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

    Soulslikes, $100 Games & The Future ft. Arc Knight & Keith Mitchell | Between Levels Podcast Ep. 5

    Join WheelieAverage alongside special guests Arc Knight and Keith Mitchell as they dive into Soulslike games, upcoming releases, game development, rising prices and the realities of creating content in the gaming space. In this episode, we discuss Elden Ring and modded Soulslike experiences, some of the most frustrating enemies in Dark Souls and Bloodborne, fall damage and traversal mechanics, Mortal Shell 2, Blood of the Dawnwalker, Lords of the Fallen, GTA VI pricing, the importance of supporting indie developers, art direction versus hyper-realistic graphics and much more. Keith and Arc also share their experiences from across the gaming industry and offer advice for aspiring streamers and content creators looking to build genuine communities. Between Levels is a weekly gaming podcast bringing together different perspectives from across the gaming community to discuss the latest news, releases and trends shaping the industry. Follow Between Levels: Instagram: @betweenlevelspodcast TikTok: @betweenlevelspodcast X: @BtweenLevels Featuring: WheelieAverage Arc Knight - https://www.youtube.com/@ArcKnightt Keith Mitchell - https://www.youtube.com/@UCeiLjzNqtYKk-M8lRIW1BMg Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and guest lineup 02:00 Getting into Soulslikes and modded Elden Ring 08:00 The most hated enemies in Soulslike games 15:00 Fall damage, traversal and game design 22:00 Mortal Shell 2, Blood of the Dawnwalker and upcoming games 38:00 GTA VI, $100 games and the future of game pricing 51:00 AAA development, indie games and industry collaboration 1:05:00 Industry egos, consumer expectations and value 1:15:00 Advice for aspiring content creators and streamers 1:23:00 Community questions and what’s next for Between Levels

  2. Jul 17

    Black Flag Resynced, DOOM & Echoes Of Aincrad ft. DreamcastGuy | Between Levels Podcast Ep. 4

    WheelieAverage, Sarthe, and FightinCowboy are joined by special guest DreamcastGuy for Episode 4 of Between Levels. In this episode, we discuss Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced and how it revitalizes one of the franchise’s most beloved games, our disappointment with Echoes of Aincrad, and the Revelations DLC for DOOM: The Dark Ages. We also share our Fantasy Critic predictions for Mortal Shell 2 and Valor Mortis, discuss the future of physical media and digital game ownership, reflect on classic games including Skies of Arcadia and Final Fantasy VII, and reveal some of our most controversial gaming opinions and guilty pleasures. Check out DreamcastGuy: https://www.youtube.com/@DreamcastGuy Follow Between Levels: Instagram: @betweenlevelspodcast Facebook: Between Levels Podcast X: @BtweenLevels YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BetweenLevelsPodcast Timestamps: 00:00 - Welcome and DreamcastGuy introduction 02:16 - Fantasy Critic League update 03:42 - DOOM: The Dark Ages Revelations review 05:58 - Boss challenges and DLC features 10:12 - Our disappointment with Echoes of Aincrad 15:47 - Game reviews, scores, and upcoming releases 24:20 - Mortal Shell 2 predictions and demo impressions 33:03 - Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced 36:48 - Combat, ship battles, and gameplay changes 44:27 - Why Black Flag remains so beloved 55:47 - Physical media and digital game ownership 1:07:44 - Our favorite games and guilty pleasures 1:24:49 - Popular games that missed the mark 1:28:58 - Nostalgic and guilty-pleasure picks 1:31:11 - Controversial gaming opinions 1:33:12 - Closing thoughts and thanks to DreamcastGuy

  3. Jul 3

    The Best Soulslikes & The Death Of Physical Games | Between Levels Podcast Ep. 3

    Join WheelieAverage, Sarthe, and FightinCowboy as they dive into Soulslike games, the future of physical media, digital-only gaming, horror game tropes, PC gaming, and the changing shape of the industry. In this episode, we discuss what actually makes a game a Soulslike, our favorite Soulslike experiences, Elden Ring, co-op and invasion mechanics, build crafting, modding, PlayStation's reported move away from physical game production, digital ownership, game pricing, PC gaming versus consoles, horror game design, The Dark Pictures Anthology, Fantasy Critic updates, 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 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fbBIA8aOWss Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and host banter 03:24 Best Soulslike games and FromSoftware alternatives 07:38 What actually makes a game a Soulslike? 08:55 Multiplayer, co-op, and invasions in Souls games 11:21 Elden Ring and co-op experiences 13:45 Lords of the Fallen and modern co-op systems 16:04 Modding in FromSoftware games 18:22 Sarthe's favorite non-World of Warcraft game 20:07 Build crafting, lore, and Soulslike depth 22:13 Breaking game mechanics for fun 23:43 Game difficulty and player attitudes 25:33 Sleep schedules, ADHD, and gaming habits 32:35 PlayStation, physical games, and digital-only trends 36:41 Digital ownership and game pricing 40:16 Piracy, preservation, and the value of physical media 44:17 Esports and competitive gaming 50:06 All-digital consoles and the future of hardware 55:12 PC gaming, nostalgia, and hardware choices 1:02:30 How quickly can you tell if a game is for you? 1:09:45 Horror game tropes and genre evolution 1:15:30 The Dark Pictures Anthology discussion 1:20:02 Fantasy Critic updates and bid strategies 1:24:25 Channel updates and subscriber milestones 1:25:44 Upcoming episodes and future topics 1:26:40 Closing thoughts Follow for new episodes every week and leave your questions for future episodes. #GamingPodcast #Soulslike #EldenRing #PhysicalGames #BetweenLevels

  4. Jun 26

    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.

  5. 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.

  • 5 Episodes

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About

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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  • Creator
    Between Levels Podcast
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
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