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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, Ben, and Dennis talk about Hades 2, Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, 9 Kings, and much more!

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Ben: Aska. 9 Kings.

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Dennis: Hades 2.

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Kaye: Silent Hill f. Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles.

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Kaye, Dennis, Jala, and Moxie talk about Silent Hill f, Mars First Logistics, Cyclopean: The Great Abyss, and much more!

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Jala: Cyclopean: The Great Abyss. Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc.

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Moxie: Warhammer 40k: Darktide.

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Kaye, Ben, and Dennis talk about Aska, Deep Rock Galactic Survivor, Vintage Story, and much more!

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Ben: Aska.

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Kaye: Vintage Story. Silent Cleaning. Aberration Analyst. Anno 117.

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Dennis: Deep Rock Galactic Survivor. Elden ... more

Kaye, Ben, Dennis, and Moxie talk about Borderlands 4, Silksong, No Case Should Remain Unsolved, and much more!

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Ben: No Case Should Remain Unsolved.

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Moxie: The Division 2. Silksong.

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Kaye: Silksong.

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Dennis: Silksong... more

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Hosts

Kaye Ross
Host and participant in lively discussions about gaming and culture.
Moxie
Co-host contributing to discussions about gaming and personal experiences.
Ben Merkel
Co-host discussing various gaming topics and experiences.
Dennis Furia
Co-host sharing insights on gaming and community culture.
Jala Prendes
Co-host sharing personal anecdotes and insights on gaming.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 180 ratings
  • 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 States2 years ago
  • Excellent as always ?

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    exoticflipflop
    3 years ago
  • Excellent as always 🍄

    Podcast Addict
    4
    exoticflipflop
    3 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 States4 years ago
  • Great Fun Hangout Vibes

    There’s not enough podcasts like this. A group of friends with great chemistry and a good taste in games.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lidrien
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some comments suggest that while most episodes are enjoyable, a few may feel either too long or rambling, reflecting on the need for tighter editing in certain discussions. Overall, the podcast is well-received in the gaming community.
Positive feedback indicates that the show does an excellent job of covering video game news while maintaining an engaging and entertaining format. Listeners enjoy the balance between personal stories and gaming topics.
Listeners appreciate the chemistry and camaraderie among the hosts, often feeling like they are part of the conversation. Many praise the insightful discussions and personal anecdotes wrapped in humor, which makes it easy to connect with the content.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#244
United States/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#153
Sweden/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#182
Chile/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#213
Norway/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#222
Japan/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#234
Denmark/Leisure/Video Games

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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.
The Level 508: Corn on the Cob Was There
Q: What are some of your favorite examples of environmental storytelling in games?
Callum mentions Old Yharnam in Bloodborne as a great example, referencing the backstory implied through the ruined town's design and circumstances.
The Level 509: Darts Made out of Jeans
Q: What game took what you thought you knew about its genre and flipped it upside down?
Many hosts note games like 'Dark Souls' and 'Bioshock' as transformative experiences that reshaped their understanding of RPGs and FPS games respectively, highlighting the depth and narrative intricacies these titles introduced.

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This podcast brings together a group of passionate friends for a weekly discussion centered around video games. Each episode features a lively roundtable conversation where hosts share their experiences with recent gaming adventures, insights into new releases, and personal stories, all infused with humor and camaraderie. Topics vary widely, encompassing everything from video game news and reviews to deep dives into gaming culture and the significance of community, creating an engaging atmosphere filled with friendly banter and shared interests. Notably, the hosts' diverse backgrounds as industry outsiders add a unique perspective, making it relatable and enjoyable for a wide array of listeners.

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The Level launched 13 years ago and published 638 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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