Best Retromania Podcasts (2024)

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Popular Hyped Up Video Games We Tried To Like! 2:29:18

20h ago2:29:18

2:29:18

We discuss the most hyped and popular video games that ultimately let us down, sharing our personal experiences and what went wrong with each title, alongside our reflections on recent gaming exploits and reactions to the latest industry news. Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-323: Popular Hyped Up Video Games We Tried To Like! 00:00 - Intro 01:43 - …

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Game Rental Hits And Misses! 2:45:35

9d ago2:45:35

2:45:35

We embark on a rollercoaster ride through our most unforgettable and disappointing video game rentals, right after we share details the game's we've been playing and react to the latest gaming news.! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-322: Game Rental Hits And Misses! 00:00 - Intro 01:35 - Games Played Discussion - TMNT Splintered Fate, Abathor 13:20 …

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The Best and Worst Batman Games Ranked Tier List 2:15:41

15d ago2:15:41

2:15:41

We dive into the world of Batman video games, ranking them from best to worst in our definitive tier list, followed by a discussion of the latest gaming news and our thoughts on the games we've been playing recently! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-321: The Best and Worst Batman Games Ranked Tier List! 00:00 - Intro 03:13 - Games Played Discussion …

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Game Companies Who Mastered The Art Of Epic Trolling Moments! 2:32:43

22d ago2:32:43

2:32:43

Join us as we reflect upon the most disappointing, letdown, trolling-esque, announcements that we can remember and the beloved game publishers who orchestrated them ---- right after we discuss the games we've played and react to the latest gaming news topics! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-320: Game Companies Who Mastered The Art Of Epic Trolling …

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Our Very First Intro To The Super Nintendo And Sega Genesis! 2:41:49

1M ago2:41:49

2:41:49

We share the very first games that we played when we first bought our Sega Genesis and Super Nintendo, which were responsible for skyrocketing our journeys before video games became a permanent hobby! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-319: Our Very First Intro To The Super Nintendo And Sega Genesis! 00:00 - Intro 03:55 - Games Played Discussion - Mar…

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The Most Competitive Matches We've Played! 2:28:08

1M ago2:28:08

2:28:08

We recount the most intense and competitive matches we've ever played (that we can remember) across one-on-one fighting games and fierce competitive multiplayer... right after we share the games we've been playing and react to the latest news topics! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-318: The Most Competitive Matches We've Played 00:00 - Intro 02:53 …

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Behind 'Fallen Symphony': Exclusive Insights from RetroVertigo! 2:21:52

1M ago2:21:52

2:21:52

CEO of indie dev studio RetroVertigo, Travis Reynolds drops in to show off some exciting gameplay footage, disclose features/details, and update us on the progress for his upcoming pixel art styled, action-RPG, Fallen Symphony! Fallen Symphony is a party-based, 2D/3D action-RPG, which promises engaging puzzles, dungeons, and dynamic beat'em up styl…

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Mike Hermann Strikes Back with New DLC For Retromania Wrestling! 2:22:25

2M ago2:22:25

2:22:25

Mike Hermann, the restless CEO of Retrosoft Studios, proves that Retromania Wrestling is the gift that keeps on giving, when he drops in to reveal all the details, incite, triumphs and challenges that comes with jam packing an upcoming DLC update which is blessing us with 2 new modes and wrestling legends Magnum T.A., Demolition and the Rock n' Rol…

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What Were Your Favorite Moments of Summer Game Fest 2024 & Xbox Games Showcase! 2:29:10

2M ago2:29:10

2:29:10

Join us as we share our favorite standout moments and exciting announcements from Summer Game Fest 2024 and the explosive Xbox Games Showcase! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-315: What Were Your Favorite Moments of Summer Game Fest 2024 & Xbox Games Showcase! 00:00 - Intro 01:55 - Games Played Discussion - Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Curse of the Sea Rats…

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It's All About Abathor w/ Indie Dev Pow Pixel Games! 2:47:56

2M ago2:47:56

2:47:56

In this electrifying episode, one half of the game dev brothers-in-arms duo, Javier Garay of Pow Pixel Games, drops in for a discussion Q&A interview to share some behind-the-scenes incite, inspiration and what we should expect once their 4-years in the making, 2D side scrolling, hack n' slash, multiplayer adventure, Abathor releases on all leading…

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What Are Your Most Anticipated Indie Games of 2024? 2:14:47

3M ago2:14:47

2:14:47

With the first half of 2024 soon approaching, we take a look at the indie games that we're looking forward to playing the most when they arrive sometime later this year (hopefully)! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-313: What Are Your Most Anticipated Indie Games of 2024? 00:00 - Intro 03:36 - Games Played Discussion - Pico Park, Abathor (demo) 09:45…

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Name Some Of Your Most Epic Gaming Accomplishments w/ Radical Reggie! 2:50:56

3M ago2:50:56

2:50:56

Get ready to reunite with Radical Reggie as we share the most epic gaming accomplishments we've achieved! We'll also react to the latest weekly gaming news and reveal the games we're currently playing. Radical Reggie's a renowned and well respected YouTube Gaming content creator, avid retro game collector, and former army vet, who's success has tak…

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Games We Wish We Had Time For w/ SomeBeardy2Love! 2:47:11

3M ago2:47:11

2:47:11

Get ready as we reunite with our good friend John Donadio (aka, SomeBeardy2Love) as we disclose the games we've either once completed or played briefly, but wish we had the time to go back and play again! John Donadio (aka, SomeBeardy2Love) is a Twitch Streamer Affiliate, diehard fan of all things Marvel and Dragon Ball, and the most intense, metic…

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Who Woulda Thought That These Celebs Actually Game? 2:31:21

3M ago2:31:21

2:31:21

As popular as gaming's become with its ability to seamlessly appeal to different types of people regardless of generation, occupation and geographical location, it shouldn't come to a surprise that celebrities are gamers too. The surprise comes from who among these celebs actually game and we're gonna find out who they are! Level 857 Video Game Pod…

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What Are Some of Your Unknown Gaming Confessions? 2:24:19

4M ago2:24:19

2:24:19

Our collective, vast gaming history is filled with many unknown triumphs, failures, discoveries, rewards and regrets. Join us as we confess several of these including some from our awesome longtime supporters! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-309: What Are Some of Your Unknown Gaming Confessions? 00:00 - Intro 01:46 - Games Played Discussion - Mario…

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What Are Your Worst Gaming Letdowns? 2:51:23

4M ago2:51:23

2:51:23

Being video game podcast hosts it's safe to assume that gaming has given us endless, memorable moments and entertainment. With that said it's about time that we shine a spotlight on some of the worst gaming letdowns that we've experienced since we've started gaming! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-308: What Are Your Worst Gaming Letdowns? 00:00 - I…

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Help Us Organize Our Endless Video Game Backlogs! 2:51:35

4M ago2:51:35

2:51:35

Our lists of yet-to-play games have become so ridiculously huge that we figured it was time to ask each other, the Levelheads and even new viewers/listeners for guidance in establishing some much needed order to our out-of-control and seemingly never-ending collection of should've-already-played-games-but-haven't backlogs! Level 857 Video Game Podc…

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What Are Your Favorite Non-Silent Gaming Protagonists? 2:11:06

4M ago2:11:06

2:11:06

In an effort to celebrate deep characterization in games with well written dialog, we list our favorite and quite possibly gaming's best non-silent video game protagonists! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-306: What Are Our Favorite Non-Silent Gaming Protagonists? 00:00 - Intro 01:37 - Games Played Discussion - Co-op/VS - Mario Kart 8, Aragami 2 10:…

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It's A Sega VS Nintendo Battle of the IPs Extravaganza! 2:47:05

5M ago2:47:05

2:47:05

For us hosts, most of the best games and IPs that first appeared on Sega and Nintendo made consoles were pivotal in transforming gaming from what was once a passing interest to a permanent pastime hobby. So now it's time we take some of those IPs and go head-to-head in a no-holds barred, winner-take-call extravaganza to determine who created the be…

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Are Long Development Times Killing Gaming? w/ EPN's Victor Lucas! 2:44:13

5M ago2:44:13

2:44:13

While the video games industry continues to grow at a healthy pace, it's also recently been plagued by massive layoffs and increasingly longer development times, especially for triple AAA blockbuster titles. In this podcast, we are joined once again by video game, television media legend, Victor Lucas, to discuss whether increasingly longer develop…

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We Talk Contra Operation Galuga w/ Wayforward Director Tomm Hulett! 2:31:40

5M ago2:31:40

2:31:40

Tomm Hulett, the visionary Game Director and Producer at Wayforward, drops in for a Q&A discussion interview, where he shares some of his experience, knowledge and insight as he reveals all the reasons why hungry Contra fans should be excited and well prepared. Why? Because we're gonna get served a side-scrolling, shooter-smorgasbord when the studi…

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Which Delivers The Better Gaming Experience: Handhelds or Consoles? 2:26:38

5M ago2:26:38

2:26:38

We explore the dynamic rivalry between the convenience of handheld gaming devices and the robust power of traditional consoles. Our discussions delve into technology advancements, diverse game libraries, and user experiences to uncover which platform delivers the ultimate gaming adventure! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-302: Which Delivers The Bet…

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What Are Your Favorite Video Game Sequels? 2:47:14

6M ago2:47:14

2:47:14

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of video gaming to share and discuss our all-time favorite video game sequels -- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-301: What Are Your Favorite Video Game Sequels? 00:00 - Intro 03:43 - Games Played Discussio…

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Honoring 300 Episodes of Laughs and Unforgettable Moments! 2:19:20

6M ago2:19:20

2:19:20

Join us in celebrating a remarkable milestone as we reach 300 episodes filled with laughter, heartwarming stories, and unforgettable moments. This special episode is a tribute to the incredible journey we've shared, reminiscing on the joyous memories and the community that has made it all possible --- After that we react to the latest gaming news s…

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What Treasures Lie Within Our Game Collections? 2:50:17

6M ago2:50:17

2:50:17

We talk about games all the time but now it's time to show off some of the prized possessions buried within our individual video game collections --- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories, put a spotlight on the Indie Game of the Week and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-299: What Treasures L…

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Brave Cave Discussion Interview w/ Indie Dev Hit Start Studios! 2:40:32

6M ago2:40:32

2:40:32

Steve Ciaramitaro, Game Designer of Hit Start Studios, drops in for an exciting discussion interview centered on the company's first project, Brave Cave - an ambitious, co-op, puzzle platformer estimated to be released before the end of this year! Join us as Steve provides keen insight into the development process, challenges, and exciting features…

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Do Gaming Stereotypes Actually Reflect Reality? 1:53:23

7M ago1:53:23

1:53:23

We fire off and list a bunch of age-old, common, yet popular gaming stereotypes and discuss whether they are outdated, half-true, or no longer stand the test of time, as we compare them against some intriguing, modern day facts --- right after we reveal the Indie game of the week, react to the latest gaming news stories and share the games we're cu…

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What Makes A Game Retro? w/ Radical Reggie! 2:30:04

7M ago2:30:04

2:30:04

We welcome back YouTube content creator Radical Reggie to discuss what retro gaming means to us (in this current modern era) and help us pinpoint when exactly does a game even become retro? Radical Reggie's a renowned and well respected YouTube Gaming content creator, avid retro game collector, and former army vet, who's success has taken him from …

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Do These Games Still Deserve Their Score? 2:25:20

7M ago2:25:20

2:25:20

Join us as we dive into the retro libraries of past generations, pull out some classic favorites and ultimately determine if these games deserve to be rated today with the same score they received when they were first released! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-295: Do These Games Still Deserve Their Score 00:00 - Intro 01:49 - Game Played Discussion…

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Which Games Gracefully Stood the Test of Time? 2:33:32

7M ago2:33:32

2:33:32

Regardless of how technology evolves at a breakneck speed to produce games with bolder visions, bigger worlds, and ultimately bigger budgets, some games of yesteryear released in spite of these trends have proved to have aged gracefully, and continue to stand the test of time, remaining as enjoyable today as they were upon release! Join us as we di…

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Get Ready For Our 2024 Gaming Predictions! 2:00:25

8M ago2:00:25

2:00:25

2024 is upon us and you know it wouldn’t be right if we didn’t start the new year off with some fresh, bold and in some instances down right insane predictions from your favorite gaming podcast crew —- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the games we’re currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-293: Get Ready F…

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Which Games Stole the Spotlight in 2023? 2:38:36

8M ago2:38:36

2:38:36

2023 will unquestionably go down as one of the best years in gaming history! But before we head into 2024, we have to reveal the best games were lucky enough to get our hands on this year ---- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-292: Which Games Stole th…

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Did The Game Awards 2023 Live Up to the Hype? Our Verdict! 2:29:01

8M ago2:29:01

2:29:01

The Game Awards has finally come and gone but did it live up to hype and ascend higher than everyone's lofty expectations? That might seem obvious at first but we're gonna share our thoughts and chime in with our 2 cents anyway (Sega wtf?!?) --- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the games we're currently playing! Leve…

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What Games Will Win At The 2023 Game Awards? Our Predictions 2:20:47

8M ago2:20:47

2:20:47

We unveil our anticipated predictions for the nominees of the 2023 Game Awards ---- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-290: What Games Will Win At The 2023 Game Awards? Our Predictions00:00 - Intro 01:17 - Games Played Discussion 28:23 - Capcom Confirms…

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Retro Games We Forgot How To Play! 2:19:33

9M ago2:19:33

2:19:33

We reminisce about the games we used to be masters of in our youth but somehow, someway... we forgot how to play'em! Perhaps our OG gaming skills suck or the games themselves haven't aged well? We're gonna get to the bottom of this right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Ga…

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The Greatest Gaming Crossovers Of All Time! 2:19:56

9M ago2:19:56

2:19:56

We meticulously explore the most epic gaming collaborations while unraveling the magic behind these groundbreaking and sometimes inconceivable unions ---- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-288: The Greatest Gaming Crossovers of All Time! 00:00 - Intro …

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Long Overdue Game Franchises That Need To Make A Comeback! 2:08:46

9M ago2:08:46

2:08:46

We discuss the long overdue epic video game franchises that we'd like to see make a return to modern gaming ---- right before we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-287: Long Overdue Game Franchises That Need To Make A Comeback! 00:00 - Intro 02:08 - Games Played Discu…

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Our Ultimate Franchise Genre Swap Wish List! 2:18:45

9M ago2:18:45

2:18:45

In this podcast episode, we share our insights on which gaming franchises we'd love to see undergo a genre transformation or just experiment with a genre change in a side story ---- then we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-286: Our Ultimate Franchise Genre Swap Wish…

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Is The Death of Physical Media A Good Thing? w/ Mike Mullis! 2:26:40

9M ago2:26:40

2:26:40

Get ready for an exhilarating discussion as we welcome lifelong gamer, Mike Mullis of The Original Next Level Gaming to join us in mourning over the slow, painful yet inevitable decline of gaming physical media and share similar and opposing views over whether this will benefit the gaming industry in the future or ultimately lead to its demise? In …

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The Most Frightening, Disturbing Characters In Gaming! 2:16:52

10M ago2:16:52

2:16:52

Step into the shadows with us as we unveil and dissect some of the most disturbing and unsettling characters that we've been lucky enough to encounter in the gaming world --- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the awesome/addicting games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-284: The Most Frightening…

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Have You Heard Of These Poorly Named Video Games? 2:41:48

10M ago2:41:48

2:41:48

Join us for a lively conversation as we delve into some of the most infamously poorly named video games in history --- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the awesome/addicting games that we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-283: Have You Heard Of These Poorly Named Video Games? 00:00 - Intro 02:09 -…

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Could A New SEGA Console Be The Next Big Thing In Gaming? 2:29:29

10M ago2:29:29

2:29:29

Join us for a thrilling discussion, as we explore the potential of a new SEGA console and how it would fare in today's gaming landscape ---- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the awesome/addicting games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-282: Could A New SEGA Console Be The Next Big Thing In Gami…

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The Best Console Ports That Are Way Better Than The Arcade! 2:27:47

10M ago2:27:47

2:27:47

Join us as we name and discuss the top, best, amazing video game ports that outshine and surpass the gameplay experiences offered from the original arcade version that they're based on --- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the awesome/addicting games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-281: The Be…

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The Best Of The NES: A Tribute To The Nintendo Entertainment System! 2:15:03

11M ago2:15:03

2:15:03

We reminisce over our favorite genre defining and unforgettable gems that were brought to us thanks to the original 8-bit Nintendo Entertainment System which helped lay the foundation for our current tastes in gaming ---- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the awesome/addicting games we're currently playing! Level 857 …

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Which Was Better? Nintendo's Direct or PlayStation's State Of Play? 2:38:29

11M ago2:38:29

2:38:29

Join us for an entertaining and intriguing roundtable discussion as we provide a comprehensive recap/reaction for all of our favorite reveals and announcements that took place during September 14, 2023's Nintendo Direct and PlayStation's State of Play double whammy ---- right after we react to the latest gaming news stories and share the awesome/ad…

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We Rank The Best RPGs We've Played! 2:24:18

11M ago2:24:18

2:24:18

In this podcast, we reminisce and fire off the finest RPGs we've had the pleasure of playing, right after we discuss the latest gaming news topics and share the games we're currently playing! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-278: We Rank The Best RPGs We've Played! 00:00 - Intro 02:09 - Games Played Discussion 44:10 - Nintendo Reportedly Demoed Swit…

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We Talk Fighting Game/Beat'em up Resurgence w/ Top Hat Gaming Man! 2:34:32

11M ago2:34:32

2:34:32

Esteemed YouTuber and content creator, Top Hat Gaming Man, returns as our honored special guest to join us as we delve deep into this 2023 enthralling resurgence of fighting games and beat'em ups - right after we share recommendations for the games we're playing and react to the latest gaming news stories! Top Hat Gaming Man is a very charismatic g…

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We're Talking Moving Out 2 w/ Indie Dev SMG Studio! 2:27:14

11M ago2:27:14

2:27:14

Ashley Ringrose, the visionary CEO of SMG Studio returns alongside the accomplished Senior Game Designer, Dave Lockman for an exhilarating and inciteful Q&A discussion interview surrounding the development process which brought us the indie hit sequel to one of the most beloved, modern, party, simulation, co-op experiences, Moving Out 2! SMG Studio…

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Exploring Disney Illusion Island w/ Art Director, Lucy Kyriakidou! 2:28:05

12M ago2:28:05

2:28:05

Lucy Kyriakidou, Art Director for Dlala Studios, returns for the fourth time as our honored special guest to join us for a discussion interview to learn about her experiences while developing the family friendly, 4 player co-op, Nintendo Switch exclusive, metroidvania, Disney Illusion Island! In addition to her work on Disney Illusion Island, Lucy …

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We Take A Deep Dive Into The Creative Minds Behind Mayhem Brawler! 2:28:05

12M ago2:28:05

2:28:05

Hasan Karakus, Community Manager over at indie dev studio Hero Concept, joins us for a discussion interview to provide some incite, revelations and motivation behind the game development process that lead to the studio's latest project, Mayhem Brawler! Mayhem Brawler is an urban, fantasy-themed 4 players, local/online co-op, beat'em up, brawler tha…

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