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Dense Pixels - Video Game News and Reviews
by TNP Studios
The Dense Pixels Podcast is a weekly show that talks about everything you need to know in the video game industry. We give you news, opinionated discussion, the important info on major new releases, and lots of humor from three guys who know, love, and live video games.
Episodes
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Sonic x Shadow Generations, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, Switch 2 Reveal, and Much More!
Brad has been diving into Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, and it’s absolutely fantastic. Carrie shares her thoughts on Sonic x Shadow Generations and explains why Sonic fans are eating good right now. Awesome Games Done Quick wraps up an incredible event, raising $2.5 million for charity.…
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Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Echoes of Wisdom, Okami, and Much More!
We’re back from the holiday break, and we’ve been diving into some incredible games! Carrie has joined the crew in tackling the epic Metaphor ReFantazio. We share our impressions of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, and Okami HD. The PEGI ratings board...
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The Game Awards 2024, Capcom On Top, xDefiant Shutdown, and More!
We recap the 2024 Game Awards, which somehow turned out to be one of the best video game shows…ever? From our takes on the winners to a breakdown of the smorgasbord of world premiere trailers, we dive into everything that made the night unforgettable. Ubisoft strikes again with the planned…
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2024 Game of the Year Podcast!
It’s our 2024 Game of the Year show! We dive into the games that defined our year and brought us the most joy, excitement, and surprises. Which title will take home the coveted Dense Pixels Game of the Year award? Tune in to hear our top picks, honorable mentions, and the ultimate winner of 2024.
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Star Wars Outlaws, Humanity, Elon Musk AI Gaming, Steam Lawsuit, and More!
It’s a lighter week in the wake of winter, but there’s plenty to discuss. MIcah caved and bought Star Wars Outlaws; How is he liking it? Brad recommends spatial puzzle game Humanity. Elon Musk claims he wants to save video games by creating an AI-focused gaming studio, and we explore why this...
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Dragon Age: The Veilguard Review, Rococop: Rogue City, FromSoftware, PlayStation, and More!
Micah has finished Dragon Age: The Veilguard and shares whether the game improved from his initial impressions and who it’s best suited for. Brad returns to VR, throwing punches in Batman: Arkham VR, and finally dives into the Peggle-roguelike Peglin, which he’s finding utterly delightful. Brad...
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The Game Awards Nominees, Tetris Forever, Balatro, Nintendo Lawsuit, Tariffs, and More!
We break down the 2024 Game Awards nominee slate and address the controversy surrounding Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree’s nominations. Micah surprises everyone by playing—and enjoying—Balatro. Brad shares his experience with the interactive museum-style game Tetris Forever and gives his...
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Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Firewalk Studios, Ubisoft NFT Games, and More!
Micah shares his in-depth impressions of Dragon Age: The Veilguard, detailing how this game stands apart within the Dragon Age series but noting that it might not appeal to every fan, possibly even himself. We analyze the shutdown of Firewalk Studios, discussing who bears responsibility for the...
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Dragon Age, Metaphor ReFantazio, Netflix Game Studio Closure, Nintendo's MMO, and More!
Micah shares his thoughts on the official Dragon Age: Vows and Vengeance podcast and expresses concerns about the direction of The Veilguard. He also dives into Metaphor ReFantazio, discussing how it evolves the Shin Megami Tensei/Persona formula. Brad is deeply immersed in the new Diablo IV...
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Choose Wisely! (Hades II Update, Vampire Survivors Castlevania, Potential Console Tariffs)
Brad shares his experiences with more demos from Steam Next Fest, diving into why the Zachtronics Solitaire Collection has been capturing his attention. Carrie provides her early thoughts on the Olympus update for Hades II, offering insight into its latest changes. Meanwhile, Vampire Survivors is...
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Metaphor: ReFantastico (Metaphor: ReFantazio, D4 Vessel of Hatred, Alarmo, Next Fest)
Brad shares his thoughts on Metaphor: ReFantazio after spending significant time with it, highlighting the evolution of the battle system and the integration of social links into party development. He also dives into the Diablo IV expansion Vessel of Hatred, discussing the improvements made to…
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Ubisoft is in Disarray (Metaphor ReFantazio, UFO 50, Halo Studios)
We share our impressions of the Metaphor: ReFantazio demo as we anticipate its full release. Carrie dives into why the Monster Hunter Stories games are underrated gems in the turn-based RPG genre. Brad has more thoughts on UFO 50 and why he expects it to rank among his top games of 2024. Ubisoft…
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Sticker Shock (PS5 Pro, State of Play, Switch 2 Rumors, Palworld Lawsuit)
Sony has announced the PlayStation 5 Pro at the staggering price of $700. We debate whether we’re planning to get one and if this signals the future of console pricing. Sony’s State of Play brought several big announcements, with the standout reveal being the Ghost of Tsushima sequel, Ghost of...
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Astro Space Marine (40K Space Marine 2, Astro Bot, AEW All Out)
Micah is about to dive deep into the Warhammer 40,000 universe as he begins his journey with Space Marine 2. Meanwhile, Brad is not playing Space Marine because he's been engrossed in Astro Bot and has a lot to say—though he's holding back to avoid spoilers. He's also been spending some time with...
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We're (Not) Gonna Live Forever (Concord shutdown, Bungie struggles, Songs of Conquest
In this episode, we discuss Sony's surprising decision to quickly delist the troubled shooter Concord and whether we think it will return as a free-to-play title or if it's gone for good. We also dive into Randy Pitchford's...interesting comparison of Gearbox Software to The Beatles and the…
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Monster Hunter Wilds Looks LEGIT (Gamescom, Civ 7, Black Myth Wukong, Concord)
In this episode, we react to the exciting announcements from Gamescom, with a particular focus on Monster Hunter Wilds and Sid Meier's Civilization VII. We discuss the overwhelming success of Black Myth: Wukong on Steam and how its achievements are somewhat overshadowed by the controversial...
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The Streisand Effect (Black Myth Wukong, Deadlock, Tim Walz' Dreamcast)
In this episode, we discuss the recent controversy surrounding The Verge and its decision to publish information about Valve’s secret shooter Deadlock. We also touch on the unusual request from the Black Myth: Wukong studio, asking influencers to avoid including feminist propaganda or COVID-19...
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How is David Zaslav Still Employed? (WB Games, Tango Gameworks, Borderlands movie)
In this episode, we delve into the critical juncture facing WB Games as they consider whether to start licensing their IPs and exit game development or potentially sell off their studios. This discussion comes amid significant industry changes, including BioWare's reflections on lessons learned...
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Failure of Leadership (Bungie Layoffs, AI is BS, Game Informer)
This week, we recap the tumultuous events at Bungie. The company laid off over 200 employees, a move that has sparked discussions about their possible misleading of Sony before the acquisition. We explore why Pete Parsons, Bungie's CEO, deserves a significant portion of the blame and argue that...
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Please Ignore the Concern Trolls (AC: Shadows, Voice Actors Strike, Gaming Unionization)
The crew recaps the highlights from EVO 2024. Video game actors confirm strike action over AI concerns. Bethesda and Activision Blizzard employees have successfully unionized, creating the largest video game unions in the game industry to date. Humble Games shutters as Ziff Davis reckons with the...
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Childhood Rat Casino (Game Pass Price Increase, Manor Lords, Rogue Trader)
Xbox Game Pass is getting price increases and a standard tier with no day-one releases, which leads us to a tangent about how Nintendo is about the only game maker who could possibly get away with this. Microsoft says plainly in a new ad that you don’t need an Xbox to play Xbox games. An indie…
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Final Fantasy's Dawntrail Vacation (FFXIV: Dawntrail, Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader, Apex Legends)
Carrie takes a trip to the Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail expansion and explains why some of the criticism of the new content is off the mark, and the best way for new players to enter the game. Summer Games Done Quick raises over $2.5 million, taking its lifetime total beyond $50 million (also a…
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Disrespectful Behavior (Dr. Disrespect admission, Art of Rally, Kong Dong)
Dr Disrespect admits Twitch ban due to messages with minor in the direction of being inappropriate. Dr Disrespect continued to send sexually explicit messages to minor after their age was known, former Twitch employee says. Donkey Kong could have been called Kong Dong, Nintendo court documents...
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Git Gud, Scrubs! (Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree, Steam Next Fest)
Brad and Carrie discuss the demos that stood out to them during the most recent Steam Next Fest. Brad is checking out space grand strategy civ Endless Space 2. Elden Ring publisher calls out Shadow of the Erdtree players struggling with the difficulty of the DLC. Carrie gives her impressions of...
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DEI Banana (Banana Game, Nintendo Direct Reactions, Metroid Prime 4)
We react to the summer Nintendo Direct, including thoughts on Metroid Prime 4 footage, Mario & Luigi Brothership, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, and the shocking return of Marvel vs Capcom 2. We discuss Epic acknowledging the issue with Fortnite's free cars being more dangerous than paid...
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What We Thought of Summer Game Fest 2024 (AC: Shadows, Dragon Age Veilguard, Gears E-Day)
The crew shares their overall impressions of the major presentations from this year's Summer Game Fest. We then dive into the games we're most excited about from the event, including Astro Bot, Assassin's Creed: Shadows, Wanderstop, UFO50, Possessor(s), Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Dragon...
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Capitalist Pig BS (Assassin's Creed Shadows, Diablo IV Season 4, Upcoming 2024 Games)
In this episode, we discuss the faux outrage surrounding the Assassin's Creed Shadows announcement, highlighting how the situation is both amusing and sad. Carrie and Brad share their most anticipated games for the remainder of 2024. Microsoft executives are reportedly advocating for a flexible...
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Won't Some Please Thing of Phil Spencer? (Xbox Closures, Hades II, EA Ads, V Rising)
In this episode, Brad and Carrie dive deeper into their experiences with Hades II early access, sharing more detailed thoughts after spending additional time in the game. Brad explores V Rising but questions if survival games are his thing. Carrie returns to the Capital Wasteland, revisiting...
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GOTY Shock Drop (Hades II, Helldivers II Fiasco, Private Division Closure)
Supergiant Games surprised everyone by releasing Hades II in early access, and Brad shares his initial impressions of this highly anticipated title, which is poised to become one of the year's biggest hits. Additionally, Brad uncovers a hidden gem in Minishoot Adventures, as we wonder why we…
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Terminally Online Weirdos (Stellar Blade, Tales of Kenzara: Zau, 32-bit Console Draft)
Micah shares his impressions of two exciting games, Tales of Kenzara: Zau and Stellar Blade. However, the mood shifts when we inform Micah about the online discourse surrounding Stellar Blade's main character, Eve. Meanwhile, Carrie delves deeper into Final Fantasy VII Remake, offering her…
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The 500th One (Embracer Group Disbanded, Take-Two Layoffs, Fallout Show)
In our milestone 500th episode, we celebrate with some exciting updates! Carrie surprises us all by revealing her newfound role in a metal band and shares her exhilarating experience performing at VGM Con in Minnesota. Meanwhile, we dive into industry news, including Embracer's plan to split into...
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World Wrestling Anime (Wrestlemania XL, FF7 Rebirth Ending, Tip Your Devs)
In this episode, Brad shares his impressions of two roguelikes, Fights in Tight Spaces and Slice & Dice. Meanwhile, Micah passionately discusses the Nomura-ing of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth's ending. We also delve into former Blizzard boss Mike Ybarra's perspective on game development, as well as...
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What the Hell Was That?! (Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Russian Game Console, Gearbox)
In this episode, Micah shares his impressions of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, while Carrie provides her initial thoughts on Final Fantasy VII Remake. Micah also delves into his experiences with Rise of the Ronin, exploring whether its various components come together to create something special....
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The Ideal Live Service Model (Helldivers 2 Flying Bugs, Stardew Valley 1.6, Larian Studios)
In this episode, we delve into the recent update patch for Helldivers 2, exploring the flying bugs terminids and uncovering valuable lessons for the wider gaming industry. Carrie shares her experiences diving back into Stardew Valley with the latest 1.6 update, discussing its impact and...
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Finally, Some Good Gaming News (Capcom Salary Increases, Saber Interactive, Bobby Kotick TikTok)
Capcom is increasing its starting salary in Japan by more than 25%, aiming to attract and retain talent. Activision QA workers unionize, demanding better working conditions as over 600 employees are laid off. Embracer Group confirms the $247 million sale of Saber Interactive assets and withdraws...
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This Sucks and I Hate It Here (Playstation layoffs, EA layoffs, Nintendo Yuzu Lawsuit, Apple Arcade)
PlayStation is reducing its workforce by around 900 employees, approximately 8% of its total staff. EA has announced further layoffs affecting about 670 employees. There's a discussion about the permission structure around layoffs in the game industry and whether it will lead to consolidation or…
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Worked Into a Shoot (Xbox Exclusive Plans, Balatro, Nintendo Partner Direct)
Brad is completely captivated by the new poker-styled deckbuilding roguelite Balatro. Microsoft announced some games moving out of their exclusive catalog, raising questions about PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. The Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase revealed exciting new releases. EA Sports…
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Spreading Democracy (Tekken 8, Helldivers II, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Disney Epic Games)
Micah shares his excitement about Tekken 8, expressing his belief that it could be the best installment in the Tekken series thus far. Brad enthusiastically dives into Helldivers II, describing it as one of the finest online shooters he has ever experienced and expressing his delight while…
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...Which Was the Style at the Time (Suicide Squad Reviews, Microsoft Exclusives, We Want Cody)
Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League receives worryingly low Metascore and Steam player count, raising concerns about its reception and performance in the gaming community. Reports surface alleging that employees at The Day Before studio face fines for mistakes, shedding light on potential...
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This is Going to Be a Trainwreck (Microsoft layoffs, Suicide Squad Reviews, Tekken 8)
Microsoft announces a significant layoff of 1,900 employees across Xbox and Activision Blizzard, signaling major changes within the gaming industry. Riot Games, the developer of League of Legends, follows suit with layoffs affecting 530 employees, highlighting ongoing challenges in the industry....
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Legally-Distinct Pokemon (PalWorld, Comfortable Not Owning Games, Halo Infinite)
The game PalWorld has achieved over 5 million copies sold in just three days; we have questions about its potential longevity and whether it will become a gaming juggernaut. Ubisoft's subscription boss suggests that consumers need to be comfortable with not owning games, reflecting a shift in the...
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Son-icide (Tekken 8, Price of Persia The Lost King, More Layoffs, The Year of AI)
Carrie starts the podcast by emphasizing that there are no excuses left to try Golden Sun.We discuss concerns raised by actors regarding the groundbreaking SAG-AFTRA AI voice agreement.The team shares their gaming resolutions for 2024.We discuss issues related to profitability and layoffs at…
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Hit by a Bus (Bobby Kotick is Gone, Tetris Defeated, Sonic Symphony, Hitman: Freelancer)
In the latest podcast episode, discussions include revelations from a former Call of Duty developer who criticizes Bobby Kotick's decisions, claiming they negatively impacted game quality. A 13-year-old achieves a remarkable feat by becoming the first person to beat Tetris, showcasing exceptional...
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Like a Dragon Proselytization (Against the Storm, Persona 5 Tactica, The Man Who Erased His Name)
In the latest podcast episode, the hosts discuss significant developments in the gaming industry, including a reported hack on Insomniac Games impacting data related to Wolverine and Spider-Man 3. Versus Evil experiences closure, affecting titles like TinyBuild, Banner Saga, and Pillars of...
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Our 2023 Games of the Year Show! (2023 GOTY, Woe is Kojima, Most Emotional Gaming Moments)
In this special Game of the Year episode, the hosts engage in a lively discussion about their personal picks for the best games of 2023. They share insights into the standout titles that have left a lasting impression and shaped their gaming experiences throughout the year. The podcast also…
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The Awards Show to Celebrate...the Presenters? (The Game Awards 2023 recap, Fortnite, The Day Before)
The latest podcast episode delves into The Game Awards that took place last week, with Brad and Micah providing a recap of the notable winners. The hosts engage in a discussion about the controversy surrounding The Game Awards, particularly the minimal time allocated to award recipients, and…
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Yes, We'll Talk About the GTA 6 Trailer (Grand Theft Auto 6, Steamworld Build review, Video Game Piracy)
Brad shares his progress in chipping away at his gaming backlog, providing reviews of Steamworld Build, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge, and Unpacking. The hosts then dive into their impressions of the Grand Theft Auto VI teaser and share their experiences with the iconic Grand...
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Making Money and Making Friends! (Steam Deck OLED Review, NBA 2K Lawsuit, CM Punk Return)
Brad shares his review of the Steam Deck OLED, offering insights into the device's features and how it enhances the gaming experience. Additionally, he reflects on his early hours in Persona 4, discussing the challenges of going backward through a long-running franchise like Persona. The podcast...
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Shut Up and Take My Money, Gabe! (Steam Deck OLED, The Game Awards Nominee)
Micah and Brad discuss the recently announced nominees for The Game Awards. The conversation covers the exciting lineup of nominees, highlighting the diverse and competitive nature of the gaming industry.The discussion also touches upon the Eurogamer review of the Steam Deck OLED, emphasizing the...
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Ryan Cohen is Accelerating GameStop's Demise (N7 Day, GameStop Turmoil, Gaming Layoffs)
Carrie shares her detailed experience of moving across the country, offering insights and anecdotes from her journey. The hosts dive into the recent drama on PlayStation Twitter, involving Elon Musk and PS5. They also address the ongoing challenges faced by laid-off Dragon Age testers, who…
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The Dense Pixels Podcast is a weekly show that talks about everything you need to know in the video game industry. We give you news, opinionated discussion, the important info on major new releases, and lots of humor from three guys who know, love, and live video games.
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