I hate tests that determine your placement in careers. I hate tests that claim to highlight your strengths and weaknesses. I'm a firm believer that test-taking in itself is a skill that not many people - including me - have. So when the Esports Certification Institute (ECI) was announced, I didn't really know what to think.

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I’m Crystal Mills and I’ve been a writer and content creator in esports for over a decade. Currently I’m the VP of Content at Ritual Motion, a lifestyle brand dedicated to the good of all gamers. Power Level is a fun and digestible look into the trending topics in esports and how they shape our always-evolving ecosystem. You can find Power Level on a massive list of podcast platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and more.

Pariah and Crystal discuss all of the happenings around Mixer's demise, the hardships streamers and partners are facing, and what Ninja and Shroud's plans will be after grabbing their payouts. Also, the two take a look at Riot Games' tactical shooter VALORANT and speak about the esports ecosystem growing around it.

*Spoilers for Final Fantasy VII Remake*

Crystal talks with DualShockers writer Allisa James in a spoiler-filled rant about Final Fantasy VII Remake. How was it different than the original? Will Cloud always be an awkward man-child? What will happen in future titles? Listen and find out...

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What are the differences between the PS5 and Xbox Series X? Will Crystal ever understand technology? Did Pariah actually die and return as a robot? Yes, he did. This is Level Two where we cover everything you need to know about upcoming games, next-gen consoles, and how the coronavirus has helped push gaming and esports into the spotlight. Grab your hand sanitizer, ignore the technical difficulties, practice social distancing, and listen!

Gaming and esports have never been more awkward! Crystal is the worst host ever, Cowboy accidentally mutes himself, and Pariah carries the show. We talk about potential PS5 prices, E3's place in the industry during the spread of coronavirus, and whether or not Hideo Kojima could return to the Silent Hill series (you never know, dudes).