The Pixel Hearts

Content Warning: Discussion of Online Grooming from 22:00 until episode end  On these week's episode of The Pixel Hearts we're talking First Contact... and we don't mean the Star Trek: The Next Generation film. No, we're discussing the ins and outs of connecting with that one player who keeps showing up on your online gaming sessions, and who you think you may get along with. Listen on to learn w...

On this week's episode of The Pixel Hearts we're taking a page from Taylor's book and talking about Bad Blood - answering the important question of what to do if you just can't stand your friend's special someone. Listen on to hear us dissect the different forms of disgust that this may manifest as, to hear who has been on the recieving end of the unwarranted hate, and which Pixel Heart has gone s...

On this week's episode of The Pixel Hearts we're discussing bad decisions and backsliding, as we answer one of the oldest questions known to humanity: should I send that "u up?" text to my ex? Listen on to hear both the short, and the long answer, including discussion of Cameron's custom sex emoji, the revelation of which Pixel Heart has been the one to go back in the past, and musings on what the...

On this week's episode of The Pixel Hearts , we're starting streaming... or at least talking about getting started streaming. We're answering a listener's question about streaming alongside a partner, looking at all the problems and pitfalls that you may encounter when embarking on a new hobby with that special someone. Listen on to find out which member of The Pixel Hearts already has some stream...

On this week's episode of The Pixel Hearts we're taking a page from the book of Britney and talking all about being Toxic. More specifically, we're answering a delightful question about what constitutes a toxic relationship system in games. Tune in to hear which Pixel Heart's sibling creates digital Black Widows in The Sims, as well as a lively debate over whether Cerberus from Mass Effect even ha...

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 p...

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 rel...

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 relatio...

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, t...

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...

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...

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...

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 a...

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...

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...

This week on the Pixel Hearts, we're going back to 2010 and discussing the ins and outs of "Facebook Stalking". We're looking at the different ways we conduct ourselves on different social media platforms - what's acceptable where, and what gives bad vibes no matter whether it's on LinkedIn, Instagram or Twitter. Fae talks about the importance of social media intertwining with work, Cameron highli...

This week on The Pixel Hearts we're getting a bit hot under the collar. Forget insightful discussion of nuanced relationship topics, this is the episode where we let our hair down and have some fun talking about the most important question of our times... is it gay to find a character in a video game hot? Listen on to hear Teja aks probing questions into Cameron's marriage, Fae's thoughts on how a...

We're back and better than ever! Fresh from the chaos of classes and the hectic time that the seasonal holidays bring, The Pixel Hearts have reunited to bring you another episode of the best gaming advice podcast this side of the Mushroom Kingdom. This week, we're talking about how to show support to a friend that's going through it. Cameron's here to talk about the importance of just being there,...

Like Perfect Dark is to GoldenEye, we're back this week with a spiritual sequel to last week's episode. We're tackling more about polyamory, open relationships, and how to expand your relationship beyond the bounds of monogamy. Listen on to find out the importance of balancing expectations, being upfront about what it is you want, and the secret lore as to why Cameron loves Germany. All this and m...

This week on the show, we have a very direct question for one of the Pixel Hearts; one inquiring listener is interested in how to join Fae's polycule. Listen in as we broaden out the question and discuss the different ways one may dip their toes into polyamory, whether starting a new relationship or joining in on an existing one. If you've ever had questions you're too afraid to ask, then this is...

Content Warning: Discussion of slurs and offensive language This week on the podcast, we're finishing our two parter tackling "heated gamer moments". This time, we shift the focus to sledging - talking about our own experiences with getting competitive in games, analyzing how we rub it in without going beyond the pale. We're talking our favorite insults, why some don't quite land, and why some jus...

Content Warning: Discussion of slurs and offensive language This week on the podcast, we're starting the first half of a two part episode and tackling "heated gamer moments". A slightly more serious episode, Mahli-Ann tackles the power of language and discourse, Cameron talks about the surprising slur he's been hearing make a comeback, and Teja tells us about the slurs against his heritage which h...

This week on The Pixel Hearts, we're talking about character creation - more specifically, whether or not making your character look like your partner is weird. Listen on to find out why Teja's character creation methods cause a split in the group, the trouble that playing in a polycule can cause for rolling a new character, Cameron's surprising Skyrim mod history and which Pixel Heart has previou...

We're back and better than ever! After a refreshing holiday we have returned with a whole new batch of episodes featuring the same content and voices you love. And what better way to celebrate the New Year than to look back at the year that was! Listen to us discuss our favourite games we played in 2022, from a board game boom to some gems from years gone by, we're here to provide some fun recomme...

This week on The Pixel Hearts, we're giving you a bumper episode with more questions than there are Call of Duty games. That's right, we're going back to where the Pixel Hearts started and bringing you our latest panel from PAX AUS 2022. We tackle plenty of questions both lighthearted and serious such as: How do I get a cute cosplay girlfriend? Should I be jealous of my partner's D&D romance?...