Pixels and Polygons Newsletter Vol 1

Hello everyone!

You are receiving this because you’ve previously supported one of my 32 Bit Library books on Kickstarter. Thank you! I wanted to put this newsletter together to send out some monthly updates (or less) on projects and content I am working on, as I have a few different things happening, all related to the world of retro gaming. I don’t plan to spam your inbox, but I just want to share a general update and help inform you all when something new is on the horizon. That said, let me introduce you to a couple of things I have been creating lately…

1. Pixels and Polygons Podcast

Pixels and Polygons is a conversational podcast hosted by Darren Hupke. It features a rotating cast of guests and captures a conversation on a set gaming topic. The conversations are short and sweet, designed to be a quick listen and hopefully encourage your own response. New episodes are posted every Friday.

Find it on RSS.com: https://rss.com/podcasts/pixelspolygons/

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pixels-and-polygons/id1736063825

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1scBiQBcm6u03qSjFkDvzD?si=k1OReY87SRSamyl6bPgiCw

2. Patreon

I have a Patreon set up to host all of my creative writing I have been working on related to retro gaming. You can join and follow my free tier for some original posts and entries every month. There are also some paid tiers ($3 and $6 levels) that let you gain access to a bonus podcast I am producing called “Single Player,” as well as contribute to polls to help shape future volumes of my 32 Bit Library books. I also have the option to submit your own voice clips to be featured on episodes of Pixels and Polygons in the future.

I plan to use the Patreon page to also share original writings and blog posts, in addition to behind-the-scenes looks at other projects I am creating. It is an excellent way to get access to everything I do and even collaborate and be a part of it. I also have my digital books avaliable for purchase right on the same page.

Take a look and follow for free right now!

3. Kickstarter - 32 Bit Library Vol 4 Deluxe Edition funding now!

There are 4 days left to get the A4-sized deluxe edition with slipcase and spot UV treatment. This is similar to my previous volumes, but instead of covering a single publisher, inside you’ll find every Square, Atlus, Enix, and Working Designs game. Full written retrospectives for every title, 60+ games, bonus content by Jason Dvorak, John Linneman, Kurt Kalata, and Audi Sorlie. Take a look at the Kickstarter page for more info.

I have just added the option to add-on previous volumes if you have missed out on those. These are limited in quantities, so it is first come, first served!

Recommendations

Beyond my projects, I do want to give a couple shout-outs to some other great retro gaming content you should check out today.

Here is the next big project by Brian over at RetroGameBooks.com. His VG Maps series is really rad, filled with scans and imagaes from old guides, japaneese imports, instruction booklets, fan art, and more. It is a treasure trove of visual wonder for SNES fans.

My favorite gaming podcast that isn’t my own. It is seld described as a “low key” show, and the hosts Brendon and Stephen just bring a handful of games to each episode and share what they love about them. It isn’t stuck to modern games or wonky episode structure, just two people talking about things they love.

Another gaming podcast, but this one is similar to the structure of my 32 Bit Library books. Hosts Gooey and McKenna bring on guests to break down the entire N64 library, as well as a ton of bonus content related to big things happening around the same time. I’ve been a guest on a few episodes, as well!