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Pixel Project Radio
Pixel Project Radio is a video game podcast dedicated to doing deep dives and analyzing our favorite games! Each week, we play through a videogame and talk about it in a book club format. We summarize the plot beats while also analyzing the themes, discussing the mechanics, and generally talking about what worked and what didn't for us. We will also occasionally do "topic" episodes, where we discuss broader topics in gaming such as difficulty, music, and more. It's a celebration of all things video games, and whether you're a fan of PC gaming, console gaming, or liked games as a kid, we've got something for you.
(00:00:00) Intro
(00:15:04) Development
(00:27:14) Visual Presentation
(00:41:06) That Famous Battle System
(01:02:25) The Zodiac System
(01:07:18) Sound Design
(01:19:37) The Story Begins
(01:26:01) Localization Differences
(01:33:20) Chapter 1: The Meager
(01:39:53) Double Flashback
(01:43:22) Rescuing The Bastard
(01:47:42) Wiegraf and Gustav
(01:53:19) Outro
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"Forgive me. 'Tis your birth and faith that wrong you. Not I."
The critical analysis of Final Fantasy Tactics begins today! Rick is joined by Nomad (The Retro Wildlands) and Chris (Consoles and Stuff) to dissect one of Final Fantasy's most beloved titles. The tale of two young men are woven together by a struggle of class stratification in Ivalice, a nation rent in two by the Lions' War. Episode 1 covers up to the Sand Rat's Seitch and begins with a discussion of the development, the phenomenal score, and, of course, the famous battle system. Hope you love the show today. Please enjoy!
Developer Interview on the Remake
Schmuplations 1997 Interview
Composer Commentary
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(00:00:00) Would You Find A Reason To Smile? | Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Analysis (Ep. 154)
(00:02:28) The Origins of Lumiere
(00:33:30) Character Relationship Quests
(00:48:54) Clea and Simon
(00:52:17) The Final Battle
(01:08:08) Discussion on Endings
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I don't want this life...
Our analysis of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 comes to an end today! Rick and Thrak (The 3DO Experience! and ThrakOps) parse out the final confrontation with Renoir and the two very emotional—and very ideologically divided—endings. What does it mean to be conscious? How can one weigh the salvation of the self in tandem with the salvation of others? All this and more on this week's episode. Hope you love the show today—please enjoy!
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(00:00:00) Introduction and Community Forum
(00:09:24) Back at Camp and Old Lumiere
(00:18:20) Maelle and the Manor
(00:24:18) Fight with Dad
(00:29:36) Back at Camp
(00:38:22) Visage Island
(00:43:53) Sirène
(00:52:08) Esquie's Secret
(00:53:47) The Dessendre Family
(00:56:33) To the Monolith
(01:09:40) Renoir's Final Plea
(01:11:46) Confronting the Paintress
(01:20:05) Celebration...
(01:23:12) ...Short lived.
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Who really is the one painting death? And who paints life instead?
The narrative analysis of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 continues! In this episode, Rick and Thrak (The 3DO Experience! and ThrakOps) cover from leaving Monoco's Station until the beginning of Act III. Renoir poses questions that trouble Verso deeply; is there more to the Dessendre family than we know? Join us for discussion on honesty, the sheer amount of art there is in this life, and the game's central thesis: that of the grieving process. Please enjoy!
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(00:00:00) Opening and World Map
(00:02:23) Flying Waters
(00:04:15) Mysterious Manor and Reunion
(00:11:08) Back to the Waters
(00:13:54) Lofi Beats to Study and Parry To
(00:15:56) Maelle's Nightmare
(00:25:01) Gestral Village
(00:37:05) Tournament and Sciel
(00:43:45) Maelle's Nightmare
(00:50:00) Meeting Esquie
(00:56:26) Maelle's Nightmare
(00:57:58) Stonewave Cliffs
(01:04:27) Lamplighter and White-Haired Man
(01:10:54) Loss
(01:14:38) Verso
(01:20:23) Back at Camp
(01:21:43) Act II
(01:29:43) Forgotten Battlefield
(01:33:36) RIP
(01:35:35) Monoco's Station
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"This won't make sense to you now, but we both want what's best for our families. I'm sorry you're caught in the middle. But I did try to warn you."
Rick and Thrak (The 3DO Experience! and ThrakOps) return to continue their narrative analysis of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33! Episode II covers from the first foray into the world map until we meet our last permanent party member shortly into Act II. Puzzle pieces begin fitting together, but they introduce more questions than answers: who is the White-Haired Man? Why does he seem particularly interested in Maelle? And what's the deal with Esquie? The implications of condolences, experiencing loss, narrative framing, and more—please enjoy!
Developer Interview with Final Fantasy Union
Interview with Narrative-lead Jennifer Svedberg-Yen
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(00:00:00) Tomorrow Comes | Clair Obscure: Expedition 33 Analysis (Ep. 151)
(00:08:07) What This Podcast Is
(00:09:39) Community Forum
(00:13:19) Development
(00:24:00) Visuals
(00:33:31) Mechanics
(00:50:44) Music and Sound
(01:06:14) Spoiler Wall Warning
(01:08:10) Prologue
(01:21:30) The Gommage
(01:26:27) Tragedy on the Shore
(01:33:19) Gustav's Choice
(01:40:35) Closing Thoughts
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"If you're going to give flowers to someone, you should probably do it before they wither and die."
Today, Rick and Thrak (The 3DO Experience! and ThrakOps) begin their analysis of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33! This introductory work from Sandfall Interactive came onto the scene with absolute fervor—and we can tell you upfront that it lives up to the hype. In this episode, we talk at a general level about the game's visuals, mechanics, music, and symbolism, before diving into our narrative analysis. Here, we cover from the beginning of the game until the introduction to the world map. Hope you love the show today. Please enjoy!
Developer Interview with Final Fantasy Union
Interview with Narrative-lead Jennifer Svedberg-Yen
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"And when he stared me down, that ghost, I knew he was here to kill me...and why shouldn't he?"
A bombastic, emotional, and somewhat messy finale to our Death Stranding analysis is here, as Rick, along with Nick and Will (Friday Night Gamecast, see the story to its completion. Origins revealed, confessions made, and relationships clarified...along with some questionable mechanics and very questionable (but confident) dialogue. Please enjoy!
Translated Kojima interview
"Death Stranding is a reaction to Trump and Brexit, says Hideo Kojima"
National Parks of Japan: Oze's Mighty Bokka Porters
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"Everything is true, except for all the lies."
The Death Stranding analysis continues. Nick and Will (Friday Night Gamecast) join again to continue through this story of isolation and connection. This episode covers Episode 2 into Episode 7. The possible nefarious intentions of Bridges, Higgs's game plan, writing a character's death, and more. Please enjoy!
Translated Kojima interview
"Death Stranding is a reaction to Trump and Brexit, says Hideo Kojima"
National Parks of Japan: Oze's Mighty Bokka Porters
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"Once there was an explosion. A bang that gave birth to time and space."
This week, Rick is joined by Nick and Will (Friday Night Gamecast) to begin their journey through Death Stranding, Hideo Kojima's 2019 project exploring a broken America and the importance of rebuilding. Isolation, interconnectivity, relationships, the importance of a mail system--there are many themes and ideas explored throughout Sam Porter Bridges's journey. In Part I, we discuss the game as a whole in our preliminary conversation, and follow into and through the Prologue and Episode I. The efficacy of writing, naming conventions, a subversion of gameplay expectations - all this and more, just inside. Rick Podman out.
National Parks of Japan: Oze's Mighty Bokka Porters
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"What is the worth of a replica, a copy of a copy?"
This week, Rick is joined by Ben (Play Along Podcast) to discuss Signalis, a 2022 survival horror game that pays homage to the influential PS1 era of the same genre. Signalis is a game that seeks to provoke both feeling and thought, boasting a sprawling narrative that is not interested in giving definitive answers to in-universe lore. As is so often the case, though, these clear-cut answers are anything but the point. Join us as we examine the game's central questions and extrapolate them to our lives off of the screen, discuss aesthetics and vibes, and much more. Please enjoy!
VICE interview with Yuri Stern and Barbara Wittmann
2018 interview with Yuri Stern
Yuri's Twitter thread on the ending of Signalis
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How far would you go to bring back a loved one?
This week, Rick is joined by Michael (Bits of Time Podcast) to consider the premise of Paranormasight: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo. Part visual novel, part adventure game, and part mystery thriller, Paranormasight opens with the question at the core of its story: would you resurrect a loved one if you could? If there were no consequences? How far would you go? This Square Enix title does a lot well - take a listen to hear us talk about the OST, the fantastic art style, and the divisive ending. Please enjoy!
Interview with Paranormasight creative teamThank you for listening! Want to reach out to PPR? Send your questions, comments, and recommendations to pixelprojectradio@gmail.com! And as ever, any ratings and/or reviews left on your platform of choice are greatly appreciated!
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Nothing can now be ruined. We are the guests of someone gone.
This week, Rick is joined by Chris (1 Hour 1 Decision Podcast) to talk Gris, a 2018 work exploring grief, loss, and acceptance. Though initially unassuming, there's more to Gris than meets the eye. Our conversations focus on two themes: Prescriptivism vs Descriptivism; and that of the title, interpretation being a co-creation between the viewer and creator. Please enjoy!
Gris Is A Game About Death (Of The Author) - Max Goldstein
Youtuber Robin Walden on Interpretation
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Quest 64 2: Quest Harder.
Quest 64 Official joins the show once again to discuss the oft-forgotten Game Boy Color game Quest: Brian's Journey! Sitting as a combination of a sequel to and expanding/demake of Quest 64, Brian's Journey brings the Saga of Melrode to the handheld - and in some ways, shines a bit brighter than its predecessor. Join us to hear the (very brief) dev history, how the games differ from one another, musings on retro soundfonts, and much more. Please enjoy!
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He's not the Messiah, he's a very nau-...wrong Brian, my mistake.
This week, Rick is joined by none other than Quest 64 Official to ask once and for all: is the reputation of Quest 64 earned? Is it really such a terrible video game? As you might expect, the answer isn't black and white. Join us as we discuss the game's hurried history, the (very pleasant!) music, what could have been of the story, and more. Please enjoy!
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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has released, and reviews are glowing. It's rare for a game to excite us in such a way so early in the life cycle...so we had to talk about it. Look forward to a full narrative analysis series coming soon!
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"Do you know that Black Panther?"
This week's episode is all about The Bouncer, Square's debut 2000 title on the Playstation 2. Along with Phil (Deleted Saves Podcast), we tackle this...ambitious game, top to bottom, encompassing mechanics and narrative. This game is lauded as infamously bad, but is that reputation earned? Take a listen to hear our thoughts on THE BOUNCER.
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"The many shall suffer for the sins of the one."
This week, Rick is joined by TheDogFacedGamer to discuss The Forgotten City, a 2021 adventure game that grew out of a mod for Skyrim. In The Forgotten City, players find themselves transported to ancient Roman civilization under peculiar circumstances. How did we get here? What's with the gold statues? Meditations on morality, philosophy, and more. Please enjoy!
NoClip Documentary
Nick Pearce IGN Interview
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This week, Rick is joined by Ryan (List Off Podcast) to discuss Final Fantasy, the place where the series started - for some in the late 80s, and for others in 2025! It's part discussion on how the experience can still feel exciting today, and part reflection on a genre and series that means so much to so many. Please enjoy!
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"It’s the kind of thing that makes you glad you stopped and smelled the pine trees along the way, you know?"
Rick is joined by Josh (Still Loading Podcast) once again to reach the end of 2019's Outer Wilds. The profundity offered by this game really snuck up on us, and the ending offers a feast of ideas and discussion points with which beautiful conversation can be had. Needless to say, we both love this game. Thank you for sticking around for the full series - please enjoy!
Noclip Documentary on The Making of Outer Wilds
Interview with composer Andrew Prahlow
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"The pain of your absence is sharp and haunting, and I would give anything not to know it; anything but never knowing you at all (which would be worse)."
The critical analysis of Outer Wilds continues this week as Rick and Josh (Still Loading Podcast) continue through the solar system! In this episode, Giant's Deep, Ember Twin, Brittle Hollow, and the Interloper are explored at length, and insight is gained into the Nomai - how they lived, what they valued, and their untimely fate. This ended up being a terrific discussion that spans not only the game, but how we can extract the lessons into our own lives. Please enjoy!
Noclip Documentary on The Making of Outer Wilds
Interview with composer Andrew Prahlow
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"Seems like only yesterday you joined the space program, and suddenly here you are, leaving on your first solo voyage."
This week, Rick is joined by Josh (Still Loading Podcast) to begin a three-part analysis on Outer Wilds, a 2019 adventure game that captivated audiences (and me) with creativity and heart. Taking the role of The Hatchling, players explore a vast - and occasionally hostile - galaxy to gather data on the Nomai, an ancient race that disappeared under unclear circumstances. Mysteries abound, and with themes encompassing existentialism, religion, science, and community, Outer Wilds goes places players may not expect. We're both thrilled to be talking about this game. Please enjoy!
Noclip Documentary on The Making of Outer Wilds
Interview with composer Andrew Prahlow
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Have you heard the tale of Sir Daniel Fortesque?
This week, Rick is joined by Thrak (The 3DO Experience) to dive into MediEvil, a 1998 title on the Playstation. Part Zelda-like adventure game and part hack and slash, this cult-classic is beloved by many early adopters of the Playstation family of consoles - your host included! How does it hold up? We talk this, music, design philosophy, and more. Please enjoy!
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Happy Mar10 Month!
A few days early, PPR celebrates Mar10 with another Mario game: Super Mario Bros Wonder! Rick and Doug (Nostalgium Arcanum) walk through this delightfully creative new Mario title and discuss what makes it sing. From the upbeat soundtrack to the beautifully crisp sheen on the presentation, there's a lot to love about this game - even if hardcore Mario veterans might be left wanting for a bit more of a challenge. Please enjoy!
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This week, Rick sits down with Matt Stormageddon ("Fun" and Games Podcast) and Quest 64 Official to discuss the landscape of criticism in video games. What makes a good critic? What is the function of a critic? Do critics even serve a purpose in video games? Tune in to hear this and more. Please enjoy!
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"What's more important to you, Connor? Your investigation, or the life of this android? Decide who you are: an obedient machine, or a living being endowed with free will."
This week, Rick and Nomad (The Retro Wildlands) conclude their analysis on Detroit: Become Human. As both the thematic elements and the narrative ramp to their climaxes and conclusions, some ends tie up nicely. Others, significantly less so. A mixture of exciting action, heartfelt moments, and indefensible world history allusions - all of this and more, in the finale for this miniseries's analysis. Please enjoy!
Alex O'Connor interviews Nick Bostrom on AI
Bryan Dechart plays Detroit Become Human
Behind the Music of Detroit Become Human
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"That's what you get for having a dream. It always ends up the same way: tears and disillusionment. Believe me, you're better off being erased and feeling nothing."
Rick is joined once again by Nomad (The Retro Wildlands) to continue their analysis on Detroit: Become Human. As Kara and Alice continue to search for shelter, gruff Detroit cop Hank struggles to find camaraderie in his new Android partner, Connor. More questions of ethics and philosophy, including love and suicide, within. Please enjoy!
Alex O'Connor interviews Nick Bostrom on AI
Bryan Dechart plays Detroit Become Human
Behind the Music of Detroit Become Human
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"The world doesn't like those who are different, Markus. Don't let anyone tell you who you should be."
This week marks the start of the analysis series on Detroit: Become Human! Rick is joined by Nomad (The Retro Wildlands) to dissect Quantic Dream's 2018 narrative-based game. Citizenship, sentience, equity...are artificial intelligence machines - that is to say, androids - deserving of such things? What are the ethical implications of such a high level of integration in society? For better or for worse, David Cage's tale sidesteps pondering questions of ethics and philosophy for a story centered around a cast of likeable characters. Star studded, too. This episode covers through Chapter 5. We hope you enjoy!
Alex O'Connor interviews Nick Bostrom on AI
Bryan Dechart plays Detroit Become Human
Behind the Music of Detroit Become Human
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Welcome to 2025! It's going to be a great year for Pixel Project Radio, and we sincerely hope it's a great year for you, too. Setting the energy for the new year, Rick and Chris (Retro Hangover Podcast) lay out 7 games a piece that they feel are underrated - games that YOU should play! Why we feel they're underrated, what we mean by that phrase, why we love them, and more. Please enjoy - here's to the new year!
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Another year in the books! I hope that 2024 was as fruitful as you had hoped. Take the time to rejuvinate and rest as we move into 2025 - and why not start by checking out my 10 favorite games I palyed in 2024? As always, they're not necessarily from 2024. Thanks for your continued support, all. See you in the new year!
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And some said it could never be done.
This week, Dave Jackson (Tales from the Backlog) joins me to talk all things Souls games - particularly, what finally "clicked" that made me a believer. Join us as we discuss what makes a Souls game, how fighting game knowledge can improve your experience, and why success in these blisteringly difficult games lies, perplexingly, within Zen. Please enjoy!
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As December winds down, Pixel Project Radio is putting out some more "relaxed" episodes, some content that's more approachable and digestible. To start, I thought I'd put out a fairly informal and personal essay: reflecting on ten games from my childhood that really stuck with me and influenced my tastes. Some formed lifelong preferences, others simply gave me many pleasant memories. Please enjoy these musings on sincerity, the idea of "play," and my favorite childhood games!
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"The answer that came to me again and again was play. Every human society in recorded history has games. We don't just solve problems out of necessity. We do it for fun...Games are part of what makes us human. We see the world as a mystery, a puzzle, because we've always been a species of problem-solvers."
This week, Rick is joined by Alex (Low Five Gaming) to approach the brinks of phenomenal consciousness and transhumanism in The Talos Principle, a 2014 puzzle game by Devolver Digital. Though the storyboarding and "plot" are fairly light (and reminiscent to the Book of Genesis), the implications of the story are far reaching: what is the fundamental turning point into the notion of Qualia, or phenomenal consciousness? And what of free will - do we have it? Join us as we discuss this, the Garden of Eden, how games can foster community, and much more. Please enjoy!
(Below are only a few sources consulted for the episode that you may find interesting. I mention a few more in the episode!)
Philosophize This! on consciousness
Sam Harris and Daniel Dennet debate free will
Nick Bostrom's Simulation Hypothesis
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"I never meant to hurt anyone." "No one ever does, Walker."
This week, Rick is joined once again by Chris Coplien (Retro Hangover Podcast) for a critical analysis of Spec Ops: The Line, Yager Development's masterclass in subversive narratives in gaming. Players take control of Walker as he, along with squadmates Adams and Lugo, embark on a rescue mission in Dubai. Heroes...right? Deontology versus consequentialism, morality through the lenses of Hobbes, Locke, and Zizek, and the importance of perspective - all of this and more, in this week's episode. Please enjoy!
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We bring back roundtable discussions with this week's episode! Rick is joined by Charlie Young and Eric Gess (The Unlockables Podcast) to talk through the reasons we've gravitated toward video games throughout our childhoods as well as adult years. Power fantasies to escapism, rekindling old friendships to discovering new communities, honing a craft as one might an instrument to just relaxing with your spouse...the reasons are endless, but one thing is clear: there's almost no "wrong" way to enjoy this medium. Please enjoy the discussion, and look forward to more roundtable discussions in the future!
Are Video Games Good for You? (Cleveland Clinic)
Video Games and Cognitive Performance (NIH)
The Benefits of Playing Video Games (American Psychological Association - PDF)
Team Young Curling
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You think we have a choice, is that it?
Rick is joined once again by Jon (Video Game Lounge Podcast) for the finale of their narrative analysis of The Last of Us! Ethical and moral lines are examined as Joel is confronted with a question that shapes the core of his character: how far is one willing to go for what one perceives as "justice?" Please enjoy!
Overview of Thomas Hobbes
Gene Park interviews Neil Druckmann
TLOU "Alternate" Ending
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Please note: this series has been extended to a total of 3 episodes! There is still one more in the series!
The journey west continues, as Rick and Jon (Video Game Lounge Podcast) continue to dissect The Last of Us. New companions are met and old friends revisited as Joel and Ellie continue on their search for the Fireflies. Part II covers up to and through Tommy's Dam. Please enjoy!
Overview of Thomas Hobbes
Gene Park interviews Neil Druckmann
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Our luck had to run out sooner or later.
This week, Rick is joined by Jon (Video Game Lounge Podcast) to dissect The Last of Us Part I, the critically acclaimed Naughty Dog title that became the posterchild for cinematic games. Part I of this series sees us introduced to Joel, his partner Tess, and a young girl named Ellie as the three navigate the harsh reality of a post-societal world ravaged by disease. Themes of human nature, the lack of social contract, and unconditional love frame what is ultimately a heartfelt tale - we hope you enjoy!
Overview of Thomas Hobbes
Gene Park interviews Neil Druckmann
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Don't get holy on me, James. This town called you, too. You and me are the same. We're not like other people. Don't you know that?
This week we conclude Silent Hill 2, the psychological horror titan from Team Silent. A deep descent - figuratively and literally - into James Sunderland's psyche shows horrors and suffering that nobody saw coming in the opening hour or two of the game. And what makes this so effective? In retrospect, the game has been intensely thematically focused from start to finish. Please enjoy!
"Man and his Symbols"
Silent Hill Memories
Jungian Analyst on Symbolism of Water
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Maybe...you hated her...!
Just in time for the Konami/Bloober Team remake, Rick is joined by returning guest Dustin to analyze the critically acclaimed psychological horror game Silent Hill 2. A separate entity from its progenitor, Silent Hill 2 sees players take the role of James Sunderland, a man searching for his late wife after receiving a mysterious letter from her three years after her passing. Nothing is as it seems in the town of Silent Hill. In part I, we cover cursory information, broad opinions on music, presentation, and mechanics, and analyze the first part of the story. If you are playing along, this episode covers up until our first visit to the hospital. Please enjoy!
"Man and his Symbols"
Silent Hill Memories
Jungian Analyst on Symbolism of Water
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This week, Rick is joined by Phil (Deleted Saves Podcast) for an analysis of the original Silent Hill, Konami's foray into psychological horror on the Playstation 1. While there is comparatively less to "analyze" in this first installment, it laid the path steady for the series to become the juggernaut of tension and storytelling that it is today. Learn about the town's humble beginnings and how all is not what it seems - please enjoy!
Takayoshi Sato's resume reference during the show
More Deleted Saves
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"Churches can be rebuilt easier than faith."
Rick is joined by Nick once again to conclude their critical analysis of Pentiment! As Andreas continues his investigation, the layers of the past - Pentimento - begin to become clear. But all is not as it seems. The history of Tassing, the identity of the Thread-Puller, Andreas's grief, and more are observed in great detail in this final chapter. Please enjoy!
"Mixing History and Fiction in Pentiment"
"Catholics Interview the Director of Pentiment"
Christian Uses of Labyrinths
Alkemie Music Ensemble
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"Art is illusion, storytelling, but in their most sublime form, these images illuminate a path to truth."
This week, Rick is joined by Nick (Friday Night Gamecast) to begin a critical analysis of Pentiment, a 2022 narrative adventure game from Obsidian Studios. Taking the role of journeyman artist Andreas Mahler, players will navigate the small Bavarian town of Tassing as havoc sweeps the town in the form of murders. A quest to discover who is behind these insidious acts leads to struggles of faith, clashes of class structure, and a reckoning with how history is written - and who writes it. Episode I will cover all of Act I and the first portion of Act II. Please enjoy!
"Mixing History and Fiction in Pentiment"
"Catholics Interview the Director of Pentiment"
Christian Uses of Labyrinths
Alkemie Music Ensemble
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Does it hurt to be reborn?
Rick is joined once again by Dave and Matt to conclude the narrative analysis of 1000xRESIST. The themes of the games begin to coalesce as the origins of the Occupants are revealed and secrets of the AllMother are discovered. Sisters must burn. We hope you enjoy!
sunset visitor studio
Remy Siu AMA
Developer Interview, GameDev Magazine
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We sinned. We sinned and we are still paying for it to this day.
This week, Rick is joined by Dave (Tales from the Backlog) and Matt ("Fun" and Games) for a critical analysis of 1000xRESIST, a work that blends the aesthetics of theatre, philosophy, and lived, human experiences into a striking package. Part I features a broad, non-spoiler discussion on big picture ideas, themes, and mechanics, and continues into an in-depth analysis of the narrative. There's so much to say about this game, and it was clear it needed to be fast-tracked onto the show. We hope you enjoy!
sunset visitor studio
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Developer Interview, GameDev Magazine
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"Between the acts."
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Don't be so surprised; this is the power of will, a fundamental power that exists within everyone. What you are witnessing is simply your perception of it. And you know what? Perception and pain are but one and the same. So... go ahead... Feel my pain for yourself!
The final installment of our miniseries on Xenosaga Episode I is here! We reach an exciting conclusion, but are ultimately left with more questions than answers: Who were Albedo and Junior in their pasts?; What is Abel's Ark?; and why is Shion being drawn to Old Miltia? We unfortunately do not see these answers play out until episodes II and III. In this episode, we discuss the final areas of the game, see Albedo's true ruthlessness, and more. Do it up!
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"I can't believe I just handed over top-secret company info to the Federation without permission... I am SO fired..."
The miniseries continues, as we dive back into Xenosaga, Episode 1! As more questions arise with answers that elude for now, the plot thickens. Was Joachim Mizrahi the genius we were led to believe? Is there more to KOS-MOS than meets the eyes? And just who is this rambunctious stranger known as Junior, the Little Master? All this and more in the penultimate episode of the miniseries. Do it up!
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I believe everyone has at least one skill that they excel in over all others. Its something that defines who they are. Shion...what is it that defines you?
Part 2 of our Xenosaga Episode I miniseries continues! Although we covered less ground story-wise than anticipated, many themes of the game begin to be nurtured and setup for later success at this point in the game. We meet new party members, learn new mysteries about KOSMOS, enctouner the Gnosis in a major way, and more. Do it up!
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Please enjoy this extra episode in your feeds this month as we continue through Xenosaga Episode I!
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This light once symbolized civilization – the very will of the human race. But what can be gleaned from the light we see today? The people of this world have cast away their will to create, drowning themselves instead in an endless cycle of consumption…
This week, Rick is joined by Chris (Retro Hangover) and Nick (Friday Night Gamecast) to dive into a cult classic from the minds of Tetsuya Takahashi and Soraya Saga, Xenosaga Episode I: Der Wille zur Macht. This ambitious JRPG from the 2000s is a spiritual successor to the masterpiece Xenogears, and shares some DNA in its thematic identity and story concepts. In this episode, we explore the development and its troubles, the score, set a general foundation for the game, and discuss a few hours into the story. We hope you enjoy - do it up!
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No one ever said the future would be easy. But I think we all saw the glimmer of a dream, somewhere in the sky that night. The tiniest spark of hope that we can change our fate. Who could say? That moment has come and gone.
This week, Rick is joined by Chris (Retro Hangover Podcast) and Jon to focus on one of the black sheep of the Final Fantasy series, Final Fantasy XIII. The game certainly has a reputation - but is it earned? In the episode, we go over the presentation, the fantastic score (NOT by Uematsu!), the controversial datalog, and the troubled development. Is XIII worth a reexamination? You'll have to tune in to find out - do it up!
Post mortem on FF XIII in GameDev magazine
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You ever rage quit over a strawberry?
This week, Rick is joined by friends of the show Matt ("Fun" and Games) and Josh (Still Loading) to dive into Celeste, a beloved indie game that burst onto the scene in 2018. Celeste is a beautiful mix of narrative and gameplay, marrying a story surrounding the human condition with some of the most engaging (and difficult!) platforming the three of us have seen in a long time. In the episode, we talk all about the impetus behind the creation of the game, the game's thematic identity, the soundtrack, and so much more. I'm proud of this one - do it up!
Maddy's article: Celeste and Forgiveness
Maddy's article: Is Madeline Canonically Trans?
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Mario? In my JRPG? It's more likely than you think.
This week, Rick is joined by Matt "Stormageddon" Storm ("Fun" and Games, Screen Snark, and more) to talk over Mario's first jaunt into JRPG japes: Super Mario RPG! Whether you grew up with the SNES version or are a newcomer with the (terrific!) Switch remake, this episode will be for you. We talk about the beginnings of this Square and Nintendo collaboration, the "Saturday Morning Cartoon" feel, version differences, and more. With a killer OST by the one and only Yoko Shimomura, you won't want to miss this - do it up!
More Matt Storm, aka Stormageddon
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More 0-2 Heroes
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Quick note: I reversed the instrumentation when describing the initial observatory theme. I didn't realize until it was too late. Sorry!
This week, Rick is joined by friend of the show Ryan (List Off Podcast) to talk all about the Wii smash hit, Super Mario Galaxy! Endlessly creative, this game was seen as the true successor to Super Mario 64 and kicked off a new era of creativity in the mainline Mario games. Join us as we talk about the dev history, how the mechanics compare to previous/future titles, the phenomenal score, and more. Genuinely had a great time - do it up!
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Mario? In my pocket? It's more likely than you think.
This week, Rick is joined by Andre (Fine Time podcast) to talk all things Super Mario Land - that's right, all three! These were Mario's first forays into big time handheld gaming. Now that we're in 2024, how do they hold up? Each of these play so differently, and they all have their own distinct quirks and charms. The music to the physics to wacky enemies - we talk about it all. Do it up!
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He gets chopped up, I'm sure he's beside himself. Haha! Do you get it? Because he is in pieces?!
In this episode, Rick is joined by friend of the show Mikey (0-2 Heroes) to talk all about The Many Pieces of Mr. Coo, a short, surrealist point and click adventure game! Created by animator Nacho Rodriguez (A Life Story, 2013), this game has you trying to get poor ol' Mr. Coo back together again after being lopped into thirds by a nasty croc. This game is light on narrative, so we get into the weeds about surrealism and why interpreting art can - and should! - differ between people.
Check out this interview with Nacho Rodriguez!
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Now requiring 50% less quarters!
In this episode, something a little different: Rick is joined by friends of the show Mikey Tabletop (0-2 Heroes) and Raging Demon (Kommand List) to talk fighting games - three of them, in fact! This episode sees us talking all about Fighting Vipers, Dragonball Figherz, and Marvel vs. Capcom 2. All things tech, arcade nostalgia, roster, and music are talked about here, and the conversation ends with a brief discussion on what makes fighting games so beautiful and expressive. Please enjoy!
More 0-2 Heroes
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Thanks for giving me time to think. To keep doing what you set your heart on...It's a very hard thing to do...What to do when I felt lonely...That was the only thing you couldn't teach me. But we need to figure out the answer for ourselves... I'm so happy I met everyone...But I guess we all have to say goodbye someday. Everyone... Thank you. Farewell. My memories will be part of the sky...
The emotional conclusion to our Final Fantasy IX series is here. Rick and Eric begin by wrapping up some notable side quests throughout the game before tackling the rest of the narrative. The true nature of Zidane and Kuja's origins, the breakdown of our leader, the theories of the collective unconscious and the eternal return, and even the meaning of life...we talk about it all in this episode. Thank you, all, so much for being a part of this journey. I am so proud of what we have created.
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Save your valediction, Steiner. We will live to see another day.
The saga continues, as once again Rick and Eric return to go through the entirety of Final Fantasy IX. This episode picks up after what we learned in Black Mage Village and sees us continue until we return there later - meeting a new Chocobo friend! This episode has us go through the beginning and majority of disc 3. Traditionally, this is seen as the part where the narrative tends to "drag" - but is that a fair assessment? Join us to find out. Do it up!
(Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU for 100 episodes!)
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"You're very kind to use our words. But you already know what it means to live...and to die. You're asking about our friends who have 'died,' not 'stopped.'"
Note: This series has been extended to 5 parts rather than 4.
Our coverage of Final Fantasy IX continues! Rick is joined once again by Eric (The Unlockables Podcast) as they continue through the world of Gaia. This episode covers the story from the beginning of disc 2 until arriving at Madain Sari. This episode is about growth: Garnet learns that she must foster her own independance; Steiner and Beatrix begin to see the true colors of the crown; and Vivi learns of his origins in one of the game's most famous sequences. It gets heavy - we hope you enjoy!
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We'll never forget you. We'll remember you every time we stand at your grave. And we won't let the fear of death, which each of us knows, stop us from living our lives. Because my friends will remember me when I'm here.
This is part 2 of 5 for our Final Fantasy IX analysis series. I am joined by Eric, from the Unlockables Podcast, who shares a deep love for this game. In this episode, we play from the beginning of the game up until the very end of disc 1. We meet the bulk of our cast, learn some disturbing truths about political powers, and much, much more.
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You Taught Me That Life Doesn't Last Forever. That's Why We Have To Help Each Other And Live Life To The Fullest.
This is the beginning of a miniseries on Final Fantasy IX, one of the most important games in my life. This is the first time the show is revisiting a game that has been covered previously. In this personal essay, I explain why I made this choice, give some background history on the game, and speak about why this game means so much for me. This is part 1 of 5. We hope you enjoy this series - it has been deeply moving and rewarding to put together.
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What a year 2023 has been! In this episode, hear all about Rick's favorite games of the year, some of his least favorite games of the year, and the listener mailbag! A lot of you submitted questions - lots of great ones, too! Thanks for another year, everybody. See you in 2024!
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This is like writing a podcast description at Terry Gross's house.
Get ready for some 90s pop culture quips and a whole lotta Tail Time, because this week Rick is joined once again by friend of the show Charlie Young to talk all things Gex: Enter the Gecko! This is the essence of the 1990s distilled: pop culture references, a mascot character with attitude, and questionable camera controls. This was a heck of a fun episode that really felt more like shooting the breeze with a good friend - and we hope you enjoy that kind of vibe here!
Gex 2 Version Differences, as mentioned in the episode
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"And when this too-long life of mine draws to a close," Kaim thinks, "I'd like to be sent off with the sound of bells like this if possible." Because he knows that day will never come, Kaim walks on, never stopping, never looking back. His long journey is far from over.
Our three-part series on Lost Odyssey comes to a close in this final installment. The threads of the plot come together in an exciting conclusion - but is it earned? What do Rick and guest host Thrak (The 3DO Experience) think about the ending as it relates to the thematic identity of the game itself? Tune in to find out - it's an exciting ride!
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It is the voice of the little girl from eighty years ago, ringing ever clear, sweet and innocent, declaring farewell to the man who will travel life forever...
We return for Part 2 of our miniseries on the Xbox 360 exclusive JRPG, Lost Odyssey. This episode is entirely story, and sees us pick up where we left off last time; if you are playing along, this episode covers up to and through the large "freezing" event that occurs on disc 2. We meet the rest of our party, learn more about Gongora's intentions, and begin to see the implications of the ever-shifting political landscape. Enjoy!
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Deep in the heart of someone seeking freedom is the fact of freedom denied...
This week, Rick is joined by friend of the show Thrak (The 3DO Experience Podcast) to dive into Lost Odyssey, somewhat of a hidden gem of a JRPG exclusive to the Xbox 360. What does it mean to live - to truly live - when one cannot die? This question lives at the core of the story being told - by none other than Hironobu Sakaguchi - as players take control of immortal Kaim Argonar, seeking for the stolen truth of his past. In part 1, we go over development history, the score, overall thematic concepts, and a portion of the story; if you're playing along, we conclude today's episode after getting captured by General Kakanas. This was such a blast to put together - do it up!
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Little tank, big attitude.
This week on the show, Rick is joined once again by Charlie Young to talk about a forgotten PS1 mascot platformer: Tiny Tank! Starring a smart-mouthed sentient tank, Tiny Tank is a sort of hybrid third person shooter/platformer. Do the controls hold up? Does it deserve to be forgotten? Did we ever get tired of Tiny's constant, nonstop quips? Tune in to find out!
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Welcome to this year's special production! PPR presents: The Scary Story Spectacular 2023! This year, we hear a story by Philip K. Dick titled "The Hanging Stranger." Enjoy!
Teens, being teens...a horror staple.
This week, Rick is joined by Adam (The Good, The Bad, and the Backlog) to talk all about Supermassive's The Quarry. Teens, a summer camp on a lake, stranded overnight...what could go wrong?!
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Now with double the evil residents!
This week, Rick is joined by friend of the show and friend in real life Dustin to tackle Resident Evil 7: Biohazard. Rick's first Resident Evil game! RE7 pays homage to many of the horror greats that came before it, in both mediums of game and film. The result is a montage and cornucopia of tension and atmosphere (...and I didn't even THINK about playing it in VR!). We talk all things mechanics, lore, dev history, sound design, and more. Also, I do a bayou accent. It's bad, it's no good. Do it up!
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"Okay, here's your motivation: You're lost. You're angry in the woods. And no one is here to help you."
In this episode, Rick is joined by Ryan (List Off Podcast) to venture into the woods of Burkittsville, Maryland in the 2019 horror game Blair Witch. Set only a couple of years after the events of the movie, players are tasked with finding a missing 9-year old boy armed with nothing but a flashlight, a walkie talkie, and your trusty companion, Bullet the dog. Immersion and exploration play a huge role in this game, as Bloober Team - the minds behind Layers of Fear - flex their psychological horror chops. How does this game stack up to the other horror giants? You'll have to tune in to see. Do it up!
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This week, a tripe to Feudal-era Japan! Rick is joined by Bill Barber (The Gaming and Collecting Podcast; The 3DO Experience) to talk about the early 2000s JRPG Inuyasha: The Secret of the Cursed Mask! Licensed games can be a mixed bag, and this one is no exception; while the battle system is perfectly serviceable and the visuals are quite nice, the game itself feels like an elaborately done fanfiction. Mechanics, voice cast, memories of waking up at 2am to watch the show, and more - do it up!
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Rick and Nomad (The Retro Wildlands Podcast) are back to finish out Parasite Eve! This episode sees the story going through some exciting and bizarre events, as well as discovering the origins of Eve. We hope you enjoy!
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"Even if you don't understand... don't worry, your mitochondria will. They've always known..."
This week, Rick is joined by Nomad of the Retro Wildlands Podcast to face biological horror within the cult classic Parasite Eve. A genuinely unique marriage of JRPG and survival horror, Parasite Eve is a special game in the catalogue of Square. In today's episode, Rick and Nomad dive into the development history, talk all things mechanics, explore the soundtrack, themes, and more. I've heard it said that the play button is the powerhouse of the podcast...so press it, why dontcha!
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Out of all of the Digimon games, this is most definitely one of them.
This week, Rick is joined by Aaron (Super Pod Saga) and Chris (A Novel Console) to dive into the digital world as they cover Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth! This was the first Digimon game the US got after the series had been more or less dormant since 2007. While it has plenty to like about it, there is much holding it back. In this episode, we go over the facts and figures of how the game was made and who was involved, the writing and narrative, and the crunchy, stat-based goodness that is the farming system. All of this and more - no digivice required!
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This week, something a little different. Rick is joined by the staff of a local retro gaming and collecting store, Warp Zone, to talk all things retro gaming! Guests Nicole, Adam, Carey, and Nick join for a discussion all about what got us into the hobby, what makes it fulfilling, the inherent challenges and problems of the economy of retro gaming, and much more. Whether you're a seasoned collector, new to the hobby, or just like to emulate childhood favorites in your spare time, we hope there will be something for you within. Please enjoy!
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"Even Angels Need Angels, Max."
This week, part 2 of our coverage of Life is Strange. The continuation of the story will see the thematic material start to play a much bigger role, and we dig into that as well as we can throughout. Notions of fate, true art, manifestation of the subconscious, and more. We hope you enjoy!
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"My Powers Might Not Last, Chloe."
"That's Okay. We Will. Forever."
This week, Rick is joined by Jess (Opinionated Lushes) to talk all things Life is Strange. This story-driven success by Dontnod Studios tells the story of reunited friends Max Caulfield and Chloe Price as they navigate not only their changed relationship, but a changing world as well. This game succeeds in so many ways; in the episode, we discuss the mechanics, the dev history, some thematic concepts, and cover the first two out of five episodes. We hope you enjoy!
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"Link, some day you will leave this island...I just know it in my heart. Don't ever forget me...If you do, I'll never forgive you!"
This week, Rick is joined by returning guest hosts Alex (Low 5 Gaming) and Keith (Main Quest Podcast) to talk about the first major handheld title in the Zelda franchise: Link's Awakening! This game marks a lot of firsts for the series, and is an overall unique entry to the timeline. Join us as we dive into the surreal world, the team who created it, the thematic materials spurring the story, and much, much more. We hope you enjoy!
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I choo-choo-choose y- wait, that's a different long-running animated franchise...
This week, Jay Davis of Super Bracket Bros joins Rick to talk all about Pokemon HeartGold and SoulSilver, remakes of the original generation 2 Pokemon games. What more can be said about Pokemon? It's one of the longest running media franchises out there, and is absolutely ubiquitous in our culture. Gen 2 games were particularly well-beloved, and the same can be said of these remakes. We talk plenty about the originals, what worked and what didn't in the remakes, and the franchise as a whole. We hope you enjoy!
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We entered this episode but Game Boys...and we left it Game Men.
This week, it's all about the handhelds that captivated generations: Nintendo's line of Game Boy handhelds. Special guests Dave (Tales from the Backlog) and Alex (Low 5 Gaming) join the episode to take a stroll down memory lane, looking at the first three (major) iterations of the Game Boy: the original, the Color, and the Advance. Specs, favorite games, favorite memories, accessories...this episode has got it all. We hope you enjoy!
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Earthbound Papas is such a good name.
It's difficult to discuss the music of video games without encountering a few titans of the industry, and among the tallest stands Nobuo Uematsu, a veteran composer perhaps most well-known for the Final Fantasy series. Uematsu's influence and styles run so much deeper than what many of us might expect, though. In this episode, Rick is joined by Jameson of the barSILENCE Video Game Music Podcast to discuss the legend himself, as well as dive into three unique OSTs of his with which you may be unfamiliar. And of course, there's plenty of Final Fantasy talk. We hope you enjoy!
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Surprise! It's our first "first impressions" video here on the show, and what a way to begin - FINAL FANTASY XVI releases this week, and we could not be more excited! I am joined by Ryan (List Off Podcast) and Kolby (Switch It Up! Podcast) to talk about the free playable demo. What we thought, what we're looking forward to, and more. Very casual episode, but we hope you enjoy nonetheless!
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“Well… I don’t believe in curses either, but to incur the grudge of a woman is a horrifying thing.”
This week features the third essay on Pixel Project Radio, titled "The Thematic Elements of Catherine." Atlus released this cult hit in 2011, and it has always lived within the shadows of its much more successful and flashy siblings bearing the Persona name. This is a shame, as Catherine is a wholly unique game with a surprising amount to say about the human experience. This essay focuses on two themes present within the game's story. I hope you enjoy!
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Here is part 2 of our talk on Bayonetta! This part focuses almost entirely on the walkthrough of the story. We hope you enjoy!
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Don't fuck with a witch.
This week, Rick is joined by Nicholas - better known as TripleSMoon - in an effort to get stylish and sexy, because this episode is all about the character action classic, Bayonetta. This game is a study in all things excess, but don't let the over-the-top presentation fool you: there is a complex and deeply satisfying battle system under the hood. In this first episode, we go over all of the background to the game, examine the mechanics, smile at (and with) the visuals, and gush over the music. The episode went much longer than we were expecting, so expect a part 2 immediately after this episode. We hope you enjoy!
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This is a BONUS EPISODE that I'm uploading to the main feed. It was our patron-exclusive back in February, and Ryan from the List Off Podcast joins me to talk all things Marvel Snap! This game has lost a bit of steam at the time of writing, but it's still going plenty strong. We hope you enjoy!
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FINISH HIM!....Friendship? Again?
This week, Rick is joined by Zulgeek (aka Jake) to talk all things Kombat - particularly of the Mortal variety. We dive into the game that started it all and its competition with Street Fighter II, the 1993 hearing that created the ESRB, favorite kharacters, and more. We hope you enjoy!
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Now this is a high-class 'cast!
Rick is joined this week by Eric Gess, host of The Unlockables Podcast, as they parry, dash, and shoot their way through the 2017 smash hit, Cuphead! There's a lot to love about this game, but it isn't without its hangups - specifically, it's devilishly difficult! Can the loving charm of the animation and music save it? What about the puns?! We get to all of this and more. We hope you enjoy!
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"Why do people insist on creating things that will inevitably be destroyed? Why do people cling to life, knowing that they must someday die? ...Knowing that none of it will have meant anything once they do?"
The time has come to close out one of the greatest JRPGs of all time. The final stretch of the game is some of the finest it has to offer; join Rick and special guest Chris as they dig into a cornucopia of symbolism and religious iconography in Kefka's Tower. We also wrap up each character's scenario/arc. We hope you enjoy!
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"What's up? Sorry, mun—if it's a pep talk youer after, I'm a bit short of wise words at the moment. Got a few unwise ones if you fancy them..."
This week, join two pure-hearted podcasters as Rick and special guest Jared (PlayAlongPodcast) explore the magical world of Level 5's Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch. This has been a JRPG a long time coming to the show, and one look at it is plain to see why: animations by Studio Ghibli, music by Joe Hisaishi, and writing from Level 5 all come together to create a genuinely magical experience. Hear us talk all about the battles, the puns, and more. Don't be a cry-baby-bunting, click play 'init?
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Ugh...family drama.
This week, Rick is ferried by the Stygian Boatman down the River Styx along with good friends Nick and Will, of the Friday Night Gamecast. The destination? None other than Hades! This smash hit from Supergiant Games was many's GOTY choice, and it's clear why: a satisfying gameplay loop, blistering music, endearing characters, and more. Hear about our thoughts on the narrative style, the gameplay choices...and Rick's bad David Bowie impression. All of this and more - we hope you enjoy!
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"Judge me not by my head, but by the deliciousness of the soup inside!"
This week, Rick is joined by Alex from Low 5 Gaming to talk all about Devolver Digital's indie hit, Death's Door! Part Zelda-like, part Souls-like, Death's Door takes the concept of mortality and tasks players with reaping souls as their job. No, really - it's like a 9 to 5! There's so much that is special about this game, and we really hope that you enjoy listening to this episode. We sure had fun talking about it!
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My podcast is a chip in your pile. Ante up!
We're back once again with the next installment of Final Fantasy 6, being joined as ever by Chris Coplien of the Retro Hangover Podcast. This episode covers the aftermath of the opera all the way up to the World of Ruin. There is a LOT of meat in today's episode, and it features some of the greatest moments in this game - and in JRPG history. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed reliving these moments.
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This podcast is right in the center of the...the volume is right in the center of the...look, just press play and listen to us talk Pokemon, alright?
This week, Rick is joined by Josh Covel from the Still Loading Podcast to talk all things Pokemon Snap! Pokemon has always been a juggernaut in the entertainment sphere, but it was at its full power in the late 90s and early 2000s. Cue Pokemon Snap, a game where you enter the world of Pokemon to take pictures! We talk all about the mechanics, the soundtrack, and how annoying Prof. Oak is in this one. Do it up!
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Return of the 'Hog.
This week, Rick is joined by Mikey from the Big Drink Energy Podcast and Brock from The Outcasts Podcast to talk all things Sonic Frontiers. Sonic fans have been hurting for a new "best" 3D Sonic game for some time now - is this The One? Jump in to find out what we think, as each panelist here has a very different perspective. We talk all things music, development, and gameplay. Do it up!
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I'm a general, not some podcasting floozy!
We're back once again for our continuing mini-series on Final Fantasy 6. This episode goes through some incredibly memorable moments from the game, including suplexing a train and (up to and finishing with) the game's famous opera scene. We also meet a pesky octopus. Joined once again by Chris from Retro Hangover, so you know we're going to have a great time! Thanks again to the listeners who voted to get this game on the show - we love doing content that YOU want to see!
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"You want me to understand your sadness? You think I'm going to sympathize with you? I swore to protect my sister/daughter and my friends. If someone puts them in danger, they must stand aside or be cut down!"
We reach the exciting conclusion as Rick and special guest host Dave (Tales From the Backlog) finish the story of NieR Replicant. We go through endings A through D, touching on the differences between each route. We also tackle the newly added ending E, and parse out how it may or may not relate to NieR Automata. Thanks for joining us on this journey - enjoy!
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"I PREFER the term 'treasure hunter!'"
This week, Rick and Ben are joined by Chris Coplien of the Retro Hangover Podcast to talk all about one of the most important JRPGs of all time: Final Fantasy 6. The final mainline FF title for the SNES, FF6 pushed the boundaries of what a JRPG could be, and set a new tone for the series moving forward; whereas 1 through 5 were somewhat more lighthearted, 6 marks the beginnings of the FF series tackling heavier, more mature topics and themes. In this installment, we cover all of the development history, talk about thematic material, the phenomenal soundtrack, and much more. This episode covers the story up to meeting Banon for the first time. This was the winner of our Summer JRPG Poll, so we also must thank you, the listeners, for voting!
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"You don't get to decide who lives and who dies. She has a life! She has meaning and worth, and we're going to save her! Everyone has something to live for. Even Kainé...even Yonah."
This week, Dave Jackson (Tales From the Backlog) joins Rick as they discuss NieR: Replicant, the 2010/2021 action JRPG from the mind of Yoko Taro. Taro has a penchant for telling bleak stories with humanity at their cores - is Nier the same? We go over these thematic ideas as well as the mechanics, dev history, and story. Part 1 will cover up to the time skip, and part 2 will cover the remainder of the game.
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What a twist!
To kick off 2023, Rick and Ben dive into the narrative world of twists. What makes them fun? What makes them predictable? What are some of our favorites? All of this and more, in this week's show! By the way - there are timestamp indicators within the episode, so you can listen without fear of being spoiled on anything!
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Ahoy, tromboners! Please enjoy this bonus episode being released into the feed! This was originally in the Patron-only feed back in September, and I thought it'd be a fun treat for the end of the year to put it into the main feed as well! Have a safe new year!
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Thanks for another great year, everyone! We reflect on our time in 2022, answer listener mail, and more! On to 2023!
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merry chrysler
Join the festivities, the japes, the jaunts, and the shenanigans this week as Rick and Ben reminisce about our holiday memories. We also listen to all of your submissions. Thanks to everyone who submitted, and happy holidays to all!
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Podcasters in the half shell.
Turtletastic! On this episode, Rick is joined by Eric of The Unlockables Podcast and Mikey Tabletop from the Big Drink Energy Podcast to talk all things Turtle! Namely though, the conversation is focused on the hit new beat 'em up, Shredder's Revenge. Does this work as a love letter to the beat 'em ups of old? How do we feel about the music? And who's our favorite brawler? All that and more - press play, dudes!
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This week, special guest Cody Dawson joins Rick to talk all about character writing in fiction. Cody's specialty lies in film, and as such many movies and television shows make the rounds in this episode. From Tony Soprano to HAL to the city of Baltimore - characters of all stripes, dynamic and flat, multidimensional or singular are featured here. We hope you enjoy!
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We're back from the past, in the future, talking about a game from the past!
This week, Rick is joined once again by Ryan from List Off Podcast and Dave from Tales From The Backlog to finish up Chrono Trigger. What happens to our group of heroes - can they defeat Lavos? Magus? Will they ever return to the Millennial Fair? Will Ryan sing a popular Lizzo song? Answers to all of this and more, on the next episode of Pixel Project Radio!
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Missingno wiped my save file!
This week, Rick and Ben keep it a little lowkey and talk about all things buggy, all things broken, and all things unfinished. This conversation goes down multiple different avenues, from serious issues such as crunch in the gaming industry to wondering what a "Mike Meyers" glitch would look like. Do we make you...erm, sorry. We hope you enjoy!
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50 episodes?! What a ride!
To close out spooky season '22, Rick and Ben tackle the indie game that took the end of 2021 by storm - Inscryption. What happens when you mix rogue elements, a card game, and meta light-horror together? It's an interesting game, and between the mechanics, lore, and meta-ness there's a lot to talk about. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed talking about it!
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Spooked ya!
This week, Rick and Ben get into the holiday spirit by reading some scaaaaary stories. You'll hear: Poe's "The Tell-Tale Heart," Long's "The Pale Man," and the internet creepypasta "Ben Drowned." We thought that this would be a nice change of pace, and maybe the start of a fun holiday tradition. Enjoy!
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RIP, we hardly knew ye.
Kicking off our very spooky spectacular month of October is none other than the infamous scrapped teaser for "Silent Hills," P.T. While we didn't have the chance to experience this when it was current in 2014, believe us when we say it still packs a wallop; this is possibly one of the scariest gaming experiences either of us have ever had. There's a ton to talk about in this one, including a very messy situation between Konami and game creator Hideo Kojima. So bu2ckle 0up, bec4ause 8her6e we3 go....
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"I get it. This won't stop until I die. But when I die, I want it to hurt. When my friends leave, when I have to let go, when this entire town is wiped off the map, I want it to hurt. Bad. I want to lose. I want to get beaten up. I want to hold on until I'm thrown off and everything ends. And you know what? Until that happens, I want to hope again. And I want it to hurt. Because that means it meant something. It means I am something, at least...pretty amazing to be something, at least..."
This episode, Rick and Ben board the bus to Possum Springs as they tackle the 2017 indie hit Night In The Woods. A semi-slice of life, semi-platformer, Night In The Woods tackles the doldrums of small town living, the anxieties and troubles that come with it, and how capitalism causes and influences the difficulties therein. Also, there's a cosmic horror space god. Pretty cool! This game was DIRECTLY inspired by the area that we at PPR grew up in too. This game means a lot to both of us, and we hope you like the episode!
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One podcast or three, it's all the same. Podcasts are power, and we're deliciously strong!
Join Rick and special guests Dave Jackson (Tales from the Backlog) and Ryan (List Off Podcast) as they dive headfirst into the past, present, and future talking about the hit JRPG Chrono Trigger! This episode covers background, development, music, and the story up to around meeting Robo. Part 2 coming soon! It took a Dream Team to make the game, and it'll take a Dream Team to cover it!
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"Once you've met someone you never really forget them. It just takes a while for your memories to return."
This week, Ben and Rick are taking on their toughest challenge yet: narrowing down the masterworks of Studio Ghibli to their Top 3 favorites. There's just so much to love about this studio, and it was difficult for us NOT to gush about everything we touched on. We also read all of your listener responses! It's a great episode, check it out!
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It all began when I saw this sphere of you...
This week, Rick presents his first critical essay on an often pushed aside title, Final Fantasy X-2. It's a game that was the first direct sequel the series ever put out - and is unique in far more ways than just that. Former High Summoner Yuna is joined by Rikku and newcomer Paine as the trio set out to get to the bottom of a mysterious sphere. Their journey leads them into politics, war, and...hot springs. Hear all about what makes this game work, what makes it falter, and why it's a Final Fantasy title that may not be your personal cup of tea but is well worth a try.
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Please enjoy this preview of our Patron-only episodes! If you'd like to hear more bonus content in the future or if you'd like to join the folks who have decided to support the show, head on over to www.patreon.com/pixelprojectradio and take a look at what we offer. Thanks!
The first episode of Pixel Patron Radio (aka Sunday Shorts, aka Relaxin' with Rick, aka "just don't call me late for dinner," etc etc etc) is out now! It was a real joy to have Alex from Low Five Gaming join me to talk about all things Steam Deck. We talk about some games we've played on the thing, our impressions of the hardware, and how we think it stacks up to the Switch. Check out Alex and his brother, Luke, on their show at: lowfivegaming.com.
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We're not frame perfect, but we try to be.
This week, Mikey Tabletop from the Big Drink Energy Podcast joins Rick to talk all things fighting games. It's no secret that PPR loves a good narrative, but Rick actually grew up playing fighting games primarily! In this episode, we cover a very abridged history of the fighting game community and talk about some of our favorites. Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat, Smash, and even some new contenders like Nick All Star Brawl and MultiVersus. You know, we've heard that "play - rate - review - subscribe" is a great combo for beginners and - alright alright, I'll see myself out.
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www.patreon.com/pixelprojectradio
That's right, we have a Patreon! Take a listen to this short episode to hear why we set it up, how you can support, and a peek into what you'll get for doing so. Thanks!
みんな、 こんにちは！
This week, Rick brings you the first solo - and the first scripted - episode of Pixel Project Radio! In this episode, we talk all about visual novels - what they are, what they aren't, and who they're for. Spoiler alert - they're probably for you! Rick gives four visual novels that are great for beginners and why he believes they are, and ends with three recommendations of his personal favorites. Check it out!
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We're back, simpler and cleaner than ever.
Rick and Ben return with their second and final coverage of the early 2000s JRPG, Kingdom Hearts. We get through the entirety of the story in this one, discussing some of the themes, what we liked and didn't like about specific story beats, and our overall thoughts on whether or not the sometimes ambitious, sometimes confounding plot did what it set out to do. Glad to be back!
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The only thing that can save Hyrule this time? Impeccable rhythm.
Rick is joined this week by Keith from the Main Quest Podcast to talk about the indie hit Cadence of Hyrule: Crypt of the NecroDancer featuring The Legend of Zelda! This spiritual successor to Crypt was crafted with extreme care with permission from Nintendo, and the result is a creative adventure using IPs we all know and love. Rick and Keith talk all about the mechanics of the game, how indie devs deserve WAY more credit, and of course - the music. Don't miss this one!
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“Everyone has something that is unacceptable within them. I certainly do, and I’d wager you do as well. I wonder which is best professor... To cut away that which is unacceptable, or to find a way to accept it anyway..."
This week, Rick is joined by two special guests: Kolby from the Switch It Up! podcast, and Eric from The Unlockables podcast! Together, the three of them dive into Fire Emblem: Three Houses. This is a more relaxed and casual episode as the three talk about this epic (in scope AND length) story before the release of Fire Emblem: Three Hopes. Everything from the lore to the mechanics are covered, but perhaps the most controversial among the three: Tea time. Do it up!
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"I've been having these weird thoughts lately...like is any of this for real? Or not?"
The time has finally come for Rick and Ben to hop into their own personal Gummi Ships (of course we have Gummi Ships, what podcaster doesn't?) and face the darkness head on as they cover the Square/Disney crossover hit, Kingdom Hearts. Rick and Ben both have extremely fond memories of this game from their childhoods, but how does it hold up to them as adults in 2022? In this episode, we cover all of our standard pre-game history and facts and make it up through our first encounter in Traverse Town. Take a listen!
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Be careful up on that mountain, lest ye fall curse to the forces that inhabit it...or, get pranked.
This week, Rick and Ben do their best to survive in the Canadian wilderness of Supermassive's Until Dawn. A love letter to 80s horror and all the camp and tropes that come with it, Until Dawn is an interactive experience - it's almost like playing a movie. There are many different ways the story can play out, and we talk all about what we thought worked and didn't, as well as some of the fascinating development history. Which one of us had the most characters survive? You'll have to press play to find out.
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Unfortunately, this episode isn't ENTIRELY dedicated to the original Super Mario Bros. movie...
This week, Rick and Ben dive into the intersection of movies and video games! Everything from licensed games to video game movies is touched upon, and no tangent is spared! Seriously - this might be one of our more laid back episodes. Every tangent from Frank Reynolds to the still standing Star Wars Episode 1 Pepsi Machine in Mount Washington, PA makes an appearance! Do it up!
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Alternate title: Rick and Ben get existential.
Everything is the definition of an art game and it in no way lacks charm. Still, this game - and indeed this episode - might not be for everyone; some of you will appreciate the conversations around religion and thought, while others will think we're shallowly blowing hot air. Truthfully? It's a bit of both. But "Everything" is, nevertheless, a unique experience that we both recommend handily.
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"Ah ha ha. One must always press play on a podcast. That's what a true gentleman does."
This week, your gentlemanly hosts Rick and Ben take a trip to St. Mystere to tackle Professor Layton and the Curious Village. This quaint puzzle game debuted on the Nintendo DS in 2007 and quickly captured the hearts of many via Layton's suave demeanor and the quirky brain teasers and puzzles. What's the secret that this town is hiding? You'll have to trust our detective intuition to find out.
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Hello there!
This week, Rick and Ben are joined by Brian and Ryan of The ListOff Podcast! As such, today's episode is a list - our top 3 favorite Star Wars games! There are so many good ones from which to choose, and it really took all of us down a trip on memory lane. Do you think your favorite game made our lists? Only one way to find out! Do press play or do not...there is no...uh, well you get the idea.
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"They say this next test was designed by one of Aperture's Nobel Prize winners. I don't remember what the prize was for, but I know it wasn't for being immune to neurotoxin."
It's our first birthday! As such, we decided we wanted to tackle on of the most well-beloved games in the canon: Valve's landmark sequel, Portal 2. Rick and Ben are joined once again by friend of the show Charlie Young, and the three of them discuss everything that makes this game so special. The humor, the timing, the writing, the impeccable level design - it's hard to overstate how great this game is. Thanks for sticking around with us for one year - here's to many more!
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"What, No Small Talk? No Chit-Chat? That's The Trouble With The World Today. No One Takes The Time To Do A Really Sinister Interrogation Anymore."
Join secret agents Ben and Rick in this week's episode covering the landmark FPS on the Nintendo 64, GoldenEye 007. This game was a major turning point for the genre, but how does it hold up today? And what about emulation - does that "count?" We discuss all of this and more - much, much, more - within.
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Jump up, Superstar.
Happy March 10th, otherwise known as MAR10 day! In this episode, Ben and Rick are joined by Ben's better half Victoria as they discuss the hit platformer, Super Mario Odyssey. This episode is much more laid back and casual, but the discussions all lead to the same conclusion: this game is phenomenal, and you should really be playing it rather than listening to us.
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"If we lived forever, maybe we'd have time to understand things. But as it is, I think the best we can do is try to open our eyes, and appreciate how strange and brief all of this is."
This week, Ben and Rick dive into the past in the almost stranger than fiction tale of What Remains of Edith Finch. This work deftly ties in themes of the past and death anxiety with nuanced writing, and the result is a walking simulator that you won't want to miss. What does it mean to live? Who is the true antagonist, if there even is one? How does this house maintain structural integrity? All of this and more - just through this door.
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"I fucking hate my life, and everyone hates me. I've found peace in knowing this."
This week, Rick is joined by friend of the show and friend in real life Charlie Young as they tackle LISA: The Painful, an RPG described as "a life ruining experience." LISA is the story of a broken man seeking redemption in the face of an apocalyptic world - but that barely scratches the surface, as this game features irreverent, biting humor juxtaposed with at times upsetting thematic material. Nevertheless, it's all handled with poise - unlike the guy in-game who orders his drink BEFORE his combo meal. What the hell is that? Anyway, take a listen!
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Nosegrind into this week's episode of Pixel Project Radio as we cover the Tony Hawk Pro Skater series! Ben and Rick are joined by guest and friend of the show Dave Jackson, host of the Tales From The Backlog Podcast and co-host of A Top 3 Podcast. The three of them relive their youth regarding the THPS series, reminiscing on the impact it had not just on gaming but on popular culture as well. Hear all about their favorite levels, modes, and skaters by dropping in. You're not gonna wanna bail on this one! (Are these enough puns? Can I stop now?)
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Happy 2022! We're kicking the year off with a retrospective look at the entirety of the Super Smash Bros. series! In the episode, Ben and Rick talk about the differences between each entry, what the series/games mean to them, their respective histories, and we read our listener responses to the question "Who is your main?" So get ready and join us, 1v1 no items Final Destination Fox Only!
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We're wrapping up 2021 live and in person! Ben and Rick answer some AMA questions gathered from our listeners. Thank you all so much for being on this journey with us. Have a lovely New Year, stay safe, enjoy yourselves, and we'll catch you in 2022!
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"I realized something - I wasn't sad that it was all gone. I had fun making all that stuff! I would've done it anyway. And then, somehow I knew that when I woke up, all my work would really be destroyed. And that's when you showed up. I don't know how you got here...but I am glad to see you."
We have all felt unfinished in one way or another - to feel so is to be human. The thesis of "The Unfinished Swan," the game that Ben and Rick discuss this week, deals with the idea of this being not only an important area of growth but one that must be embraced, for it is not a failing on who we are. Author note - this is the kind of game we made this podcast specifically to talk about, so we hope you enjoy the discussions within.
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What else is there to do when a literal hog-wizard threatens your island peace? You've gotta race him to drive him outta there!
Diddy Kong Racing is a gem in the N64 library, and this week Ben and Rick discuss why they believe it got neither the recognition nor remakes and sequels it deserved. This leads into a discussion about gaming in the 90s and how expectations have changed, as well. So suit up in your vehicle of choice - yeah, you've got CHOICES in this one - and hit those zippers, 'cause Wizpig is a'comin'!
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"So how could it have really meant anything? But - just like the power of perspective itself - it will have been as real as you believed it to be. All you've got to do is Wake. Up."
In this week's episode, Ben and Rick dive into the indie puzzler hit, Superliminal. What does it mean to lose control? How does one regain it? How does perspective relate to our daily lives? How long is our tangent on various composers of the second Viennese school? All of this and more lies within. All you have to do is click...play.
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Rick and Ben talk a little bit about column A, a little bit about column B, and a LOT a bit about times where they've been puzzled. Join your favorite honkers as they reflect upon puzzles in games, and other things that honk them off. What makes a puzzle game? Hopefully we find out... otherwise we'll have to START OVER AGAIN.
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"Redeem us both, Daniel. Descend into the darkness where Alexander waits, and murder him."
Rounding out our first ever Spooktacular October is the seminal classic of survival horror - AMNESIA: THE DARK DESCENT! Join Ben and Rick as they descend into the madness of Daniel and Alexander, learning about the secrets of their recent expedition and the grim reality of the shadows that are hunting them. And a generous THANK YOU to all of our listeners who voted in our Instagram polls for the SCARIEST GAMES OF ALL TIME! The winner will be covered in its own episode in 2022. We'll do this again next year for sure!
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Who says hotels are just for The Shining?
In this week's episode, Ben and Rick traverse the Seaview Hotel in the relatively recent horror game "At Dead of Night." This is a shorter episode with plenty of opinions from both parties; in addition to the game's mechanics, tropes, and story, we talk about what makes a horror game good to us, trick or treating, and even go down some tangents about the Star Wars Sequels. Peek around the corner, check down the hallway, and give this a listen!
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"My name is Susan Ashworth. I live alone in this old two-bedroom flat. I rarely go outside. Some would say it's a lonely life... I only trust in my cats these days, and I will miss them dearly... but they will understand, like they always have. Teacup stays with me 'till the end. He watches me, as if he knew... Because, early tonight, I swallowed a whole bunch of pills. Any second now, I will be dead. I've only got one thing to say now. Thanks for nothing... Goodbye."
This week on Pixel Project Radio, Ben and Rick kick off their month of Spooky Games in October with The Cat Lady! They talk about the atmosphere and world building, music, and some real fumbles the game makes. All in all a great play, and we (sort of) recommend it! Check it out!
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“Despite everything, it's still you.”
Knowing that Ben and Rick will cover Undertale, in all of its narrative, gameplay, and quirks...it fills you with DETERMINATION. We both have a lot of affection for this game, so we are thrilled to bring it to our platform!
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For many of us, it's ingrained in our memories: opening up our very first game, booting it up, and hearing the iconic music greet and embrace us for a very special journey to come. Whether it's Super Mario, the Legend of Zelda, Final Fantasy, or more, music has become not only ubiquitous but integral to the creation and enjoyment of video games. In this episode, Ben, Rick, and Vince read off some of YOUR responses to your favorite music, talk about our very favorites, discuss the merit of engaging with culture, and more. And as you might expect, we edited a LOT of good music into this one.
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"I don't understand."
"We don't need to, it'll happen all the same."
"Why?"
"Because it does. Because it has. Because it will."
Welcome to another episode of Pixel Project Radio! This week, join Ben and Rick as they talked, talk, and will talk about Bioshock Infinite! The two boys feel pretty differently about this game as a whole, and a LOT of healthy discussion is had! We speak to the game's narrative, talk about some theming choices and why we believe they did or didn't work, and Arrested Development makes an appearance. Oh, and did we mention the music, as usual for the Bioshock series, is terrific? Lots to love about this one - check it out!
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"A man chooses...a slave obeys."
Join Ben, Rick, and Vince as they venture somewhere beyond the sea to cover one of the most well regarded games of all time, Bioshock. A game steeped in the logical conclusion of a hyper-free market and capitalist dystopia, you play as Jack, a silent protagonist who is navigating the landscapes of Andrew Ryan's underwater city of Rapture. In the episode, we talk about the world building and lore, how the ideology of Objectivism shaped the narrative, and of course that scene. Listen to this episode, would you kindly?
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"I came out here for a breath of fresh air and adventure."
A lot of folks hear the phrase "walking sim" and roll their eyes, imagining boredom. Firewatch is a game that proves this notion to be false, as inside is a short little game filled with a atmosphere, ambiance, and character development. From the writers of "The Walking Dead" comes a game that explores themes of isolation, relationships, and honesty. Lots of good discussion in this one!
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In this week's Checkpoint!, Ben and Rick are flying solo. We wonder wistfully where Vince might have gone, Ben speaks in hushed tones over his increasingly hostile tomato plants, and...oh yeah, we announce our August schedule! Great times - AHOY!
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I don' t know... Fear? I don't want to stop. And maybe I want to run away from it all. But living in the village with everyone fills me with joy. The joy of living with them far outweighs the fear of death. Isn't it the same for you? Traveling with your friends gives your life meaning.
The saga continues as Ben, Rick, and Vince wrap up Final Fantasy IX...for now. FF IX is a game that excels at many things, but as is the case with so many games in the series suffers from a weak underbelly in the middle to late middle of the journey. Nevertheless, we progress forward and experience more of this quintessential JRPG.
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You don't need a reason to help someone.
The saga continues as Rick, Vince, and Ben make their way through Final Fantasy IX. What happens after the Evil Forest? Why did Tantalus kidnap Garnet? How do we feel about Joe Rogan? You can find out all of this and more on this week's episode of Pixel Project Radio!
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"I have to find out who I am... I'm scared... What if I'm not even human...?"
It was the swansong of the Playstation 1 and a love letter to the series. It aimed to be an amalgamation of everything that made the series what it had become. And yet despite this, it has never lived up to the hype of it's brethren installments of VI, VII, and X.
We think that's ridiculous.
Join us on this three-episode special of the infinitely charming Final Fantasy IX. This first episode will primarily be generalities, background, and mechanics, along with just a little bit of the story.
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Checkpoints are back! Ben, Rick, and Vince catch up with each other amidst some business in their lives. We talk about the movie Parasite, there's a Boris Johnson impression, and, of course, we announce August's games! Tune in, it's a good time!
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We're heading to clean up Delfino Plaza in this week's episode of Pixel Project Radio! Join hosts Ben and Vince as they traverse this GameCube classic, discussing its mechanics compared to other Mario titles, level design, and the legacy of Mario as a whole. In the words of our favorite plumber, let's-a go!
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COL-LAB-O-RAAAAAAAAATION!
This week, your very stable hosts who love each other very much - ahem, Rick and Vince - take on a newer platformer/puzzler from EA, It Takes Two. We go through the story and all of its beats while discussing the varied mechanics, the narrative, and what we both liked and disliked about the experience. There's also talk of Inglorious Basterds within, too. Can't remember how we got there...huh. Anyways, enjoy the episode!
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We've all been there: the friend group arrives and it's time to divvy up controllers...but nobody else gets to use THIS one! Get those Dorito-dusted fingers away! In this week's topic episode of Pixel Project Radio, join your hosts Ben, Rick, and Vince as they discuss controllers and other gaming peripherals. You'll hear our favorites, some that baffle us, what our current setups are, and more!
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Grew up in the 90s? Well, let us tell you - you're not gonna want to miss this one! Join your hosts Ben and Rick as they tackle everyone's favorite spunky dragon, Spyro, in the Reignited Trilogy! Come along as we collect dragon statues, dragon eggs, orbs, gems, other MacGuffins. The adventure continues...
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“What about you, cop man? You missing someone?”
Is that what it is — this feeling?
No. It’s scarier than that. You’re pursued by a hunter. Smelling of apricots and sorrow. And the past.
In this week's episode of Pixel Project Radio, hosts Vince and Rick take on the critically acclaimed CRPG "Disco Elysium." Disco is a game that is simultaneously delving into the complexity of the human condition while boasting an irreverence that simply must be experienced. From the World's Best Communist Builder to a Sorry Cop to someone searching for what pained him so deeply in the past, the tagline of the game says it best: What Kind of Cop Are You?
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Introducing Checkpoint!, Pixel Project Radio's new segment. Checkpoints will appear on the first of each month and will serve as a shorter, more informal segment where Ben, Rick, and Vince catch up on what they've been playing, watching, listening to, and so much more. Additionally, they will announce the following month's games to be covered - so stay tuned if you want to have a heads up or play along!
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If I could just beat this one...final...BOSS! ARGH!!!
Join The Boys this week as they talk about all things difficulty-related in video games! You'll hear some of their favorite tough games, difficulty tropes that they enjoy/are tired of, a listener comment, and a huge rant about playing Pokemon as a ten year old. What more could you want? The games we mention are tough, but listening to this whole episode is an absolute breeze.
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"You've met with a terrible fate, haven't you?"
In this week's episode of Pixel Project Radio, Rick and Ben tackle a fan favorite of the Zelda series - and indeed both hosts' favorite in the franchise - Majora's Mask. Set on an incredibly tight schedule and making use of its predecessor's engine and models, Majora's Mask seemed doomed to fail from the start. Nevertheless, it defied the odds and produced one of the most depressingly charming games of the series. Which is the best dungeon? What's the best mask? Which is the best song in the game? Join us and find out!
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"Evil Is Evil. Lesser, Greater, Middling, Makes No Difference. The Degree Is Arbitrary, The Definitions Blurred. If I'm To Choose Between One Evil And Another, I'd Rather Not Choose At All."
In episode 2, join Rick Firestone and Vince Buzzelli as they dive into CD Projekt Red's magnum opus - The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Widely considered one of the greatest WRPGs of its time - and possibly ever - it tells the story of Geralt of Rivia, the White Wolf. But is it really his story? Join the Boys to find out!
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Welcome to the inaugural episode of Pixel Project Radio! In this episode, the Boys - Rick Firestone, Vince Buzzelli, and Ben Bugaile - dive into the ins and outs of gaming on a console versus gaming on a PC. They give a brief overview of the respective histories, go into pros and cons, and discuss their own personal histories.
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