Pixels and Polygons
@pixelsandpolygons
Pixels and Polygons: Home of original podcasts, books, and zines! www.pixelsandpolygons.net Run by @darrenhupke.bsky.social Part of @soundstone.network soundstone.network Webstore links and more below!👇
The 2026 ANNUAL COLLECTION is ~400 pages, collecting all four Quarterly issues released this year. Essays, screenshots, features, scans, & more with contributions from @idolismj.yase.world, @flashback64.com, @pizzadinosaur.fineti.me, @nadiaoxford.bsky.social, @cloud-line.bsky.social... (cont.)
Episode 126: OUTSIDE GAMING V w/ @flashback64.com Hear our conversation on interacting with games and staying current in a different (and free!) way. Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️
Episode 125: ORIGINS V w/ @pandamonium.bsky.social How did your favorite Sega Saturn documentarian get their start in video games? Listen to this latest episode to find out! Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️
Has anyone spotted the Chain Staff ad in the latest issue of Pixels and Polygons Quarterly? How legit of a magazine have I become with real ads for real video games? Collab points to @mommysbestgames.bsky.social!
Episode 124: PARAGRAPHS w/ @ashlikeadragon.bsky.social Listen is as two strangers stop getting polite, and start getting real... about video game books. Ashley and I chat about the upcoming VA-11 Hall-A: Design Works! Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️
Yikes. I feel like now you’re going to tell me the Activator was a shame, too.
There would be at least one more Dreamcast versus PlayStation compatible game released in Japan, Kidou Senshi Gundam: Renpou vs. Zeon DX. This supported the same Multi Matching connection from KDDI, and again allowed for cross-platform compatibility.
I like this commercial for it, with the special moves blasting over the phone lines.
Episode 123: WOW VIII w/ @pizzadinosaur.fineti.me Dre from Fine Time joins me to talk about a gaming moment that wowed him. If you’re a fan of SNES RPGs, you’ll enjoy this. Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️
I’ve been doing journaling on my gaming sessions that you can read (for free) on my blog or Patreon called [timestamp]. I also have a new Patreon tier where you can get a physical version of those posts in a monthly zine. Here’s a preview of the first issue (I have a few extra if you sign up)
Episode 122: PARAGRAPHS w/ @mikediver.bsky.social, Aliens: The Video Games Mike joins me in a conversation about his upcoming book, his process, and what writing is like in his world. Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️
Episode 121: OUTSIDE GAMING IV w/ @mckliz.bsky.social Listen in and hear about how McKenna is involved with games outside of playing them, and how she got started with the Zelda Dungeon crew. Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️
Here's a peek inside the first few pages of the latest issue. The digital edition is pay-what-you-want, starting at $3. If you like what you see, tell a friend! pixelsandpolygonsllc.gumroad.com/l/pnpq2026q3
Danzig was rocking the Captain Harlock shirt singing for the Misfits in the early 80s.
Episode 120: John Rogers, Citizen Sleeper 2 Design Works Check out the next bonus episode of Pixels and Paragraphs to hear John and I discuss the upcoming book from @lostincult.co.uk, his process, and more! Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️
Episode 119: GOAT VIII w/ @elmore.zone Returning to the show is the wonderful Andrew Elmore! We chat about a recent release that is up on the GOAT list for him, and what makes it work. Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️
Episode 118: OUTSIDE GAMING III w/ @fredo.bsky.social Listen in as Fredo and I discuss how they interact with the video game world outside of playing them, and how their work crosses over. Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️
Episode 117: CONSOLE STORY XII w/ @forgottenworlds.bsky.social Listen to a couple zine makers talk about a real classic console and why Mikolai loves it. Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️
My new digital store launched, and all previous issues and volumes start at the “pay-what-you-want” price of $1.99. My hope is that this low price will introduce these projects to new readers so they can try them out and see what's inside. Check them out today! pixelsandpolygonsllc.gumroad.com
Hey visitor! Pixels and Polygons is the home of retro gaming-themed books, zines, podcasts, and more! To purchase physical copies, check out: pixelsandpolygons.net To buy digitally, check out: pixelsandpolygonsllc.gumroad.com Check out the podcast, Patreon, and more here: linktr.ee/darrenhupke
Episode 116: CREATOR I w/ @retrogamebooks.com Brian is back on the show to talk about one of his favorite gaming creators, when he discovered them, and what he enjoys about them. Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️
Do you write video game books? Do you want to promote them by talking to me about it? I’d like to hear from you! Send me a DM or email and let’s connect!
Episode 115: CONSOLE STORY XI w/ @djstormageddon.com In this episode we chat about one of Matt’s favorite consoles, why they love it, and what made it special to them. Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️
New Patreon monthly postcards are going out! If you sign up, you’ll get a “back issue” card mailed out on Day 1, and then be on schedule for each new card every month. One side is a screenshot, the other side is a review. Sign up at Patreon.com/darrenhupke
Back again with an all-new comic for this issue is the wonderful @othatsraspberry.com! If you'd like monthly art and/or stickers, sign up for her Patreon right here: www.patreon.com/cw/othatsras... Here is the first comic she did for the "Third Party 64" issue:
The final featured game covered is the indie darling VVVVVV. Again, there is an overview of the game, an article on the wave of indie titles this was a class of, and an article by contributor @stuartgipp.bsky.social. Stuart knows games, proven in his book All Games Are Good. Check it out!
The Low G Man section features a contribution from @mattpaprocki.bsky.social. This is a fun NES title I loved as a kid, and I always thought it looked rad visually. There is an overview of the game, a look at the publisher's development history, and Matt's personal share.
The Gravity Rush section features a contribution from @stillloadingpodcast.com about his personal connection with the game. Follow him and check out his podcast! I love the @ryspiritart.bsky.social art for this one (well, I love them all) with that background building that matches the game art.