Pixels and Polygons

Welcome to Pixels and Paragraphs, part of the Sound Stone Network. This is the bonus show, where you get to hear me, Darren Hupke, interview some of the raddest writers behind the greatest gaming books. Each episode, you’ll get to hear from a new guest as they discuss their book, talk about their process, share some details from behind the keys, and more! Whether you’re a fan of the book already or want to find something new to read, I hope you’ll find something to enjoy about what we discuss today! This week’s guest is…John Rogers, author of the upcoming Citizen Sleeper 2: Design Works.Citizen Sleeper 2: Design Works, written by John Rogers (Gaming in the Wild, Ultros: Design Works), takes you even deeper inside the Starward Belt. Through previously unseen character sketches, architectural diagrams, and in-depth interviews with Gareth Damian Martin, Guillaume Singelin, and Amos Roddy, we shine a light on the process of creating these unforgettable characters and places. The result is a fascinating and detailed look at Citizen Sleeper 2’s improbable untold story: a comprehensive document of its journey from inspiration to conception, development, and release. BOOK LINKS:https://www.lostincult.co.uk/citizensleeper2https://www.lostincult.co.uk/ultrosRECOMMENDATIONS:https://echodog-games.itch.io/signs-of-the-sojournerEVERYTHING ELSE:https://gaminginthewild.carrd.co----------------Show credits:Ry-Spirit designed the logo (I modified it) - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spiritI created the music.----------------Find out more about the Sound Stone Network and discover more great podcasts at:soundstone.network----------------Shop the Pixels and Polygons store to buy all my books and merch!Head over to pixelsandpolygons.netBuy my books digitally here: https://pixelsandpolygonsllc.gumroad.com----------------Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupkeFollow along for FREE and read my retro gaming creations and behind-the-scenes posts. Sign up for the paid tier for a Retro Game Zine Postcard-of-the-Month review every month!Also, find all my digital books on the Patreon shop!----------------See all my links and projects right here: https://linktr.ee/darrenhupke

Welcome to Pixels and Polygons, part of the Sound Stone Network. This is a conversational podcast hosted by Darren Hupke. It features a rotating cast of guests each week and captures a conversation on a set gaming topic. Each episode starts with an introduction of the guest and an icebreaker; then, we answer a single gaming question. Short and sweet! It’s the perfect “podcast-between-podcasts!” This week’s topic is…Do you interact with games outside of playing them? What other ways do you stay involved with this hobby (reading, writing, talking, drawing, etc.)?My guest this week is:Fredo Fabrucci: The Poster's Poster™! You've likely seen their posts on Bluesky, but if you haven’t, give them a follow here: @fredo.bsky.social.----------------Show credits:Ry-Spirit designed the logo - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spiritBackground art from OverwatchI created the music.Edited by Gooey Fame----------------Find out more about the Sound Stone Network and discover more great podcasts at:soundstone.network----------------Shop the Pixels and Polygons store to buy all my books and merch! Titles like the 32 Bit Library series, Pixels and Polygons Quarterly, and Beat ‘Em Up!Head over to pixelsandpolygons.netBuy my books digitally here: https://pixelsandpolygonsllc.gumroad.com----------------Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupkeFollow along for FREE and read my retro gaming creations and behind-the-scenes posts. Sign up for the paid tier for a Retro Game Zine Postcard-of-the-Month review every month!Also, find all my digital books on the Patreon shop!----------------See all my links and projects right here: https://linktr.ee/darrenhupke

Welcome to Pixels and Paragraphs, part of the Sound Stone Network. This is the bonus show, where you get to hear me, Darren Hupke, interview some of the raddest writers behind the greatest gaming books. Each episode, you’ll get to hear from a new guest as they discuss their book, talk about their process, share some details from behind the keys, and more! Whether you’re a fan of the book already or want to find something new to read, I hope you’ll find something to enjoy about what we discuss today! This week’s guest is…Nate Drake, writer of the upcoming I Am Not Good: The History of Cheating in Video Games.For generations of players, cheat codes were a secret handshake. A gateway to extra lives, godlike powers, and hidden worlds. But behind every cheat lies a story of creativity, rebellion, and the ever-shifting line between play and power.I Am Not Good: The History of Cheating in Video Games takes readers on a journey through the evolution of video game cheats, from the days of secret developer codes and the legendary Konami Code, to the Game Genie, god mode glory, and the wild rise of online cheat communities.Written by Nate DrakeEdited by Riley MacLeodForeword by Mia ConsalvoCover by Greg MeloPRE-ORDER LINK:https://retrogamebooks.com/products/i-am-not-good-the-history-of-cheating-in-video-games----------------Show credits:Ry-Spirit designed the logo (I modified it) - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spiritI created the music.----------------Find out more about the Sound Stone Network and discover more great podcasts at:soundstone.network----------------Shop the Pixels and Polygons store to buy all my books and merch! Titles like the 32 Bit Library series, Pixels and Polygons Quarterly, and Beat ‘Em Up!Head over to pixelsandpolygons.netBuy my books from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8----------------Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupkeFollow along for FREE and read my retro gaming creations and behind-the-scenes posts. Sign up for the paid tier for a Retro Game Zine Postcard-of-the-Month review every month!Also, find all my digital books on the Patreon shop!----------------See all my links and projects right here: https://linktr.ee/darrenhupke

Welcome to Pixels and Paragraphs, part of the Sound Stone Network. This is the bonus show, where you get to hear me, Darren Hupke, interview some of the raddest writers behind the greatest gaming books. Each episode, you’ll get to hear from a new guest as they discuss their book, talk about their process, share some details from behind the keys, and more! Whether you’re a fan of the book already or want to find something new to read, I hope you’ll find something to enjoy about what we discuss today! This week’s guest is…Nadia Oxford, co-host of the Axe of the Blood God RPG podcast and writer of the upcoming From Pixels to Prose: What Video Games Taught Me About Storytelling.In From Pixels to Prose: What Video Games Taught Me About Storytelling, writer and games journalist Nadia Oxford traces how a lifetime spent in digital worlds shaped her craft and her understanding of narrative. From the pixelated drama of Donkey Kong to the emotional depths of Final Fantasy VI and Dragon Quest III, Oxford reveals how video games taught her about character, conflict, and the art of worldbuilding.Blending humor, cultural insight, and personal history, From Pixels to Prose is a love letter to classic gaming and a testament to the stories hidden in our cartridges and childhoods. Oxford’s reflections will make you laugh, think, and see video game stories in a whole new light.Written by Nadia OxfordEdited by Justin SeversonForeword by Jeremy ParishCover by Philip SummersPRE-ORDER LINK:https://retrogamebooks.com/products/from-pixels-to-prose-what-video-games-taught-me-about-storytelling----------------Show credits:Ry-Spirit designed the logo (I modified it) - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spiritI created the music.----------------Find out more about the Sound Stone Network and discover more great podcasts at:soundstone.network----------------Shop the Pixels and Polygons store to buy all my books and merch! Titles like the 32 Bit Library series, Pixels and Polygons Quarterly, and Beat ‘Em Up!Head over to pixelsandpolygons.netBuy my books from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8----------------Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupkeFollow along for FREE and read my retro gaming creations and behind-the-scenes posts. Sign up for the paid tier for a Retro Game Zine Postcard-of-the-Month review every month!Also, find all my digital books on the Patreon shop!----------------See all my links and projects right here: https://linktr.ee/darrenhupke

Welcome to Pixels and Polygons, part of the Sound Stone Network. This is a conversational podcast hosted by Darren Hupke. It features a rotating cast of guests each week and captures a conversation on a set gaming topic. Each episode starts with an introduction of the guest and an icebreaker; then, we answer a single gaming question. Short and sweet! It’s the perfect “podcast-between-podcasts!” This week’s topic is…What is one of your favorite gaming systems? When did you get it? Tell us the story. What are some of your favorite memories, games, or details about it?My guest this week is:Andre from the wonderful Fine Time Podcast! An off-the-cuff video game podcast about the regular and the obscure. Follow along and listen right here: https://linktr.ee/FineTimePodcast----------------Show credits:Ry-Spirit designed the logo - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spiritBackground art from SegaI created the music.Edited by Gooey Fame----------------Find out more about the Sound Stone Network and discover more great podcasts at:soundstone.network----------------Shop the Pixels and Polygons store to buy all my books and merch! Titles like the 32 Bit Library series and Retro Game Zine!Head over to pixelsandpolygons.netDigitally buy the books and zines here: patreon.com/darrenhupke/shopBuy my books from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8----------------Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupkeFollow along for FREE and read my retro gaming creations and behind-the-scenes posts. Sign up for the paid tier for a Retro Game Zine Postcard-of-the-Month review every month!Also, find all my digital books on the Patreon shop!----------------See all my links and projects right here: https://linktr.ee/darrenhupke