Steins;Gate Birthday Giveaway! (EU PSN Code)
My birthday is coming up, and you know what that means… It’s the perfect time to host a giveaway! Why should I be the only one getting presents? I have one code for a digital copy of Steins;Gate for...
View ArticleJapan Envy: Nerdy Christmas Cakes
Christmas is just around the corner, and in Japan that means reservations for Christmas cakes are everywhere you look. While most western cultures probably associate fruit cakes with Christmas, Japan...
View ArticleFirst Impressions: Monster Hunter X
Things have been very busy over the past few weeks here at Manor de Chic Pixel, but that doesn’t mean I haven’t found time to sink some time into the Japanese version of Monster Hunter X! 24, to be...
View ArticleChic Pixel Plus Episode 36 – Somewhat Festive
This week we’re joined by special guests cicadas (sorry about that, Anne left her window open) to talk about the latest anime we’ve been watching, the new Final Fantasy VII Remake trailer, and more...
View ArticleSunday Spotlight: Pokéscans
It’s no secret that I love all things Pokémon, so for this week’s Sunday Spotlight, I have to highlight one of my favorite stops on the internet for Pokémon-related goodness: PokéScans! PokéScans...
View ArticleBreak Chance Memento Holiday Giveaway!
I am super excited to announce that my second giveaway this month is in partnership with indie game developer Cyanide Tea to give one lucky winner a digital copy of their latest game, Break Chance...
View ArticleChic Pixel’s Favorite Games of 2015
Things have been a little quiet here at Chic Pixel during the holiday, but now that I’m feeling refreshed and recharged, it’s time to get back in the posting groove! And what better way than with some...
View ArticleThe Complete 2016 Community Game-Along Schedule
Can you believe it’s been two years since I started doing Community Game-Alongs here at Chic Pixel? I certainly can’t! What began as a month dedicated to celebrating Nihon Falcom games has evolved...
View ArticleJanuary 2016 Community Game-Along: Dating Sims
The first Community Game-Along theme of 2016 is the return of an old personal favorite, dating sims! For this month’s theme, any games where pursuing romance is an integral part of the experience are...
View ArticleSunday Spotlight: natsukigirl
Happy new year and welcome to the first Sunday Spotlight of 2016! This week I wanted to highlight an internet friend who is very inspirational to me (and I am secretly hoping to channel more in 2016)....
View ArticleChic Pixel’s Favorite Anime Openings of 2015
Many times, my first impression of an anime comes from its opening. They’ve had such an impact on me that at least half of my music library consists of anime opening themes! An opening isn’t just...
View ArticleDoki Doki Crate Subscription Box Review
Japan Crate was kind enough to send me their very first Doki Doki Crate, a new subscription service for fans of all things cute! I was extremely impressed with their Japanese candy subscription box...
View ArticleSunday Spotlight: LittleSaika
This week’s Sunday Spotlight features LittleSaika, a Youtuber who inspired me to start doing Nendoroid unboxing videos! Her sweet voice and adorable backdrops make her videos extremely soothing to...
View ArticleCode: Realize and Norn9 Dating Sim Giveaway!
To celebrate the Dating Sim Community Game-Along this January, I’ve teamed up with Aksys Games to offer not one, but two awesome otome games to one lucky winner! For a chance to win digital PS Vita...
View ArticleChic Pixel Plus Episode 37 – Monkey Year
Out with the old, win with the new! On episode 37 of Chic Pixel Plus, we wrap up 2015 with our final impressions of One Punch Man, Concrete Revolutio, and A Perfect Insider. Then we pick our favorite...
View ArticleSunday Spotlight: Sami Spoon
I’m super excited for this week’s Sunday Spotlight, because today I’m talking about a good pal Sami Spoon! Sami is a blogger from the UK who loves all the same things I do, but most importantly, she...
View ArticleChic Pixel Anniversary Giveaway
Can you believe it’s been five years since I first started Chic Pixel? I certainly can’t! It’s been a long road, but also an extremely fun one, and I’m so grateful for everyone who visits the site. To...
View ArticleBario X Monster Hunter Nendoroid Unboxing Video
A photo posted by Anne Lee (@apricotsushi) on Jan 18, 2016 at 2:49pm PST If you’re a Monster Hunter fan, you’re going to want to check out my latest video where I unbox this awesome female hunter...
View ArticleSunday Spotlight: AnimArchive
This week’s Spotlight is on AnimArchive, a blog that features scans from anime, manga, and video game magazines that go back as early as the 1970s. It’s a ton of fun to look back at old magazines such...
View ArticleVisiting the Brisbane Cat Cuddle Café
Ever since I found out there was a cat café in Brisbane called Cat Cuddle Café, I’ve been dying to go. Numerous trips to Japan over the past 14 years have enabled me to experience my fair share of...
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