Pixels and Polygons

By Darren Hupke

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 swee

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How many episodes does Pixels and Polygons have?

The podcast currently has 59 episodes available.

Pixels and Polygons episodes:

February 07, 2025AVERAGE GAMES VI w/ Nic
Welcome to Pixels and Polygons. This is a conversational podcast centered around gaming, where my guest and I answer a question based on the episode topic. This week’s episode is…
What is a personal favorite game or an average game you love that doesn’t get enough attention?
My guest this week is:
Nic McConnell works in the game biz at Riot as an Age Ratings Manager and hosts his own weekly show, Instruction Derby, on Twitch. Follow him on bsky.app at @mcconnell.bsky.social + @instructionderby.bsky.social
Instruction Derby - Wednesdays at noon Pacific - twitch.tv/nicmcconnell
Show credits:
Ry-Spirit designed the logo - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit
Background art from Gotham City Imposters
I created the music.
Games discussed:
Plok!
Magic Johnson's Basketball
ZombiU
Control
Quantum Break
Alan Wake II
Gotham City Imposters
WinBack
…& more!
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Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupke
Follow 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!
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Sign up for my newsletter to hear about new projects and announcements first: https://pixelsandpolygons.beehiiv.com/subscribe
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Find the brand new 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.net
Buy my books from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
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See all my links and projects right here: https://linktr.ee/darrenhupke
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46min
January 31, 2025CHARACTER III w/ Aidan
Welcome to Pixels and Polygons. This is a conversational podcast centered around gaming, where my guest and I answer a question based on the episode topic. This week’s episode is…
Who is one of your favorite gaming characters? What do you love about them? What would they do in a potential sequel?
My guest this week is:
Aidan Moher (he/him) is a Hugo award-winning writer and editor who has written about almost every niche facet of geek culture you can think of from Terry Brooks to Dungeons & Dragons. And whether he’s penning wildly read essays on Lunar: Silver Star Story, the undeniable lasting power of Chrono Trigger (the best RPG ever made), or the forgotten history of Magic: the Gathering, he manages to infuse deep, personal, endearing hooks into every story he tells.
You can find more from him here: https://astrolabe.aidanmoher.com
Follow on bsky here: @aidanis.fun
Show credits:
Ry-Spirit designed the logo - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit
Background art from Life is Strange
I created the music.
Games discussed:
Vagrant Story
Parasite Eve
Super Smash Bros.
Life is Strange series
…& more!
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Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupke
Follow 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!
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Sign up for my newsletter to hear about new projects and announcements first: https://pixelsandpolygons.beehiiv.com/subscribe
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Find the brand new 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.net
Buy my books from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
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See all my links and projects right here: https://linktr.ee/darrenhupke
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41min
January 24, 2025IMPROVEMENT I w/ Andre
Welcome to Pixels and Polygons. This is a conversational podcast centered around gaming, where my guest and I answer a question based on the episode topic. This week’s episode is…
What improvement would you make to one of your favorite games? Is there an improvement you could make that would make an average game you enjoy a 10/10?
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-spirit
Background art from Alan Wake II
I created the music.
Games discussed:
Power Stone
Crazy Taxi
PaRappa the Rapper
Alan Wake II
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
…& more!
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Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupke
Follow 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!
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Sign up for my newsletter to hear about new projects and announcements first: https://pixelsandpolygons.beehiiv.com/subscribe
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Find the brand new 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.net
Buy my books from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
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See all my links and projects right here: https://linktr.ee/darrenhupke
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31min
January 17, 2025ADAPTATION I w/ Gooey and McKenna (Flashback 64)
Welcome to Pixels and Polygons. This is a conversational podcast centered around gaming, where my guest and I answer a question based on the episode topic. This week’s episode is…
What is your favorite gaming adaptation? Do you have a favorite gaming movie, book, comic, show, etc?
My guest this week is:
Gooey and McKenna are the hosts of Flashback 64, a podcast focused on chronologically discussing the Nintendo 64 library and what was happening around that time. Find out more about their show and give them a follow here: https://linktr.ee/flashback64
McKenna’s YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@harvestgamermckliz?si=lDOtr2CVk5DSXmdv
Show credits:
Ry-Spirit designed the logo - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit
Background art from Pokemon Concierge
I created the music.
Games discussed:
Castlevania
Pokemon
Mario Bros.
Dead Space
…& more!
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Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupke
Follow 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!
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Sign up for my newsletter to hear about new projects and announcements first: https://pixelsandpolygons.beehiiv.com/subscribe
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Find the brand new Pixels and Polygons store to buy all my books and merch! Titles like the 32 Bit Library series, Retro Game Zine, and (coming soon) Beat ‘Em Up Vol 1!
Head over to pixelsandpolygons.net
Buy my books from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
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See all my links and projects right here: https://linktr.ee/darrenhupke
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40min
January 10, 2025LEAST FAV IV w/ Brian
Welcome to Pixels and Polygons. This is a conversational podcast centered around gaming, where my guest and I answer a question based on the episode topic. This week’s episode is…
What is one of your least favorite games in one of your favorite franchises?
My guest this week is:
Brian Riggsbee author, publisher, and owner of RetroGameBooks.com! Find him on social media as @retrogamebooks.com on bsky and more!
Show credits:
Ry-Spirit designed the logo - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit
Background art from Resident Evil 6
I created the music.
Games discussed:
Parasite Eve
Strider 2
Mortal Kombat
Street Fighter II
Resident Evil 6
…& more!
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Beat 'Em Up Vol 1: The Unofficial History of Final Fight on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/darrenhupke/beat-em-up-volume-1-the-unofficial-history-of-final-fight
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Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupke
Follow 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!
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Sign up for my newsletter to hear about new projects and announcements first: https://pixelsandpolygons.beehiiv.com/subscribe
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Find the brand new Pixels and Polygons store to buy all my books and merch! Titles like the 32 Bit Library series, Retro Game Zine, and (coming soon) Beat ‘Em Up Vol 1!
Head over to pixelsandpolygons.net
Buy my books from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
...more
34min
January 03, 20252024 PAPAs & GOAT V w/ Jef
Welcome to Pixels and Polygons. This is a conversational podcast centered around gaming, where my guest and I answer a question based on the episode topic. This week’s episode is…
2024 PAPAs & GOAT V w/ Jef
What is a GOAT game you’ve never played? Why?
My guest this week is:
Jef is a dancer, artist, filmmaker, and does a bunch of other creative things. Follow him on Instagram at @jef.amoranto.
Show credits:
Ry-Spirit designed the logo - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit
Background art from Google
I created the music.
Games discussed:
Gran Turismo 7
UFO 50
Balatro
Dragon Quest HD-2D Remake
Astro Bot
Shenmue
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time
Legend of Zelda Majora's Mask
Persona 3 Reload
...& more!
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Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupke
Follow 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!
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Sign up for my newsletter to hear about new projects and announcements first: https://pixelsandpolygons.beehiiv.com/subscribe
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Find the brand new Pixels and Polygons store to buy all my books and merch! Titles like the 32 Bit Library series, Retro Game Zine, and eventually Beat ‘Em Up Vol 1!
Head over to pixelsandpolygons.net
Buy my books from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
...more
43min
December 20, 2024SOLO I w/ Darren
Welcome to Pixels and Polygons. This is a conversational podcast centered around gaming, where my guest and I answer a question based on the episode topic. This week’s episode is…
SOLO I w/ Darren
I answer a few icebreaker and episode questions myself for this end-of-the-year solo episode!
My guest this week is:
It's just me!
Show credits:
Ry-Spirit designed the logo - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit
Background art from Marvel Snap
I created the music.
Games discussed:
Kingdom Hearts
Fantasian
Jet Grind Radio
Persona 5
Pixeljunk Monsters
Final Fantasy VII
Dragon Quest III HD-2D
Star Ocean Second Story R
...& more!
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Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupke
Follow along for FREE and read my retro gaming creations and behind-the-scenes posts. Paid tiers offer an original Podcast called "Single Player," and the chance to contribute to future shows and books, and more!
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Sign up for my newsletter to hear about new projects and announcements first: https://pixelsandpolygons.beehiiv.com/subscribe
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Find the brand new Pixels and Polygons store to buy all my books and merch! Titles like the 32 Bit Library series, Retro Game Zine, and eventually Beat ‘Em Up Vol 1!
Head over to pixelsandpolygons.net
Buy my books from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
...more
38min
December 13, 2024AVERAGE GAMES V w/ Andrew
Welcome to Pixels and Polygons. This is a conversational podcast centered around gaming, where my guest and I answer a question based on the episode topic. This week’s episode is…
AVERAGE GAMES V w/ Andrew
What is a personal favorite or average game you love that doesn’t get enough attention?
My guest this week is:
Andrew is a visual (+ui/ux) designer & composer of video games. Find his portfolio here: elmore.design, and follow him on bsky here: @elmore.zone
Show credits:
Ry-Spirit designed the logo - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit
Background art from Ribbit King
I created the music.
Games discussed:
Monster Hunter WIlds
Demon School
Tokyo Extreme Racer
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Kingdom Hearts
Ribbit King
Dangerous Golf
Mario Golf GBC
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Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupke
Follow along for FREE and read my retro gaming creations and behind-the-scenes posts. Paid tiers offer an original Podcast called "Single Player," and the chance to contribute to future shows and books, and more!
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Sign up for my newsletter to hear about new projects and announcements first: https://pixelsandpolygons.beehiiv.com/subscribe
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Find the brand new Pixels and Polygons store to buy all my books and merch! Titles like the 32 Bit Library series, Retro Game Zine, and eventually Beat ‘Em Up Vol 1!
Head over to pixelsandpolygons.net
Buy my books from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
...more
29min
December 06, 2024GAMEPLAY OR NARRATIVE I w/ Luis
Welcome to Pixels and Polygons. This is a conversational podcast centered around gaming, where my guests and I answer a question based on the episode topic. This week’s episode is…
GAMEPLAY OR NARRATIVE I w/ Luis
What is more important to you, narrative or gameplay? Are there some games that you’ve enjoyed with poor narrative but great gameplay or vice versa?
Luis Aguasvivas is a writer and creator. He is a staff writer at popmatters.com and has a personal blog with interviews here: https://aguaspoints.com/. You can find him online on Bluesky as @aguaspoints.bsky.social. He also is involved with the NY Game Critics: https://nygamecritics.com/
ALSO CHECK OUT:
https://www.npr.org/2024/07/16/g-s1-9554/best-games-2024-picked-by-npr-staff
https://www.popmatters.com/author/luisaguasvivas
https://www.gamerswithglasses.com/
https://gamehistory.org/donate/
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The logo was designed by Ry-Spirit - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit
The music was created by me.
The episode art is from Shenmue.
Games discussed:
UFO 50
1000xResist
Animal Well
Shenmue
Street Fighter Alpha
Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake
Shenmue
Famicom Detective Club
Shenmue
...& more Shenmue!
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Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupke
Follow along for FREE and read my retro gaming creations and behind-the-scenes posts. Paid tiers offer an original Podcast called "Single Player," and more!
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Sign up for my newsletter to hear announcements first: https://pixelsandpolygons.beehiiv.com/subscribe
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The show is sponsored by the retro gaming book series 32 Bit Library.
Read more about them here: https://darrenhupke.carbonmade.com
Buy it from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
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45min
November 23, 2024ANNIVERSARY I w/ Nicole
Welcome to Pixels and Polygons. This is a conversational podcast centered around gaming, where my guest and I answer a question based on the episode topic. This week’s episode is…
ANNIVERSARY I w/ Nicole
My wife and I celebrate our anniversary, talking about some of our shared gaming past!
My guest this week is:
Nicole, my wife. She does stuff.
Show credits:
Ry-Spirit designed the logo - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit
Background art from our wedding
I created the music.
Games discussed:
Tales of the Shire
UFO 50
Final Fantasy XI
Final Fantasy IV
Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy
Super Mario World
& More!
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Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupke
Follow along for FREE and read my retro gaming creations and behind-the-scenes posts. Paid tiers offer an original Podcast called "Single Player," and the chance to contribute to future shows and books, and more!
----------------
Sign up for my newsletter to hear about new projects and announcements first: https://pixelsandpolygons.beehiiv.com/subscribe
----------------
Find the brand new Pixels and Polygons store to buy all my books and merch! Titles like the 32 Bit Library series, Retro Game Zine, and eventually Beat ‘Em Up Vol 1!
Head over to pixelsandpolygons.net
Buy my books from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
...more
54min

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