Level 857 Video Game Podcast

857 Entertainment
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  • VIDEO GAMES
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

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!

  1. What’s Next for Gaming? The Time Has Come For 2026 Predictions!

    12/22/2025

    What’s Next for Gaming? The Time Has Come For 2026 Predictions!

    We’re looking ahead to the future of gaming! In this episode, we share our bold predictions for what 2026 might bring across Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, the industry and beyond! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-387: What’s Next for Gaming? The Time Has Come For 2026 Predictions! 00:00 - Intro 03:16 - Al played Terminator 2D No Fate 07:56 - Choc played Marvel Rivals, Clair Obscur Expedition 33 15:11 - Turb played Ace Attorney Investigations, Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection 1&2 21:28 - Stikz played Ninja Gaiden 4 28:38 - Stal played Absolum 29:46 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Celeste 41:50 - Talking Point: With Expedition 33 Winning Best Indie Game, What Does 'Indie' Mean to You? 49:08 - Xbox U.S. Console Unit Sales Just Reached an All-Time November Low 49:50 - Larian publishing lead says Divinity dev is not "the ideal target" for your AI outrage 57:09 - What’s Next for Gaming? The Time Has Come For 2026 Predictions! P1 1:24:02 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:25:23 - What’s Next for Gaming? The Time Has Come For 2026 Predictions! P2 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 ***Special shout out to all of our supporters, especially our Boss Level Members*** John L.

    2h 50m
  2. Chillin and Chattin!

    12/14/2025

    Chillin and Chattin!

    Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-386: Chillin and Chattin! - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - The Messenger - Netflix Considers Warner Bros. Games To Be Pretty Much Worthless - Skyrim’s Nintendo Switch 2 Port Faces Backlash From Fans - Games Played Discussion - Marvel Cosmic Invasion, Neon Inferno - - Choc played Marvel Rivals, Claire Obscure Expedition 33 - Stal played Claire Obscure Expedition 33 - Turb played Metroid Prime 4, Sonic Racing Crossworlds - Stikz played Ninja Gaiden 4 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 ***Special shout out to all of our supporters, especially our Boss Level Members*** John L.

    1h 2m
  3. Our Shocking Predictions for the 2025 Game Awards!

    12/07/2025

    Our Shocking Predictions for the 2025 Game Awards!

    We break down our picks and predictions for each major category at the 2025 Game Awards! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-385: Our Shocking Predictions for the 2025 Game Awards! 00:00 - Intro 02:41- Games Played Discussion - Absolum, Double Dragon Revive 10:20 - Stal played Claire Obscure Expedition 33, Marvel Cosmic Invasion 19:58 - Al played Assassins Creed Shadow 22:53 - Choc played Street Fighter 6, Ninja Gaiden 4, Marvel Rivals 28:30 - Turb played Final Fantasy Tactics, Octopath Traveler 0 35:58 - Stikz played Burnout Revenge, Guitaroo man 44:48 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - My Friend Pedro 49:14 - Xbox Partner Preview | November 2025: Everything Announced From Our Amazing Partners 1:21:05 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:23:21 - Our Shocking Predictions for the 2025 Game Awards! 2:37:05 - Game Giveaway Winner Announcement 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 ***Special shout out to all of our supporters, especially our Boss Level Members*** John L.

    2h 42m
  4. Our Ultimate Ranked 8-Bit NES Capcom Game Tier List!

    12/01/2025

    Our Ultimate Ranked 8-Bit NES Capcom Game Tier List!

    We’re revisiting the golden age of 8-bit gaming to rank Capcom’s entire NES lineup! From timeless hits to forgotten experiments, we’re debating which classics still hold up and which fall short in our ultimate tier list showdown! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-384: Our Ultimate Ranked 8-Bit NES Capcom Game Tier List! 00:00 - Intro 03:04 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Katana Zero 05:53 - Our Ultimate Ranked 8-Bit NES Capcom Game 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 ***Special shout out to all of our supporters, especially our Boss Level Members*** John L.

    1h 54m
  5. Fan Games vs. Official Releases: Who Did It Better?

    11/24/2025

    Fan Games vs. Official Releases: Who Did It Better?

    We dive into the exciting world of video game creativity as we compare fan-made passion projects to official developer releases! From community-driven remakes and inspired reimaginings to big-budget sequels and reboots, we explore which ones capture the true spirit of gaming. Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-383: Fan Games vs. Official Releases: Who Did It Better? 00:00 - Intro 02:04 - Games Played Discussion - Absolum 06:58 - Al played Claire Obscure Expedition 33, Luminous 13:29 - Choc played Street Fighter 6, Marvel Rivals 20:52- Turb played Donkey Kong (Game Boy), Final Fantasy Tactics 27:30 - Stikz played Ninja Gaiden 4, Ridge Racer (PSP) 35:27 - Stal played Star Wars Jedi Survivor, Vernal Edge, Dark Deity 46:13 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Cyber Shadow 49:42 - Survey reveals more players in the US and UK prefer single-player games over multiplayer 56:44 - Rumor: Rockstar Could Be Considering Switch 2 Port of GTA 6 1:01:09 - The first official photos from The Legend of Zelda live-action movie have been published 1:10:45 - Valve Claims Steam Machine Outperforms 70% of Current Gaming PCs 1:20:36 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:25:18 - Fan Games vs. Official Releases: Who Did It Better? 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 ***Special shout out to all of our supporters, especially our Boss Level Members*** John L.

    2h 20m
  6. Do Video Game Remakes Promote or Stifle Creativity?

    11/16/2025

    Do Video Game Remakes Promote or Stifle Creativity?

    We dive into the debate surrounding modern game remakes... are they revitalizing classic experiences or holding back innovation? From nostalgia-fueled reimaginings to one-to-one remasters, we explore whether the remake trend is helping or hurting the industry. Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-382: Do Video Game Remakes Promote or Stifle Creativity? 00:00 - Intro 03:57 - Al played Jitsu Squad, Claire Obscure Expedition 33 11:15 - Choc played Smash Ultimate, Marvel Rivals 17:00 - Turb played Kirby Forgotten Lamd NS2 Edition + StarCrossed World 22:57 - Stikz played Ninja Gaiden 4 30:20 - Stal played Star Wars Jedi Survivor 38:37 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap 47:19 - Rockstar Co-Founder Dan Houser Says Red Dead Redemption 3 'Will Probably Happen' and He'd Feel a Bit Sad About It 'Because It Was a Cohesive Two-Game Arc' 57:04 - GTA 6 Is Delayed Again Until November 2026 1:02:08 - Halo Infinite's Next Major Update Will Be Its Last So Halo Studios Can Focus on 'Multiple Halo Titles in Development' 1:05:25 - Steam Machines have returned: all the news about Valve’s new hardware universe 1:21:00 - Do Video Game Remakes Promote or Stifle Creativity? 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 ***Special shout out to all of our supporters, especially our Boss Level Members*** John L.

    2h 8m
  7. Broken at Launch: Games That Got Good After Release

    11/10/2025

    Broken at Launch: Games That Got Good After Release

    We call out and breakdown the games that launched as buggy messes but became beloved masterpieces, thanks to the dedication of hardworking, tenacious developers! Stick around as we sound off on this week’s biggest gaming headlines and share what’s been keeping our controllers busy! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-381: Broken at Launch: Games That Got Good After Release 00:00 - Intro 05:02 - Games Played Discussion - Double Dragon Revive, Army of 2: 40th Day 21:09 - Al played Claire Obscure expedition 33, Ninja Gaiden 4 34:01 - Choc played Resident Evil 2 remake, Marvel Rivals Zombie, Ghost of Yotei 44:22 - Turb played Final Fantasy Tactics, Hollow Knight Silksong 56:58 - Stikz played Horizon Forbidden West 1:02:56 - Stal played Star Wars Jedi Survivor 1:14:10 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Hollow Knight 1:19:26 - Halo: Campaign Evolved Is the Final Nail in the Coffin for the Xbox Exclusive — but in Truth the PS5 Version Comes as No Surprise 1:28:38 - We asked Phil Spencer about the "Xbox's Next Console", Kojima's "OD", the future of the "Halo" series, and other curious things. 1:38:24 - Crash Bandicoot Set to Return — as a Netflix Animated Series 1:41:57 - Nintendo Raises Hardware Forecast as Switch 2 Sales Hit 10.36 Million, Continuing Streak as the Biggest Console Launch of All Time 1:49:23 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:54:50 - Broken at Launch: Games That Got Good After Release 2:38:10 - Game Giveaway Winner Announcement 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 ***Special shout out to all of our supporters, especially our Boss Level Members*** John L.

    2h 44m
  8. The Ultimate Ranked Horror Video Game Franchise Tier List!

    11/01/2025

    The Ultimate Ranked Horror Video Game Franchise Tier List!

    We dive into the dark to rank the most iconic horror game series ever made in our very own tier list! 🎃 From terrifying classics to modern nightmares 👻, we decide which franchises are truly essential 🩸 and which ones deserve to stay buried ⚰️. Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-380: The Ultimate Ranked Horror Video Game Franchise Tier List! 00:00 - Intro 01:37 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Splintered Fate 06:46 - The Ultimate Ranked Horror Video Game Franchise 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 ***Special shout out to all of our supporters, especially our Boss Level Members*** John L.

    2h 8m
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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!

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  • Creator
    857 Entertainment
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2025
  • Episodes
    388
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 857 Entertainment
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    Level 857 Video Game Podcast