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Pixel x Pixel Episode 97

A new episode of Pixel x Pixel is here, and not a minute too soon! We recorded before the excitement of TGS kicked off and during the unfortunate heat dome that had Marcus and other Californians watching their electricity use, but that doesn’t mean we didn’t bring our usual cheer! Marcus talks about his new Checking the Score article on the Cult of the Lamb soundtrack, and Anne talks about the nitty gritty of freelance localization. Then, it’s time for not one, but two new movies, and some exciting otome game and shojo manga-related announcements!

Please note that this episode was recorded over a week before it was posted, so some of our discussions may be a little out of date.

15:00 – Media Minutes: Bodies, Bodies, Bodies, Silent Hill 2 Enhanced Edition, Cloverfield, DragonBall Super: Super Hero
36:00 – Notable News: Rose of Versailles movie announced, Otomate Parade 2022 announcements, GrimGrimoire OnceMore English version coming 2023, Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak PSA

♫ “Willie Lomans,” “5 minutes pleasure,” and “6 pence and moon” from Alphabet Planet by Hiroki Kikuta

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Pixel x Pixel Episode 96

Grab your favorite beverage, because it’s time for another episode of Pixel x Pixel! Marcus, aka Mr. Monster, and Anne are packing some technological power in the form of Marcus’ brand new domain and Anne’s brand new laptop! And while they haven’t been writing or gaming as of late, they did have the opportunity to watch the female powerhouse film Thelma and Louise together and share some impressions. Plus, Anne went to see Jordan Peele’s latest flick Nope in theaters, and Marcus continues on his found footage film kick. All that and more in this episode of Pixel x Pixel!

9:00 – Media Minutes: Nope, Thelma and Louise, Exhibit A, The Face on the Milk Carton
28:00 – Notable News: Armed Fantasia and Penny Blood double Kickstarter, Killer Klowns from Outer Space game announced, Hashihime of Old Book Town hardcopy announced, Genesis Mini 2 game lineup, PS5 price increase in some countries

♫ “Willie Lomans,” “5 minutes pleasure,” and “6 pence and moon” from Alphabet Planet by Hiroki Kikuta

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Pixel x Pixel Episode 95

Pixel x Pixel episode 95 starts with a tale of woe… A vigil of sorts for Anne’s dead laptop, RIP Lenovo Yoga 920, 2018-2022. (PSA: Keep water glasses far away from your laptops, folks) Luckily, not all our computer news is sad, as Marcus has been busy setting up his own home server, and he explains the whole nifty process! Plus, the pair watched the 1992 BBC mock broadcast Ghostwatcher and muse on the genre of found footage/shaky cam (no, NOT fan cam) film genre.

19:00 – Media Minutes: Prey, Ever Oasis, Ghostwatch, Lolita (1997)
50:00 – Notable News: Chronicles of Refugia coming out August 26, Alice’s Warped Wonderland: REcollection coming out August 25, more PS2 wireless controller news, Bridget in Guilty Gear Strive, Perfect Blue coming to Shudder in September

♫ “Willie Lomans,” “5 minutes pleasure,” and “6 pence and moon” from Alphabet Planet by Hiroki Kikuta

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Pixel x Pixel Episode 94

We’re back for another episode of Pixel x Pixel, but also back from an exciting Aksys Games stream celebrating all of the new otome game announcements from Anime Expo. Plus, some very big news from Anne was announced on the stream! (You can watch the full stream recording here) While Anne has been busy working on the updated Norn9: Var Commons localization, Marcus was having quite the saga procuring his desired copy of the Saya no Uta vinyl. In addition, both watched the super-adorable Heartstopper series on Netflix, and Marcus gets to bring out his “#1 PS2 Fan” shirt for some hot new PS2-related news.

21:00 – Media Minutes: Amatsutsumi, Heartstopper, Perfect Propose, Elden Ring
58:00 – Notable News: Retro Fighters wireless PS2 controller released, Amnesia Memories and Later x Crowd release date announced, Fuga: Melodies of Steel 2 announced, Tactics Ogre remaster leak*, Nier: Automata church mystery *note: this episode was recorded before Tactics Ogre Reborn was officially announced

♫ “Willie Lomans,” “5 minutes pleasure,” and “6 pence and moon” from Alphabet Planet by Hiroki Kikuta

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Pixel x Pixel Episode 93

It’s time for a spicy new episode of Pixel x Pixel, chock-full of Anime Expo game announcements! But before getting to the news, Anne shares her exciting adventures at a local Sydney anime convention and a new game site she’s been helping with. Marcus gushes about the Neon White soundtrack, the subject of his latest Checking the Score article, and both have been watching Netflix’s new home improvement TV show, How to Build a Sex Room. Plus, it’s time for some impressions of Idea Factory International’s latest otome game, Birushana: Rising Flower of Genpei!

12:00 – Media Minutes: How to Build a Sex Room, Birushana: Rising Flower of Genpei
31:00 – Notable News: Mighty Bowser LEGO, Anime Expo game announcements (Shuuen no Virche, Radiant Tale, Norn9: Var Commons and the Norn9 fan disc, Last Era, Spirit Hunter: Death Mark II, Tokyo Necro, INYOCHU: INSECTS OF INSEMINATION, GORE. SCREAMING. SHOW., Lkyt), Nintendo Japan recognizes same-sex marriages in benefits, Bayonetta 3 launches October 28

♫ “Willie Lomans,” “5 minutes pleasure,” and “6 pence and moon” from Alphabet Planet by Hiroki Kikuta

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Pixel x Pixel Episode 92

Velvet Sundown PC game screenshot with Pixel x Pixel podcast overlay

We’re back for another spectacular episode of Pixel x Pixel, and we’ve come with Fujocon 2022 impressions! Marcus and Anne share their thoughts on the panels they attended, including the Monster and the Beast author Renji’s panel. Plus, Marcus met friend of the show capsulejay for some IRL fun at Little Tokyo, and Anne went to a string quartet concert featuring Joe Hisaishi music! Plus, Anne shares a free downloadable on her Ko-fi and a TeePublic giveaway currently going on over on her Twitter. All that and a variable slurry of new game announcements!

Please note that Anne had some crackling issues with her mic during this recording. Sorry about that!

29:00 – Media Minutes: Velvet Sundown, Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak, Outbride: Beauty and the Beasts
58:00 – Notable News: Garage: Bad Dream Adventure coming to Steam July 8 (check out our special episode!), United Workers of Seven Seas voluntarily recognized by Seven Seas, Nintendo Direct mini (Personas, Nier Automata coming to Switch, Doraemon Story of Seasons: Friends of the Great Kingdom, Harvestella, Blanc, Dragon Quest Treasures, RPG Time: The Legend of Wright, Lorelai and the Laser Eyes), Shin-chan: Me and the Professor on Summer Vacation localization announced, Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival announced

♫ “Willie Lomans,” “5 minutes pleasure,” and “6 pence and moon” from Alphabet Planet by Hiroki Kikuta

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Pixel x Pixel Episode 91

Welcome to Pixel x Pixel episode 91, where you can get internet cool points for guessing the game box that the above art is from! In a thrilling turn of events, Marcus and Anne have both been working on something, and that something is the same thing – namely, content about the Birushana: Rising Flower of Genpei limited edition! Marcus has posted a Collector’s Cabinet, while Anne published an unboxing video. Plus, Anne finished her Touken Ranbu Warriors review, the pair watch a certain film with a rabbit, and both share their thoughts on all the latest summer game news!.

12:00 – Media Minutes: Perfect Gold: The Alchemy of Happiness, Who Framed Roger Rabbit?, Raw Danger
31:00 – Notable News: Final Fantasy VII anniversary stream, Resident Evil DLC and third-person mode, Dragon’s Dogma 2 announced, Persona 3, 4, and 5 ports announced, Overwatch 2 going free to play, changes at Giant Bomb, FujoCon

♫ “Willie Lomans,” “5 minutes pleasure,” and “6 pence and moon” from Alphabet Planet by Hiroki Kikuta

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