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Dense Pixels - Video Game News and Reviews

Dense Pixels - Video Game News and Reviews

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 Level up your gaming knowledge with Dense Pixels, the ultimate podcast for video game news, reviews, and industry insights. We cover everything from AAA blockbusters to indie gems, breaking down the latest game releases, industry trends, and must-play titles. With witty commentary, deep dives into gaming culture, and discussions on consoles, PC gaming, and next-gen technology, we keep you in the loop on everything happening in the gaming world. Whether you're into RPGs, FPS, esports, or retro classics, this is your go-to source for all things gaming. Subscribe now and stay ahead in the game!









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  • Saros perfects the ideas of Returnal (Lord of Hatred review | Invincible VS | Ryan Cohen is an Idiot)

    Saros perfects the ideas of Returnal (Lord of Hatred review | Invincible VS | Ryan Cohen is an Idiot)
    May 5 2026
    Brad shares his comprehensive review after crushing through Vampire Crawlers, analyzing how this spiritual successor stacks up against the genre-defining Vampire Survivors. He breaks down the similarities, improvements, and what makes this deck building roguelike worth players' time. Micah checks out the superhero brawler Invincible VS and finds himself disappointed by the execution. He explains what doesn't work about the game and why it fails to capture the spirit of the popular animated series. Brad unexpectedly gets pulled into the relaxing yet engaging world of Hardspace Shipbreaker, praising its slightly chill vibes that balance meditative gameplay with satisfying progression systems. The space salvage simulator offers a unique take on the deconstruction genre. Micah expresses genuine enthusiasm for Saros, finding himself vibing with Housemarque's latest much more than he did with Returnal. He discusses the specific changes the developer made to their roguelike formula that makes Saros significantly more approachable for a wider audience without sacrificing depth. Brad completes the Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred campaign and delivers a spoiler-free review of the expansion. He explains why the game is in an excellent place if this proves to be the last major content update players can expect from Blizzard. Microsoft announces a Game Pass price reduction achieved by removing day one access to future Call of Duty games from the subscription service. The hosts debate whether this trade-off is enough to win back subscribers who left the platform. Ryan Cohen sparks widespread confusion by announcing GameStop's bizarre bid to purchase eBay in what appears to be a completely unfeasible acquisition. The hosts dissect how idiotic this move is, analyze Cohen's disastrous performance during his CNBC interview, and speculate about his likely ulterior motives behind this publicity stunt. Sony finally addresses player confusion around a new DRM requirement they quietly implemented, only clarifying the policy after letting speculation and misinformation run rampant following its discovery by observant players. The delayed communication frustrated the PlayStation community. In an extensive Post Office segment, the hosts discuss the significant departure of the New Day faction from WWE, reflecting on the group's importance as an innovative and groundbreaking faction in wrestling history. They share favorite moments and explain why this move is unfortunately par for the course in today's corporate WWE environment.

    Dense Pixels is a weekly video game podcast covering gaming news, game reviews, and industry analysis. From AAA blockbusters to indie gems, we break down the latest game releases, PlayStation and Xbox news, Nintendo Switch, PC gaming, Steam, Game Pass, fighting games, RPGs, esports, retro gaming, and the business side of the gaming industry. Hosted by Brad, Micah, Carrie, and Terrence. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. Join our Discord at densepixels.com/fans. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocalypse (movie & TV news), Black on Black Cinema (Black film reviews), and Look Forward (progressive politics).
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    2 hrs and 3 mins
  • Pragmata is Pretty Great (Crimson Desert impressions | Game Pass price | WrestleMania Vegas)

    Pragmata is Pretty Great (Crimson Desert impressions | Game Pass price | WrestleMania Vegas)
    Apr 22 2026
    Micah and Brad share their impressions of Pragmata, exploring what makes this intriguing departure from Capcom's typical offerings such a remarkable and unique gaming experience. They analyze the game's innovative mechanics, atmospheric storytelling, and how it stands apart from the publisher's established franchises. Micah has been fully indoctrinated into the world of Crimson Desert, but the question remains whether he's enjoying this obtuse yet curious open-world game as much as Terrence has. The two compare notes on their experiences navigating the game's challenging systems and unconventional design philosophy. Krafton's ill-advised ChatGPT-influenced legal strategy may have catastrophically backfired, potentially costing them the valuable publishing rights for the highly anticipated Subnautica 2. The hosts dissect how relying on AI for legal decisions led to this embarrassing and costly mistake. In a counterintuitive market reaction, the publication of materials stolen from Rockstar Games during a major hack had the inverse effect of actually raising Take-Two's stock price. The hosts examine why investors responded positively to what should have been damaging news for the company. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma publicly states that Game Pass subscription pricing is too expensive, raising speculation about whether a price cut is imminent. Given that the hosts recorded this episode before Tuesday's news confirming changes, their predictions proved remarkably prescient about Microsoft's pricing strategy. The hosts recap WrestleMania Vegas and discuss how excessive advertising throughout the event serves as the clearest bellwether of how the WWE product quality has significantly diminished under TKO's corporate guidance. The analysis examines the balance between commercial interests and entertainment value.

    Dense Pixels is a weekly video game podcast covering gaming news, game reviews, and industry analysis. From AAA blockbusters to indie gems, we break down the latest game releases, PlayStation and Xbox news, Nintendo Switch, PC gaming, Steam, Game Pass, fighting games, RPGs, esports, retro gaming, and the business side of the gaming industry. Hosted by Brad, Micah, Carrie, and Terrence. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. Join our Discord at densepixels.com/fans. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocalypse (movie & TV news), Black on Black Cinema (Black film reviews), and Look Forward (progressive politics).
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    1 hr and 54 mins
  • Trying to Extract Profit (Crimson Desert | Disney Extraction Shooter | Wrestlemania Vegas)

    Trying to Extract Profit (Crimson Desert | Disney Extraction Shooter | Wrestlemania Vegas)
    Apr 14 2026
    Terrence continues investing significant time into Crimson Desert, discussing what makes the game absolutely compelling and addictive for him personally despite his hesitation to recommend it broadly to others. He explores the paradox of loving a game while recognizing its polarizing nature and niche appeal. Disney and Epic Games are reportedly collaborating on a Disney-themed extraction shooter, prompting discussion about this bizarre genre choice for family-friendly IP. The hosts share their thoughts on this unexpected partnership and examine why Epic Games appears so creatively bankrupt and bereft of original ideas for new projects. NFT game developer Gunzilla Games faces controversy after being revealed as delinquent in paying their contractors and freelancers. Making matters worse, their CEO decided to go on an ill-advised public rant attempting to justify why not paying workers is somehow acceptable, demonstrating terrible crisis management. Hello Games surprises the gaming community by releasing a Pokemon-esque creature collection update to No Man's Sky. The expansion adds unexpected gameplay mechanics that draw clear inspiration from Nintendo's monster-catching franchise, showing the developer's continued commitment to evolving the space exploration title. The hosts discuss Google's decision to remove the psychological horror visual novel Doki Doki Literature Club from the Google Play Store. The removal raises questions about content moderation policies and what constitutes acceptable material on mobile platforms. Carrie and Terrence provide a comprehensive breakdown of what's happening at this weekend's WrestleMania event for Brad and Micah who are completely out of the loop with WWE. They explain the major storylines, key matches, and whether this year's showcase is generating significant buzz among wrestling fans.

    Dense Pixels is a weekly video game podcast covering gaming news, game reviews, and industry analysis. From AAA blockbusters to indie gems, we break down the latest game releases, PlayStation and Xbox news, Nintendo Switch, PC gaming, Steam, Game Pass, fighting games, RPGs, esports, retro gaming, and the business side of the gaming industry. Hosted by Brad, Micah, Carrie, and Terrence. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. Join our Discord at densepixels.com/fans. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocalypse (movie & TV news), Black on Black Cinema (Black film reviews), and Look Forward (progressive politics).
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    1 hr and 38 mins
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