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A weekly podcast focusing on highlighting the games we love, and what we love about them.
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Welcome to The Gaming Persona, a unique podcast that traverses the exciting crossroads of gaming and mental health. With your host, Dr. Gameology, peel back the layers of the gaming world to discover its profound impact on our cognitive and emotional health. You'll understand how video games, far from being mere entertainment, can act as powerful tools for personal growth, stress relief, and mental resilience. Join fellow gamers and enthusiasts in thought-provoking discussions, unraveling th ...
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels. It's just Randall & Kevin this week, as John has been super swamped lately — but we've got more than enough video gaming goodies to dive into, so let's get into the action! Kevin kicks things off with a spotlight on Hauntii, a truly gorgeous indie game that recently released after a long & difficult development proc…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels, and welcome back to another edition of 'Save it for the 'cast!' Kevin gets things started off this week with the announcement of the theme for the 3rd annual Pursuing Pixels James Jam Game Gam — which officially kicked off today!?! He also rattles off a few games that he recently scooped up on Nintendo Switch — incl…
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The Fallout Series: From Pixels to TV Screens
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How do video game adaptations shape our identities and serve as modern-day myths? Join Dr. Gameology and Jenny LeBron on the Gaming Persona Podcast as we unravel the impact of gaming on who we become. This episode kicks off with updates from our recent gaming escapades. Jenny dives deep into her thrilling adventures with "Legends of Runeterra" and …
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels. First things first, apologies for the little bit of extra background noise this week — it's nothing terrible, but we always like to give a quick heads up when there's any audio issues. That said, we've got the whole crew in the house once again and, as per usual, all sorts of video game goodness to discuss... John g…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels, and welcome back to another edition of 'Save it for the 'cast!' Kevin kicks things off with another duo of games from Panda Indie Studio — Feeble Light & Z-Warp — that have made it incredibly difficult to put down his Nintendo Switch, as of late! He also gives a quick shoutout to Cybarian: The Time Travelling Warrio…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels. We're jam-packed with video game goodies to discuss this week, so let's get right into the action... John gets the ball rolling with a quick shoutout to Stardew Valley, which somehow continues to receive one massive update after another! Kevin picks up the ball from there, and gives some love to a couple of 3D platf…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels, and welcome back to another edition of 'Save it for the 'cast!' Kevin gets things started off with a few of the games that he's been playing (and trying to stream) lately — including the stunning demo for Europa, a couple of awesome indie puzzlers, and a quick shoutout to the prolific Panda Indie Studio. John and Ra…
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Powering Through Life's Quests with Lessons from the Gaming Universe
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Life's a game, and we're all players—sometimes leveling up, sometimes facing the final boss in the form of daily challenges. That's the essence we're exploring today, as I recount the rollercoaster of moving into a new home, creating a sanctuary for my gaming passion, and grappling with the bittersweet symphony of Final Fantasy VII's legacy and its…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels. We've got the whole crew back in the house once again, and a whole bunch of various video game series to discuss this week, so let's get right into it... John kicks things off with a bit of a Dark Souls discussion, after primarily spending a bunch of time replaying Dark Souls II on his trusty Steam Deck — and in tur…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels, and welcome back to another edition of 'Save it for the 'cast!' Kevin gets the ball rolling this week with a brief update on all things PP, as we quickly approach the five year anniversary of the podcast — and gear up for our third annual PPJJGG game jam! After that, he quickly digs into a couple of games that he's …
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels. It's our first duo episode in a little while, as we've only got Kevin & Randall in the house this week — but we've still got plenty of video gaming goodies to dive into, so let's get things rolling! Randall gets things started up with a quick update on Diablo IV, as he and his wife have been getting back into the co…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels, and welcome back to another edition of 'Save it for the 'cast!' Kevin has been going HAM, snagging virtually every game that goes on sale on his Nintendo Switch wishlist these days — including a trio of fantastic 2D platformers, and a buttery smooth 3D platforming adventure! John & Randall jump into the conversation…
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Ever wondered how the virtual worlds we immerse ourselves in can shape our minds and behaviors? Join us this as week while we navigate the labyrinthine connections between psychology and gaming. We're returning from a hiatus with renewed vigor, and despite a few production snags, we're here to unpack the psychological intricacies that make MMOs lik…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels. We've got the full crew back in the house once again this week, and a whole slew of video gaming goodies to discuss, so let's get rolling... Kevin kicks things off with a couple of games that he's played during some of his recent livestreams — ITTA and Solar Ash — and has nothing but great things to say after his fi…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels, and welcome back to another edition of 'Save it for the 'cast!' Kevin gets the ball rolling with another batch of indie gems that he snagged for ridiculously cheap on Nintendo Switch over the last couple of weeks — and even makes time for a quick shoutout to the incredible OSTs for Mario Golf & Mario Tennis on the G…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels. This week, we've got only one game to discuss, and that game is the incredibly addictive (and recently released) Balatro! It's pretty rare for us to dedicate an entire episode to a singular video game, but Balatro's got the hooks in all three of us at this point, and something tells me at least one of us will be bri…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels, and welcome back to another edition of 'Save it for the 'cast!' Kevin kicks things off with a handful of the indie gems that he's been playing lately, particularly leaning into the retro-inspired, arcade-y goodies this week! John and Randall jump into the conversation from there, as we discuss all sorts of different…
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Final Fantasy VII: Why This Game Matters So Much
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Discover the profound legacy of Final Fantasy VII as we journey into the heart of its groundbreaking narrative and innovations that shaped the gaming industry. This week on the Gaming Persona podcast, we dissect the complex themes and emotional depth of a game that goes beyond entertainment, exploring the moral dilemmas faced by its characters and …
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels. First and foremost, apologies for the little bit of extra background noise on this week's episode, mostly courtesy of a rattling mic stand — but absolutely no apologies for the adorable cameo from John's cat, Regis. Now let's talk about some video games! Kevin kicks things off with a couple of games that he streamed…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels, and welcome back to another edition of 'Save it for the 'cast!' Kevin played through the recently released demo for Princess Peach: Showtime right before sitting down to record the intro to this week's episode and gives some quick impressions! He also ripped through the demo for Pepper Grinder, one of his most antic…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels. We've got the whole crew back once again for a short & sweet episode, jam-packed with video gaming goodies... Kevin gets the ball rolling this week with a trio of indie gems that he's snagged recently on Nintendo Switch for super duper cheap — including Aggelos, ITTA, and Jetboard Joust. After that, John dives into …
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels, and welcome back to another edition of 'Save it for the 'cast!' Kevin gets things started this week by ratting off a handful of the games he's been dipping his toes into over the last week or two — including a recent session with the latest Madden release, a couple of arcade-y precision platformers, a super vibey & …
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels. The whole trio is in the house once again and we've been playing ALL sorts of video games, so let's get things rolling... Kevin kicks things off this week with his first impressions of WarioWare: Move It! on Nintendo Switch after ripping through the first half of the campaign. After that, John rattles off a handful …
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels, and welcome back to another edition of 'Save it for the 'cast!' Kevin gets the ball rolling this week with a quick shoutout to a couple of standout indie games — ProtoCorgi & TEN — from one of his recent livestreams. After that, Randal & John jump into the conversation, and we talk about all sorts of video game good…
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168: Disappearing Immediately Upon My Touch
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels. We've got the whole crew in the house this week for our first recording session of the new year — and the first proper numbered episode recorded with Kevin in his new apartment! Kevin gets things started off with some first impressions on Lil Gator Game after ripping through the opening hour or so, and immediately f…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels, and welcome back to another edition of 'Save it for the 'cast!' Kevin gets the ball rolling this week (quite literally) with a few of the games that he's been firing up on Xbox Game Pass lately — including Go Mecha Ball, Rollerdrome, and Sea of Stars — and how he desperately needs to upgrade to a Series X console! J…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels. We've got the full trio back in the house once again, and a whole bunch of video game goodies to dive into, so let's get right into it... Kevin gets the ball rolling (quite literally) this week, as he gives a quick shoutout to a couple of wizard-themed indie arcade gems, The Pinball Wizard & Wizorb. After that, John…
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What is Final Fantasy? (Part 1): Entering Realms and Heroic Journeys
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This week, we're uncovering the layers of Final Fantasy, the iconic gaming series, revealing not just its influence on the industry but also its psychological tapestry that weaves into the fabric of our daily lives. Navigating the rich history of Japanese RPGs, we stroll down memory lane with Dragon Quest and Final Fantasy, reminiscing about their …
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels, and welcome back to another edition of 'Save it for the 'cast!' Kevin's getting settled into his new apartment over the past few weeks, and gets things started off with a quick shoutout for a couple of awesome puzzle games that he recently snagged for cheap on Nintendo Switch — Aloof & Toodee and Topdee. John and Ra…
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Cherishing our Virtual Companions: The Emotional Bond with In-Game Pets
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The loss of a pet can pierce the heart with a sorrow as deep and raw as any we experience in our lives. Today, we dedicate our heartfelt episode to Gene's cat, Illyria, and embark on an emotional exploration of the profound connections we forge with our video game pets. We open up about our own experiences of pet loss, sharing those vulnerable mome…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels. This week, it's Kevin & John in the house once again, as we burn through the last of our stockpiled episodes from the end of last year. We kick things off with a little online multiplayer chit chat, after playing some Fall Guys with our bandmates recently. John picks up the reigns from there, and digs into some thou…
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Epic 2023 Gaming Memories and the Road Ahead
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This episode is a heartfelt journey through personal updates and gaming triumphs, as we review our "gaming persona" for a candid review of 2023. We're thanking listeners and Patreon supporters like you for your incredible support, and we're thrilled to reinvest that back into the podcast, bringing you richer and more engaging content. It's been a y…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels, and welcome back to another edition of 'Save it for the 'cast!' Kevin kicks things off this week (and year) by finally getting around to firing up Thomas Was Alone, and gives some early impressions after ripping through the first few chapters. He also gives a quick shoutout to Boomerang X, after recently snagging it…
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Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Trailer Reaction: Metaphysics and Pursuing the Right Timeline
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Ever grappled with your conscience during a game? This episode sees Gene and Doc recounting our latest gaming escapades, from the moral crossroads of "Abomination" to the celebrated "Baldur's Gate 3." Discover how board games can make you question your values and witness the transformation of a video game from its humble beginnings to a Game of the…
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Me or the PS5: Gaming, Relationships, and the Quest for Harmony
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When the world of gaming collides with the delicate dance of relationships, where do you stand? That's the question Jenny Lebron and Dr. Gameology tackle as we dissect the "Me or the PS5" trend sweeping through TikTok in 2023. This episode isn't just about the memes; it's an eye-opener on how gaming fits into our lives and relationships. We'll shar…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels...and welcome to our fourth annual, end-of-the-year wrap-up episode!?! [Click here for last year's episode!] To close out 2023, we're highlighting a BUNCH of our favorite games that came up on the podcast over the course of the year — consider it our version of the GOTYs. And we're closing things out by looking forwa…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels, and welcome back to another edition of 'Save it for the 'cast!' Kevin gets the ball rolling this week with a handful of indie gaming goodies that he's been diving into as of late, after dusting off the ol' Xbox One to see what's been added to Game Pass recently, and also snagging a few games for super duper cheap on…
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Unveiling the Impact of Call of Duty and Video Game Violence on Society
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Is violence in video games, especially Call of Duty, instigating aggression in real life? Your hosts Dr. Gameology, Jenny Lebron, and Gene Wong unwrap this age-old debate in an absolutely thrilling episode of The Gaming Persona podcast. We'll be sharing our personal encounters with not just Call of Duty, but also our gaming adventures with Alan Wak…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels. We've got another duo episode this week, and a whole bunch of video game goodies to dive into, so let's get things rolling... Kevin kicks things off with a bit of an update on his time with Super Mario Bros. Wonder, after seeing the credits roll a couple weeks back. From there, John and Kevin discuss their early imp…
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Exploring the Power of Three in the Gaming Universe: 3rd Anniversary Celebration
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The magic number is three, as we explore the significance of threes in the gaming universe! Join us, your hosts Dr. Gameology, Jenny Lebron, and Gene Wong, as we mark our triumphant third anniversary with a vibrant discussion about our gaming journeys, the power of the number three in video games, and our top picks for the third installments in pop…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels, and welcome back to another edition of 'Save it for the 'cast!' This week, Kevin gets things started off with a little love for some of our indie dev pals we've made over the years — and we'll get to even more in the second half of the episode, as well! He also digs into some quick thoughts on Mario Kart 8, now that…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels. This week, it's Randall and Kevin holding down the fort, as we dig a little deeper into some of the games we've discussed on recent episodes... Randall gets things started with some more Resident Evil 4: Remake talk, after getting the chance to spend some quality time with The Mercenaries DLC mode. After that, we sp…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels, and welcome back to another edition of 'Save it for the 'cast!' Kevin gets things started off with some thoughts on the most recent addition to his collection of physical Nintendo Switch games, Ninja JaJaMaru: The Great Yokai Battle. The rest of the crew joins in on the conversation after that, as we continue to dis…
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Exploring the Modern Gaming Landscape: AI, eSports, and Mental Health
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Are you ready to venture into the hero's journey of the modern gamer? This week, Dr. Gameology is joined by both cohosts, Jenny Lebron and Gene Wong, as they navigate through the exhilarating world of gaming. We tackle the fascinating role of AI in creating immersive gaming experiences and the concept of decision fatigue in gaming. Not forgetting a…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels. We've got the usual trio in the house once again this week, and we've all been playing some stuff on Nintendo Switch... First, John's been continuing to dig through his backlog of indie games and shares his feelings on Paratopic — along with some additional thoughts on various low rez horror games and walking simula…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels, and welcome back to another edition of 'Save it for the 'cast!' Kevin gets things started off this week with a couple of Japanese import titles that were recently added to the selection of NES games available via Nintendo Switch Online — Devil World and The Mysterious Murasame Castle. He also gives a quick shoutout …
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Reviving Classic Games for the Modern Generation (featuring Robin Lavallée)
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Picture this: you're playing a classic video game on your new console, the familiar worlds and characters rendered in stunning modern graphics, the original gameplay intact. But how do these old games come to life in our modern systems? Robin Lavallée, CEO of Implicit Conversions, takes us behind the scenes of game preservation and porting in this …
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels. We've got the whole crew in the house again this week, and we've got all sorts of gaming goodies to chat about, so let's get going... After we get a little bit of our excitement for the upcoming release of Super Mario Bros. Wonder out of the way, Randall gets things started with a brief wrap-up on the rest of his ti…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels, and welcome back to another edition of 'Save it for the 'cast!' Kevin gets things started off this week with some thoughts on the indie classic, Monaco: Whats Yours Is Mine, which he's been playing quite a bit of lately. John & Randall jump into the conversation after that, as we dig into all sorts of video gaming g…
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Welcome back to Pursuing Pixels. We've got the whole crew back in the house once again and plenty of video gaming goodies to dive into, so let's get things rolling... Randall gets things started off with an update on his time with the Resident Evil 4 Remake, as he plunges into the recently re-released Separate Ways DLC. John takes over from there a…
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