Pixel Snobs

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. Eric reminisces on scary movies. Nigel invents a new disease. Taylor tells us about the raddest game ever.

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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 Remix"

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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)"

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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. Alison is traumatized by Nancy Drew.

Thanks to Arrowny Music for the use of our theme song "Claire de Lune: 8-bit Remix"

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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.

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Thank you to Arrowny Music for the use of our theme song "Clair de Lune: 8-Bit Remix"

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.

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Thanks to Arrowny Music for the use of our theme song "Clair de Lune: 8-bit Remix"

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

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Thank you to Arrowny Music for the use of our theme song "Clair de Lune: 8-Bit Remix"

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.

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Thanks to Arrowny Music for the use of our theme song "Clair de Lune: 8-bit Remix"

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.

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 for allowing us to use his song “Eye of the Universe”. Check him out on Spotify and Apple Music. https://www.mckanedavis.com/music

Thank you to Arrowny Music for the use of our theme song “Clair de Lune: 8-bit Remix”

“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 gets particular about strip clubs. Austin crashes on the Highway to the Spoiler Zone.

Thank you to Arrowny Music for the use of our theme song "Clair de Lune: 8-bit Remix"

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.

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Thank you to Arrowny Music for the use of our theme song "Clair de Lune: 8-bit Remix"

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!

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 sure"? Only one way to find out!

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Video reference: "Untitled Goose Game and Player-Driven Comedy" by Writing on Games 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0ySPq0Sw10&t=552s

Thanks to Arrowny Music for the use of "Clair de Lune (8-bit Remix)"

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.

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Roger Payne's Twitch Channel: CinnaMANtoast

Thank you to Arrowny Music for the use of our theme song "Clair de Lune (8-bit remix)"

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)

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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 seeks to find the answer as to why she is the last Finch alive. As the developer, Giant Sparrow, so eloquently put it: "Ultimately, it's a game about what it feels like to be humbled and astonished by the vast and unknowable world around us."

Thank you to Arrowny Music for the use of "Clair de Lune (8-bit Remix)

Hallmark Remarks Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ez4Ug0nwuXC46nwElZs01?si=e4745dca2f7547cb