Tune in to the latest episode of Dense Pixels, featuring Brad and Micah, as they share their final thoughts on Starfield after completing the game and exploring the possibilities with the new game plus mode. Micah also provides his impressions of Mortal Kombat 1. The hosts delve into the controversy surrounding Unity Engine's runtime fees and install changes, along with the concerns related to Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard and Ubisoft's cloud gaming initiatives. They discuss the departure of Glen Schofield, co-creator of Dead Space, from the Callisto Project studio after a challenging release. Additionally, they cover the recent layoffs at Crystal Dynamics, known for their work on the Tomb Raider series. In a thought-provoking segment, Brad and Micah engage in a discussion about whether video games should continue to be assigned numeric scores.

Dense Pixels is a weekly video game podcast covering gaming news, game reviews, and industry analysis. From AAA blockbusters to indie gems, we break down the latest game releases, PlayStation and Xbox news, Nintendo Switch, PC gaming, Steam, Game Pass, fighting games, RPGs, esports, retro gaming, and the business side of the gaming industry. Hosted by Brad, Micah, Carrie, and Terrence. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. Join our Discord at densepixels.com/fans. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocalypse (movie & TV news), Black on Black Cinema (Black film reviews), and Look Forward (progressive politics).