• The Gaming Industry Is on the Brink of Collapse
    Feb 22 2025

    This week, we’re tackling some of the biggest stories in gaming—from Marvel Rivals' surprise layoffs to the ongoing debate about GTA 6’s potential $100 price tag. Plus, we dive into our experiences with Delta Force’s brutal matchmaking, Avowed’s gameplay depth, and whether sports games should become live service titles instead of annual releases.

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    58 mins
  • Avowed First Impressions + DICE Awards Breakdown
    Feb 18 2025

    In this episode of the Pixelated Realms Games Cast, hosts Tyler Salerno and Dustin discuss their weekend activities, delve into gaming statistics regarding player behavior, and share their experiences with the highly anticipated game 'Avowed'. They explore the expectations for game length in RPGs, the recent Elden Ring expansion, and the pros and cons of mobile gaming devices like the PS Portal and Steam Deck. The conversation wraps up with a discussion on favorite mobile games and highlights from the DICE Awards, where 'Astrobots' took home multiple accolades, including Game of the Year.

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    51 mins
  • GTA 6 is going to make everything more expensive
    Feb 12 2025

    In this episode of Pixelated Realms, we dive into Rockstar’s controversial plans for GTA 6’s potential $100 price tag and what that means for the future of game pricing. Plus, we break down PlayStation’s unexpected network outage and how it exposed some frustrating DRM issues. We also talk about our latest gaming obsessions like Delta Force, Warhammer: Dawn of War 2, and Silent Hill 2 (spoiler: Alex is NOT a fan).

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    57 mins
  • Gamescast Ep. 64 - We love you battlefield, but this might be goodbye
    Feb 4 2025

    The gaming industry is shifting fast, and in this episode, we’re diving into some of the biggest stories: Battlefield’s future is in jeopardy, Bioware’s massive layoffs, and our thoughts on the Nintendo Switch 2. Plus, we break down the latest games we’ve been playing, including Delta Force, Dynasty Warriors Origins, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, and Outer Wilds.

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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • Live Service Games are Dead and Season Passes Really Suck
    Jan 29 2025

    Don’t miss out on the latest gaming discussions and debates—new episodes drop every Tuesday!

    We’re back with a MASSIVE episode, covering everything from the downfall of live service games to Nintendo Switch 2 hype and whether it’s worth the upgrade! Alex and Dustin dive deep into the gaming industry’s biggest trends, debate Call of Duty’s monetization, and break down why Marvel Rivals succeeded where Concord failed.

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    1 hr and 39 mins
  • New Console Finally Revealed as Nintendo Switch 2
    Jan 21 2025

    In this jam-packed episode, Ralph (https://www.twitch.tv/ralphryders) joins Alex to cover the biggest gaming topics making waves right now! From Delta Force’s incredible modes to the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2, there’s a lot to unpack. Plus, we dive deep into Call of Duty’s ongoing issues and the roadmap to regaining player trust.

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    59 mins
  • Top 10 Most Anticipated Games of 2025
    Jan 14 2025

    We’re diving headfirst into the new year with our most anticipated games of 2025! From the groundbreaking GTA 6 to the return of fan-favorites like Fable and Borderlands 4, this episode is packed with hype, predictions, and hot takes.

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    58 mins
  • Call of Duty's Anti-Cheat Is Failing Gamers
    Jan 7 2025

    We’re kicking off the new year by diving into the games we binged over the holiday break! From Star Wars Outlaws to Metaphor ReFantazio, Delta Force, and Silent Hill 2, we share our reviews, triumphs, and frustrations. Plus, Alex goes deep on why anti-cheat systems like Ricochet struggle to tackle Call of Duty's cheater problem and how it stacks up against Apex and Fortnite.

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    1 hr and 7 mins