Gaming time feels harder to come by than ever. This week we’re checking in on the hotly anticipated Mixtape, one of May’s most talked-about releases. Does it live up to the buzz?

Scott also gives his verdict on Constance after spending time with its slick tether mechanics and early platforming ideas. Then we get honest!

We expose the gaming habits quietly sabotaging our limited time. The distractions. The over-optimising. The “just one more” mindset. The habits that make finishing games harder than it needs to be.

If time is precious, why do we make it harder for ourselves?

In this episode:

• Mixtape review
• Constance review
• Saros verdict
• Main topic: Our worst gaming habits

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This week, we take a step back from the release cycle. In 2026, what does it actually mean to cover games?

The pressure to move fast is real. Day one reactions. Early impressions. Staying in the conversation. But is faster coverage actually better coverage?

We talk about chasing the moment versus taking time with the games that matter. What works. What feels forced. And how smaller shows like ours decide where to place our energy.

Is slow, thoughtful coverage more valuable now? Or does keeping up still matter?

Plus, Scott shares his thoughts on Saros to answer the question... is the PS5 exclusive worth your time?

And we catch up on Vampire Survivors, which is still ruining lives!

Finally, we introduce Pixel Picks Replay, our monthly video game book club where we select our first monthly game from our Top 100 Video Games

In this episode:

• Fast v Slow Games Coverage
• Saros Review (so far)
• Vampire Survivors
• Pixel Picks Replay: May 2026 selection

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Star Fox is back. We went live the second it dropped.

This is Pixel Reacts. Our raw reaction to the first reveal of Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2, launching June 25 2026.

No script. No polish. Just real takes from Liam and Scott as it happened. The highs, the doubts, and what this comeback needs to land.

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