Level 30 Games Podcast

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

Xbox Blunders, Wii Revivals, and more: Level 30 Games Podcast 310 (October 2025)

We chat how Microsoft is dropping the ball with the Xbox brand, go shopping for games through the years, and talk about which Wii games we'd like to see refreshed for the Switch/2

10-27
01:16:17

Mario's 40th Birthday/Nintendo Direct Impressions: Level 30 Games Podcast - September 2025 (Ep. 309)

Nintendo dropped a big Direct in September and we break it down, talk our favorite Mario games, and partake in some pretty challenging Mario themed trivia

09-29
01:04:21

Level 30 Games Podcast: August 2025 (308) - Nintendo Directs Impressions

Partners, Pokemon, and Kirby oh my! Lot's of Nintendo Directs this month and we touch on all of them...kinda. Plus, Drew gets fired up about loading screens, and Dan gives the panel some gifts.

08-25
01:12:28

Episode 307 (July 2025) - Donkey Kong Bonanza, Microsoft Implodes, and Japan Highlights

Back this time with a non Nintendo focused show as we open with whatever the heck Microsoft is doing after cancelling several games and laying off thousands. We do chat Donkey Kong Bonanza impressions, and Drew and Tom talk about their recent trip to Japan showcase all the gaming goodness they found over there.

07-28
54:12

Episode 306 (June 2025) - Switch 2 and Mario Kart World Impressions

We've all (almost) had about three weeks of time since the Switch 2 launched to sink our teeth into the hardware. We share thoughts an impressions as well as improvements we'd like to see. PLUS, was Mario Kart World all it lived up to be?

06-30
01:03:41

Level 30 Games Podcast: Episode 305 (May 2025)

We share what we think are our best console launch line-ups of all time, the Xbox 360 turns 20, Switch 2 Game Key-Cards are kind of lame, and Joe brings on the Arcade themed trivia.

05-26
01:06:40

Level 30 Games Podcast: Episode 304 (April 2025)

Switch 2 is revealed, thoughts are shared, and hearts are broken...when it comes to pre-ordering (well, most of us) The gang gives their thoughts on Mario Kart World, the highs and lows of the Switch 2 Direct, and Drew gives us some Mario Kart trivia.

04-28
01:10:03

Level 30 Games Podcast: Episode 303 (March 2025)

Listen to our absolute best episode yet as we take a trip down memory lane revisiting the launch of the Nintendo Switch, while also discussing the game that defined the Switch generation. Lastly, our panel looks to beat Tom in a trivia game of Nintendo goodness.

03-28
01:10:51

Level 30 Games Podcast: Episode 302 (February 2025)

Tom, Joe, and Drew are joined by their first "wildcard" guest Dan who helps chime in on some small Switch 2 Rumors, the career and playstation of it all in Shuhei Yoshida, and we collectively play list swap based on the Nintendo Life article "8 Games That Defined The Switch Generation"

02-24
01:06:31

Level 30 Games Podcast: Episode 301 (Jan 2025)

Weeeeeeee're Baaaaaack! Tom, Joe, and Drew, are back with a slightly new look, new format, and hopefully, new and consistent release schedule. In the first episode back discus the Switch 2 teaser trailer, and recap gaming highs and lows of 2024.

01-27
01:06:31

Level 30 Games Podcast: Season 3 Episode 01: Portable Gaming, Microsofts Foibles, and Console Exclusives

In an earnest conversation between Tom and Joe they discuss the changing landscape in portable gaming the Switch 2 could be facing, what the heck Microsoft is doing, and how important console exclusives are.

02-17
56:16

Level 30 Games Podcast Season 2 Ep. 08 - PART 1: 2023 Year In Review

Part 1 of our two part season finale! In the first half Tom, Joe, and Drew go through the calendar of releases and discuss what we liked, didn't liked, made fun of, etc. Make sure to catch up on Part 2 soon!

12-28
56:47

Level 30 Games Podcast Season 2 Ep. 07: The Zelda Movie Is Real, Mario Wonder Impressions, SNES Audio Challenge

In this very special episode Joe and Tom are joined by Level 30 Friend and companion Drew to discuss the announcement of the Zelda movie, some thoughts on Super Mario Wonder, and also play a little SNES Audio Challenge.

11-14
01:03:14

Level 30 Games Podcast Season 2 Ep. 06: Mario Tier-List, Charles Martinet is "Let's-a-gone" and Mushroom Kingdom Trivia

Ada is back and she joins Tom and Joe while they discuss the recent departure of voice actor Charles Martinet. Collectively we tackle making our mainline Mario game tier list, and Joe and Ada are put through the wringer with some Mushroom Kingdom Trivia.

09-11
01:13:17

Level 30 Games Podcast Season 2 Ep. 05: Switch 2 Rumors, Videogame TV Shows, TotK Updates, 8-Bit "Name That Tune"

July's episode is coming in a little late I know, but we have a mega episode to share with you. Joe and Tom discuss the recent headlines of Nintendo's successor to the Switch coming as early next next year, video games that are being turned into TV shows, and of course, our monthly Tear of the Kingdom play through stories. If it's games and trivia your into, we test Joe with an NES only 8-bit name that tune. How many can he get right? How many can you? Listen and enjoy!

08-05
01:11:12

Level 30 Games Podcast Season 2 Ep. 04: Nintendo Direct Reactions

After Nintendo deluged many of it's 2023 announcements for the end of year, Tom and Joe dissect the direct, give updates on their Tears of the Kingdom Progress, and play a little game of Splat-Quest! Previous Episodes: 203 Tears of the Kingdom Impressions: https://youtu.be/gOw7-t8MkGw 202: One Hit Wonders: https://youtu.be/syW14Cj2kYw 201: Nintendo Direct Reactions: https://youtu.be/F-UrDqA2xto

06-29
55:47

Level 30 Games Podcast Season 2 Ep. 03: Tears of the Kingdom Impressions

After just scratching the surface of Tears of the Kingdom, Joe and Tom discus their history with the Legend of Zelda franchise! Everything from impressions of the latest game, to a long history of botched Zelda launch-day stories, this episode is entirely dedicate to one of our most favorite franchises of all time.

05-26
01:01:20

Level 30 Games Podcast Season 2 Ep. 02: One Hit Wonders

In a duo show, Tom and Joe revisit some of their favorite games considered one hit wonders. Games that made a big impact (for better or worse) but never had a sequel made for them. We also chat a little about what we are playing, and play a little game of F*ck, Marry, Kill: Lesser of Three Evils edition.

03-30
59:43

Level 30 Games Podcast Season 2 Ep. 01: February Nintendo Direct Reactions!

A relaunch!  We're back!  Hopefully for good!  In this brand new episode we discuss the February 8th Nintendo Direct, but really focus in on Zelda Tears of the Kingdom, Metroid Prime Remaster, and our most anticipated new release...Fashion Designer! Make sure you check out our youtube channel for the video podcast and more!

02-12
01:04:48

Level 30 Games Podcast Ep. 15: 2021 Game Awards Show Thoughts, Year End Highlights, NES/SNES Trivia

After a long hiatus Tom, Joe, and Kevin are back, discussing their feelings on the 2021 Game Awards Show, their highlights of the year, and a little NES/SNES trivia in respects to the passing of Nintendo's Masayuki Eumora.  

12-12
50:20

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