Pixels & Ink

Last week on the Pixels & Ink Podcast Brendan, Chris, Dayna, and Jordan chatted about their Summer Game Fest and Summer Showcase predictions! This week, some of our dreams came true!

The team jumps into the first Summer Game Fest showcase talking about their favourite announcements. A release date for Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Alan Wake 2, Prince of Persia, Nic Cage, and showcase-ception kept viewers on their seats, but not every game packed a punch. Stay tuned for some coverage directly from the showcase on CGMagazine and Pixels & Ink in the near future!

The Xbox Game Showcase blew Dayna away as they kicked off with the long-awaited Fable trailer. Spoiler alert: she cried. Forza Motorsport is looking slick with its new ray-tracing capabilities, and South of Midnight has Brendan very curious.

Of course, we had to chat about Final Fantasy XVI, even though it wasn't officially part of the show, too!

This week on the Pixels & Ink Podcast, Brendan, Chris, Dayna, and Jordan chat about what they can expect to see announced during the gaming showcases this summer. With plenty of showcases on the way—some sooner than others—the group talks about their hopes and dreams for the summer of gaming.

What do we think will be announced?
What do we think we won't see just yet?
What's the most anticipated game of the summer?
What's the most anticipated game announcement of the summer?
What will be the biggest let down?
AND is Summer Game Fest the new E3?

Find out what the cast thinks and more on the Pixel's & Ink podcast to kick off the summer of gaming!

This week on the Pixels & Ink Podcast Brendan, Chris, and Cody dive into the world of movies, tech and gaming. From the use of prompt-based tools to create video game backgrounds to the role of AI in creating content, we discuss the pros and cons of relying solely on technology in the creative process. We also delve into the legal complexities of copyright law in the digital age and the challenges of getting fair compensation for content creators. 

If this were not enough, the crew dives into The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom leaks and what they mean for Nintendo, and for one of the Switch's biggest titles. With streamers all over showing off the game, what could be done to clamp down on these leaks, and is it something Nintendo even should do? The cast also dives into the Magic the Gathering leak, how Wizards of the Coast managed that one, and if there is something that can be learned from that reaction.

Finally, the cast looks at Star Wars: Visions, a collection of short animated shorts set in the Star Wars universe and discusses the importance of collaboration and artistic vision in creating memorable experiences. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the future of art and technology.

Welcome to another thrilling episode of Pixels and Ink, with your team commentators, Chris, Jordan, and Brendan, at the helm! This week, the team takes on the hottest topics in the gaming world, starting with the unexpected UK government intervention that blocked the Activision Blizzard merger. They'll dissect the reasons behind the decision and ponder its implications for the gaming industry's future.

Moving on, the team pays homage to Waypoint, the beloved gaming website that sadly announced its shutdown. Chris, Jordan, and Brendan reminisce about the site's impact on the gaming community, discussing their favourite moments, articles, and the reasons behind its closure.

Lastly, the focus shifts to Brazil's burgeoning Esports scene. The hosts explore the rapid growth of Esports in the nation, highlighting top players and the unique challenges faced by the Brazilian gaming community. They'll also be joined by special guests, including Brazilian Esports experts and industry insiders, who share their insights on the future of gaming in the region.

Don't miss this action-packed episode of Pixels and Ink! Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show to stay updated with the latest gaming news and insights.

This week on the Pixels & Ink Podcast, it was all about the game movies! Brendan, Chris and Jordan dive into the world of movies, tech and gaming. This week Chris delves into the fascinating world of Jedi Survivor, providing his insightful impressions on the much-anticipated game is looking and what fans can expect. Jordan jumps headfirst into the Super Mario Bros. Movie review, sharing his thoughts on the latest adaptation of the iconic gaming franchise. 

If that were not enough, Brendan tackles the Tetris Movie, examining the challenges and triumphs of turning a classic game into a compelling cinematic experience. Finally, the entire Pixels & Ink crew comes together to discuss the potential of Sony venturing once again into handheld gaming and the spine-chilling Five Nights at Freddy's Movie, finally getting a release date. Don't miss out on this jam-packed episode filled with entertainment analysis, lively discussions, and plenty of laughs!

This week on the Pixels & Ink Podcast, it was all about the theatre! Brendan, Dayna, Chris and Jordan all found out they are a little out of touch regarding the Oscars. The team talks about the wins—big and small—and, of course, about Brendan Fraser's big comeback!

From there, the cast discussed some of the big movies releasing in 2023. Some were obviously eager for movies like The Super Mario Bros. Movie, others for Evil Dead Rise. Dayna was just happy she found out there was a Bob Ross parody starring Owen Wilson coming out soon called Paint! Wonka and Barbie are sure to bring some nostalgia to the table, and there is always a slew of new superhero films to come.

Also on the docket were the PS5 Pro rumours, which led to a chat about whether or not consoles are really ready to be releasing new models or if they should stop this mid-tier release and wait until a brand-new console is ready.

On this week's Pixels and Ink podcast, the crew sits down to discuss the latest news from Tango Gameworks. Shinji Mikami is now leaving the studio he founded, which leads to a larger discussion about game developers getting older and changing their roles in the industry. What does this mean for game development in the future, and how will it change the gaming landscape in the coming years?

From here, Brendan, Jordan, and Chris talk about the return of Destiny 2 with the new Lightfall expansion, the delay of Baldur's Gate 3 on Xbox, and more details that have emerged from the Activision-Microsoft merger story. It's a jam-packed episode, so sit back and enjoy all the talk about games, the industry, and what it means for gamers eagerly waiting to play all the new releases.

After confirmation that Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo have confirmed they won't be participating, the team wonders exactly what the once massive event will look like in 2023. With talk of Summer Game Fest and E3 competing this year, the team begins discussing who these events are really for, gamers, journalists or a combination of the two.

From there, the cast dives into everything going on with EA, from removing Apex Legends Mobile and Battlefield Mobile, as well as some unannounced projects for Apex and Titanfall. After an attempt at discussing the future of gaming, the podcast crew dissect game sequels, remakes, and how the industry is moving forward—or not.

The year is now 2023, and with 2022 over that means it's time for the Pixels & Ink Podcast crew to talk about the Game of the Year winner! The cast chat about their personal picks and their experiences with the games on the list this year, including Cult of the Lamb, Elden Ring, God of War Ragnarök and Horizon Forbidden West. After the team chats about the process—and the surprising results this year—the winner is officially announced.

Reminiscing about the year also brought up some of our comfort games, and what  "cozy game" means to each of the cast. This was before diving into the less-than-appealing review standards from Blizzard, and a bit of chat about the latest Xbox Developer Direct!

With CES 2023 now over, Brendan and Dayna join Chris and Jordan to look back at tech's biggest trade show to see what everyone is talking about and what was the coolest and most exciting new gadgets and concerts on the show floor in Las Vegas. Beyond the chaos of CES, the cast also dives into the latest news from the world of gaming, tech, movies and comics.