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Pixelated Playgrounds

Pixelated Playgrounds
Tears Of the Kingdom
The Last Of Us Part 2
Idle Games
Dave the Diver
Baldur's Gate 3
Universal Paperclips
Space Plan
Helldivers 2
Baldur's Gate 2
NORP Apolog
Jusant
Tunic
Chants Of Sennaar
Incremental Games
Mosa Lina
Dungeons and Dragons
Game Design
Larian Studios
The Witness
The Looker

Taking one game per month (old, new and everything in between) and talking though an in-depth examination of narrative, mechanics, theme, and the interplay between the three.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes155Founded7 years ago
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Video GamesLeisure

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Latest Episodes

In this episode of Pixelated Playgrounds, Bryan and Josh dive into Cipher Zero, the minimalist logic puzzler developed by Boston-based indie studio Zapdot and released in July 2025. Beginning life as a Ludum Dare entrant, Cipher Zero has evolved into... more

In this episode of Pixelated Playgrounds, Bryan and Josh dive into the cozy corner of gaming with two titles redefining what it means to “play” in the background: Rusty’s Retirement, the low-screen-real-estate Stardew that keeps your crops thriving w... more

In this episode of Pixelated Playgrounds Bryan and Josh explore Metal Garden, a short but atmospheric indie FPS from solo Croatian developer Alexandra Herout aka Tinerasoft. Set in a crumbling megastructure reclaimed by nature, the game blends old-sc... more

In this episode of Pixelated Playgrounds, Bryan and Josh plunge into the pachinko-powered chaos of Peglin and Ballionaire: Two roguelikes that reimagine physics-based randomness as strategic gameplay. From Peglin’s fantasy-infused, Slay-the-Spire-mee... more

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Bryan Scurshia
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Josh Galecki
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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 306 ratings
  • Thorough Content, Fun Hosts

    Excellent Heroes of Might and Magic 3 review from best friends who played this for decades. Lots of fun insight for fans, accessible for people who never played. I’m checking out more of your episodes. Keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HoM3 Fanatic
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Discussions!

    I am really enjoying all the viewpoints of the hosts of this podcast! Highly recommend this podcast for any video game lover!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ClassicMWK
    United States2 years ago
  • Great pod!

    Very conversational! Love the creativity with the three word reviews!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Cheevo Addict
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Im loving this! Keep up the good work! Especially Hollow Knight (over 200 hours thanks to you, Speedran the game in 50 min,…). Oh also please do Silksong when it finally releases…

    That aged like strawberries left unremembered over summer break…

    I wrote dis like years ago and now theres the first official delay. Hope the game will be great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Okay er hat iq
    Germany2 years ago
  • 👍👍👍👍👍

    I know a lot of gaming podcasts and I think this is one of the best gaming podcasts I have ever

    heard from(I‘m from germany, sorry for bad grammar)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hghguhghguhghguhguhghgihg
    Germany2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Excellent reviews and engaging discussions make this a must-listen for gaming fans.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful critiques on narrative and mechanics across various genres.
The podcast has been praised for its accessibility to both hardcore and casual gamers.
Hosts bring a fun and friendly vibe, making deep dives into game themes enjoyable.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#45
Australia/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#21
Sweden/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#92
Switzerland/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#128
Sweden/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#167
Russia/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#189
Brazil/Leisure/Video Games

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Focused on a wide range of video games, this podcast offers an in-depth examination of both classic and contemporary titles. Each episode dives into a specific game, analyzing its narrative, mechanics, and thematic elements, while exploring the intricate connections between these aspects. The hosts engage listeners with thoughtful discussions that reflect their personal gaming experiences, tackling everything from indie gems to mainstream hits, and highlighting unique game design features and player interactions. With a blend of humor and critical analysis, this show is particularly appealing to gaming enthusiasts seeking deeper insights into their favorite pastimes.

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Pixelated Playgrounds launched 7 years ago and published 155 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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