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Steam Deck Prices Soar & GTA 6 Continues to Make Headlines | Level Down PodcastThis week on the Level Down Podcast, we're covering two of the biggest stories in gaming.Valve has significantly increased the price of the Steam Deck OLED, with the 512 GB model now priced at $789 and the 1 TB model at $949. We discuss what's behind the price increase, the discontinuation of the LCD Steam Deck models, whether Valve's refurbished units are now the best value, and how the latest SteamOS updates continue to improve the handheld experience.We're also breaking down the latest Grand Theft Auto VI news. From pre-orders and the different editions to the controversy surrounding the physical release and Sony's massive marketing campaign, there's plenty to discuss. We also share our thoughts on what Rockstar's latest announcements could mean for GTA Online and the future of the franchise.Topics Covered:• Steam Deck OLED price increases• LCD Steam Deck models discontinued• Are refurbished Steam Decks the best value?• The latest SteamOS updates• The future of SteamOS and handheld gaming• GTA 6 pre-order details• Standard Edition vs. Ultimate Edition• The physical edition controversy• Sony's GTA 6 marketing partnership• GTA Online expectations• Our predictions and opinionsLet us know what you think in the comments.Would you pay nearly $950 for a Steam Deck OLED?Are you buying GTA 6 on day one, or are you waiting for reviews or a sale?If you enjoy the show, be sure to like the video, subscribe to the channel, and turn on notifications so you never miss a new episode of the Level Down Podcast.Follow The Level Down Podcast for more gaming discussions, reviews, reactions, and industry news every week! Subscribe for weekly gaming news, tech talk, movie discussions, and random entertainment chaos from the Level Down Podcast.Like, Comment, and Subscribe for weekly gaming news, reactions, and real conversations from the Level Down Podcast.🎧 Available on all major podcast platforms.Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and DROP A COMMENT RADIOSHACK https://www.radioshack.com/Follow us on Social Media: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/d3vind4vis/https://www.instagram.com/deltastic.one/TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@d3vind4vishttps://www.tiktok.com/@deltasticoneTwitter: https://twitter.com/DELtasticONELinktree: https://linktr.ee/leveldownpodcastBury The Booking Podcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@BuryTheBookingJoin Riverside FM with my link below.https://www.riverside.fm/?via=devin-davis

Is Xbox in trouble? That's the question we're tackling on this episode of The Level Down Podcast.With reports suggesting Xbox is facing major internal changes, shrinking profit margins, possible studio closures, and a complete shift in strategy, many gamers are wondering what the future of Xbox really looks like. Has Microsoft spent too much money chasing Game Pass growth and massive acquisitions? Is Xbox losing its identity as a console brand? And could the next generation of Xbox look more like a gaming PC than a traditional console?In this episode, we break down the rumored Xbox reset, discuss the future of Game Pass, explore whether exclusives still matter in 2026, and debate what Microsoft's long-term plan could be for gaming. We also talk about potential layoffs, the future of beloved studios like Ninja Theory and Double Fine, the impact of the Activision Blizzard acquisition, and whether franchises like Halo, Gears of War, Fallout, and Elder Scrolls can continue to carry the Xbox brand.Topics Include:• Is Xbox actually in trouble?• Xbox studio closures and layoffs• The future of Halo, Gears, Fallout, and Elder Scrolls• Xbox Game Pass concerns and ad-supported tiers• Xbox exclusives vs PlayStation releases• Microsoft's gaming strategy• The future of Xbox hardware• Project Helix rumors• Activision Blizzard acquisition discussion• Can Xbox compete with PlayStation and Nintendo?• Our predictions for Xbox in 2031If you enjoyed the episode, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the NOTIFICATION BELL so you never miss a new episode of The Level Down Podcast!Follow The Level Down Podcast for more gaming discussions, reviews, reactions, and industry news every week! Subscribe for weekly gaming news, tech talk, movie discussions, and random entertainment chaos from the Level Down Podcast.Like, Comment, and Subscribe for weekly gaming news, reactions, and real conversations from the Level Down Podcast.🎧 Available on all major podcast platforms.Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and DROP A COMMENT RADIOSHACK https://www.radioshack.com/Follow us on Social Media: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/d3vind4vis/https://www.instagram.com/deltastic.one/TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@d3vind4vishttps://www.tiktok.com/@deltasticoneTwitter: https://twitter.com/DELtasticONELinktree: https://linktr.ee/leveldownpodcastBury The Booking Podcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@BuryTheBookingJoin Riverside FM with my link below.https://www.riverside.fm/?via=devin-davis

🔥 This week on The Level Down Podcast, we're diving deep into one of the biggest gaming weeks of 2026!🎮 Nintendo Direct 6.9.2026 delivered massive announcements, but did it also signal the official end of the original Nintendo Switch era? We discuss the Ocarina of Time Remake, Kingdom Hearts IV, Star Fox, Xenoblade Genesis, Splatoon Raiders, Nintendo's growing price concerns, and whether Nintendo gets away with things other companies never could.⚔️ After more than a decade away, Fable is finally returning. We break down everything we've seen so far, including the living world of Albion, player choice, morality systems, combat, humor, and the surprising PlayStation release. Can Fable become Xbox's next masterpiece, or has the hype become too big to live up to?🎯 We also tackle the biggest question facing gaming right now: What is Xbox becoming? With Game Pass, cloud gaming, PC, handhelds, and Xbox games launching across multiple platforms, does Microsoft still care about selling consoles? Is Xbox evolving beyond the traditional console war, and what will the brand look like five years from now?💬 Join the conversation in the comments:Did Nintendo officially move on from the original Switch?Can Fable become Xbox's answer to Skyrim?What will Xbox look like in 2031? If you enjoyed the episode, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the NOTIFICATION BELL so you never miss a new episode of The Level Down Podcast!Follow The Level Down Podcast for more gaming discussions, reviews, reactions, and industry news every week! Subscribe for weekly gaming news, tech talk, movie discussions, and random entertainment chaos from the Level Down Podcast.👍 Like, 💬 Comment, and 🔔 Subscribe for weekly gaming news, reactions, and real conversations from the Level Down Podcast.🎧 Available on all major podcast platforms.Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and DROP A COMMENTRADIOSHACK https://www.radioshack.com/Follow us on Social Media:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/d3vind4vis/https://www.instagram.com/deltastic.one/TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@d3vind4vishttps://www.tiktok.com/@deltasticoneTwitter:https://twitter.com/DELtasticONELinktree: https://linktr.ee/leveldownpodcastBury The Booking Podcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@BuryTheBookingJoin Riverside FM with my link below.https://www.riverside.fm/?via=devin-davis