About Pixel River
What is Pixel River?
Pixel River (pixelriver.stream) is an independent site about the technology behind games and game streaming. We write about hardware, performance, streaming setups, game engines and the small studios making interesting work. The name reflects how we think about the subject: pixels flow from hardware to screen to audience, and understanding each step makes the whole experience better.
Who we write for
We write for players who like to understand how their setup works, for people thinking about starting to stream and for anyone curious about how games are made. You do not need a technical background. If you can follow a recipe, you can follow our guides.
What we cover
- Gaming hardware explained: processors, graphics cards, memory, storage, displays and peripherals
- Performance tuning, from in-game settings to common bottlenecks
- Streaming setup basics, including audio, lighting, capture and bandwidth
- Game engines and the tools developers use
- Indie games and small studios that deserve more attention
- Gaming culture, communities and accessibility
Our editorial approach
We try to be clear about what we know and what we do not. Hardware moves quickly, so we explain principles that stay useful and note when advice may date. We avoid hype and do not publish leaks or rumors as facts. When we express a preference, we explain why, so you can decide whether it fits your needs and budget. We do not claim that a single setup is best for everyone.
How the site works
Pixel River publishes articles and guides. It is not a store, and we do not sell hardware or games. If you find an out-of-date detail or want to suggest a topic, you are welcome to write to us through the contact page. Reader questions often become future articles.