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:

July 19, 2024WOW I w/ Austin and Brian
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…
WOW I w/ Austin and Brian
What is a “wow” moment you had with a game? What was it that impressed you?
Austin is my oldest friend and forever buddy.
Brian runs RetroGameBooks.com and has a new book you need to check out now:
https://retrogamebooks.com/products/video-game-maps-snes
The logo was designed by Ry-Spirit - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit
The music was created by me.
Games discussed:
Bully
Metal Gear Solid
Ico
Legend of Zelda
Mega Man
Strider
Castlevania II
Punch-Out!
Metroid
Bionic Commando
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Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupke
Follow along with my retro gaming creations, contribute to polls and chats, get bonus content, original episodes, and more!
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The show is sponsored by the retro gaming book series 32 Bit Library. Inside each book, you can take a look back at a curated selection of the classic PlayStation library, including hundreds of screenshots, written retrospectives for each game, and bonus essays from industry figures.
Read more about them here: https://darrenhupke.carbonmade.com
Buy it w/ bonuses from RetroGameBooks at: https://retrogamebooks.com
Buy it from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
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35min
July 12, 2024HARDWARE IV w/ Gooey and McKenna
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…
HARDWARE IV w/ Gooey and McKenna
What is your favorite game console of all time?
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
The logo was designed by Ry-Spirit - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit
The music was created by me.
Games discussed:
Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild
PaRappa the Rapper
Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time
Perfect Dark 64
Mario Tennis
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Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupke
Follow along with my retro gaming creations, contribute to polls and chats, get bonus content & episodes, and more!
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The show is sponsored by the retro gaming book series 32 Bit Library. Inside each book, you can take a look back at a curated selection of the classic PlayStation library, including hundreds of screenshots, written retrospectives for each game, and bonus essays from industry figures.
Read more about them here: https://darrenhupke.carbonmade.com
Buy it w/ bonuses from RetroGameBooks at: https://retrogamebooks.com
Buy it from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
...more
37min
July 06, 2024GOAT II w/ Andrew and Sean
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…
GOAT II w/ Andrew and Sean
What is a game you consider to be one of the GREATEST OF ALL TIME?
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
Sean is a good friend and shares with me the safety of games from trauma.
The logo was designed by Ry-Spirit - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit
The episode art was created by 2dforever.
The music was created by me.
Games discussed:
Mega Man
Sega Rally Championship
Um Jammer Lammy
The Last of Us
Final Fantasy VII
Hotline Miami 1 & 2
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Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupke
Follow along with my retro gaming creations, contribute to polls and chats, get bonus content & episodes, and more!
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The show is sponsored by the retro gaming book series 32 Bit Library. Inside each book, you can take a look back at a curated selection of the classic PlayStation library, including hundreds of screenshots, written retrospectives for each game, and bonus essays from industry figures.
Read more about them here: https://darrenhupke.carbonmade.com
Buy it w/ bonuses from RetroGameBooks at: https://retrogamebooks.com
Buy it from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
...more
44min
June 28, 2024STORY I w/ Brian and Rich
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…
STORY I w/ Brian and Rich
What game’s story has stuck with you long after playing it?
What game do you have an emotional connection with beyond the game?
Brian runs RetroGameBooks.com and has a new book you can pre-order now:
https://retrogamebooks.com/products/video-game-maps-snes
Rich is a long-time friend and loves playing all kinds of games.
The logo was designed by Ry-Spirit - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit
The music was created by me.
Games discussed:
Final Fantasy VII
The Last of Us
Ico
Shadow of the Colossus
Shenmue
Resident Evil
Bomberman
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Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupke
Follow along with my retro gaming creations, contribute to polls and chats, get bonus content & episodes, and more!
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The show is sponsored by the retro gaming book series 32 Bit Library. Inside each book, you can take a look back at a curated selection of the classic PlayStation library, including hundreds of screenshots, written retrospectives for each game, and bonus essays from industry figures.
Read more about them here: https://darrenhupke.carbonmade.com
Buy it w/ bonuses from RetroGameBooks at: https://retrogamebooks.com
Buy it from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
...more
36min
June 21, 2024HARDWARE III w/ Andrew and Nicole
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…
HARDWARE III w/ Andrew and Nicole
What is your favorite video game system of all time?
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
Nicole is my wife.
The logo was designed by Ry-Spirit - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit
The music was created by me.
Games discussed:
Red Star
Black
Xbox
Halo
Gun Valkyrie
Otogi
Phantom Dust
Phantom Crash
Dynasty Warriors 2
Shadow of the Colossus
Guitar Hero
Final Fantasy XI
Lifeline
Republique
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Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupke
Follow along with my retro gaming creations, contribute to polls and chats, get bonus content & episodes, and more!
----------------
The show is sponsored by the retro gaming book series 32 Bit Library. Inside each book, you can take a look back at a curated selection of the classic PlayStation library, including hundreds of screenshots, written retrospectives for each game, and bonus essays from industry figures.
Read more about them here: https://darrenhupke.carbonmade.com
Buy it w/ bonuses from RetroGameBooks at: https://retrogamebooks.com
Buy it from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
...more
38min
June 15, 2024DIFFICULTY I w/ Jef and Thomas
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…
DIFFICULTY I w/ Jef and Thomas
Is there a game whose difficulty turned you off? What game had the right difficulty balance?
Jef is a dancer, artist, filmmaker, and does a bunch of other creative things. Follow him on Instagram at @jef.amoranto.
Thomas streams on Twitch at twitch.tv/th0mbear
The logo was designed by Ry-Spirit - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit
The music was created by me.
Games discussed:
Neon White
Lost in Blue
Demon’s Souls
Bloodborne
Pokemon
God of War (2018)
Hades
Risk of Rain
The Sims
Saints Row
Final Fantasy Rebirth
World of Warcraft
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Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/darrenhupke
Follow along with my retro gaming creations, contribute to polls and chats, get bonus content & episodes, and more!
----------------
The show is sponsored by the retro gaming book series 32 Bit Library. Inside each book, you can take a look back at a curated selection of the classic PlayStation library, including hundreds of screenshots, written retrospectives for each game, and bonus essays from industry figures.
Read more about them here: https://darrenhupke.carbonmade.com
Buy it w/ bonuses from RetroGameBooks at: https://retrogamebooks.com
Buy it from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
...more
35min
June 07, 2024MUSIC II w/ Gooey and McKenna
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…
MUSIC II w/ Gooey and McKenna
What game has a soundtrack you will never forget?
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
The logo was designed by Ry-Spirit - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit
The music was created by me.
Games discussed:
Legend of Zelda
Goldeneye 007
Celeste
Super Mario Bros.
Blast Corps
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The show is sponsored by the retro gaming book series 32 Bit Library. Inside each book, you can take a look back at a curated selection of the classic PlayStation library, including hundreds of screenshots, written retrospectives for each game, and bonus essays from industry figures.
Read more about them here: https://darrenhupke.carbonmade.com
Buy it w/ bonuses from RetroGameBooks at: https://retrogamebooks.com
Buy it from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
...more
28min
May 31, 2024AVERAGE GAMES III w/ Brian and Casey
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…
AVERAGE GAMES III w/ Brian and Casey
What is a game you know is average or below average that you still love?
Brian runs RetroGameBooks.com and writes and creates his own books.
Casey is a visual effects guy and creative director in LA. Find his info here: http://empty.estate
The logo was designed by Ry-Spirit - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit
The music was created by me.
Games discussed:
Castlevania II: Simons Quest
Dark Cloud
MTG Arena/Hearthstone
Kirby's Air Ride
Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy
Monster in my Pocket
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KICKSTARTER ALERT!
32 Bit Library Volume 4 is funding now! Get yourself a copy and read all about it here:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/darrenhupke/32-bit-library-volume-4
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The show is sponsored by the retro gaming book series 32 Bit Library. Inside each book, you can take a look back at a curated selection of the classic PlayStation library, including hundreds of screenshots, written retrospectives for each game, and bonus essays from industry figures.
Read more about them here: https://darrenhupke.carbonmade.com
Buy it w/ bonuses from RetroGameBooks at: https://retrogamebooks.com
Buy it from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
...more
29min
May 24, 2024MULTIPLAYER III w/ Casey and Austin
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…
MULTIPLAYER III w/ Casey and Austin
What makes a great multiplayer experience for you?
Casey is a visual effects guy and creative director in LA. Find his info here: http://empty.estate
Austin is my oldest friend. He co-hosts Complete Discography with me, which you can listen to today!
The logo was designed by Ry-Spirit - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit
The music was created by me.
Games discussed:
Final Fantasy Tactics Advance
World of Warcraft
Destiny
Legend of Zelda Majora's Mask
Grand Theft Auto III
Super Monkey Ball
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2
GoldenEye
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KICKSTARTER ALERT!
32 Bit Library Volume 4 is funding now! Get yourself a copy and read all about it here:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/darrenhupke/32-bit-library-volume-4
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The show is sponsored by the retro gaming book series 32 Bit Library. Inside each book, you can take a look back at a curated selection of the classic PlayStation library, including hundreds of screenshots, written retrospectives for each game, and bonus essays from industry figures.
Read more about them here: https://darrenhupke.carbonmade.com
Buy it w/ bonuses from RetroGameBooks at: https://retrogamebooks.com
Buy it from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
...more
29min
May 19, 2024GOAT I w/ Austin and Thomas
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…
GOAT I w/ Austin and Thomas
What is a game you consider to be one of the GREATEST OF ALL TIME?
Austin is my oldest friend and lifelong gaming companion. He co-hosts Complete Discography with me, which you can listen to today!
Thomas streams on Twitch at twitch.tv/th0mbear
The logo was designed by Ry-Spirit - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit
The music was created by me.
Games discussed:
Final Fantasy VII
Super Mario World
Metal Gear Solid 3
Cyberpunk 2077
Star Fox 64
Mass Effect 2
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KICKSTARTER ALERT!
32 Bit Library Volume 4 is funding now! Get yourself a copy and read all about it here:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/darrenhupke/32-bit-library-volume-4
----------------
The show is sponsored by the retro gaming book series 32 Bit Library. Inside each book, you can take a look back at a curated selection of the classic PlayStation library, including hundreds of screenshots, written retrospectives for each game, and bonus essays from industry figures.
Read more about them here: https://darrenhupke.carbonmade.com
Buy it w/ bonuses from RetroGameBooks at: https://retrogamebooks.com
Buy it from Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/bIMY8
...more
45min

FAQs about Pixels and Polygons:

How many episodes does Pixels and Polygons have?

The podcast currently has 59 episodes available.

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