THIS COLD WON’T END! BIG Game News Today! The Level 1 Podcast Ep. 394: July 30, 2024

00:00 – 🤒 – Intro and health update
– Phil mentions he is still sick and his voice sounds rough.
– He plans to cover game news and updates on his health.
– Talks about the conclusion of Fallout 4.

01:09 – 📅 – Show begins, symptoms update
– Introduces the date and mentions he's only 50% functional.
– Describes his worsening symptoms, including head congestion and throat issues.
– Mentions struggling with sleep due to symptoms and his cat, Jasper.

01:55 – 🛏️ – Nighttime struggles and remedies
– Shares how he managed to sleep despite congestion by propping himself up with pillows.
– Talks about finally getting some rest after shifting around uncomfortably.

03:36 – 🚿 – Morning routine and medication
– Discusses taking a long hot shower to clear congestion.
– Mentions taking medication with breakfast and hoping it helps with his symptoms.

04:57 – 🙏 – Welcoming back a regular viewer
– Welcomes back Jade, a regular viewer, who had been absent for two weeks.
– Reads Jade's update from the chat and expresses happiness for Jade's return.

06:00 – 🎮 – Plans for the podcast and gameplay
– Announces the return to gameplay and reviews the previous day's react content.
– Mentions the progress in Mario and Sonic Olympic Games and upcoming plans for both channels.

06:45 – 🎥 – New camera and stream setup
– Talks about the new camera and its improved color balance.
– Describes how the new setup enhances the stream's visual quality.

08:01 – ⚔️ – Fallout 4 conclusion details
– Discusses the imminent conclusion of Fallout 4, including decision-making in the game.
– Reflects on the long duration of the playthrough and the excitement for new content.

09:52 – 💡 – Lighting and setup improvements
– Explains the change to LED lighting for a better streaming experience.
– Mentions plans to update his setup by migrating to a new PC in August.

12:02 – 🛡️ – Evening stream plans and Marvel Rivals beta
– Announces the evening stream featuring the Marvel Rivals closed beta.
– Talks about trying out different characters and taking viewer suggestions.

13:29 – 🥋 – Street Fighter 6 plans and fighting game challenges
– Mentions playing Street Fighter 6 despite not feeling well.
– Discusses the challenges of maintaining skill and muscle memory in fighting games.

14:42 – 🎮 – Balancing Tekken 8 and Street Fighter 6
– Discussion about the difficulty of maintaining skills in multiple fighting games
– Decision to drop Tekken 8 for Street Fighter 6
– Plans to play as Blanca and focus on casual matches

15:41 – ⏳ – Marvel vs Capcom Collection Delays
– Mention of the Marvel vs Capcom collection's uncertain release date
– Capcom's silence on updates
– Speculation about issues found at Evo

16:13 – 🌾 – Upcoming Stardew Valley Stream
– Announcement of a Stardew Valley stream
– Anticipation for a chill stream to interact with the audience
– Plans for errands and relaxation on the only day off

17:17 – 📅 – Next Week's Streaming Schedule
– Preview of next week's streams: Marvel Rivals, Nintendo World Championships, Street Fighter 6, Stardew Valley
– Mention of a personal documentary and plans to react to another documentary in August
– Discussion about migrating to a new PC

18:59 – 🎮 – Game News: SAG-AFTRA Strike
– Introduction to the game news segment
– Mention of covering both older and newer stories
– Need to blow nose before starting the news
– Discussion of the Screen Actors Guild's strike against video game companies
– Concerns about AI recreating performances without consent
– Mention of GTA 6 being unaffected by the strike

22:12 – 🕹️ – Impact of Delayed Game Development
– Speculation on how the strike will slow down game development
– Comparison to COVID-19's impact on the industry
– Concerns about the ongoing industry slump

24:30 – 📺 – Streaming Bundle Controversy
– Discussion of the new Disney Plus, Hulu, and Max streaming bundle
– Comparison to the old cable TV model
– Criticism of companies recreating the cable model with streaming services

28:32 – 🎬 – Upcoming Street Fighter Movie
– Announcement of a new Street Fighter movie releasing on March 20, 2026
– Mention of the original directors dropping out
– Skepticism about the movie's production timeline
– Conversation about the challenges of making a Street Fighter movie.
– Doubts about the plot and feasibility of adapting the game into a film.

30:31 – 😢 – Sad news about Tony Penhurst
– Announcement of Tony Penhurst's passing, actor from the Dark Pictures Anthology.
– Reflection on his contribution to the series and the impact of his death on future projects.

32:37 – 🌌 – Star Wars Outlaws exclusive previews
– Commentary on exclusive early access given to select content creators.
– Discussion on the potential bias in reviews due to early access benefits.

34:31 – 💬 – Critique of early access reviews
– Analysis of how early access influences content creators' reviews.
– Example of Marvel Rivals Early Access controversy and review embargoes.

35:48 – 🚫 Refusal of Early Access Influence
– Firm stance against participating in early access game reviews.
– Personal commitment to maintaining honesty in game critiques.

38:28 – 📰 Industry Pressures Discussed
– Anecdote about industry pressures and temptation of game journalism.
– Personal decision to prioritize integrity over industry perks.

41:03 – 📝 – Review of Star Wars Outlaws gameplay post
– Reading and critiquing a positive review post about Star Wars Outlaws.
– Skepticism about the authenticity of the review due to selective positivity.

43:02 – 🤔 Viewing Early Gameplay
– Intentions to watch gameplay footage of Star Wars Outlaws.
– Desire to form own opinion without spoiling the game experience.

44:08 – 💊 – Discussing Medications
– Talks about avoiding unnecessary painkillers
– Emphasizes health considerations

45:27 – 🎮 – Game Highlights and Shoutouts
– Mentions best ranking in Street Fighter 6
– Discusses playing with friends and making progress in other games

47:35 – 💵 – Generous Donation
– Received $100 donation before broadcasting
– Expresses gratitude and struggles with a running nose
– Thanks Kino Casino for support
– Reflects on being maligned and treated unfairly

49:14 – 🤔 – The Concept of Lolcows
– Explains the term and its implications
– Discusses personal experience and perspective
– Contrasts responses to being trolled
– Talks about those who lean into the drama for profit

51:23 – 🛡️ – Avoiding Drama
– Describes efforts to stay out of negative drama
– Reflects on the consequences of engaging in internet drama
– Emphasizes changes and growth over the years
– Expresses a desire to be left alone and create positive content

53:50 – 💬 – Criticizing Drama Content Creators
– Critiques creators who focus on negative content
– Reflects on personal experiences with such creators

54:43 – 🎉 – Accidental Incident Anniversary
– Discusses ReviewTechUSA's annual celebration of a personal incident
– Reflects on the absurdity of celebrating someone else's mistake

57:49 – 🛡 Recognition of supportive content creators
– Appreciation for Kino Casino's nuanced commentary on various internet dramas, including personal misrepresentations, with a positive outlook on humor and fairness.

59:46 – 🚗 – Clarifying car rumors
– Discusses false rumor about buying a new car.
– Explains his current car is a 2017 model and still fine.
– Troll gets kicked out of chat for bringing up the rumor.
– Chat participants defend the speaker against trolls.
– Reflects on how trolls exaggerate truth into false drama.
– Prefers to keep current slander rather than reveal personal info.

It is nice seeing people finally treat Phil differently it’s not 2014 anymore people evolve.