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Dense Pixels - Video Game News and Reviews

Level up your gaming knowledge with Dense Pixels, the ultimate podcast for video game news, reviews, and industry insights. We cover everything from AAA blockbusters to indie gems, breaking down the latest game releases, industry trends, and must-play titles. With witty commentary, deep dives into gaming culture, and discussions on consoles, PC gaming, and next-gen technology, we keep you in the loop on everything happening in the gaming world. Whether you"re into RPGs, FPS, esports, or retro

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101:51

Nintendo Partner Direct, Switch Price Increase,...

Dense Pixels - Video Game News and Reviews ·

2025/08/05

Brad reviews two more of Digital Eclipse’s standout “docu-games” with in-depth impressions of Atari 50 and Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story, highlighting how these playable documentaries preserve game history in fresh, innovative ways. Carrie is deep into the Shin Megami Tensei multiverse, giving updates on her time with Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance and Raidou Kuzunoha Remastered. We break down the biggest announcements from the latest Nintendo Partner Direct, including reveals for Monster Hunter

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92:24

Donkey Kong Bananza, Video Game Censorship, Splitgate...

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2025/07/29

We’re still deep into Donkey Kong Bananza! Brad has already rolled credits, while Micah shares his early impressions of what could be the best game of 2025. The controversy surrounding the censorship of adult video games has now extended to Itch.io, where limited moderation resources have forced even broader content removals. Even worse, the backlash has led to journalistic censorship at Vice Media. We dive into a larger conversation about the dangers of censorship and the ongoing collapse of

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82:00

Donkey Kong Bananza Impressions, Video Game...

Dense Pixels - Video Game News and Reviews ·

2025/07/22

We’re going absolutely bananas over Donkey Kong Bananza! We kick things off by gushing over Nintendo’s latest generational game and why we can't put it down. Valve has begun removing certain adult games from the Steam marketplace due to pressure from payment processors. We discuss how this sets a dangerous precedent for video game censorship and why it’s a slippery slope that players and creators alike should be watching closely. Ubisoft is back in the headlines for all the wrong reasons as Charlie

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92:58

Patapon 1+2 Replay, Subnautica 2 and Krafton's Shady...

Dense Pixels - Video Game News and Reviews ·

2025/07/15

Brad shares why Patapon 1+2 Replay stirs nostalgia for a bygone era of creative, experimental gaming from AAA publishers and why the industry may be worse off without it. We explore Roblox's massive influence on the modern gaming landscape, from platform dominance to its role in shaping young gamers’ habits and expectations. The Subnautica 2 controversy takes center stage as we break down how publisher Krafton appears to have delayed early access to dodge a $250 million payout to Unknown Worlds. We

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96:56

Xbox Layoffs, New Battlefield Expectations, The...

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2025/07/08

Even amid widespread tech layoffs, Microsoft managed to surprise the industry by cutting over 9,000 employees last week—its fourth major layoff in just 18 months. We explore the impact on Xbox, why AAA game development keeps fueling these cycles, and what the Xbox brand might represent going forward. Helldivers 2 is heading to Xbox. Is Sony starting a new trend? EA appears to be setting up the next Battlefield title to fail—and possibly on purpose. 11bitstudios is under fire for using undisclosed

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83:38

REMATCH, Mario Kart World, Gen-Z Gamers, and Much More!

Dense Pixels - Video Game News and Reviews ·

2025/06/24

It’s a community show this week, but first we dive into the games we’ve been playing.Terrence shares his love-hate relationship with REMATCH, calling it both his most beloved and most infuriating game of the year. He also gives quick takes on FBC Firebreak and Lost in Random: The Eternal Die.Brad compares two action-packed brawlers—Midnight Fight Express and Dead as Disco—before digging into strategy with a breakdown of Age of Wonders: Planetfall versus Age of Wonders 4 to determine which entry

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93:17

The Alters, Manor Lords, Switch 2 Launch, WWE...

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2025/06/18

Terrence has been diving into the new base-building game The Alters and shares his early impressions, along with his thoughts on Metaphor: ReFantazio, Dense Pixels' 2024 Game of the Year. Brad is working through his backlog and enjoying both Manor Lords and Shapez 2, with plenty of praise to go around.In news, we cover the massive launch of the Nintendo Switch 2, the end of the SAG-AFTRA strike against major game publishers, and Embracer Group’s Lars Wingefors conveniently stepping into a new role

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82:06

Nintendo Switch 2 Impressions and Summer Game Fest...

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2025/06/10

We’ve all finally gotten our hands on the Nintendo Switch 2 — even Micah — and we share our first impressions of the new console, along with thoughts on Mario Kart World and whether now is the right time to buy one.Summer Game Fest just wrapped, and we start by breaking down the one presentation that stood out for all the wrong reasons, plus what it says about the current state of the AAA gaming industry.We also highlight all of the games that grabbed our attention, including 007: First Light, The

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62:05

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Full Game Discussion...

Dense Pixels - Video Game News and Reviews ·

2025/06/03

***CLAIR OBSCUR: EXPEDITION 33 SPOILER WARNING***With news being light this week, we dive deep into Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. We explore the elements that make it stand out, what lessons we hope other developers learn from it, and give a full breakdown of the game's characters. Of course, we also unpack the ending and examine the major themes that run throughout this compelling title.

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91:02

Bungie Plagiarism, Doom: The Dark Ages, Aging Gamers,...

Dense Pixels - Video Game News and Reviews ·

2025/05/20

Terrence shares his quick impressions of Doom: The Dark Ages and makes a surprise return to Dragon Age: Inquisition. Did he finally make it out of The Hinterlands this time? We dive into the controversy surrounding Bungie, as the studio is once again caught plagiarizing art. With morale reportedly low and Marathon in a precarious state, we discuss what the future might look like for Bungie moving forward. In the Post Office, we reflect on how we've changed as gamers over the years and share the

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69:31

Overrated Bands, Drop Duchy, Giant Bomb is...

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2025/05/13

It’s a light news week, so we open the floodgates for a massive edition of the Post Office. We dig into our favorite independent media outlets, whether Jacob Fatu is officially invited to the cookout, and the most overrated bands in music history. Brad has found another hidden gem with Drop Duchy—a puzzle game dressed up as a Tetris-inspired roguelite that deserves more attention. We share our excitement about the resurrection of Giant Bomb as a worker-owned, independent games media outlet, and what

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71:25

Xbox Price Increases, Grand Theft Auto VI Delay,...

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2025/05/06

Brad has reached the endgame in Last Epoch and confirms it has the juice for ARPG fans. Terrence gives his full review of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 now that he's beaten it, and explains why he’s diving back into Avowed. Grand Theft Auto VI has been delayed to next year—but does anyone on the panel actually care? Microsoft raises prices across the board for Xbox hardware and first-party games. We discuss what this means for the future of console pricing and why Microsoft may have jumped ahead of

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84:42

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Impressions, Elder...

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2025/04/30

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remaster arrived unexpectedly, and Carrie and Terrence share their thoughts on how well it holds up today. Micah, Brad, and Terrence have all jumped into Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Is the game living up to the buzz and lofty expectations? We also offer our impressions of Promise Mascot Agency and Last Epoch, and how each stacks up in their respective genres. Finally, we recap WrestleMania 41—which matches delivered, which disappointed, and what the outcomes could

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73:35

Blue Prince Impressions, South of Midnight Review,...

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2025/04/15

Brad shares his impressions of Blue Prince, diving into what makes the game engaging for him while explaining why it might not be a must-play for everyone—even with Game of the Year buzz. Terrence wraps up South of Midnight, and he and Micah discuss how the game stands out as a powerful and positive representation of Black culture in gaming. Tariff relief might be on the horizon for the U.S., but game consoles are notably excluded. We examine what this means for the Switch 2 preorder landscape and

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99:36

Assassin's Creed Shadows Review, Nintendo Switch 2...

Dense Pixels - Video Game News and Reviews ·

2025/04/09

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders have been delayed in the US and Canada due to new tariffs, throwing a wrench in the planned release schedule. Nintendo claims that the $449 launch price for the Switch 2 did not factor in the potential impact of tariffs, raising questions about future price stability. We give our early impressions of South of Midnight and Atomfall and how they're shaping up ahead of release. Brad reviews the math-meets-madness chaos of Nubby's Number Factory. Micah gives his full review

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84:25

Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Impressions, Mario Kart...

Dense Pixels - Video Game News and Reviews ·

2025/04/03

We finally have all the details on the Nintendo Switch 2, and we break down everything from the Switch 2 Direct. We discuss the specs, price, and whether it's a day 1 purchase for any of us. We give our impressions of the games revealed during the presentation, including Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, The Duskbloods, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, and many more. We also dive into last week’s Nintendo Direct, where the original Switch is getting its final big games—like Metroid Prime

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92:07

Xbox Handheld, More Monster Hunter Wilds, GDC...

Dense Pixels - Video Game News and Reviews ·

2025/03/19

We're still deep in the Forbidden Lands of Monster Hunter Wilds, grinding our way through the latest hunts. Reports suggest an Xbox handheld could be coming this year. We discuss what it might look like and whether it could shake up the current gaming hardware landscape. SAG-AFTRA continues its fight against AI in the voice acting industry, raising concerns about the future of human talent in games. Many developers are skipping GDC due to the U.S.'s treatment of foreign visitors, potentially

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86:24

Monster Hunter Wilds Review, Two-Point Museum Review,...

Dense Pixels - Video Game News and Reviews ·

2025/03/11

Brad and Carrie are fully immersed in Monster Hunter Wilds, and even Micah is feeling the Monster Hunter FOMO… but is he finally hooked? Brad has discovered Two-Point Museum and regrets to inform everyone that he has a new obsession that will consume dozens of hours. Terrence has realized that Game Pass is actually a great value for him and shares his impressions of Ninja Gaiden 2 Black and Diablo IV. We also dive into several tangents in the Post Office, including our thoughts on the John Cena heel

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100:42

Hades 2 Warsong Update, Microsoft Muse, Sony State of...

Dense Pixels - Video Game News and Reviews ·

2025/02/25

The James Bond franchise now creatively resides with Amazon, and Micah and Brad have some thoughts on what this could mean for the series.Carrie has been playing the Warsong update in Hades 2 and is mighty impressed with the new content.Carrie also gives her impressions of the demo for Promise Mascot Agency and what makes it stand out.Brad may have discovered another hidden Capcom gem in Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess.Microsoft made waves with the announcement of its generative-AI model Muse, but

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83:35

Civilization VII, PSN Outage, Football Manager 25...

Dense Pixels - Video Game News and Reviews ·

2025/02/11

Brad played a ton of Sid Meier's Civilization VII and explains why he’s loving the new additions to the gameplay. He also breaks down why this might be the best entry point for new Civ players.PlayStation Network was mysteriously down for almost a whole day, and Sony isn’t explaining why.Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick might be the most unexpected person to make a fantastic point about AI and its role in gaming.Football Manager 25 has been canceled, and surprisingly, it’s for a pro-consumer reason.The

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