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 sweet, designed to be a quick listen and hopefully encourage your own response.

The logo was designed by Ry-Spirit - Instagram - @ryspiritart -

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Podcast episodes

  • Season 2

  • HOT TAKE I w/ Matt Caulder (Whatcha Doing?)

    HOT TAKE I w/ Matt Caulder (Whatcha Doing?)

    Welcome to Pixels and Polygons. 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… HOT TAKE! What’s that opinion you have that you know goes against the popular consensus about a gaming topic? My guest this week is: Matt Caulder! He likes to share his thoughts and opinions on games all over the internet. You can catch him streaming on weekdays and hosting Whatcha Doing? Podcast each week. Find all his links and socials in one spot right here: link.ee/mattcaulder Show credits: Ry-Spirit designed the logo - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit Background art from Super Mario Bros. 3 I created the music. Games discussed: Adventures of Cookies & Cream Final Fantasy XIII Patapom Super Mario Bros. 3 Killzone Silent Hill …& more! ---------------- 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 ---------------- 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! Also find all my digital books on the Patreon shop! ---------------- See all my links and projects right here: https://linktr.ee/darrenhupke

  • AVERAGE GAMES VII w/ Aaron (SuperPodSaga)

    AVERAGE GAMES VII w/ Aaron (SuperPodSaga)

    Welcome to Pixels and Polygons. 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 a personal favorite game or an average game you love that doesn’t get enough attention? My guest this week is: Aaron Klaassen! He is the co-host of the gaming podcast called SuperPodSaga (find it here: https://superpodsaga.com). You can also find and follow him on bsky at @superpodsaga.com. Show credits: Ry-Spirit designed the logo - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit Background art from Custom Robo I created the music. Games discussed: In the Hunt Final Fantasy IX Chrono Trigger Custom Robo Robotech Battle Daemon x Machina …& more! ---------------- 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 ---------------- 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! Also find all my digital books on the Patreon shop! ---------------- See all my links and projects right here: https://linktr.ee/darrenhupke

  • THIS OR THAT IV w/ Andre (Fine Time)

    THIS OR THAT IV w/ Andre (Fine Time)

    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… This or that challenge! My guest must choose between a surprise “this or that” gauntlet. 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 Ninja Spirit I created the music. Games discussed: Octopath Traveller Final Fight Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake Street Fighter Alpha 3 Overwatch Marvel Rivals Ridge Racer Jak & Daxter …& more! ---------------- 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 ---------------- 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! Also find all my digital books on the Patreon shop! ---------------- See all my links and projects right here: https://linktr.ee/darrenhupke

  • GAMEPLAY OR NARRATIVE II w/ Dave (Tales from the Backlog)

    GAMEPLAY OR NARRATIVE II w/ Dave (Tales from the Backlog)

    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 more important to you, narrative or gameplay? Are there some games that you’ve enjoyed with poor narrative but great gameplay or vice versa? My guest this week is: Dave Jackson! He is the host of Tales from the Backlog, a podcast that analyzes and deep dives into a single game from his backlog. Check out the podcast here: talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm Support his Patreon here: Patreon.com/realdavejackson Show credits: Ry-Spirit designed the logo - Instagram - @ryspiritart - https://www.deviantart.com/ry-spirit Background art from Monster Hunter Wilds I created the music. Games discussed: Morrowind Mega Man Lorelei and the Laser Eyes Tunic Monster Hunter Wilds Final Fantasy IV & VI 1000xResist …& more! ---------------- 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! Also find all my digital books on the Patreon shop! ---------------- 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 ---------------- See all my links and projects right here: https://linktr.ee/darrenhupke

  • PRESENTATION I w/ Brian

    PRESENTATION I 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… Presentation! What’s your favorite console look? Controller design? Case and box style? 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 Ninja Spirit I created the music. Games discussed: Harvest Moon Final Fight Guy Gears of War The Legend of Zelda Bonk II Ninja Spirit …& more! ---------------- 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! Also find all my digital books on the Patreon shop! ---------------- 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 ---------------- See all my links and projects right here: https://linktr.ee/darrenhupke