Are point-and-clicks still a thing? Apparently! This week we're discussing our impressions of Deponia, as well as the strengths and weaknesses of the adventure game genre. You'll also be treated to Marcus trying to stump Jared with a bunch of gibberish words, and a short story about a voice actor Jared worked with recently. If you want your comments read on the show, you can message us at LevelWithUsPodcast [at] gmail [dot] com! You can also reach us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LvlWithUs -- ...
Nov 29, 2021•22 min•Ep. 12
Before our next episode releases next week, we thought it'd be helpful to know what games are on the horizon for Level With Us! So, here is a sneak preview, accompanied by some excellent lo-fi beats composed by Marcus himself. Happy listening! As always, if you have thoughts you'd like to have read on the show, reach out to us at LevelWithUsPodcast [at] gmail [dot] com!
Nov 22, 2021•4 min
It's time to discuss Demon Turf - a new 3D platformer which uses 2D sprites for its characters. While we were left a little divided on it overall, we've got plenty to say about its great movement and rad music! Be sure to stick around till the end for a special musical number from Marcus to all our listeners (but especially the ones that reviewed our podcast!). ;) If you have thoughts you'd like featured in our regular discussions, just e-mail us at LevelWithUsPodcast [at] gmail.com! You can als...
Nov 15, 2021•28 min•Ep. 11
We FINALLY get to talk about one of our favorite games of all time! A Short Hike is amazing, enough that we would recommend it to just about anyone. Still not convinced? Take a listen as we discuss the game design, struggle to come up with 'Quick Jabs,' and maybe even get a bit emotional about it. Oh! And as a special bonus, stick around for our 'Rabbit Holes' segment to hear a psuedo-Japanese-EDM track Marcus composed! If you want to have YOUR NAME sung by Marcus in a future episode, leave a re...
Nov 08, 2021•24 min•Ep. 10
3 games in one episode?! This time, we are covering three of the best indie games that have "deck-building," a board game mechanic Jared just can't get enough of: Slay the Spire, Dicey Dungeons, & Griftlands! You can expect less segments this time, but fear not, we've still got a couple quick jabs to get off our chests. Plus, stay tuned after the credits for a special educational lesson from Marcus! If you have thoughts you'd like featured in our regular discussions, just e-mail us at LevelW...
Nov 01, 2021•27 min•Ep. 9
Featuring our special guest/Metroid veteran Dallin, join us for a very spoiler-heavy discussion of Metroid Dread! Today we'll be talking about the ending, debating exactly how much foreign DNA Samus has, and trying very hard not to keep mentioning Hollow Knight. If you have thoughts you'd like featured in our regular discussions, just e-mail us at LevelWithUsPodcast [at] gmail.com! Dallin's Music: https://soundcloud.com/dallinfrank Marcus's Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3WtF1SWhU6IzZaKW...
Oct 18, 2021•38 min•Ep. 8
The Dreaded day has arrived…and we’re here to talk about it! This week we’ll be going over our first impressions of Metroid Dread (minor spoilers for the first two bosses/areas in the game), and next week we’ll do a full-on spoiler discussion as well! Listen to us gush about the animation in the game, share a quiz question for our listeners, and offer a sincere, heartfelt plea from Marcus. If you have thoughts you'd like featured in our regular discussions, just e-mail us at LevelWithUsPodcast [...
Oct 11, 2021•27 min•Ep. 7
It's time to get cozy and take some pictures with the new indie game TOEM! Relax as Marcus serenades Jared with a live melodica performance, Jared talks about his love of squishy sock sound effects, and a special surprise at the 10 minute mark! If you have thoughts you'd like featured in our regular discussions, just e-mail us at LevelWithUsPodcast [at] gmail.com! Music Credits: Some of the music you heard here is from the soundtrack of TOEM and was used with permission from developers 'Somethin...
Sep 27, 2021•26 min•Ep. 6
Grab your friends, grab some garlic, and get it together with Jared & Marcus as we discuss Nintendo's newest party game! Join us as we discuss our favorite characters from the game, some gripes with the unlockable content, and most importantly: air-fryer-made pancakes. If you have thoughts you'd like featured in our regular discussions, just e-mail us at LevelWithUsPodcast [at] gmail.com! Music Credits: Some of the music you heard here can also be heard in the game “WarioWare: Get It Togethe...
Sep 20, 2021•27 min•Ep. 5
Join us for a short discussion on a little "reverse-detective" indie title called Overboard! In this episode you'll hear how Jared completely flubbed his first run, Marcus gets educated on gambling laws, and also a pretty decent motorcycle impersonation. If you have thoughts you'd like featured in our regular discussions, just e-mail us at LevelWithUsPodcast [at] gmail.com! Music Credits: Some of the music you heard here can also be heard in the game “Overboard” and exists in the public domain. ...
Sep 13, 2021•24 min•Ep. 4
We've reached the end of Neo! Join us for one last discussion about the game's ending, how we felt about the game overall, and because we couldn't fit ALL of Jared's complaints, stay tuned after the credits for some BONUS quick jabs! If you have thoughts you'd like featured in our regular discussions, just e-mail us at LevelWithUsPodcast [at] gmail.com! Music Credits: “Calling” cover by LegendAV Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aNmP0nnM-xM&ab_channel=Legendav ‘ZigZag’ by Kevin MacLeod (...
Sep 09, 2021•33 min•Ep. 3
We are now on Week 2! Join us as we discuss the arguably biggest reveal of the game, Motoi's terrible "words of wisdom," and... knitting? If you have thoughts you'd like featured in our regular discussions, just e-mail us at LevelWithUsPodcast [at] gmail.com! Music Credits: “Calling” cover by LegendAV Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aNmP0nnM-xM&ab_channel=Legendav ‘ZigZag’ by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecomm...
Aug 30, 2021•34 min•Ep. 2
Welcome to the very first episode of Level With Us! This is a cozy video game discussion podcast where we play a game section-by-section with our listeners, then meet together to discuss it (think of it like a book club!). If you have thoughts you'd like featured in our regular discussions, just e-mail us at LevelWithUsPodcast [at] gmail.com! This week we are covering Week 1 of ‘NEO: The World Ends With You’. Spoilers ahead! Music Credits: “Calling” cover by LegendAV Link: https://www.youtube.co...
Aug 23, 2021•32 min•Ep. 1
