Informed Pixel

28/08/2022

Entry Level Games / Informed Pixel is on the lookout for new writers, editors and thumbnail designers.

All roles are voluntary, with the purpose of providing training and experience needed to move onto paid roles elsewhere.

If you've always wanted to get your foot in the door with the games industry or gaming journalism, this is the perfect place. No experience required.

04/08/2021

Hello everyone and welcome to Informed Pixel. If you're a first time reader here, then welcome. We're a geek culture site that covers gaming news, vtubers and more. Another thing we like to do is Q&As with folks all across the gaming industry, from CEOs to Voice Actors. We've also done Q&As with VTubers before too. In this Q&A, we'll be talking to three Virtual YouTubers from…...

http://informedpixel.com/vtuber-qa-with-nijisanji-ens-rosemi-lovelock-selen-tatsuki-petra-gurin-obsydia/

OBSYDIA is a fairly new VTuber Group that debuted mid 2021. They were kind enough to take the time to answer some of our questions.

07/06/2021

"My favourite video game franchise is..."

Find the rest of her answer in our exclusive interview with the lovely
Elira Pendora from Nijisanji.

http://informedpixel.com/vtuber-qa-with-nijisanji-ens-elira-pendora/

Elira Pendora is a fairly new VTuber who debuted May 2021. They were kind enough to take the time to answer some of our questions.

07/06/2021

"I would love to live in Final Fantasy XIV!"

Nijisanji's beautiful Finana Ryugu gives some curiously interesting takes!

http://informedpixel.com/vtuber-qa-with-nijisanji-ens-finana-ryugu/

Finana Ryugu is a fairly new VTuber who debuted May 2021. They were kind enough to take the time to answer some of our questions.

07/06/2021

"I want to be able to spread the name all over the world!"

See what Nijisanji's Pomu Rainpuff has to say about becoming a premiere vtuber in our exclusive Q&A!

http://informedpixel.com/vtuber-qa-with-nijisanji-ens-pomu-rainpuff/

Pomu Rainpuff is a fairly new VTuber who debuted May 2021. They were kind enough to take the time to answer some of our questions.

02/06/2021

We're happy to release our LazuLight Q&A With NIJISANJI EN's Pomu Rainpuff, Elira Pendora & Finana Ryugu

http://informedpixel.com/lazulight-qa-with-nijisanji-ens-pomu-rainpuff-elira-pendora-finana-ryugu/

LazuLight is a fairly new VTuber Group that debuted May 2021. They were kind enough to take the time to answer some of our questions.

26/01/2021

In the latest review, we look at Sense - A Cyberpunk Ghost Story. Its ability to tell an incredible story via 2.5D really helped the game standout, but it wasn't without some issues.

Read the full review of the game below and let us know your thoughts in the comments.

http://informedpixel.com/sense-a-cyberpunk-ghost-story-review/

Sense - A Cyberpunk Ghost Story is a 2.5D survival horror game with focus on atmosphere & story. Is it any good? Time to find out!

12/01/2021

A massive thank you to Richard Dolmat for sitting down with me for this Q&A.
Not only was it an absolute joy to talk with Richard, but it was fascinating learning about what Digital Sound Magic is, how it started, and where it aims to be.
http://informedpixel.com/industry-insider-qa-richard-dolmat-ceo-of-digital-sound-magic/

The video games industry is a vast and every growing industry, with near every job imaginable having a place in the industry. From the flashy stuff like artists, level designers and voice actors, to the not so flashy stuff, like journalism, coding and more. Informed Pixel are proud to start a brand....

03/01/2021

Remember our awesome Q&A with VA Chelsey Moore? Well the spoiler free month has passed, so we're pleased to release the full version of the original interview.

Be warned though, there are plenty of spoilers in this unfiltered version of the interview.
http://informedpixel.com/altdeus-beyond-chronos-qa-with-voice-actor-chelsey-moore/

The interview followed a Q&A format and touched on everything from Chelsey's voice acting history to the Altdeus: Beyond Chronos game itself.

11/12/2020

Cyberpunk didn't just break Steam on it's launch. It broke plenty of records too.
If you're someone who was hyped since the initial reveal, or someone who doesn't care, there's still no debate that Cyberpunk 2077 is one of the most anticipated games ever.
http://informedpixel.com/cyberpunk-2077s-record-breaking-launch/

Cyberpunk 2077 has finally launched, and it has broken some big records! Celebrate its' launch and check out some cybernetic stats!

09/12/2020

2020 is ending with some much needed good news. New information on Halo Infinite!
We got a look at some new armour coating information, some new multiplayer maps and a much anticipated launch window of Fall 2021.
http://informedpixel.com/halo-infinite-new-release-schedule-announced/

343 Industries has come out of the shadows to reveal Halo Infinite's launch window, and was sure to include a few extra goodies as well!

02/12/2020

In case you missed the announcement by , we've got you covered.
Aksys Games are bringing 3 more “Otome” games to the Nintendo Switch in 2021, so be sure to get clued up on what Otome games entail.
http://informedpixel.com/aksys-have-3-more-otome-games-on-the-way/

While they already have one, Aksys recently announced that they have 3 more otome games on the way, all slated for Nintendo Switch in 2021.

30/11/2020

Seeing as it was Thanksgiving last week, this roundup is a little smaller than usual, but always worth a read!
It contains all the awesome news from last week, so sit back and eat some yummy leftovers as we catch up on the Weekly News Roundup!
http://informedpixel.com/weekly-news-roundup-week-of-november-23rd/

Another week, another roundup; but with extra thankfulness! Check out an amazing interview, exciting news and trailers for upcoming games!

23/11/2020

In case you missed the wealth of video game news and information last week, we have you covered.
All of last weeks articles from Informed Pixel are easy to find in the Weekly News Roundup.
You might have missed something, so be sure to check it out.
http://informedpixel.com/weekly-news-roundup-week-of-november-16th/

We have a ton of upcoming games to get excited about in this installment of the Weekly News Roundup, so let's check out the news!

22/11/2020

Moenovel and PULLTOP_GAME recently released pre-orders for their visual novel, Lovekami -Divinity Stage- for the Nintendo Switch.
The narrative follows the lives of Goddesses who have to descended to Earth. Their goal? To become the Top Idol.
http://informedpixel.com/lovekami-divinity-stage-coming-to-nintendo-switch/

MoeNovel and PULLTOP recently released pre-orders for their visual novel, Lovekami -Divinity Stage- for the Nintendo Switch.

21/11/2020

'After it’s success in the Japanese market, the charismatic adventure game Noel The Mortal Fate, developed by Kanawo and Vaka Game Magazine will now be getting a retranslated release in English and Simplified Chinese.'
http://informedpixel.com/noel-the-mortal-fate-s1-7-to-release-in-english-and-simplified-chinese/

Noel The Mortal Fate Season 1-7, developed by Kanawo and Vaka Game Magazine will now be getting a retranslated release in English and Simplified Chinese.

19/11/2020

It's time again Persona and Another Eden fans, for a new crossover event! In the last crossover event, we got Morgana and Joker from Persona 5 Royal.
Now in 2020, they are continuing the awesome crossovers, and Violet and Skull are joining the fray.
http://informedpixel.com/persona-5-royals-violet-skull-join-another-eden-cast-in-second-crossover/

It's time again Persona and Another Eden fans, for a new crossover event! Violet and Skull are joining the fray in the Another Eden team.

16/11/2020

This just in! Halo Infinite will not be shown at the Video Game Awards confirms 343 Industries.
It's not all bad news though, as we may be seeing at least something before the end of 2020.
http://informedpixel.com/halo-infinite-will-not-be-at-the-video-game-awards/

That's right, there won't be any new Halo Infinite content shown, at least not at the VGAs. For those who don't know, the VGAs.

15/11/2020

KOEI TECMO and Team NINJA have announced Nioh 2 – The Complete Edition, an expanded version of the critically acclaimed RPG, for PC via Steam.
The Complete Edition of the blockbuster will task players with mastering the arts of the samurai.
http://informedpixel.com/nioh-2-the-complete-edition-release-date-revealed/

KOEI TECMO and Team NINJA have announced Nioh 2 – The Complete Edition, an expanded version of the critically acclaimed RPG.

13/11/2020

It's that time of the year again fellow MMORPG fans, Harvest Season, the yearly fall event for Black Desert Online.
It's made its annual return with a luxurious and bountiful amount of rewards for us to celebrate the fall season.
http://informedpixel.com/bountiful-thanksgiving-event-brings-tons-of-content-to-black-desert-online/

It's that time of the year again fellow MMORPG no-lifers, Harvest Season. This yearly fall event for Black Desert Online brings a ton of content.

13/11/2020

As Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends and the Secret Fairy draws closer to release, we're happy to be sharing more information about the game.
You can learn about the adorable and enigmatic creature known as Fi or the new content coming in the season pass.
http://informedpixel.com/learn-about-the-mysterious-fi-in-atelier-ryza-2/

Set three years after her heroic efforts in Atelier Ryza Ryza returns for yet another adventure; Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends and the Secret Fairy.

11/11/2020

Fall Guys never fails to impress. Whether it's small changes to maps or complete redesigns and new ideas, there's always fun to be had.
Now, mid season, there's some additional additions to the already chaotic games.
http://informedpixel.com/fall-guys-ultimate-knockout-season-2-5-has-released/

There is a new update for Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout featuring new and remixed rounds to the Stumbledome! Let's check it out!

11/11/2020

Ever tried to grow the perfect rice but demons keep getting in the way? It's fairly unlikely to happen in real life, but in video games, it might just be the perfect combination for fun.
Sakuna: Of Rice And Ruin is here to make that combination a reality.
http://informedpixel.com/sakuna-of-rice-and-ruin-is-out-now/

Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin, a unique game where players both battle monsters and harvest crops to improve their circumstances.

10/11/2020

With the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X launching today, it's a great time to reflect on the last generation of Xbox games.
The Xbox One had some incredible exclusives throughout its lifespan, so here's a short list going over just 5 of them.
http://informedpixel.com/top-5-xbox-one-exclusives/

With the Xbox Series X|S releasing very soon, now is a wonderful time to look back at the Top 5 best exclusive Xbox One games!

10/11/2020

If you're an anime fan, then there's a large chance you've heard of KonoSuba.
Well, the KonoSuba mobile game that released in Japan this year is getting a worldwide release in 2021, so anime fans can enjoy the craziness that the 4 main characters bring.
http://informedpixel.com/konosuba-mobile-game-expands-worldwide-next-year/

KonoSuba mobile game expands worldwide next year with its free-to-play character-collecting gameplay, based on the anime.