The Level Down Podcast

EA is restructuring, BioWare is reportedly facing closure, and other studios are dealing with cuts. We break down what’s happening across the gaming industry, what it could mean for developers and players, and what this could signal for the future of some of gaming’s biggest franchises. Then we switch gears and review Clayface (2026), the upcoming DC Universe body horror and psychological thriller...

Welcome back to The Level Down Podcast! This episode, we're stepping into the world of Street Fighter to review the latest movie adaptation and discuss the history of video game movies. From legendary gaming franchises making the jump to the big screen to adaptations that leave fans wondering what went wrong, we're looking at what separates a great video game movie from a complete miss. First, we...

This week on The Level Down Podcast, we're talking horror games, major gaming controversies, superhero television, and some of the biggest conversations happening across gaming and entertainment. We review Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival and discuss whether its disturbing atmosphere and iconic horror universe are enough to overcome repetitive gameplay. We also dive into HBO's Lanterns, discussi...

What happens when Paramount and Warner Bros. come together under Skydance — and what could it mean for gaming? On this episode of The Level Down Podcast, we break down the potential impact of the Paramount–Warner Bros. merger on the gaming industry and look at what could be coming next. Warner Bros. already has major gaming franchises like Batman, Mortal Kombat, Hogwarts Legacy, Lord of the Rings,...

Darkwing Duck is officially coming back to Disney+ — and the casting has people talking! Mark Hamill is taking on the role of Drake Mallard/Darkwing Duck, Seth Rogen will voice Launchpad McQuack, and the new series introduces a character named Duckie. We break down the 35-year alternate-world storyline, the return of classic villains like Negaduck and Megavolt, and whether Disney can bring Darkwin...

This week on The Level Down Podcast, we're talking about some of the biggest stories happening across gaming and entertainment — and we're clearing up one important piece of information from our previous discussion. First, we're taking an honest and unbiased look at Marvel's Wolverine. We're also correcting the record on the game's reported sales. There is a current third-party estimate of approxi...

Sony walked away from Hideo Kojima's PHYSINT… and Xbox stepped in. Why did Sony drop one of Kojima's biggest upcoming projects? Did the cost and development time become too much, or did PlayStation just make a decision it could eventually regret? Devin and Chondel break down the shocking PHYSINT situation, Xbox's growing relationship with Kojima, and whether this could become one of Microsoft's bi...

Xbox wants you to play everywhere — but are they also getting ready to charge you based on how long you play? We’re breaking down the latest Xbox strategy and what it could mean for gamers. Then there’s PlayStation’s latest State of Play. Was it actually bad, or did Sony simply fail to give fans the games and announcements they were expecting? We’re talking about why the presentation left some fan...

This week on The Level Down Podcast , we talked about a little bit of everything in gaming, movies, TV, comics, and pop culture. We started with #PSBlackout , the gaming protest targeting Sony over its reported plans to stop producing physical game discs for PlayStation games by early 2028. Is this the beginning of the end for physical games? Next, we reviewed the Lanterns series premiere and talk...

The superhero movie wars are heating up, and there is A LOT to talk about on this episode of The Level Down Podcast. We break down the newly announced X-Men cast, including Sadie Sink as Jean Grey, Kit Connor as Cyclops, Christopher Abbott as Professor X, Inde Navarrette as Rogue, Maya Boyd as Storm, Adam Driver as Mister Sinister, and Samara Weaving as Emma Frost. We also talk about David Jonsson...

To our amazing community, There will not be a new episode of The Level Down Podcast or Bury The Booking Podcast this week. Sometimes life reminds us that the most important thing is spending time with the people we love, and this week we're taking a step back to focus on family. We plan to return next week, whether that's with a partial episode or a full episode, depending on how things come toget...

Welcome to the Season 4 Premiere of The Level Down Podcast ! After three incredible seasons, we're kicking off a brand-new chapter by looking back at our journey, celebrating the amazing creators we've had the privilege of working with, and sharing what's next for the show. This episode is also a personal one. Devin opens up about living with advanced keratoconus , a progressive eye condition that...

In this episode of The Level Down Podcast, we're tackling one of the biggest questions facing gamers today: Has the gaming industry become anti-consumer? From rising game prices and expensive Deluxe Editions to day-one DLC, microtransactions, the decline of physical media, and the live-service craze, we break down the biggest issues shaping the future of gaming. We also dive into Ubisoft's Assassi...

The PlayStation era of physical games is coming to an end, and we're breaking down what it means for gamers everywhere. Sony has officially announced that beginning in January 2028, all new PlayStation games will be released digitally, marking one of the biggest changes in console gaming history. Is this the right move, or is game collecting becoming a thing of the past? We also dive deep into the...

Steam Deck Prices Soar & GTA 6 Continues to Make Headlines | Level Down Podcast This week on the Level Down Podcast, we're covering two of the biggest stories in gaming. Valve has significantly increased the price of the Steam Deck OLED, with the 512 GB model now priced at $789 and the 1 TB model at $949. We discuss what's behind the price increase, the discontinuation of the LCD Steam Deck mo...

Is Xbox in trouble? That's the question we're tackling on this episode of The Level Down Podcast. With reports suggesting Xbox is facing major internal changes, shrinking profit margins, possible studio closures, and a complete shift in strategy, many gamers are wondering what the future of Xbox really looks like. Has Microsoft spent too much money chasing Game Pass growth and massive acquisitions...

🔥 This week on The Level Down Podcast, we're diving deep into one of the biggest gaming weeks of 2026! 🎮 Nintendo Direct 6.9.2026 delivered massive announcements, but did it also signal the official end of the original Nintendo Switch era? We discuss the Ocarina of Time Remake, Kingdom Hearts IV, Star Fox, Xenoblade Genesis, Splatoon Raiders, Nintendo's growing price concerns, and whether Ninten...

The biggest week in gaming is here, and we're breaking it all down! Join Chondel and Devin on The Level Down Podcast as we dive into all the biggest reveals, surprise announcements, and jaw-dropping trailers from PlayStation State of Play 2026, Summer Game Fest 2026, and the Xbox Games Showcase 2026! This week, we're discussing our favorite game announcements, sharing our reactions to the biggest...

This week on The Level Down Podcast, we're diving into one of the biggest surprises of 2026 with our full Spider-Noir Season 1 Review! Starring Nicolas Cage as Ben Reilly, Spider-Noir delivers a unique black-and-white detective story that fully embraces its noir roots while telling a complete and compelling superhero tale. We discuss why it stands out from other comic book adaptations, our favorit...

This week on Level Down Podcast, Chondel and Devin break down some of the biggest gaming and entertainment stories happening right now! Sony is raising PlayStation Plus prices again ahead of GTA 6’s massive launch window — coincidence or strategy? We discuss what this means for gamers and whether the PS6 generation is already taking shape. Bungie shocks fans as Destiny 2 support reportedly comes t...

This week on the Level Down Podcast, we’re diving into some HUGE gaming and entertainment news! We break down the announcement of Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 and discuss whether the sequel can improve on the original with new Xenomorphs, cross-play support, customizable classes, and a brand-new Horde Mode. We also talk about Sony’s newest PS5 exclusive Saros reportedly struggling to hit sales expecta...

We’re diving deep into conspiracy theories, gaming chaos, comic book debates, and wrestling casting rumors in another wild episode of the podcast! This week we discuss how classic episodes of The X-Files are suddenly becoming relevant again after new concerns surrounding hantavirus and reports of possible human-to-human transmission. We also talk about the Pentagon releasing new declassified UFO/U...

This week on the Level Down Podcast, we break down a packed week of gaming news and entertainment updates. Sony is making headlines after reports surfaced about a new PlayStation digital DRM license check, raising concerns that players could temporarily lose access to purchased digital games if their consoles stay offline too long. We discuss what this means for digital ownership, game preservatio...

🎙️ THIS WEEK ON THE LEVEL DOWN PODCAST… 🎙️ Chondel and Devin grab their mics, press record… and immediately forget what they were supposed to talk about. 🤦‍♂️ Join us for another chaotic episode where we attempt to discuss tech, television, and whatever random thoughts sneak into our brains mid-sentence. Somewhere between the rambling, we actually break down the new DC Clayface trailer (yes, we s...

In this episode of the Level Down Podcast, we dive deep into the latest gaming and movie news, including HUGE updates on Xbox, Mortal Kombat II, and the future of Street Fighter on the big screen! Time Stamps: 00:00 Xbox CEO Asha Sharma 14:42 Mortal Kombat 27:00 Street Fighter 44:00 Live Action Talk • Microsoft’s new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma considering cheaper Game Pass tiers after recent price hikes...