Pixelated, Eh?

It’s time to stop grinding for corporate XP and start chasing that true sense of accomplishment that only comes from hitting "Achievement Unlocked" on the things you actually love.

This week on Pixelated, Eh? , we dive into AI—how it’s reshaping daily life, transforming jobs in animation and gaming, and the ethical questions it raises along the way.

In this episode, we dive into the idea that no amount of eye-catching character design or on-trend aesthetics can make up for a weak story. We explore how games that rely too heavily on visual appeal or social messaging — without a solid narrative core — often fall short. The best titles are those where compelling storytelling, thoughtful worldbuilding, and great design come together. If you'r...

This episode, we're cracking open the quest log of work relocation: what to pay attention to, from crunching the numbers to why WFH feels like 'god mode' - and why studios still don't get it.

[Game Ending Spoilers] Join us as we relive the games that melted our hearts, warped our brains, and possibly rewired our personalities. We’re talking during school gaming sessions, emotional plot twists, and the exact moment we realized, “Oh no… this game is changing me.”

evel up your charisma stat — one meeting at a time. Tired of questing through chaotic stand-ups, vague feedback loops, and the dreaded “let’s circle back”?

In this episode, we dive into the chaos of panic mode during production and share our firsthand experiences. We also explore exit strategies and discuss how to navigate the tough industry climate, with studios closing and job opportunities dwindling.

A discussion about getting the right type of Approval in the workplace.

In our first quest, we dive into the grind of starting in the Animation and Gaming Industry. We share our own XP, battle through personal stories, and, of course, min-max the truth just a little.