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The Level

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The Level is a podcast for people who love video games. It's a weekly roundtable hosted by friends and industry outsiders Kaye Ross, Ben Merkel, Dennis Furia, Moxie, and Jala Prendes. Every Friday, we discuss video game news, the games we've been playing, and listener mail. RSS Feed: www.patreon.com/rss/80117?show=1693347

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Latest Episodes

Kaye, Dennis, Jala, and Moxie talk about Idols of Ash, Forbidden Solitaire, Knights and Bikes, and much more!

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Jala: Book Bound. Lurking. Idols of Ash. Dispatch.

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Dennis: The Dark Queen of Mortholme. Knights and Bikes.

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Kaye, Ben, Dennis, and Moxie talk about Dead as Disco, Saros, Deadlock, and much more!

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Moxie: Dead as Disco.

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Ben: Saros.

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Dennis: Deadlock.

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Kaye: Forbidden Solitaire.

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Kaye, Ben, Dennis, and Moxie talk about Saros, Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred, Trepang2, and much more!

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Moxie: Trepang2. Minishoot’ Adventures.

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Ben: Saros.

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Dennis: Diablo 4: The Lord of Hatred.

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Kaye: RimWorld.

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Kaye, Ben, Dennis, and Moxie talk about Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred, Vampire Crawlers, Marathon, and much more!

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Dennis: Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred. Trackmania.

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David: Minishoot’ Adventures. Marathon.

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Hosts

Kaye Ross
Host of The Level; long-running, veteran voice on the show; brings a steady, friendly perspective and deep gaming knowledge.
Dennis Furia
Core host known for thoughtful takes, humor, and approachable banter; often anchors discussions with practical insights.
Moxie
Regular host with a sharp, energetic voice and a knack for balancing humor with analysis.
Ben Merkel
Cozy, insightful host with a balance of humor and rigorous discussion; contributes wide-ranging gaming takes.
Jala Prendes
Regular host known for snappy, candid commentary and female perspective within the group.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 186 ratings
  • Chill fun weekly discussions about games

    Fun weekly low key discussion regarding what games have come out, what folks are playing, and other such content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SemperAudientis
    United States6 months ago
  • Enjoyable gaming podcast

    This is a good group with nice friend chemistry and some good game recommendations. Nice to hear a gaming podcast out of the Midwest

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jill Lloyd Flanagan
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent as always ?

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    exoticflipflop
    4 years ago
  • Excellent as always 🍄

    Podcast Addict
    4
    exoticflipflop
    4 years ago
  • Wonderful

    An absolutely lovely podcast to learn about new video games, and the option to chime in with your own opinion is always a delight!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    eli43068
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners value the mix of news, hands-on play, and banter; the rotating guest chair adds fresh perspectives.
High-quality discussions and a strong community vibe keep fans coming back week after week.
Some listeners note occasional pacing dips or prefer certain hosts over others.
Chemistry among the core four is a major strength, making episodes feel like hanging out with friends.

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#222
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The Level 581: A Disappointment That Will Not Wash Away
Q: Dennis asks, nothing is worse than wasted potential. What is the most disappointing offering from a studio that you know is capable of better?
The group cites a variety of disappointing titles across generations, with speakers pointing to overhyped sequels, misaligned tonal shifts, and projects that failed to live up to earlier reputations, including discourses on Endings that collapse under heavy-handed design and brands that shine in concept but falter in execution.
The Level 578: Staph McRacken
Q: Dennis, what is the question that you asked the nice people?
The question prompts listeners to share examples of enemies in games that look more dangerous than they actually are, or conversely look harmless but prove to be deadly, encouraging a wide range of crowd-sourced responses.
The Level 538: Desiccated, Decrepit Dudes
Q: What fictional culture from a video game do you find the most intriguing and why?
The culture featured in the DLC for The Outer Wilds is creepy and scary while still managing to evoke pathos in the player.
The Level 520: T.T.T. Approaching Zero
Q: What is your comfort game?
The hosts and listeners share various comfort games that they always keep installed, highlighting personal favorites like Rogue Galaxy and Nuclear Throne.
The Level 508: Corn on the Cob Was There
Q: What is happening in the world of video game making tools?
The company that makes RPG Maker announced a new tool called Action Game Maker, aimed at providing a user-friendly way to create platformers, complete with stock assets.

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A weekly, casual roundtable where a core group of friends and industry outsiders discusses video game news, personal plays, and listener interactions. Episodes frequently blend hands-on impressions of recent releases with banter, tangents about pop culture, and thoughtful takes on design, accessibility, and industry trends. The show stands out for its approachable vibe, consistent rotating perspectives from four main hosts plus occasional guests, and a strong sense of community through listener prompts and feedback. Listeners should expect approachable conversations, humor, and practical game recommendations across both contemporary and classic titles.

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