One this week's episode of The Pixel Hearts we're diving deep into the complicated world of digital dating as we hope to tackle the most important question: how hard should I go in a first game with my girlfriend? Is pulling your punches patronizing, or is it better to soften those skills? We discuss the variety of ways to tackle the issue - from focusing on co-op experiences, the intricacies of phrasing and the importance of our favorite piece of advice... talking it through with the relevant parties. All that, and we manage to stick in some solidarity with SAG and answer the secret question we know is really on your minds... does faking it count as crossing the picket line? All this and more on another star studded episode of The Pixel Hearts.

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On this week's episode of The Pixel Hearts we're getting clinical and talking video game addiction. More specifically, we're looking at how to balance those games you just can't put down alongside spending time with the partner you just can't bear to be without. We discuss how spending a big chunk of time in games isn't inherently bad, and provide some tips on how to make sure everybody in the relationship can feel appreciated, even if one of you is more focused on defeating Dehydrated Ganondorf than they are catching up with your parents. All this and we manage to break Cameron yet again with the secret origin of Korok Seeds - it's not as wholesome as you might think. It's good to be back.

(Apologies for any slight drop in audio quality - some files were peaked slightly and others a bit quite so levelling them out may be slightly borked... but we'll be back good as new next week.

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On this episode of The Pixel Hearts we're diving back in time and looking at the other side of one of our earlier questions. We've discussed Red Flags in Relationships before, but this time we're all about Green Flags. Listen on to learn more about the importance of shared interests, shared friends, unprompted acts of kindness, and dozens of other little things that have let us know when a relationship is really going well. Learn how Mahli-Ann and Cameron found out that their respective husbands may be the one for them, and stick around to the end to hear the crew talk about the green flags they see in each other. That's right... we may be the "Eat A Dick For Breakfast" podcast... but we can also be surprisingly wholesome when we want to be.

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CW: Light discussion of abusive and toxic relationships 5:05-6:20

On this episode of The Pixel Hearts we take a page from Bennett Foddy's book and are focused on Getting Over It - only the "it" in question is not a giant cliff of stuff, but a breakup. We're diving deep into the methods and strategies that you can use to deal with a bad breakup. Topics include the importance of letting anger out, the surprising role that scent can play in affecting your mood, and of course... innuendo that would make Cameron blush. As noted above, this episode does cover some heavy topics so listener discretion is advised.

(Also, the editor sincerely apologies for the delay with this episode - and the slight drop in audio quality. He is doing his daily self flagellation in a decidedly un-sexy way as penance.)

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On this episode of The Pixel Hearts we're going analog and discussing board games. More specifically, we're looking at what you need to do to prepare for a big board game night with the in-laws. First impressions are always challenging, and that's doubly true if your partner's father is accusing you of secretly being Hitler! Don't worry though, with our advice on hand, you'll be more than equipped to handle any accusations - in game or out. We cover the research you should do in advance, the games you should and shouldn't play... even the best kind of snacks. With us on your side, you'll be ready to handle even the most ferocious board game family (which may well be the family of this show's editor)

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This week on The Pixel Hearts we welcome back the esteemed Dr Butt to talk about the red flags big and small that may have you running for the hills. From being rude at restaurants, to the game that will make Fae question their relationship with you, we cover it all. And not just the red flags that partners may have - we bear our souls and tell you what our own personal red flags may be, including some shared ones we all can't help but suffer from (even the editor writing these notes). All this and more on another episode of the best dating podcast show produced by a team of romantic gamers.

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This week on The Pixel Hearts, we're celebrating 25 episodes by diving back into the question bucket to answer one of our most interesting questions yet: How do I start a Friends with Benefits relationship with someone I want to? We tackle it all, from the importance of phrasing your question with context, to the potentially blurred lines between FWBs and something more. The lines between love and lust can sometimes get quite thin, but no worries - we're here to help you untangle it all. And, Teja manages to squeeze in some more Tears of the Kinkdom jokes. All that and more on an episode of the greatest podcast in gaming dating advice history. Next week: the triumphant return of everybody's favorite Dr Butt!

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On this week's episode of The Pixel Hearts, we're trying to let you down easy. That's right... we're talking about the age old problem of one-way wooing, unreciprocated romance, lopsided love... whatever you want to call it, we're answering the question of how to keep a friendship when that friend wants more. Listen on to hear Fae highlight the helpful perspective polyamory can have here, Teja's advice on how to break the bad news as easily as possible, and Cameron's discussion of setting clear boundaries - while he deftly avoids oversharing himself. All this and more as we continue our march to Episode 25 next week (please note that we did not realise it was Episode 25 and so there will be no celebration).

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After expelling all the kinky content out of our system with last week's Tears of the Kinkdom special (have y'all been playing that Zelda btw?) we return with some of our quality gaming advice. This week... we're talking about splitting up in love, and splitting the party in D&D as we tackle the question of what to do when you're stuck in a party with your insufferable ex.Join us for lengthy analysis of the best way to kill them off, why a breakup may be the one good reason to split the party for a few sessions, and some real talk about the difficulties that come with messy breakups and how they affect friend groups big and small. This episode may not be as off the rails as last week, but that doesn't mean it's not a lot of fun.

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All aboard the hype train! The Pixel Hearts are selling out and diving into another special episode discussing the hottest relationships in gaming. This time, we're focusing on everybody's favorite possible polycule - the Triforce Triad. Listen to the slow unraveling of Cameron as he outlines the history of these charming characters, all while Fae and Teja do their best to highlight every possible kink that makes an appearance in this prestigious series. But most of all, stay for our discussion of what we think is the real endgame ship - Big Daddy Ganondorf and Sexy Swim Prince Sidon. All that and more on another episode which may earn our "most unhinged" award... but in the best possible way.

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