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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.

  1. Episode 116 - The Game Avalanche: Too Many Games, Not Enough Time - Pixel Parents Podcast

    3d ago

    Episode 116 - The Game Avalanche: Too Many Games, Not Enough Time - Pixel Parents Podcast

    September and October are absolutely stacked. Publishers are racing to launch before GTA 6 arrives, and the result is one of the most crowded release windows we’ve seen in years. So how do we decide what actually deserves our time? Which games are day-one priorities?Which ones can wait for a sale?And how do we avoid destroying both our wallets and our backlogs? This week we draft our must-plays, predict surprise hits, and name the games most likely to be abandoned. In this episode: Nintendo Direct reactions (Ocarina of Time remake is real)Our top games from Summer Game Fest weekScott returns to Dragon’s Dogma 2More thoughts on 007 First LightMain topic: Vice Boys: Surviving the Game Avalanche with limited time and money GET BONUS SHOWS AND MORE BY JOINING OUR ALWAYS FREE PATREON (www.patreon.com/pixelparents) CHAPTERS 00:00 How Do We Survive Gaming's Busiest Month? 01:25 Welcome Back 04:50 Nintendo Direct Reactions 09:15 Ocarina of Time Remake & Kingdom Hearts 4 11:24 Summer Game Fest Top 5 Games 19:22 What We're Playing 20:05 007 First Light Review Chat 21:21 Lego Batman Fatigue 24:13 Octopath Traveler Zero 28:06 Main Topic - Surviving September 30:14 Why Is September So Stacked? 38:06 Our September Game Draft 46:54 Our October Game Draft 54:48 The Rule Of Three 58:18 Zelda Movie Discussion 01:05:41 If We Could Only Pick One Game 01:14:54 Pixel Replay Update 01:15:04 Breaking Xbox Layoff News 01:18:57 Final Thoughts Write to us: pixelparentspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on BlueSky: @pixelparents.bsky.socialMusic & production by Sean Murray – barehandsdesigns.com

    1h 22m

  2. Jun 7

    Pixel REACTS - XBOX Games Showcase Reaction

    This week on Pixel Reacts, we're breaking down everything announced during the Xbox Games Showcase 2026 and the Gears of War: E-Day Direct. From Gears of War and Fable to Persona 6, Spyro, Clockwork Revolution and more, Xbox delivered one of its strongest showcases in years. But the biggest talking point wasn't a single game. It was the feeling that Xbox finally has a direction again. We discuss: 🎮 Gears of War: E-Day ⚔️ Fable 🟢 Halo Combat Evolved 🎭 Persona 6 🐉 Spyro: A Realm Beyond 🕰️ Clockwork Revolution 🔥 Doom: The Dark Ages DLC 🎮 What Asha Sharma's Xbox could look like Plus our thoughts on exclusivity, Game Pass, Play Anywhere and whether Xbox finally feels like a platform worth investing in again. New episodes every Friday. 🎧 Listen on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/2JE8TeviD5XXuiqVYxj63Q?_reload_cause=banner-auto-reload] 🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/pixel-parents-video-game-podcast/id1740836394] 💖 Join the FREE Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/pixelparents] 🦋 Follow us on Bluesky [https://bsky.app/profile/pixelparents.bsky.social] 📺 Subscribe on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@PixelParentsPodcast/S] ✉️ Email the show [pixelparentspodcast@gmail.com](mailto:pixelparentspodcast@gmail.com) — CHAPTERS 00:00 Xbox Finally Looks Like Xbox Again 00:36 Initial Showcase Verdict 04:58 Gears of War E-Day 14:21 Xbox Exclusivity Discussion 15:34 Fable 17:37 Halo Combat Evolved 20:08 Resonance A Plague Tale Legacy 21:20 Persona 4 Revival 22:55 State of Decay 3 24:14 Sea of Thieves & Metro 2039 24:59 Bad Magpie 25:26 Wo Long 2 26:54 The Blood of Dawnwalker 27:16 Senua Returns 29:22 Doom The Dark Ages DLC 31:32 Crazy Taxi World Tour 35:03 Magician The Devil's Deal 39:38 Castlevania Belmont's Curse 40:46 Vivarium 42:40 Persona 6 44:01 Spyro A Realm Beyond 45:26 Clockwork Revolution 49:38 Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 53:54 Gears of War E-Day Direct 55:59 Final Thoughts & Scores — 🎧 Listen on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/2JE8TeviD5XXuiqVYxj63Q?_reload_cause=banner-auto-reload] 🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/pixel-parents-video-game-podcast/id1740836394] 💖 Join the FREE Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/pixelparents] 🦋 Follow us on Bluesky [https://bsky.app/profile/pixelparents.bsky.social] 📺 Subscribe on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@PixelParentsPodcast/S] ✉️ Email the show [pixelparentspodcast@gmail.com](mailto:pixelparentspodcast@gmail.com) Write to us: pixelparentspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on BlueSky: @pixelparents.bsky.social Support us: Patreon.com/PixelParentsMusic & production by Sean Murray – barehandsdesigns.com

    58 min

  3. Jun 6

    Pixel REACTS - Summer Game Fest Was A Mess

    This week on Pixel Reacts, we're breaking down Summer Game Fest 2026. Or at least we're trying to. After more than two hours, dozens of trailers, endless announcements and a whole lot of games we struggled to care about, we came away with one big question. Has Summer Game Fest become too bloated? We discuss: Resident Evil RequiemCuphead announcementsTMNT The Last RoninControl ResonanceFinal Fantasy VII RevelationThe future of Summer Game FestWhy modern showcases feel exhaustingPlus our honest thoughts on Geoff Keighley's flagship gaming event and whether the format still works in 2026. Pixel Reacts is our special event series where we react to the biggest gaming showcases, announcements and industry moments. New episodes every Friday. Write to us: pixelparentspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on BlueSky: @pixelparents.bsky.social Support us: Patreon.com/PixelParentsMusic & production by Sean Murray – barehandsdesigns.com

    26 min
  4. Episode 115 - One Year of Switch 2: Was It Worth It? - Pixel Parents Podcast

    Jun 5

    Episode 115 - One Year of Switch 2: Was It Worth It? - Pixel Parents Podcast

    The Nintendo Switch 2 is officially one year old. So… was it worth it? This week we look back at our first year with Nintendo’s latest console. What surprised us, what disappointed us, and whether it has truly earned a permanent place in our gaming lives. We break down: The standout gamesThe surprises (and letdowns)Docked vs handheld realityWhat year two needs to deliverElsewhere this week: More thoughts on 007 First LightMay’s Pixel Replay catch-up: BayonettaJune’s Pixel Replay pick revealedIs Switch 2 the best launch platform of the generation… or just the most convenient? SUPPORT THE SHOW - JOIN OUR FREE PATREON: www.patreon.com/pixelparents Write to us: pixelparentspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on BlueSky: @pixelparents.bsky.social Music & production by Sean Murray – barehandsdesigns.com

    1h 26m
  5. Pixel REACTS - PlayStation State of Play Reaction (JUNE 2026)

    Jun 2

    Pixel REACTS - PlayStation State of Play Reaction (JUNE 2026)

    PlayStation came out swinging. This latest State of Play gave us our best look yet at Marvel's Wolverine, a surprise reveal for God of War: Laufey, Tomb Raider Legacy of Atlantis, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, Until Dawn 2 and a whole lot more. In this special episode of Pixel REACTS, we break down the biggest announcements, our favourite moments, and whether Sony delivered one of its strongest State of Play showcases in years. Featuring discussion on: God of War: LaufeyMarvel's WolverineOnimusha: Way of the SwordSilent Hill: TownfallTomb Raider: Legacy of AtlantiSControl ResonanceMarvel Tokon: Fighting SoulsUntil Dawn 2 Pixel Reacts is our special event series where we react to the biggest gaming showcases, announcements and industry moments. New episodes every Friday. 🎧 Listen on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/2JE8TeviD5XXuiqVYxj63Q?_reload_cause=banner-auto-reload] 🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/pixel-parents-video-game-podcast/id1740836394] 💖 Join the FREE Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/pixelparents] 🦋 Follow us on Bluesky [https://bsky.app/profile/pixelparents.bsky.social] 📺 Subscribe on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@PixelParentsPodcast/S] ✉️ Email the show [pixelparentspodcast@gmail.com](mailto:pixelparentspodcast@gmail.com) Write to us: pixelparentspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on BlueSky: @pixelparents.bsky.social Support us: Patreon.com/PixelParentsMusic & production by Sean Murray – barehandsdesigns.com

    40 min
  6. Episode 114 - Summer Game Fest Predictions: Bold Calls for SGF, Xbox & PlayStation - Pixel Parents Podcast

    May 29

    Episode 114 - Summer Game Fest Predictions: Bold Calls for SGF, Xbox & PlayStation - Pixel Parents Podcast

    Showcase season is here. This week, we’re making bold predictions for: Summer Game Fest, Sony’s State of Play, and Xbox Game Showcase What must show up?What surprise reveals are we calling now?And which platform holder has the most to prove? Plus, we have our impressions of LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight... and whether it might send parents to Arkham Asylum. And we discuss our impressions of 007 First Light... a GOTY contender? In this episode: LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight007 First LightMain topic: Summer Game Fest Predictions (who needs a win?) GET BONUS SHOWS AND MORE BY JOINING OUR ALWAYS FREE PATREON (www.patreon.com/pixelparents) Write to us: pixelparentspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on BlueSky: @pixelparents.bsky.social Music & production by Sean Murray – barehandsdesigns.com

    1h 36m
  7. Episode 113 - Vice Boys: Our GTA Past & Hopes for GTA VI - Pixel Parents Podcast

    May 22

    Episode 113 - Vice Boys: Our GTA Past & Hopes for GTA VI - Pixel Parents Podcast

    This week, we’re going to ask the big question: has the world outgrown GTA? In our main topic, Vice Boys, we take a look back at our own history with Grand Theft Auto, from sneaking sessions as kids to watching the series evolve into a cultural juggernaut. Then we look ahead. What do we actually want from GTA VI? And how will Rockstar’s anticipated game land in a changed games media landscape?Can it possibly live up to expectations?And will Rockstar land differently in a games media landscape that has changed dramatically since GTA V launched? Plus, we preview Mina the Hollower ahead of review, give our thoughts on Forza Horizon 6 and more! In this episode: Forza Horizon 6Mina the HollowerTethergeistBubsy 4DMain topic: Vice Boys: Our Grand Theft Auto past and hopes for VI GET BONUS SHOWS AND MORE BY JOINING OUR ALWAYS FREE PATREON (www.patreon.com/pixelparents) Write to us: pixelparentspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on BlueSky: @pixelparents.bsky.socialMusic & production by Sean Murray – barehandsdesigns.com

    1h 31m
  8. Episode 112 - Mixtape Review + The Gaming Habits We Need to Break - Pixel Parents Podcast

    May 15

    Episode 112 - Mixtape Review + The Gaming Habits We Need to Break - Pixel Parents Podcast

    Gaming time feels harder to come by than ever. This week we’re checking in on the hotly anticipated Mixtape, one of May’s most talked-about releases. Does it live up to the buzz? Scott also gives his verdict on Constance after spending time with its slick tether mechanics and early platforming ideas. Then we get honest! We expose the gaming habits quietly sabotaging our limited time. The distractions. The over-optimising. The “just one more” mindset. The habits that make finishing games harder than it needs to be. If time is precious, why do we make it harder for ourselves? In this episode: Mixtape reviewConstance reviewSaros verdictMain topic: Our worst gaming habits GET BONUS SHOWS AND MORE BY JOINING OUR ALWAYS FREE PATREON (www.patreon.com/pixelparents) Write to us: pixelparentspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on BlueSky: @pixelparents.bsky.socialMusic & production by Sean Murray – barehandsdesigns.com

    1h 23m
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