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Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast

Welcome to the Pixel Podcast Podcast! Join your Ol’ dads Liam and Scott each week as they chat about their love of gaming and how they navigate the hobby they love while raising little ones.

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01:30:31

Episode 79 – Are There Too Many Good Games Now? (Plus...

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/09/26

This week, it’s announcement overload — the PlayStation State of Play just dropped and we’re diving into every reveal, trailer, and potential wishlist addition. But with so many games dropping every month, it begs the question: Where do we even find the time?We’re taking a beat to ask: how do you actually fit all these games into adult life?And in this week’s Pixel Picks Showdown, we’re naming the Best Game With No Combat 🎧 Let us know which State of Play game actually made it to your mental

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01:17:51

Episode 78 - The Big Game Review Chat - Pixel Parents...

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/09/19

This week, we’re diving into a topic that’s been bubbling for a while:Do we still trust video game reviews?From inflated scores to rushed embargo day hot takes, we’re asking what actually makes a good review, and whether we need to rethink how we consume them.We also give our verdict on The Knightling, share our continued progress with Hollow Knight Silksong, and talk about how it feels to sit with a game for longer than the review cycle demands.And in this week’s Pixel Picks Showdown, we’re naming

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01:29:05

Episode 77 – Is Hollow Knight: Silksong GOTY? +...

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/09/12

This week we’re asking the question Hollow Knight fans have waited years to hear:Could Silksong actually be a Game of the Year contender?We dig into the latest hype, our expectations, and whether the long wait has helped or hurt.Then, in our main topic, we look ahead: What will be the next meme-hype game?And in this week’s Pixel Picks Showdown, we’re naming the Best Indie Game That Went Mainstream – the ones that broke out and changed the game.🎧 Got a pick for the next viral gaming hit? Let us know

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01:42:45

Episode 76 – Silly Season Is Here: But What Drives...

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/09/05

It’s officially silly season, and this week we’re taking a beat to ask: What really drives your next game to play?Is it FOMO? A glowing recommendation? The algorithm? Social pressure? Or just… vibes?We’ve all got limited time and more games than ever — so how do we actually make that next pick? This week’s main topic is personal, chaotic, and maybe a bit too relatable.We’re also reacting to the 007: State of Play Special, sharing our impressions of Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, giving verdicts on Metal

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01:27:17

Episode 75 – Remakes: Fix the Game or the Player? –...

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/08/29

This week we’re deep-diving into the world of remakes—what makes them feel right, and when do they just feel… off? With Metal Gear Solid Delta and Gears of War Reloaded hitting shelves, we’re asking the big questions: Should a remake preserve everything that worked back then? Or are there things—story, tone, even design—that should stay in the past?We break down how modern remakes try to balance nostalgia with modern expectations, and whether it’s possible to truly update a classic without

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01:41:37

Episode 74 – The Big Gamescom Chat: What Makes a...

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/08/22

This week we’re fresh off Gamescom 2025 with our early reactions and a deeper look at what makes a stand-out games showcase. With announcements like Resident Evil Requiem, Black Myth 2, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Hell is Us, Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and more, we’ll talk about what worked, what missed the mark, and what games we walk away excited for. We’ll also ask: what makes a great showcase? Is it surprises, pacing, tone, or just lots of big names in trailers?And in this

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01:27:51

Episode 73 – Battlefield 6, Hell is Us + Shinobi: Art...

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/08/15

This week, we’re pulling back the curtain on our gaming backlogs—no more hiding behind those unfinished games. Scott and Liam are laying it all out there, revealing every game they’ve got on the backlog, the progress they’ve made (or haven’t made), and just how likely they are to finally finish them in the inaugural Year of the Log. We’ll also dive into our thoughts on the highly anticipated Hell is Us, our thoughts on Battlefield 6, if Liam is still hyped after playing Shinobi Art of Vengeance and

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01:44:25

Episode 72 – Are We Ready for the Next Generation?...

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/08/08

It’s time to look forward – and backward. With PS6 specs allegedly leaking , we sit down to ask whether gamers are anywhere near ready for the next generation. We review the PS5 and Xbox Series X era, asking what delivered and what disappointed. Are seven‑year cycles still appropriate when PS6 and a PS6 handheld could release in late 2027 or early 2028?We’ll also cover the upcoming games ready to assault our backlogs – from Mafia: The Old Country and Gears of War Reloaded to Metal Gear Solid Δ:

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01:31:31

Episode 71 - Do Games Hit Harder Since Becoming...

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/08/01

We get real this week in what may be our most heartfelt main topic yet - asking if video games hit harder since becoming parents. Is it being more in touch with our emotions or simple sleep deprivation?We also give final scores on Donkey Kong Bananza and Death Stranding 2, before catching up on how summertime has been the scourge of our efforts in the Year of the Log! Also, on this week’s Pixel Picks Showdown, we finally go large as we crown the best Open World Game!🎧 Do games hit harder for you as

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01:28:15

Episode 70 - Is DK Bananza the New Mario 64 + Our...

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/07/25

This week on the Pixel Parents Podcast, Alex from The Mimic’s Veil returns to talk Donkey Kong Bananza — the bold new platformer swinging into the hearts of a new generation. Could this be their Mario 64 moment?On our main topic, inspired by the new Fantastic Four: First Steps, we each unveil our Gaming Fantastic Four — the four games that define us. It’s personal. It’s chaotic. And it’s guaranteed to spark debate. And on the Pixel Picks Showdown, things can only get better as we name the Best

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01:43:07

Episode 69 - 2025’s Best Video Game (So Far) - Pixel...

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/07/18

We’re more than halfway through the year, so it’s time to ask the big question: what’s our Game of the Year… so far? We break down the best games we’ve played in 2025 and predict who might take the crown by December. We’re also celebrating the return of skateboarding, reviewing our favourite delivery simulator, and going all-in on a nostalgic brawl to crown the Best Gamecube game in this week’s Pixel Picks Showdown. All this plus:THPS 3+4 Deliver at All Costs hands-on reviewDeath Stranding 2 - Our

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01:37:47

Episode 68 - In Conversation with Grant Kirkhope -...

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/07/11

We sit down for a chat with legendary games composer, Grant Kirkhope and discuss his creative process, legacy and more! We also catch up on all things Death Stranding 2: On The Beach. And much more. Fellow gamers, WELCOME TO THE VIDEO ERA OF PIXEL PARENTS!Death Stranding 2 - Our Journey So FarMain topic: In Conversation with Grant KirkhopePixel Picks Showdown: Best Rhythm GameWrite to us: pixelparentspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on BlueSky: @pixelparents.bsky.socialSubscribe to us on YouTube:

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01:15:48

Episode 67 - Video Game Tropes We Would End - Pixel...

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/07/04

Who really likes a follow quest? This week it’s all about getting the big scythe out as we name all the gaming tropes we’d banish forever! Scott also has yet another platformer review, and it’s one to keep an eye on! Strap in, it’s a bold one! All this plus:Ruffy and the Riverside reviewDeath Stranding 2 initial thoughtsMain topic: Video Game Tropes We Would EndPixel Picks Showdown: Best Rewarding GameWrite to us: pixelparentspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on BlueSky: @pixelparents.bsky.socialMusic and

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01:42:49

Episode 66 - Hideo Kojima: An Ode To Gaming’s Genius,...

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/06/27

It’s Death Stranding 2’s launch week, so what better time to take a look back at the career of one of Video Gaming’s genuine auteurs? Scott also shares his verdict on the return of an old classic and we discuss our approach to building up to a big new release. All this plus:Gex Trilogy reviewDeath Stranding 2 hypeSummer Holiday gaming… best approach?Main Topic: An ode to Hideo KojimaPixel Picks Showdown: Best Surprise Moment GameWrite to us: pixelparentspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on BlueSky:

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01:41:32

Episode 65 - Is 100% Completion Even Worth It...

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/06/20

We all live busy lives as gamers, juggling work, kids… so it’s a massive commitment to 100% or platinum a game, but is it worth it? We also breakdown some huge news and take a look ahead at the future of gaming. All this plus:Chronicles of the Wolf ReviewSwitch 2 week 2: Ultimate family console?Mario Kart World VerdictMarathon Delay: Is Bungie cooked?Xbox and PlayStation’s next-gen plans… steady on?Main Topic: Is 100% even worth it anymore?Pixel Picks Showdown: Best game to 100%Write to us:

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01:52:50

Episode 64 - Hype vs. Reality: Biggest Letdowns in...

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/06/13

We’ve all been there as gamers, feeling burned by a disappointment after endless hype, question is… what were the biggest letdowns? Speaking of which, we also catch up on what caught our eye during Summer Game Fest. All this plus:Scott’s continued odyssey of surprise gamesOur first week with Switch 2Hype vs Reality, biggest letdowns in gamingBest Ubisoft gameWrite to us: pixelparentspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on BlueSky: @pixelparents.bsky.socialMusic and production by Sean Murray -

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00:53:52

Xbox Games Showcase Review - Pixel REACTS

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/06/08

The Pixel Parents crew reacts to all the reveals and announcements from Xbox Games Showcase! Follow us on BlueSky @pixelparents.bsky.social and write to us to be part of the show - pixelparentspodcast@gmail.com Music and Production by Sean Murray (IG @barehanddesigns - barehanddesigns.com)#xbox #xboxgamesshowcase

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01:13:13

Episode 63 – Nintendo: Still The Heart of Gaming? –...

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/06/06

What makes that Nintendo magic? And do they still have it? As we welcome the Switch 2 into our lives this week, we take a look back at Nintendo as if they are still the beating heart of the video game industry. Plus:Scott’s surprising Xbox throwbackPreparing for Switch 2Sharing consoles with kidsPixel Picks Showdown: Best Game That Got Better Over TimeWrite to us: pixelparentspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on BlueSky: @pixelparents.bsky.socialMusic and production by Sean Murray -

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00:57:01

PlayStation State of Play Reactions (June 2025) -...

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/06/04

The Pixel Parents crew reacts to all the reveals and announcements from PlayStation State of Play (June 2025)! Follow us on BlueSky @pixelparents.bsky.social and write to us to be part of the show - pixelparentspodcast@gmail.com Music and Production by Sean Murray (IG @barehanddesigns - barehanddesigns.com)

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01:57:48

Episode 62 – Summer Game Fest & Xbox Game Showcase...

Pixel Parents | Video Game Podcast ·

2025/05/30

We’re dreaming big as we share our tastiest predictions for Summer Game Fest Live and Xbox Games Showcase. What games will steal the show? And how would we make SGF better? These are the big talking points on this week’s bumper episode. Plus:The Last of Us Season 2 (spoiler-free) verdictSwitch 2 launch hypeRevisiting old classics before bigger releasesHow can we keep fit while gamingPixel Picks Showdown: Best PlayStation Vita GameWrite to us: pixelparentspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on BlueSky:

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