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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 25/09/2026

Episode 134: HOT TAKE V w/ @fredo.bsky.social Listen, this is called "HOT TAKE" for a reason. We all can have our thoughts and opinions. No one is coming for you, Earthbound fans. You've been warned. Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️

A green pixelated neighborhood. A screenshot from the game Earthbound.

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 18/09/2026

Episode 133: GOAT IX w/ @pandamonium.bsky.social Hear Nick and I discuss one of the games he considers to be the “Greatest of All Time.” Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 11/09/2026

Episode 132: ORIGINS VII w/ @othatsraspberry.com Listen to Maddie and me chat about her early start with video games, the things she gravitated towards, and where that all took her! Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️

Paper Mario magazine ad with an illustration and a line to cut out around the image of Mario.

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 03/09/2026

Episode 131: ORIGINS VI w/ @realdavejackson.bsky.social Want to know the superhero origin story of Dave Jackson and how he found the world of games? You'll never guess his first console! Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 02/09/2026

Check out a preview of all my books and zines, along with sample pages and product info, in my 2026 Preview Catalog! Download of here for free! www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/enzi1...

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 31/08/2026

Question of the day: What is a game that you wrongly judged by its cover (or title)?

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 28/08/2026

Episode 130: PARAGRAPHS w/ @syncoplay.bsky.social Hear us chat about the upcoming book, Beyond the NES! We discuss what it’s about, how it was made, and more! Check it out here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/syn... Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 22/08/2026

I played some UFO 50 today, as well!

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 21/08/2026

Episode 129: UNDERAPPRECIATED II w/ @aspecificegg.bsky.social Listen to us talk about some games that Emily feels are underappreciated! These aren't the mainstream darlings, but the ones we love anyway. Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 14/08/2026

Episode 128: MEANING II w/ @southeastpaw.bsky.social Just me and my guest as we talk about what games mean to us. These are always great episodes, I hope you enjoy it! Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 13/08/2026

Hey everyone! I’ve been doing some journaling after my gaming sessions (inspired by exp @mathewkumar.com and @heyphilsummers.bsky.social) and I post them online for free, but I’ve also done monthly printed zines of these, because of course I would. You can get them through my Patreon!

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 12/08/2026

Wil did the cover art for last year's Retro Game Zine 2025 ANNUAL, and it turned out amazing!

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 07/08/2026

Episode 127: DIFFICULTY IV w/ @katerblossom.bsky.social Hear the chat Kate and I had about how she enjoys her games, balances difficulty, and more. How do you handle difficulty in your games? Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 07/08/2026

In North America we got it as a stand alone release. We had to buy it.

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 06/08/2026

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.)

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 31/07/2026

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! ⬆️

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 27/07/2026

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! ⬆️

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 22/07/2026

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!

Double-page spread featuring an ad for Chain Staff and the Sound Stone network of podcasts.

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 17/07/2026

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! ⬆️

The cover of VA-11 Hall-A: Design Works on a gradient background

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 13/07/2026

Yikes. I feel like now you’re going to tell me the Activator was a shame, too.

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 13/07/2026

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.

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 13/07/2026

I like this commercial for it, with the special moves blasting over the phone lines.

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 11/07/2026

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! ⬆️

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 05/07/2026

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)

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 03/07/2026

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! ⬆️

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 28/06/2026

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! ⬆️

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 28/06/2026

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

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 26/06/2026

Danzig was rocking the Captain Harlock shirt singing for the Misfits in the early 80s.

Glenn Danzig of the Misfits in a black and white photo holding a microphone

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 22/06/2026

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! ⬆️

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 21/06/2026

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! ⬆️

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 19/06/2026

Happy Elliot’s day for all those who are celebrating.

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 12/06/2026

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! ⬆️

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 05/06/2026

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! ⬆️

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 02/06/2026

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

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 31/05/2026

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

Pixels and Polygons ad featuring the web address pixelsandpolygons.net

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 29/05/2026

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! ⬆️

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 26/05/2026

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!

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 22/05/2026

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! ⬆️

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 21/05/2026

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

A postcard with a screenshot of the LJN NES Friday the 13th game.

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 17/05/2026

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:

Pencils and Polygons comic by Maddie from Pixels and Poligons Quarterly 2026 Q1

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 17/05/2026

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!

A screenshot with the Pixels and Polygons mascots themed after the game VVVVVV.

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 16/05/2026

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.

Low G Man inspired character art featuring Pixels the mascot.

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 16/05/2026

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.

Polygon, the pink dinosaur mascot, falling through the sky with a green backdrop reminiscent of Gravity Rush.

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 16/05/2026

Episode 114: WOW VII w/ @pc98audi.bsky.social Join us for an episode so good you may think it came from... ANOTHER WORLD! Audi shares about a moment when a game made him just stop and think, "wow." Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 08/05/2026

Episode 113: ORIGINS IV w/ @katerblossom.bsky.social Another episode learning about early gaming memories, those foundational games, and where we've gone since then! This was a rad conversation with Kate. Listen on soundstone.network or find links at the start of the thread! ⬆️

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Pixels and Polygons @pixelsandpolygons.net · 07/05/2026

Packing and Polygons. Kickstarter orders are all packed up! Now, PNP Quarterly 2026 Q2 is for sale for all! Check out pixelsandpolygons.net to buy your own copy. Limited copies of Q1 are still available, as well!

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