playing in 2024!

Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-338: The Best DLCs We've Played for 2024!

00:00 - Intro

05:13 - Al played Hades, Tetris Forever,

17:58 - Choc played Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Akane, Tekken 8, Marvel vs C...