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Pixels and Polygons

Darren Hupke
Nintendo 64
Retro Gaming
Nintendo
Video Games
Video Game Difficulty
Playstation 2
Flashback 64
Playstation
Kirby
Game Development
Metroidvanias
Indie Games
Meta-Ph-List
Gamecube
Nostalgia
Retro Game Books
Mega Man X4
Game Preservation
Outer Wilds
Okage: Shadow King

Pixels and Polygons, part of the Sound Stone Network, 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 & sweet and designed to be a quick listen.

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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 gue... more

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 i... more

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 gue... more

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 i... more

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Mike Diver
Author of Aliens: The Video Games, veteran games writer
White Owl / publisher affiliations discussed in episode
Episode: PARAGRAPHS w/ Mike Diver, Aliens: The Video Games
John Rogers
Writer of the Citizen Sleeper 2 Design Works book; host of Gaming in the Wild connections to Lost in Cult
Lost in Cult / Gaming in the Wild
Episode: PARAGRAPHS w/ John Rogers, Citizen Sleeper 2 Design Works
Fredo Fabrucci
Academic, psychologist, and part-time streamer; known for discussing psychology of video games and fandom
Bluesky/Social platforms; works in psychology research
Episode: OUTSIDE GAMING III w/ Fredo
Matt aka Stormageddon
Guest who has appeared previously on the show, discusses gaming history and the Game Boy Advance era
Independent creator
Episode: CONSOLE STORY XI w/ Matt aka Stormageddon
Nick McConnell
Reader and host of Instruction Derby segment
Sound Stone Network
Episode: WOW VII w/ Audi (DF Retro Super Show)
Kate Hunter
Co-host, co-founder, and co-producer of No Small Games
No Small Games
Episode: ORIGINS IV w/ Kate (No Small Games)
Ian Ferguson
Co-creator of Yokoi Kids Game Boy Game Collective; host of Completely Unnecessary Podcast and Extra Napkins
Yokoi Kids; Completely Unnecessary Podcast; Extra Napkins
Episode: ORIGINS III w/ Ian (Yokoi Kids)
Nate Drake
Author of I Am Not Good, The History of Cheating in Video Games
Retro Game Books
Episode: PARAGRAPHS w/ Nate Drake, I Am Not Good
Luis Aguasvivas
Returning guest and great friend of the show
Episode: CONSOLE STORY X w/ Luis

Host

Darren Hupke
Host of Pixels and Polygons

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Love it

    One of my favorites. Always fun and easy to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A_nelson99
    United States4 months ago
  • Radical Show!!!

    Darren is locked in on all things pixels and polygons. If you are looking for some short but meaty dives into video games and video game consoles of this style and era give this show a listen!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    toozed
    United States4 months ago
  • Bite-sized goodness

    Punchy and to-the-point, every episode of Pixels and Polygons is a fascinating look into the nooks, crannies, and corners of video games and the people who play them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    itsmeaidan
    Canadaa year ago
  • Peak

    Darren’s as knowledgeable and passionate as anyone in the retrogaming scene, and Pixels and Polygons is as fun and informative a pod as there is. My highest rec!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DonCuerv0
    United Statesa year ago
  • Tons of fun

    Darren is a fantastic host and the convos are lively and fun with a variety of really entertaining topics. A great listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cool guy of all time
    United Statesa year ago

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Guests consistently praised for depth and accessibility in discussions.
Listeners value the blend of memory with analysis, and the guest diversity is a highlight.
Show is appreciated for its breadth within retro and indie gaming, including publishing and zine culture.
Hosts cultivate a welcoming, conversational vibe that makes niche topics approachable.

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PARAGRAPHS w/ Mike Diver, Aliens: The Video Games
Q: Give us a little intro on who Mike is and how you got started in game books.
Mike Diver describes starting around 2016 with indie games, working in Vice, and then being approached by a London publisher to do Indie Games, followed by other books like Retro Gaming and The Console; he explains his path into game books and his time with various publishers, leading up to Aliens: The Video Games.
PARAGRAPHS w/ John Rogers, Citizen Sleeper 2 Design Works
Q: What is your writing process like when you're handling massive interview transcripts?
I structure interviews in advance to box off topics, summarize after each interview for easy future reference, and rely on a strong editor relationship to refine the material into a coherent narrative.
PARAGRAPHS w/ John Rogers, Citizen Sleeper 2 Design Works
Q: Like how did this opportunity originally form for you, and how did the collaboration with Lost in Cult come about?
It started from prior relationships and doing long-form interviews, especially Gareth about In Other Waters, which led to being considered for Citizen Sleeper 2; the combination of past work with Lost in Cult and personal rapport with Gareth opened the door.
CREATOR I w/ Brian (Retro Game Books)
Q: What makes Kojima stand out as a creator to you?
Darren outlines Kojima's knack for cinematic storytelling, innovative mechanics, and his taste in music and collaborators, which together create a cohesive and evolving authorial voice that reshapes how players experience narrative and interactivity.
CREATOR I w/ Brian (Retro Game Books)
Q: What is one of your least favorite games in one of your favorite gaming franchises?
Brian explains that Resident Evil 6 misses the characteristics that make the series appealing, leaning too hard into a campy blockbuster vibe and losing the gritty, authentic tension that defined earlier entries.

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A bite-sized, conversational show focused on retro and indie gaming, hardware nostalgia, and game culture. Hosts steer lively discussions with a rotating cast of guests—from historians and writers to developers and critics—covering topics like classic consoles, print magazines, notable game design moments, and the creative processes behind books and zines. Episodes balance personal memories with industry context, offering accessible entry points for casual fans while still rewarding deep fans of the era. A standout trait is the emphasis on community-driven projects, publishing roots, and the broader storytelling around retro gaming, making it a good fit for listeners who enjoy well-rounded conversations that illuminate both the history and ... more

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Recent guests on Pixels and Polygons include:

1. Mike Diver
2. John Rogers
3. Fredo Fabrucci
4. Matt aka Stormageddon
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6. Kate Hunter
7. Ian Ferguson
8. Nate Drake

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