Alright, retro gaming fanatics, gather ’round! Hybrid Publications has just dropped a bombshell that’s sure to ignite your collector’s spirit: pre-orders for ON: Volume Two are officially live!
If you were as blown away as we were by the sheer quality and dedication of ON: Volume One, you know this is something you absolutely cannot miss. Hybrid is once again delivering a premium, independent journal that celebrates the rich tapestry of gaming history, the vibrant present, and the exciting future, all wrapped up in a beautifully crafted, collectable print format. And, to sweeten the deal, they’re offering free UK shipping for the entire pre-order period!
Create your ultimate celebration of gaming
That’s the tagline for Volume Two, and it’s not just marketing fluff.
Hybrid is taking personalization to a whole new level. You’ll have the power to choose your cover design and select from a range of stylish slipcases to protect and showcase your precious edition. And for the ultimate flex, they’re even offering a limited edition Zelda premium slipcase blocked in gold foil. Just imagine that gleaming on your shelf!
For the truly dedicated, the Benefactor tier allows you to immortalize your name and even your printed logo within the magazine itself. You can even preview your logo using a generator on the ON website, and get exclusive updates via a monthly newsletter.
The Compendium Edition: A collector’s dream
Want to really go all-in? The Compendium Edition lets you curate your own selection of Volume One and Volume Two covers, all housed in a sleek, stealth slipcase. Not only does it look incredible, but it also saves you a tidy £25!
Exclusive content and giveaways!
But wait, there’s more! Chris Tapsell’s epic Pokémon feature, “Quest for Mew,” is being celebrated with a massive giveaway. Ten ultra-rare Mew special editions, which are not available for purchase separately, are up for grabs. Search the ON website for a secret code, and the first five people to email in will snag one. Plus, five lucky ON: Volume Two Pokémon edition purchasers will receive the Mew slipcase for free!
A glimpse inside ON: Volume Two
- Jeremy Peel ON the history of videogames via Wolfenstein: From its humble beginnings in 1981 to its modern iterations, Jeremy Peel explores the groundbreaking series that shaped the FPS genre.
- Caelyn Ellis ON the Playstation’s 30th anniversary: A personal journey through the memories and impact of Sony’s iconic console.
- Christian Donlan ON paths: A philosophical exploration of path-finding in video games, and how it transforms our experience of virtual worlds.
- Chris Tapsell ON Pokémon and the search for Mew: Unraveling the mysteries and myths that make Pokémon so magical.
- Keza MacDonald ON music games: Diving into the rhythmic world of games like Beatmania and Guitar Hero, and exploring the symbiotic relationship between music and gameplay.
- Yussef Cole ON Stalker 2: Examining the complex lineage and current relevance of the STALKER series, set in the haunting Chernobyl Exclusion Zone.
- Keith Stuart ON 90s horror games: A nostalgic look back at the 32-bit era’s most terrifying titles, and their enduring influence on modern horror games.
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ON: Volume Two is available for pre-order now at on.games, starting at £24.99. Shipping is slated for Summer 2025. Don’t miss out on this incredible collector’s item! This is more than just a magazine; it’s a love letter to the history and art of gaming.
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