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The Great Japanese Game Haul of 2013 – PlayStation Edition (with Giveaway!)
The time has finally come... to show off my haul of video games from my recent trip to Japan! I was originally going to throw everything together in one massive post, but it turned out to be far too...
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Japan Envy: Final Fantasy XI and Creamy Mami Café Collaborations
I think it's safe to say that I almost like talking about Japanese pop culture-themed food items as much as I like talking about the media represented in said food items themselves. And when it comes...
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Chic Pixel Plus Episode 7 – Bomberman Canon
Why, if it isn't another episode of Chic Pixel Plus! I bet you were getting worried, huh? Well never fear, both myself and Chic Pixel Plus are alive and well! A bout of a fiendish flu had me out of...
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The Great Japanese Game Haul of 2013 - Nintendo Edition
Nearly two weeks ago I posted a piece covering the PlayStation side of my game haul from my recent trip to Japan. Now, it's time for the (siginificantly smaller) Nintendo edition! Interestingly, all of...
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Chic Pixel Plus Episode 8 - The Pixel Bar
This week on Chic Pixel Plus I'm joined by Andrew of The Menu Bar podcast for a very special crossover episode... The Pixel Bar! In honor of The Menu Bar (which I highly recommend if you're...
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Wonderful World of Whipple: Crème Filled Creations Kit Review
Japan loves food. Not only does Japan love food, but it also has an unparalleled love for fake food, be it squishy keychains that look like loaves of bread or immaculately-designed plastic sushi...
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Keita Takahashi's Alphabet Impressions and Playthrough
I hardly ever donate to Kickstarter or other similar crowd-sourcing campaigns, but when I do, it's nearly always because I will be getting something from donating that I would not be able to obtain by...
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Venturing into the Unknown with Culty's Monster Hunter Gunner's Guides
After giving Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate on the 3DS a whirl and even dipping my toe into the recently-released Monster Hunter 4, I can confidently say I'm a converted, albeit casual, fan of the Monster...
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Chic Pixel Plus Episode 9 – This is (Not) Episode 10
Super Game Girl CameraI may have jumped the gun by proclaiming this podcast episode 10 when it is in fact episode 9 (you'll see what I mean when you tune in), but the fact that Chic Pixel Plus is now...
View ArticleChic Pixel for Extra Life 2013
Those of you who have been following the site for a while may remember that I did something last year that few gamers attempt: 25 hours of playing video games straight (for charity!). Well, as the...
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Hana Doki Kira Kickstarter: An Art Anthology by and for Shōjo Manga Fans
If there was ever a Kickstarter with my name on it, it would be Hana Doki Kira, an original art anthology featuring 107 illustrations and comics all inspired by my very favorite type of comics: shōjo...
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Thanks to Sailor Moon, I'm now obsessed with figurines
Way back in May, I preordered my first figurine. Sure, I've picked up the odd gatchapon or two over the years, and even had a sort stint where I bought a number of Kingdom Hearts and Final Fantasy...
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Chic Pixel Plus Episode 10 – Academia Magica
In the 10th episode of Chic Pixel Plus, it's 100% more hip nerdy ladies as I'm joined by Alison Rapp (@mnemosynekurai), researcher, product marketing specialist at Treehouse, and self-proclaimed...
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Final Fantasy XIV Lightning Strikes Chapter 1 Tutorial and Impressions
It's high time I went back to my Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn coverage, wouldn't you agree? Last I spoke of the game was on episode six of Chic Pixel Plus, and though I was loving the experience,...
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Final Fantasy XIV Lightning Strikes Chapters 2 + 3 Tutorial and Impressions
Leave it to the lady writing the tutorials to forget the actual dates the new chapters of the Lightning Strikes Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn event started! It feels like just as I was posting my...
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Sapporo Snow Festival and Snow Miku 2014
For the past few years, I've been vaguely aware of the virtual Vocaloid idol sensation Hatsune Miku, but never thought much of her or her music. After recently starting Hatsune Miku Project Diva F and...
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Chic Pixel Plus Episode 11 - Elliot's Dilemma
This week on Chic Pixel Plus, Elliot Gay (@ryougasaotome) makes his triumphant return after 10 long episodes to celebrate the preteen years of the podcast! ... Rather, we mostly talk about how he likes...
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Taste Test: Funghi Chiroru and Cola Gummies
It's been many a moon (a year and a half, to be exact) since I last did a Taste Test post, and since I have a massive haul of nifty treats from my trip to Japan back in June, it's high time I started...
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Judging a Game by its Box: Harvest Moon 3D: A New Beginning
The other day, I happened to be browsing the shelves of my local game store (as one does), and I happened upon a curious sight. See, when you're as obsessive about stopping by the game store every time...
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Chic Pixel Plus Episode 12 – Only a Little Insane
We're all a little mad here on the Chic Pixel Plus podcast! In this more-than-a-little-late episode, I'm joined by dynamite duo Roy and Sarah of My Fair Hunter, Culty, and Asobee fame to chat all about...
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