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- A Fireside Chat with Jordan @SirDrJM
Jordan flies solo this week as he brings your his impressions of VALORANT on console and a bit about his gaming history. Join us for a Fireside chat with the One Man Watchpoint Captain, SirDrJM!
Follow Jordan: https://twitter.com/SirDrJMJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/Fmzgcxar5b
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Keywords:
Valorant, first-person shooter, Overwatch, Call of Duty, League of Legends, Riot Games, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Nintendo Switch, Super Smash Bros. Melee, Smash Bros. tournament, gaming community, Grow Up Level Up, esports, gaming insights, console gaming.
50 min - DOUBLE REVIEW: Shadow of the Erd Tree and Thank Goodness You're Here! - Gamers Club #4
In this episode of Grow Up Level Up, Samson and Jordan review two games: Shadow of the Erd Tree and Thank Goodness You're Here. Jordan dives into its story, bosses, and gameplay mechanics and also share tips and motivation for finishing the DLC.
Next, they explore the quirky indie game Thank Goodness You're Here, with its European humor and playful art style. Discover why this short, slapstick adventure, reminiscent of Untitled Goose Game, is a must-play for indie fans. Don't miss their insights on both games!
00:00 Introduction and Overview02:11 Review: Shadow of the Erd Tree27:54 Review: Thank Goodness You're HereJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/Fmzgcxar5bFollow Jordan: https://twitter.com/SirDrJMDon’t forget thumbs up and subscribe!Give me feedback:
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Keywords
Shadow of the Erd Tree, Thank Goodness You're Here, review, impressions, story, bosses, gameplay mechanics, motivation, indie game, European humor, funny accents, Thank Goodness You're Here, game, short, funny, town, helping people, simple controls, slapstick humor, storytelling, humor, charming, playful, art style, slapping, simple, chill, replayability, city design, loop, unique, enjoyable
48 min - Marvel Rivals Impressions and Our Favourite Controllers! - Gamers Club 3
In this episode of the Grow Up Level Up Gamers Club, Samson and Jordan discuss the Closed beta of Marvel Rivals and their favourite limited edition game controllers. Samson talks about his recent experience with Marvel Rivals and his return to playing Pokemon games. Jordan shares his progress in Shadow of the Earth Tree and his love for Untitled Goose Game. They also mention their honourable mentions for favourite limited edition controllers.
Chapters00:00 Introduction and Marvel Rivals Beta Impressions12:58 Concerns about Monetization and Paywalls in Marvel Rivals17:14 Returning to Pokemon Go22:20 Experiences with Pokemon Unite and Pokemon Unbound44:39 The Death Stranding Backbone Controller45:57 Notable Mentions: Xbox 360 C3PO Controller and Wii U Wind Waker Gamepad46:13 Visually Striking and Desirable: Gold and Special Edition PlayStation Controllers46:31 Exploring Favorite Controllers48:46 The Wii Zapper54:24 The PlayStation 4 20th Anniversary Controller01:02:04 The PlayStation 2 Ocean Blue ControllerJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/Fmzgcxar5bFollow Jordan: https://twitter.com/SirDrJMDon’t forget thumbs up and subscribe! Give me feedback:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samsonxp/Twitter: https://twitter.com/samsonxp_Subscribe and follow for more: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@growuplevelup Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growuplevelupKeywordslimited edition game controllers, Marvel Rivals, Pokemon games, Shadow of the Earth Tree, Untitled Goose Game, limited edition, video game controllers, Xbox One Lunar White, PlayStation 4 20th Anniversary, Wii Zapper, nostalgia, sentimental value, unique designs1 hr 7 min - Can Concord Compete in the Hero Shooter Market? - Gamers Club #2
Join Samson and Jordan in this episode of the Grow Up Level Up Gamers Club as they dive into their impressions of the game Concord. After playing the open beta, they share their thoughts on its strengths and weaknesses, including the lack of a tutorial mode and the high price point compared to free-to-play alternatives. They also discuss whether Concord can compete in the crowded hero shooter market and explore the possibility of it going free-to-play.
In addition, Samson and Jordan chat about the new character Juno in Overwatch and share their excitement for upcoming games. Don't miss their recommendations for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 on Game Pass, the game Rawmen, and Marvel Rivals.Note: we recorded this literally the day before the Concord Q&A, so some of our takes are out of date by a day! Unlucky!Keywords:Grow Up Level Up, Gamers Club, Concord game review, Concord impressions, Overwatch Juno, hero shooter market, game recommendations, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3, Raw Men game, Marvel Rivals, gaming podcast, video game discussion, gaming insights.Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/Fmzgcxar5bFollow Jordan: https://twitter.com/SirDrJMDon’t forget thumbs up and subscribe! Give me feedback:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samsonxp/Twitter: https://twitter.com/samsonxp_Subscribe and follow for more: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@growuplevelup Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growuplevelup55 min - Impressions of the Concord Closed Beta and Samson's nuclear hot gaming take! - GULU Gamers Club #1
In this inaugural episode of the Grow Up Level Up Gamers Club podcast, Samson and Jordan introduce themselves and discuss why their Canadian perspective sets them apart from other gaming podcasts and get game recommendations going into the weekend! Tune in to find out which game Samson thinks is a 1/10!
Check our Reforest, made by friend of the show Sebastien Bernier-Wong: https://firestarter.games/Join our Discord: / discordDon’t forget thumbs up and subscribe! Give me feedback:Instagram: / samsonxpTwitter: / samsonxp_Subscribe and follow for more: YouTube: / @growuplevelup Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh...KeywordsGrow Up Level Up Gamers Club, podcast, Canadian perspective, gaming backgrounds, favorite consoles, game news, NBA game, Pokemon sponsorship, Overwatch, Concord closed beta, beautiful visuals, complex gameplay mechanics, gaming, Concord, beta, gameplay, movement, abilities, onboarding experience, free-to-play, Click Holding, Reforest, God of War Ragnarok, Hotline Miami, one out of ten, Elden Ring, Pile Up! Box by Box, ten out of ten, Peglin, Persona 4 Golden, social media, engagement1 hr 14 min - How do I start designing games? ft. Will Primrose & Will Lewis, Creators of "Becoming The VIllain"The Wills of "There's a Way Studios" join the Grow Up Level Up Podcast to chat about their new game "Becoming the Villain", the desire to become game designers, and how they decided to "give back" to their hobby. Because where there's a will... there's a way!Get your copy of "Becoming The Villain": https://theres-a-way-studios.ca/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/Fmzgcxar5bDon’t forget thumbs up and subscribe! Give me feedback:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samsonxp/Twitter: https://twitter.com/samsonxp_Subscribe and follow for more: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@growuplevelup Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growuplevelupMusic is used under the Creative Commons license Artist: Quincas Moreira | Track: Ticklish51 min
- HAPPY BIRTHDAY GROW UP LEVEL UP - the one year anniversary special episode!
Samson is joined by special guest Sam Dowdell as they reflect on the first year of Grow Up Level Up.
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Music is used under the Creative Commons license Artist: Quincas Moreira | Track: Ticklish55 min - "How I Run an International Esports Organization" - Adam Adamou, CEO of OAM, Toronto Defiant, Ultra
In this episode of Grow Up Level Up, we dive into the world of esports with Adam Adamou, CEO of OverActive Media, the organization behind teams like Toronto Defiant, Toronto Ultra, MAD Lions KOI, and Movistar KOI. Have you ever wondered what it's like to work for an esports organization? Adam shares insights into the challenges and opportunities of managing international teams, building partnerships, and engaging authentically with audiences. Discover the behind-the-scenes of the esports industry and Adam's personal journey in this exciting field.
Connect with Adam: https://twitter.com/GrazenLearn more about OAM: https://overactivemedia.com/Thanks to our Patreon producer for this month: Lucas Gates!https://patreon.com/GrowUpLevelUpJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/Fmzgcxar5bDon’t forget thumbs up and subscribe!Give me feedback:
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Music is used under the Creative Commons license Artist: Quincas Moreira | Track: Ticklish49 min - Does working in games involve making games? with Greg Posner of Player:Engage Podcast and Solutions Engineer at HelpshiftWhat happens when making games isn't at the forefront anymore? Is AI the future of gaming? Greg Posner weighs in on embracing change in the industry!
In this episode of Grow Up Level Up, we dive into the world of gaming with special guest Greg Posner of the Player:Engage Podcast and Solutions Engineer at @Helpshift . Greg shares how games like "Words with Friends" and "Pandemic" have impacted his life, highlighting the social and personal connections gaming can create. He also unveils his innovative game idea that blends mobile and console gaming, showcasing the power of creativity in game design. Join us as we explore the importance of embracing change and new technologies in the gaming industry, and discover the joy of collaboration and co-op experiences in gaming. Tune in for an insightful conversation that will inspire you to level up your gaming experience!
Connect with Greg online:
www.playerengage.com
https://www.keywordsstudios.com/
https://www.instagram.com/player.engage/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregposner/
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Welcome back to Grow Up Level Up! In this episode, we sit down with Briggsycakes, game producer at Waking Oni, for an insightful conversation about her experiences in the gaming community and industry. From her time in the Overwatch League to her role as a game producer, Briggsycakes shares valuable insights and discusses the need for diverse voices in gaming. This is our longest episode yet, so grab your favorite drink and join us for a deep dive into the world of gaming!
Follow Briggsy and their work:Twitter: https://twitter.com/BriggsycakesWe have a $1 Patreon now! patreon.com/GrowUpLevelUp
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Thank you to Launch Academy for lending us the media room. Since 2012, Launch has helped incubate more than 6000 entrepreneurs of which 300 have grown their startups to Seed and Series A stage and raised over $2.5 Billion in funding. Learn more at launchacademy.caMusic is used under the Creative Commons license Artist: Quincas Moreira | Track: Ticklish1 hr 41 min
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A podcast network about how we stay connected to play, creativity, and curiosity as adults. From video games to movies, music, and more—we explore how entertainment fits into real life. Featuring…
series like How We Play and Sunset Selects.