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Pixel Snobs
by Nigel Highton
An artistic journey through the world of video games. Hosted by Nigel Highton and Eric Parker
Episodes
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Episode 41: Favorite Games Of All Time - 2026 Edition (Part 2)
Guess who's back (back again), it's the Pixel Snobs with part two of our 2026 update to our favorite games of all time! What has changed, what has stayed the same? Tune in to find out!
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Episode 40: Mixtape
Today we discuss "Mixtape" one of the games on our most anticpated games of 2026 list! Join us as we breakdown one of the most divisive games of the year. Also we accidentally find out we're one of the best gaming podcasts on the internet.
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Episode 39: Favorite Games of All Time - 2026 Edition (Part 1)
Ahhh SHOOT here we go again! Eric and Nigel return to do their annual update of their favorite games of all time. Join us as they sift through games ten through six on their top ten list as well as review some surprising changes!
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Episode 38: Friendslop
Do you like getting sloppy with your friends? Well so do the Pixel Snobs! Join us and our friends Taylor and Josh as we discuss a new genre of gaming called "Friendslop" that has been growing in popularity.
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Episode 37: The Roottrees Are Dead
Hello internet sleuths! On this episode of Pixel Snobs Nigel and Eric, two guys with Criminal Justice degrees who never used them, discuss "The Roottrees Are Dead", and excellent point-and-click mystery game that fulfilled our broken dreams of becoming detectives.
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Episode 36: Most Anticipated Games of 2026
As the new year comes upon us Nigel and Eric go over there most anticipated games of the year! Will they thrive? Will they flop? Will they even come out? Who knows, but we'll take a gander at it.
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Episode 35: 2025 Year In Review
Year in review is back! Join us as we go through the highs and the lows of 2025 as well as how our most anticipated games of the year held up (or if they even came out).
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Episode 34: Roguelike 101
Hello class! Today, our Gaming Garcon Eric is providing us with a lesson on the definition, history, and impact of roguelike games. So, make sure to sit up straight and take notes, as there will be an exam on this at the end of the episode.
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Episode 33: Mouthwashing
Welcome to a SPOOOOKY episode of Pixel Snobs! In what is what we hope to be the first of many annual Halloween episodes, we discuss "Mouthwashing", an atmospheric, sci-fi, psychological horror.
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Episode 32: Keep Driving
Our inexplicable tradition of playing road trip-based games continues! Nigel and Eric discuss Keep Driving, one of the best indie games of 2025.
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Episode 31: The Artful Escape
After bringing their editing computer back from the dead, Nigel and Eric are back! This time we talk about The Artful Escape, a gorgeous, psychedelic game about finding yourself... but it ends up not being as good of an acid trip as we initially thought.
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Episode 30: Favorite Games of All Time - Part 2
Nigel and Eric wrap up this mini-series on their favorite games with their top five favorite games of all time! SPOILERS BELOW: Nigel 5. Kentucky Route Zero 4. Elden Ring 3. Doom (2016) 2. Outer Wilds 1. ??? Eric 5. Halo 3 4. Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 3. Rust 2. Mass Effect 2 1. ???
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Episode 29: Favorite Games of All Time - Part 1
After telling people we have a podcast about video games the immediate follow-up is "what are your favorite games?". Well Nigel and Eric finally put that question to rest in the first of a two-part series on our favorite games! SPOILERS BELOW: Nigel 10. Ghost of Tsushima 9. Red Dead Redemption 8....
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Episode 28: Firewatch
Somehow it took us two years to cover only our second walking simulator game, but we saved it for one of the best. Today we talk about Firewatch one of the most prolific indie games of the 2010's. Eric rides an elevator. Nigel nails the outro.
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Episode 27: Most Anticipated Games of 2025
It's official: we now have an established tradition of sharing our most anticipated games of the year, and this year we're going cover the year of our Lord 2025. Nigel goes through puberty. Eric has a good idea.
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Episode 26: 2024 Year in Review
As another year on Earth comes to an end, we review a year of gaming in 2024 by revisiting our most anticipated games for the year and discuss our personal highs and lows of games we played. We also do our first annual Christmas game exchange! Join the Pixel Snobs as we say goodbye to another...
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Episode 25: Shadow of the Colossus
A long overdue episode of Pixel Snobs has finally arrived. With Eric out being a new dad (or whatever) Nigel is joined by Pixel Snobs' #1 fan: Adam Walker! We discuss one of Adam's favorite games of all time "Shadow of the Colossus" one of the staples of gaming history. Adam collects some coins....
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Episode 24: Quick Games for Busy Adults Vol. 2
The long-awaited sequel to our surprise hit of an episode has finally arrived: Quick Games for Busy Adults Vol. 2! Nigel and Eric return to the front porch, crack open some cold ones (Yoo-Hoos of course), and share the games that any grown-up with a hectic life can fit into their schedule.
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Episode 23: Dave The Diver
Grab your scuba tanks because we're finally talking about "Dave The Diver", a casual RPG about exploring the ocean, catching fish, and making sushi, beloved by both of us (but especially Eric). Nigel goes Godzilla, Eric shares his true feelings on Tunic.
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Episode 22: Kentucky Route Zero - Part II
After an accidental hiatus (sorry!) we have returned to wrap up our mini-series on Kentucky Route Zero! Join us as we discuss the final moments of the game that inspired the creation of Pixel Snobs. Nigel has Great Expectations. Eric introduces us to Stephen Jackson. Huge thank you to Ben Babbitt...
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Episode 21: Kentucky Route Zero - Part I
After over a year of Pixel Snobs, we dive into the game that inspired Nigel to start the podcast: Kentucky Route Zero, the story of a truck driver named Conway and the strange people he meets as he tries to cross the mysterious Route Zero in Kentucky to make a final delivery for the antique…
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Episode 20: The Forgotten City
How often does your man think of the Roman Empire? Well, he'll be thinking about it every minute after he plays The Forgotten City, a first-person time-looping mystery game set in a secluded Roman city. Eric gets hyped. Nigel lays under a bus. Link to the YouTube Documentary on The Forgotten…
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Episode 19: The City of Sid
Oh boy, what a special episode we have in store today! Nigel and Eric interview a real-life, bonafide indie developer and old friend of Nigel's: Taylor Phelps, who is making a horror game called "The City of Sid", a horror game about an isolated village lost in time and fighting back a pandemic....
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Episode 18: Pacific Drive
Nigel and Eric once again find themselves on a virtual road trip, but this time it takes an unexpected turn into the paranormal world of "Pacific Drive", a rogue-like survival game. Nigel gets bussing. Eric goes grunge. Thanks to Arrowny Music for the use of our theme song "Clair de Lune: 8-bit...
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Episode 17: Devolver Digital
Welcome to our first "Publisher Spotlight" episode! Today we do an overview of Devolver Digital, one of our generation's most prolific indie publishers. Thanks to Arrowny music for the use of "Clair de Lune (8-bit Remix)" Follow us on Instagram at @pixelsnobs
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Episode 16: Spiritfarer
Who knew dying could look so charming? Join us as we talk about "Spiritfarer", an indie game about taking people to the afterlife. Nigel whines about cancer. Eric falls into the Spoiler Zone. Allison is traumatized by Nancy Drew. Thanks to Arrowny Music for the use of our theme song "Claire de...
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Episode 15: While The Iron's Hot
Grab your smithing hammers because it's time to strike "While The Iron's Hot"! We discuss a charming little blacksmith simulator that will make you want to curl up on the couch with a cup of tea. Nigel fights the flu. Eric carries the podcast. Follow us on Instagram at @pixelsnobs Thank you to...
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Episode 14: Most Anticipated Games of 2024
With a new year in gaming upon us, we share the games we are most looking forward to in 2024! Nigel enters the Twilight Zone. Eric embraces his inner Pixel Snob. Follow us on Instagram at @pixelsnobs Thanks to Arrowny Music for the use of our theme song "Clair de Lune: 8-bit Remix"
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Episode 13: Mass Effect 3
The epic conclusion to our mini-series for the even epic(er) sci-fi saga brings us to the controversial Mass Effect 3. Nigel really hates HIMYM's ending, Eric likes jazz, Austin saves the sign-off Follow us on Instagram @pixelsnobs Thank you to Arrowny Music for the use of our theme song "Clair…
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Episode 12: Return of the Obra Dinn
We have fallen in love with another mystery game, but instead of space, we move to the deck of the Obra Dinn to solve a bunch of murders—Nigel fanboys over his favorite gaming podcast. Eric reminisces on our favorite escape rooms. Follow us on Instagram at @pixelsnobs Thanks to Arrowny Music for...
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Episode 11: The Eras Tour-nament: 00's Edition
A piece of Pixel Snobs history: our first in-person recording! Join us as we decide which year in the 2000's was the greatest year for gaming. Eric finds his identity. Nigel honors Jimmy Buffet a little TOO well. Thanks to Arrowny Music for the use of our theme song "Clair de Lune: 8-bit Remix"
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Episode 10: Mass Effect 2
Part two of our mini-series on "Mass Effect" is here, and that naturally leads us to Mass Effect 2! What shenanigans will Shepard and the gang get up to this time? Eric stans Norman Reedus. Nigel teaches alien sex ed. Austin realizes he's a space racist.
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Episode 9: Outer Wilds
The Eye of the Universe leads us to the star system of the “Outer Wilds”, a phenomenal game by Mobius Digital and Annapurna Interactive. Eric is haunted by intergalactic anglerfish. Nigel has a personal revelation. Jackson puts Interstellar in its place. A very special thank you to McKane Davis…
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Episode 8: Mass Effect
“The Earth is the cradle of humanity, but mankind cannot stay in the cradle forever.” -Konstantin Tsiolkovsky Welcome to part one of a mini-series covering the “Mass Effect” game series, a hallmark of gaming that revolutionized storytelling in the world of video games. Eric takes the wheel. Nigel...
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Episode 7: The Art of the Legend of Zelda
To celebrate the release of "The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom", join me as I have a debate with *check notes* myself as I determine which Legend of Zelda game has the most artistic value, but which one is it? Tune in to find out. Music provided by GameChops ► Check out Zelda & Chill by...
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Episode 6: Tunic
Have you ever wondered, "What if the Legend of Zelda was about a fox?". Well, your dream game is real! Listen to Nigel geek out about Tunic, a blend of Zelda, Dark Souls, and intense puzzle solving, while Eric wonders what the big deal is. Follow us on Instagram at @pixelsnobs Thank you to…
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Episode 5: Q&A
Why did Nigel start the podcast? If Eric could only play one game for the rest of his life what would it be? What is our favorite Taylor Swift album? All of these questions and more are answered in our first Q&A episode!
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Episode 4: Quick Games for Busy Adults
On today's episode of Pixel Snobs, Nigel and Eric put down our imaginary wine glasses and spend the evening on our imaginary front porch as we casually discuss multiple games that can easily fit into a busy adult's schedule. Which games do we talk about? How many times is Nigel going to say "for...
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Episode 3: Ghost of Tsushima
The island of Tsushima calls to you! Join me and Roger Payne as we journey to Tsushima, Japan, and discuss Ghost of Tsushima, an epic tale of vengeance, honor, and deciding how far one is willing to stretch their morals to do what is right. Follow us on Instagram at @pixelsnobs Roger Payne's…
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Episode 2: Road 96
ROAD TRIP! Join me and Eric (my new co-host?) as we hit the road, Road 96 to be specific, and discuss what this game brings to the table. Special thanks to Arrowny Music for use of our theme song: Clair de Lune (8-bit Remix) Follow us on Instagram at @pixelsnobs
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Episode 1: What Remains of Edith Finch
The first episode is here, and boy, what an excellent start to the podcast! I am joined by my two lovely friends Emily and Sophia, the hosts of Hallmark Remarks, as we discuss our journey through the world of "What Remains of Edith Finch": a story of a girl discovering her family's past as she...
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Episode 0: Welcome to Pixel Snobs
Welcome to Pixel Snobs! This episode is a short introduction to the podcast, explaining the origins of the podcast and its purpose, as well as an explanation of how each episode will typically play out. Thank you for listening and stay tuned for Episode 1: What Remains of Edith Finch. Music by <a...
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