This week, the Pixels (with new co-host Madison Berge!) discuss the embarrassing current state of the console war, their hopes for its resolution, and the frustrating launch of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet!

"The Secret of Pokémon's Success" by Mother's Basement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zadf8SBlic

Our Pixels this week:
Host: Colin Buchanan (he/they) https://noisypixel.net/author/colin-buchanan/ @thearcaneranger
Co-Host: Madison Berge (they/them) https://noisypixel.net/author/madison/ @Mads_In_Zero
Guest (Part 1 & 2): Semy Rahman (he/him) https://noisypixel.net/author/semy/ @semysin
Guest (Part 2): Wade Hilton (he/him) @CrepusculusXIV

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