The Level

This is a very special bonus level where we give the game club treatment to Spec Ops: The Line. We are joined by Jorg Friedrich of Yager Development to discuss the thoughts and motivations that went into the development of the game. Then, the Duckfeed.tv team delves into the emotional impact that this serious and solemn game had on us. Links of Note: Funny Games

Kole, Ben, Dennis, and David talk about the recent Nintendo announcements, X-COM enemy unknown, and we ask you what games you keep coming back to. The Brief: Ratchet and Clank movie announced. Nintendo Now. Tetris to treat lazy eye. The Grind: Ben: Spec Ops: The Line. Kole: Spec Ops: The Line. Ridiculous Fishing. David: Dead Island. La Mulana. Dennis: Dear Esther. X-COM: Enemy Unknown. Multiplayer: Games you replay. End Boss: Las Vegas beer fest. Disabled LoL player pentakill. X-Wing Alliance rediscovered.

Kole, Ben, and Dennis talk about the Castle of Illusion remake, Improbable Island, and your favorite mods. The Brief "Castle of Illusion" remake announced. "The Last of Us" contest. Grand Theft Auto V screens released. The Grind Kole: VVVVVV. Ben: Bioshock Infinite. Spec Ops: The Line. Dennis: Improbable Island. Dark Souls. The Walking Dead. Multiplayer What's your favorite mod?

Kole, Dennis, David, and (eventually) Ben talk about the always-online Xbox controversy, the Dark Souls 2 reveal, and ask you about your emotional responses to games. The Brief X-Box 360 always-online kerfuffle. Dark Souls 2 gameplay video released. The Grind Kole: Nimble Quest. Minecraft. Dennis: The Cave. The Walking Dead. New World Colony. David: Improbable Island. Bioshock Infinite. Multiplayer What game have you had the strongest emotional reaction to? Links of Note: That Dragon, Cancer

Kole, Dennis Bot, Ben, and David talk about the Metal Gear Solid 5, Bioshock Infinite, and Organ Trail. The Brief Metal Gear Solid 5 announced. David Hayter fired from being Solid Snake. China develops "Glorious Mission". N++ announced. The Grind Ben: 30 Flights of Loving. Bioshock Infinite. Kole: Bioshock Infinite. Organ Trail. David: Improbable Island. The End Boss New Car. Haiku. Boring.

Kole, Ben, Dennis, and David talk about the Duck Tales Remastered announcement, Little Inferno, and Tomb Raider. Welcome to the 16th level. Sorry this episode is late! I was hit by a car! OW! The Brief EA CEO John Riccitello resigns. Duck Tales Remastered announced. Walking Dead: Survival Instinct is bad. Saint's Row 4 is a thing. The Grind Kole: Little Inferno. Ridiculous Fishing. Dennis: New World Colony. Left 4 Dead 2. David: Left 4 Dead 2. EVE Online. Sleeping Dogs. Ben: Far Cry 3. Tomb Raider. The Multiplayer Why don't you pirate? Which video game character would you have a drink with? What kind of game would you make? What game makes you feel the most powerful?

Dennis, Ben, and David talk about expectations and disappointment. Links of Note: Lost Levels Unconference Sleeping Dogs live action trailer Borderlands 2 live action trailer Binding of Isaac live action trailer Hotline Miami live action trailer 1 Hotline Miami live action trailer 2 Crash Bandicoot commercial Ratchet and Clank commercial Majora's Mask commercial

Kole, Dennis, and David talk about the God of War trophy debacle, the pricing on the Steam Box, and Sleeping Dogs. The Brief God of War trophy fiasco. Torment kickstarter funded. Steam Box priced around $1000. The Grind Kole: Hitman: Absolution. Surgeon Simulator 2012. David: Sleeping Dogs. EVE Online. Dennis: Spec Ops: The Line. End Bosses Kole might be a hoarder. Chicken Fingers > Chicken Patties. Expect more.

Kole, Ben, Dennis, and David talk about Sim City woes, what "next gen" means, and we ask you who your favorite developers are. The Brief Wreck It Ralph snubbed. X-COM: Enemy Unknown coming to Mac. SimCity woes. The Grind Dennis: Vanquish. Dear Esther. Kole: Bit.Trip: Runner. Gravity Duck. Ben: Far Cry 3. David: EVE Online. Bonus Round Spot the real developer (Thanks, Geofrey Lawton!) Multiplayer Who are your favorite developers? End Bosses The Watchmen I need a seat The real Batman Rayman giveaway.

Kole, Dennis, and David talk about the toughest decisions in games.