2019 Year in Review!

YEAR IN REVIEW!
It's been good, but some changes had to be made.

In 2019, I had articles published in 32 physical issues of magazines and newspapers. I also write for a couple of websites, and my latest book, The SNES Omnibus Vol. 2 was published. I'm proud of my work, but this is down significantly from 2017 and 2018, where combined I had articles published in more than 160 issues (80+ each for both of those years). The primary reason for the downturn is that the Fort Worth Star-Telegram has for the most part stopped publishing entertainment-related articles from freelancers. In addition, several magazines I used to write for went under. Also, I've started a graveyard shift job (unrelated to writing) so our family can have a good, affordable healthcare plan.

Changing with the times and the new economy, I've started a Patreon page for fans of my work who are interested in reading exclusive articles and my monthly column. Patrons also get access to exclusive videos, behind-the-scenes photos, behind-the-scenes information, advance chapters of my books, my office archives, updates on my work in progress, personal updates, unpublished work, and more. For as little as a buck a month, you can join. Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/brettweiss

Thanks for your support, and have a happy 2020!

Read Old School Gamer Magazine #13 for Free!

The new issue of Old School Gamer Magazine is now online! You can read it for free by clicking HERE.

Support Brett Weiss on Patreon

I’m now on Patreon!

For just $1 per month, you can support my work and get early access to my videos.

For a little more, you can watch exclusive videos, ask questions that will appear in my videos, check out behind-the-scenes photos, get early access to my articles, read advance chapters of my books, view my office archives (such as early photos, articles, and unpublished material), and more. Thanks for your support!

Click HERE to go to my Patreon page.

As a follow-up to the above paragraph, I’ve had some people who aren’t really into gaming ask me about the whole Patreon phenomenon. Some had never heard of it. It's Patreon, as in Patron of the Arts. It seems like something new since so many YouTubers have Patreon accounts, but the concept actually dates back centuries. Catherine the Great was a patron of the arts, for example. Kings, queens, and other people of means would give money to artists, writers, musicians, and the like to support them in their work. Sometimes they would be rewarded with special perks, such as “free” commissions and private performances.

There’s been a bit of backlash against Patreon since some people have abused the program, but there are some excellent Patreon pages where you get some really cool perks for your contributions. The concept of the Patron has come back in a big way in part because it is harder these days to make money creating videos, books, albums, etc. than it was just a few short years ago. There are many reasons for this, including a very crowded field of content creators. Patreon can be a crucial way for the creator to keep it at. With my Patreon account, I will endeavor to make it worthwhile for anyone who contributes with all kinds of perks, including behind-the-scenes stuff, exclusive videos and articles, a look at archival material (including unpublished work), and more.

Thanks for your support!

Backstage Interview with Tommy Tallarico!

I had a blast at Video Games Live Saturday night, and I even got to interview the legendary Tommy Tallarico backstage before the show! You can watch the video on my YouTube channel by clicking HERE.

Thanks and enjoy!

The SNES Omnibus: The Super Nintendo and Its Games Books - HUGE SALE!

Super Nintendo Book Sale!

The two-volume SNES Omnibus book set is now on sale! You can now get the $100 set on Amazon for $65.35!

Click HERE to check out Vol. 1 and HERE to check out Vol. 2.

Here’s what you’ll get:

*Two MASSIVE, deluxe hardcover coffee table books, written by Brett Weiss, a respected gaming historian who’s super passionate about the Super Nintendo

*More than 470,000 words; More than 870 pages

*Write-ups for EVERY U.S. release for the Super Nintendo--each game gets at least one page

*More than 4,100 full-color images: box art, cartridge scans, screenshots, vintage ads

*A pair of colorful centerfolds featuring your favorite SNES characters

*Nostalgic stories from prominent YouTube celebs, programmers, developers, authors, reviewers, and other industry insiders

*Quotes from vintage magazines like GamePro and Electronic Gaming Monthly

*Essays on the Super Game Boy, the Super Scope, the Console Wars, and Super Metroid

Name Your Game Expo October 5-6 - Tulsa, Oklahoma

I'll be a guest at the Name Your Game Expo October 5 and 6 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. I'll be selling and autographing my books, and I'll host a panel on YouTubing. Here's the info about the show from the organizers:

Name Your Game Expo aims to represent all players by being uniquely positioned at the intersection of tabletop, video, competitive, and free play gaming. We take pride in showcasing a diverse lineup of both video games and tabletop games, powered by our Oklahoma-grown team members who are passionate about the genres and titles they curate!

Gaming is our focus, but no convention is complete without artists, authors, cosplayers, exhibitors, charitable causes and vendors. These contributors serve to round out our convention experience and further represent what gaming culture has to offer. We are thrilled to deliver an inclusive, family-friendly weekend for all attendees to enjoy!

Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center
200 W. Albany St., Broken Arrow, OK 74012
Hours of Operation:
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Old School Gamer Magazine #12 - READ FOR FREE!

Old School Gamer Magazine #12 is now available!

It features articles on Nolan Bushnell, the Magnavox Odyssey, Space Invaders, Yar's Revenge (by designer Howard Scott Warshaw himself!), and much more, including my article on YouTubing.

You can read the digital version for FREE by clicking HERE. Enjoy!