We think it's OK to quit playing a game before you finish and why there shouldn't be a stigma around those that do.  News of the week detail Mario 3D Collection's end of life, Switch Pro rumors are heating up, Sony pulling the plug on some of their digital storefronts, as well as what games we think would make fun AR experiences after the odd Pikmin AR announcement.  Lastly, our question of the month asks "what is one game franchise you wish you loved as much as everybody else?"  All that and more on the Level 30 Games Podcast!

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Level 30 Games Podcast Ep. 14: It's OK to Quit Games, Mario is Dead, And Sony Pulls the Plug

In this episode the ENTIRE gang sits down for the very first time to discuss the Nintendo Switch Pro that Nintendo denied formally, the cancelled Goldeneye game that never was, and we talk about (with Nintendo's domination of the Japanese market) are the console wars dead.  We throw in a little Zelda at the end but we're saving that for another episode ;) UPDATE:  The audio issues within the episode have been corrected and a new file uploaded.  Sorry for any playback issues -Tom 2/17/21

Level 30 Games Podcast Ep. 13: Are the Console Wars Dead? Nintendo Dominates Japan, and More!

In the final episode of the year, Joe, Kevin, and Tom breakdown the best games over the last decade year by year from 2010 up to now.  We plead our cases to one another, make some tough decisions, and agonize on what we think is the best gaming experience, most monumental to the industry, and of course the most fun.  Enjoy the past 10 years of gaming in this super-sized episode.

Level 30 Games Podcast Ep. 12 Part 2: GAME OF THE DECADE

Joe, Kevin, and Tom sit and recap the 7th Annual Game Awards (2020) presentation discussing highs and lows of the show, special announcements, and of course winners and snubs.  Lastly, we start our games of the year conversation.  This is Part 1 of a 2 part podcast.  Part 2 will be release the end of the month.  

Level 30 Games Podcast Ep. 12 Part 1: The Game Awards Recap / Game of the Year

We sit and discus our thoughts on Nintendo's collection of classic Mario games in the 3D All Stars release as well as some of the other 35th anniversary announcements.  Next Gen console wars heat up as we discuss the advantages and disadvantages the PS5 and Xbox Series X bring to the table with launch day getting closer and closer.

Level 30 Podcast Ep. 11: Thoughts on Mario 3D Allstars and The Next-Gen Rivalry Looms Large

We've officially hit double digits!  Episode 10!  We were gone for so long but now we're back!  And this is an episode we are so very proud of so please do give a listen and enjoy.  In episode 10 we discuss Mario's 35th anniversary, a lackadaisical apology from Nintendo on Joycon drift, and we debate the notion of video games being too long.

Level 30 Podcast Ep. 10: Mario's 35th Anniversary, Joycon Drift, and a Heated debate on Game Length

We may be quarantined but that does't mean we can't bring you some Level 30 gaming goodness from afar!  Joe, Ada, and Tom are excited to bring you another episode where we discuss the latest Nintendo Direct news and insight, some Animal Crossing stuff, next-gen insight for Microsoft and Sony, as well as play a little F***/Marry/Kill with what are our least favorite and most desired Mario games.  Enjoy!NOTE:  Please bear with the slightly lower audio quality as we recorded remotely the best we could.Check us out on youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPikJyduNuK5mvmix_mU8rQEpisode 08: https://youtu.be/2azeURAvGyQEpisode 07: https://youtu.be/7Q0Vtv4WKs0 Episode 06: https://youtu.be/xYOQmJymrsc 

Level 30 Podcast Ep. 09: Nintendo Direct Mini, Animal Crossing, Next Gen Console Discussion, and F/M/K Mainline Mario Game

We give some thoughts on the Animal Crossing direct, get into the rumors from last episode we got wrong (which was all of them) and discuss the next wave of internet chatter involving Metroid Prime 4, Pikmin 4, and Mario Kart 9.  Without asking for listener questions we discuss first and third party games we'd like to see on the system, and Kevin acts as an ambassador to Blockbuster Video.Check us out on youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPikJyduNuK5mvmix_mU8rQEpisode 07: https://youtu.be/7Q0Vtv4WKs0 Episode 06: https://youtu.be/xYOQmJymrscEpisode 05: https://youtu.be/apFI-UFPCVE

Level 30 Podcast Ep. 08: Animal Crossing Direct, Metroid Prime 4, Pikmin 4, Mario Kart 9 and some more wishful thinking!

This episode starts off the rails a little bit but man do we dig into some good things.  Mostly what 2020 looks like for the switch, including the Switch Pro rumors as they are back again and what the release schedule looks like.  Not to mention we've had TWO directs since the start of the year both for Pokemon and Smash Bros.  Yeah, there is a lot to unpack.  For those inclined, check out the youtube video to see the new set and let us know what you think!Check us out on youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPikJyduNuK5mvmix_mU8rQEpisode 06: https://youtu.be/xYOQmJymrscEpisode 05: https://youtu.be/apFI-UFPCVE Episode 04: https://youtu.be/u4oG4uUSVcY 

Level 30 Podcast Ep. 07: Switch Hardware AND Software Rumors, 2020 Outlook, Multiple Directs, and More!

Tom, Joe, and Kevin (he's alive!) sit down to discuss the Game Awards, as well as the Nintendo's year in review as it was a doozy. There is also a lot of chaos as we go off the rails a few times so enjoy the zaniness that is, and we'll join you again next year!Check us out on youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPikJyduNuK5mvmix_mU8rQEpisode 05: https://youtu.be/apFI-UFPCVE Episode 04: https://youtu.be/u4oG4uUSVcY Episode 03: https://youtu.be/xU1I5f_IAlY 

Level 30 Podcast Ep. 06: 2019 In Review, Game Awards Discussion, Favorite Games of the Year

Joe and Tom (Kevin couldn't make it) discuss their thoughts on whether or not Pokemon Sword and Shield works for busy adults, as well as their thoughts on the opening hours of the game.  Finally, we get into the Game Award Nominees, what we are playing, and of course answer some listener questions.

Level 30 Podcast Ep. 05: Pokemon Sword and Shield Thoughts, The Game Awards, and More

With three big heavy hitters like that in the title you know we ran long today.  The gang discusses Nintendo's latest mobile offering, recap some of the recent Pokemon news while injecting some thoughts on the long running series' debut on switch, while trying to pin point exactly when Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 is releasing.

Level 30 Podcast Ep. 04: Mario Kart Mobile, Pokemon Sword and Shield, and Zelda BotW 2

In this episode we tackle what the closing of more GameStop stores means for the average game buyer/player while we reflect back on the special moments we had shopping as kids then working at different stores as teens.  Ring Fit Adventure makes it's creepy debut, we run through some of the SNES games and Direct news from a few weeks ago, an finally, we answer a great listener question on what to do about managing a backlog of games.

Level 30 Podcast Ep. 03: Gamestops, Ring Fit, Super Nintendo, and the Ever Growing Backlog

Tom, Joe, and Kevin are back this episode to discuss the likelihood of SNES games on switch while talking about the games we'd like to see (Super Scope?  Really?)  We also get into some Nintendo news, what's happening in the rumor mill, and answer some listener questions about games that touched our hearts young and old.  Enjoy!

Level 30 Podcast Ep. 02: SNES on Switch, The Super Scope Returns, Rumors and Listener Questions!

Welcome to the Level 30 Podcast!  In our first episode Tom, Joe, and Kevin sit down to discuss the Switch Lite, some Nintendo News, What we are playing with some insight to our future Fire Emblem review, as well as answer some listener inquiries.

Level 30 Podcast Ep. 01: Welcome to the Show

For adult gamers who enjoy playing video games but realistically have a life full or responsibilities. We talk new, old, mostly Nintendo stuff, while waxing poetic about the games of our youth. We also do reviews and let's plays on youtube.com/level30games

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