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32 Bit Library Volume 4 Kickstarter Campaign Launching May 10
32 Bit Library - The chronological visual retrospective of the PlayStation library.
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May 6, 2024
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[This unedited press release is made available courtesy of Game Developer and its partnership with notable game PR-related resource Games Press]
Darren Hupke :
San Tan Valley, US –May 6, 2024– Independent publisher of video game books, Darren Hupke, will be launching a Kickstarter campaign to fund the release of 32 Bit Library Volume 4 on May 10th.
The 32 Bit Library series focuses on the original PlayStation catalog and takes readers through a chronological journey of curated titles with each entry. Volume 1 covered every North American release by Capcom, Volume 2 covered Namco’s catalog, and Volume 3 focused on Konami’s PlayStation output. Inside, each game has a full written retrospective along with multiple screenshots and a double-page feature. There are also guest contributions from industry experts in each volume.
Volume 4 is focused on the combined catalog of Squaresoft, Atlus, Working Designs and Enix. A limited number of campaign backers will also have the option to submit their own stories to the book. Along with those bonus entries, Kurt Kalata from Hardcore Gaming 101, John Linneman from Digital Foundry and DF Retro, Jason Dvorak from GameRaveTV and Audi Sorlie from Limited Run Games are providing specialized entries that help share more about these games and take a deep dive into specific topics.
Volume 4 is already 80% completed, with only the bonus entries needing to be finalized to be print-ready. Once the Kickstarter campaign is completed and funds are processed, physical copies will be printed and distributed to backers, with estimated postage beginning before the end of September 2024.
Additionally, DRM-free digital copies of previous publications are available as optional add-ons, with physical versions also offered.
Features
Book Concept: 32 Bit Library is focused on taking a curated selection of games that chronologically breaks down the PlayStation library. The biggest games share equal coverage with the more obscure titles to recap the legacy of this classic system.
Content: Each volume has a written entry for every game inside, along with bonus entries by industry experts. There are a number of screenshots for each game, along with a two-page featured photo for nostalgic fans.
Format: Standard trade-size softcover and hardcover versions(6” x 9”) are available. After the final pages are added, Volume 4 will be around 400 pages.
Distribution: Shipping is estimated to start by late August for delivery in September 2024.
Funding and Promotion: Kickstarter funds will print the book for backers, and overfunding will create bonus items for all physical backers, like bookmarks, stickers, trading cards, and more.
Additional Options: DRM-free digital copies and previous volumes are available as add-one during the campaign.
Additional Information
About Darren Hupke
Darren Hupke has been a lifelong gamer and diehard PlayStation fan since 1995. He began his creative career writing comics before transitioning into writing about video games with the 32 Bit Library series. He studied audio production in school and contributed sound design for a small number of indie games. He also hosts a weekly gaming podcast called Pixels and Polygons. You can find him on most social media platforms as @darrenhupke and @32bitlibrary.
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32 Bit Library on Retro Game Books
32 Bit Library on Amazon US (also available in other regions)
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