Between Levels Podcast

Between Levels Podcast
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Between Levels is a weekly gaming podcast hosted by WheelieAverage, Sarthe, and FightinCowboy. Each week, the trio dives into the latest releases, gaming news, industry trends, and audience questions, bringing together three distinct perspectives from across the gaming community. From blockbuster launches and hidden gems to in-depth discussions and special guests, Between Levels is where passionate gamers come together to talk about the games that matter most.

Episodes

  1. 3d ago

    GTA VI Pricing, Valve's Steam Machine & Fantasy Critic | Between Levels Podcast Ep. 2

    Join WheelieAverage, Sarthe, and FightinCowboy as they dive into some of the biggest topics in gaming, including GTA VI pricing, Valve's Steam Machine, Fantasy Critic, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, and the rising cost of gaming. In this episode, we discuss our Fantasy Critic draft strategies, impressions of Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, GTA VI editions and microtransactions, Valve's Steam Machine pricing, graphics versus optimization, upcoming game releases, console pricing, and much more. Between Levels is a weekly gaming podcast bringing together three different perspectives from across the gaming community to discuss the latest news, releases, and trends shaping the industry. Follow Between Levels: Instagram: @betweenlevelspodcast Facebook: Between Levels Podcast X: @BtweenLevels Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome and episode overview 02:11 WoW stories and Cowboy's gaming anecdotes 04:51 Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy gameplay impressions 11:34 Upcoming game releases and the 2026 industry timeline 24:14 Fantasy Critic draft begins 36:11 Game pricing, hardware costs, and industry backlash 43:20 Graphics, optimization, and performance tech 55:10 GTA VI editions, pricing, and microtransactions 1:04:32 Rising console prices and upcoming hardware 1:17:46 Final game picks for the year 1:25:29 Valve's Steam Machine and hardware affordability 1:31:33 Closing thoughts and next steps Subscribe for new episodes every week and leave your questions in the comments for future episodes.

    1h 36m

  2. Jun 19

    Xbox, GTA VI & The Future of Soulslikes | Between Levels Podcast Ep. 1

    Welcome to the very first episode of Between Levels. Join WheelieAverage, Sarthe, and FightinCowboy as they dive into some of the biggest topics in gaming, including Xbox's future, GTA VI, Summer Game Fest, and the future of Soulslike games. In this episode, we discuss Xbox's recent showcase, industry layoffs, GTA VI's impact on the gaming landscape, Mortal Shell 2, Lords of the Fallen 2, anime games, gameplay versus graphics, and much more. Between Levels is a weekly gaming podcast bringing together three different perspectives from across the gaming community to discuss the latest news, releases, and trends shaping the industry. Follow Between Levels: Instagram: @betweenlevelspodcast Facebook: Between Levels Podcast X: @BtweenLevels Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome to Between Levels 02:04 Upcoming Game Releases 03:21 Summer Game Fest Impressions 04:12 September & October Release Rush 05:26 Game Delays & Release Strategy 06:40 GTA VI's Shadow Over Gaming 07:56 Can Smaller Games Survive? 09:27 Xbox's Summer Game Fest Showcase 10:36 Innovation vs Established Franchises 11:30 Industry Rumors & Misinformation 12:41 Studio Acquisitions & Consolidation 14:11 Sony's Investment Strategy 15:31 Layoffs & Industry Restructuring 16:11 Gaming's Growth Problem 17:26 Are Soulslikes Here to Stay? 18:38 NFTs & Gaming Trends 19:33 Why Some Games Fail 21:03 The Death of the System Seller? 22:28 Graphics, Art Style & Immersion 23:05 Is Call of Duty Still King? 24:45 Understanding Gaming Communities 26:34 Realism vs Fun 27:10 Gameplay Over Graphics 28:52 Crimson Desert & Community Feedback 29:14 Evolve, Anthem & Games That Deserved Better 30:27 Mods & Community Support 31:12 Changing Consumer Habits 32:00 Rising Costs of Gaming 33:16 The Future of Gaming Technology 34:21 Why Gameplay Matters Most 35:52 The Power of Art Direction 36:39 Walking Simulators & Niche Genres 37:10 First Impressions Matter 39:32 Marketing & Expectations 40:43 Why Astro Bot Works 42:06 Storytelling in Games 44:02 Mortal Shell 2 & Modern Soulslikes 48:02 Pricing, Value & Expectations 50:34 Open World Design Challenges 52:27 Anime Games: Ambition vs Reality 55:42 Control Resonant Discussion 58:53 The Crowded Fall Release Schedule 62:12 Marketing, Hype & Mystery 66:38 FromSoftware's Untapped Potential 70:17 Developer Evolution & New Ideas 71:43 Gaming Through Parenthood 73:07 The Future of Between Levels 75:19 Final Thoughts & Community Questions Subscribe for new episodes every week and send us your questions for future episodes.

    1h 16m
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Between Levels is a weekly gaming podcast hosted by WheelieAverage, Sarthe, and FightinCowboy. Each week, the trio dives into the latest releases, gaming news, industry trends, and audience questions, bringing together three distinct perspectives from across the gaming community. From blockbuster launches and hidden gems to in-depth discussions and special guests, Between Levels is where passionate gamers come together to talk about the games that matter most.

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