The Level Down Podcast

This episode of the Level Down Podcast is powered by pure childhood nostalgia. We’re talking everything that made childhood special — cartoons, theme songs, weird shows, forgotten classics, and the stuff you probably haven’t thought about in decades. We’re also spotlighting Big Saturday Morning Co., a brand dedicated to keeping that nostalgic magic alive — from cartoons and toys to cereal, games,...

This episode of the Level Down Podcast is powered by pure childhood nostalgia. We’re talking everything that made childhood special — cartoons, theme songs, weird shows, forgotten classics, and the stuff you probably haven’t thought about in decades. We’re also spotlighting Big Saturday Morning Co., a brand dedicated to keeping that nostalgic magic alive — from cartoons and toys to cereal, games,...

This week on The Level Down Podcast , we’re breaking down some of the biggest and most concerning stories in gaming right now — from absurdly massive open worlds to the slow death of physical game stores and the permanent loss of online-only games. 🔥 Crimson Desert might be one of the biggest open-world games ever made. Pearl Abyss says the world of Pywel is bigger than Red Dead Redemption 2 and...

This episode of the Level Down Podcast breaks down the biggest gaming stories of 2025 and what to expect in 2026. Highlights from 2025: • Studio closures and layoffs, including Monolith, Arkane Austin, and more • Major AAA delays (GTA VI pushed to 2026) • Live-service fatigue and monetization backlash • Indie games stealing the show Top Games: Arc Raiders, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Mario Kart Worl...

This week, we dive back into the world of Pandora with a full Avatar retrospective and review of the latest chapter in James Cameron’s sci-fi saga. We revisit Avatar (2009), breaking down Jake Sully’s journey from paraplegic Marine to protector of Pandora, and how the film redefined blockbuster filmmaking. Then we move into Avatar: The Way of Water (2022), exploring Jake and Neytiri’s life with th...

This video is packed with DCU and Marvel chaos as we break down multiple major trailer reveals and leaks that could reshape the future of superhero movies and TV. DC Studios’ Lanterns Series (Coming Late Summer 2026) James Gunn’s DCU kicks off a grounded, buddy-cop, detective-style Green Lantern series starring: • Kyle Chandler as veteran Lantern Hal Jordan • Aaron Pierre as rookie Lantern John St...

This week on the Level Down Podcast, we’re hitting The Game Awards 2025 from every angle and dropping our hottest takes on movie trailers and major industry news. GAME AWARDS 2025 • Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 didn’t just win Game of the Year — it made history with nine total wins. • Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic — a narrative-first, single-player RPG from BioWare veterans. • Tomb Raider: Le...

Level Down Podcast – Unscripted Chaos! This week, we threw the script out the window! First, we dive into the wild world of AI taking over gaming—are our controllers in danger?! Then, we let AI take the wheel and generated our own topics… and things got completely ridiculous. Expect laughs, surprises, and moments where even we’re like, “Wait… what just happened?!” Follow us on Social Media: Instag...

WELCOME BACK to the Level Down Podcast! First up: We’re diving straight into The Game Awards 2025 nominees. We break down the biggest categories, share our bold predictions, rant about surprises, and hype up the games that truly earned their spot. Next: We take an exciting look at the Xbox Partners Preview 2025. What’s coming? What shocked us? What has us counting down the days? We’ve got thoughts...

This week on The Level Down Podcast, we dive into a packed lineup of gaming discussions designed to keep you informed and entertained. We start with the surprising return of Steam Machines and what this could mean for PC gaming and the broader industry. Next, we break down the Top 10 Nintendo Games as chosen by Nintendo Life and IGN, compare the two lists, and then reveal our own Top 10 picks. Exp...

The Level Down Podcast This week we dive deep into the latest in TV, movies, and gaming! TV/MOVIE NEWS • First Ghostbusters and Toxic Avenger, now it’s Gremlins’ turn! A new Gremlins movie is officially confirmed for November 19, 2027, with Steven Spielberg serving as Executive Producer. • Nintendo’s Live-Action Legend of Zelda Movie is officially in development! Featuring Bo Bragason as Princess...

DC is reshaping its universe again with The Absolute Universe — a bold new line featuring Absolute Batman, Absolute Wonder Woman, Absolute Superman, Absolute Flash, Absolute Martian Manhunter, Absolute Green Lantern, and more. The latest bombshell? Zatanna becomes a villain in Absolute Wonder Woman #12–16, sporting a dark punk redesign and a deadly new purpose against Diana. Meanwhile, Netflix con...

This Week on The Level Down Podcast We’ve got a packed show with reviews, rants, and discussions from the world of gaming. • First up, we dive into our thoughts on AI in video games — how it’s changing development, gameplay, and storytelling for better (and sometimes worse). • Ninja Gaiden 4 Review – Brutal, fast, and frustrating in all the right ways. We break down what works and what doesn’t in...

Welcome back to The Level Down Podcast, your home for real conversations about movies, gaming, TV, and comics. This week’s episode is stacked with major news, hot takes, and a few surprises along the way. We are kicking things off with Frankenstein from Guillermo del Toro. This is not your typical horror movie. It is one of the most stunning adaptations ever made—arguably the best since the 1931 o...

Welcome back to The Level Down Podcast! This week, we’re diving into a mix of TV, gaming, and superhero talk. We kick things off by asking a big question: is Batman just a regular human or actually a meta-human? Devin shares his full review of the campaign for Battlefield 6 by Electronic Arts, while Chondel breaks down his experience with the open beta for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 from Activision...

This Week on The Level Down Podcast What do Jonathan Majors, dial-up internet, and billion-dollar gaming deals all have in common? We’re breaking it all down in this week’s episode of The Level Down Podcast. Chondel and Devin kick things off with a funny debate about how Jonathan Majors somehow looks both old and young at the same time — the ultimate “old young ass man.” From there, we realize we’...

This week on the Level Down Podcast, we’re covering everything from the world of comics to the biggest gaming reveals. First, DC’s Tobias Whale actor Marvin Jones III is officially crossing over to Marvel as he takes on the role of Tombstone in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. We then hit the highlights from Tokyo Game Show 2025 before diving headfirst into the Sony State of Play 2025, where we break do...

This week we shine the spotlight on J1-Con 2025, the longest running 100% Black-owned anime convention in the United States! 🎉 Established in 2012 under J1 Studios LLC, J1-Con celebrates anime, gaming, comics, art, music, education, and content creation while bringing together cosplayers, artists, vendors, musicians, families, and fans from all walks of life. Taking place September 27–28, 2025 at...

New games, old classics, and wild hot takes — this week’s episode has it all! We kick things off by roasting the brand-new Borderlands 4 (don’t worry… we didn’t buy it, but that won’t stop us from talking junk). Then it’s on to the Nintendo Direct 2025 bombshells: • A Super Mario Galaxy Movie is officially on the way • The shocking return of the Virtual Boy — did anyone see this coming? And to top...

“Sophie Turner is Lara Croft, Marvel Zombies hits Disney+, LEGO drops a $1,000 Death Star, and we’ve got all the hot takes you need this week!” This week on the Level Down Podcast, we’ve got one of the wildest entertainment roundups yet. Amazon has officially revived Tomb Raider, and none other than Sophie Turner is stepping into the role of Lara Croft. Is she the right choice to lead the franchis...

Gears of War: Reloaded is OUT NOW! The classic is back with next-gen graphics, faster gameplay, cross-play, and Game Pass day one. Is this the perfect reboot for Gears fans? • Just released on August 26, 2025, Gears of War: Reloaded is a stunning remaster of the 2006 classic, rolling out across Xbox Series X|S, PC (via Steam and Microsoft Store), and — for the first time — PlayStation 5 • Expect g...

Devin dives into his review of the newly purchased CMF Watch Pro 2 and shares first impressions of what this smart device brings to the table. Alongside Chondel, we also take a look at other products from the “Nothing” company and discuss what’s worth keeping an eye on. We also want to give a big thank you to Gamescom Future Games Show for allowing us to co-stream on our Twitch account! After that...

This week on The Level Down Podcast, we’re back with another loaded show covering gaming and movie news you don’t want to miss! First up, we dive into the ongoing situation with Roblox and break down what it means for players, developers, and the future of the platform. Then, we discuss why Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will NOT be coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 despite Microsoft’s original promise d...

Stay tuned until the end for our Battlefield 6 beta verdict and a wild indie game you’ve never heard of! Former Superman star Dean Cain is making headlines after announcing he’s joining ICE “ASAP” to “save America.” We also revisit his 2006 Smallville appearance in “Subterranean,” where Clark Kent (Tom Welling) faces his own “illegal” status. Plus — is The Office spinoff The Paper worth the hype?...

In this episode, Chondel and Devin dive into the latest box office numbers for Marvel Studios and Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, focusing on Matt Shakman's The Fantastic Four: First Steps and James Gunn's Superman reboot in the DC Universe. We also break down the recent reports that Reed Richards won’t lead the Avengers in Marvel’s Doomsday event film. Plus, we react to the Spider-Man: Brand...