Level Zero

On this episode, Greg explains how buying video games now is just like buying music back in the early 2000's. You have options, but what is best? This episode explains the difference between physical and digital games and weighs the pros and cons. Convenience verses resale. A digital library verses sharing. Which is best? What is a digital licence and what on earth is DRM?

Greg also answers questions about used games and discusses whether kid's should get into video games with retro games or modern games.

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On this episode, Greg explains the basics when it comes to video game genres. He goes through the most common genre terms, how they work, and what popular games go with each genre. Then a special guest calls in and...... Sea Shanty? Also this episode finally clears up the confusion on RougeLikes and RougeLites!

On this episode, Greg explains Xbox Game Pass and how it works. This episode covers everything about this subscription service, from how to sign up, to the cost, and even lists the Top 5 Level Zero Game Pass games!

This special bonus episode gives more detail from the History of the Xbox episode and plays more of the original presentation from the 2001 Consumer Election Show in Las Vegas. This features a never before heard musical number that was originally performed by The Rock and Bill Gates! (Well maybe its not real, but its a Level Zero Re-enactment at any rate). Enjoy!

In this episode, Greg explains the complete history of the Xbox along with a very special guest. The story of Seamus Blackley is an interesting one that involves a wild idea, a lot of conviction, and a Jurassic Park game? Seamus would push to create the Xbox and change the facing of video games as we know them today.

Timestamps:

0:30 - Origin Xbox History 

12:02 - Rest of Xbox History - Master Chief Co-Host? 

24:23 - Closing 

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Sources for this episode: 

Original Xbox Reveal – CES 2001 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lu7o3exy00Q 

IGN Unfiltered – Seamus Blackley Interview - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xi7T80JJLsY 

IGN Podcast Unlocked 201 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rUODlNffWmU&t=1282s 

GameSpot – Xbox Console Evolution - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcBg9GykSFU&t=99s

In this episode, Greg tells the crazy story behind the origin of the Sony PlayStation. Special guests abound in this exciting episode. Did you know that Nintendo created its own competition? There was a Nintendo Play Station?!

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Special thanks to Bob Buel for his role in this episode! Check out his show 99 Questions!

Press X to Doubt: https://anchor.fm/pressxtodoubt 

https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/farewell-father-article

Number That Led to the Downfall of Sega: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZL8V36tXK4 

Dark history: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKv7hgQIL3s&t=1s 

Commonwealth - History of Nintendo PlayStation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJUrGSTHmLY

This episode explains the expansive history of Nintendo with the help of a special guest. It then dives into the Nintendo Switch and explains why it is the perfect console for families. It also answers a listener question regarding Fortnite V-bucks as a Christmas present.

This special bonus episode gives recommendations for things to buy for the Holiday Season! Its that time of year where you may be making some big purchases, either for yourself, or a loved one, and this episode is here to be your guide.

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Hades

Ghost of Tsushima 

Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time

Immortals Fenyx Rising

Xbox Gamepass

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This episodes serves as an introduction to the show! Explains what the show is, who it is for, and what kind of content you can expect. In addition to the introduction, this episodes dives into the 5 Platforms of Video Games and goes into detail on the new Consoles, The PS5 and the Xbox Series S/X.