Building the future on 1982 hardware. A devlog about Vectrex engineering, modern indie dev, and the code that connects them.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Only free issues | Publishes | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 61 | Founded | 4 years ago | Last Issue | 45 hours ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
vectrex.substack.comLatest Issues
GONG RIDER: As PiTrex game
GONG RIDER: a PiTrex game, line by line
I'm often asked how I develop for the PiTrex and what tools I use. Here is my complete workflow, including how to use a simulator to test your code on a Mac before creating a bare-metal image for...
Native ARM on the Vectrex
The Vectrex uses a 6809 running at 1.5 MHz and has just 1 KB of RAM; every game sold for it back then had to operate within those strict constraints.
Vector & Vertex is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my wo...
A Vectrex C compiler in your browser
Change the C code of GONG RIDER, build it in about 80 milliseconds, and play your version. Nothing to install.
There is now a page where you write C for the Vectrex, and it runs. The page hosts the whole toolchain in your browser: a prepro...
GONG RIDER
Update:
GONG RIDER now runs in your browser: Play it and change the C code here.
A flying carpet, a tunnel, and four gongs in 978 lines of C. How to play it and how every part works. The ROM and the full source are free.
GONG RIDER is a...
VEXXON Level 2 Gets Built By You
Vexxon shipped with one level, and it does what it set out to do: teach you the corridor, then make you fly it properly. I am happy with it.
Level two is a chance to do something different with it.
Vector & Vertex is a reader-supported pu...
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for Vector & Vertex.
| Subscribers | Engagement | 65 | Monthly Web Visits | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Sponsors | Estimated Cost per Ad | ||||
Explore More
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
Real retro hardware → supercharged for Steam. Pure wireframe. Zero sprites. Now: Vexxon (Vectrex) 🚀 #wireframe #lowpoly #retrodev #rogerboesch
Social
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for Vector & Vertex?
You can find recent issues that have been published by Vector & Vertex on Reletter by scrolling up to where it says Latest Issues. Tap on the link for any of the most recent emails or hit More Issues to see older ones.
How many subscribers does Vector & Vertex have?
To see how many people subscribe to Vector & Vertex, simply upgrade your Reletter account. We provide readership numbers and lots of other stats for this newsletter so you can decide if it's worth reaching out to.
How can I advertise in Vector & Vertex?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch Vector & Vertex as a potential sponsor or partner, make sure that you've done your research and checked its newsletter stats with Reletter.
Then, personalize one of our winning pitching templates and send it to the right person using the contact info provided.
How much does it cost to sponsor a publication like Vector & Vertex?
Newsletter ad rates (or CPM) vary depending on many factors, including industry, number of subscribers, open rate, ad placement and more.
To find out how much an ad will cost, contact Vector & Vertex using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to Vector & Vertex?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like Vector & Vertex. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.
How do I contact Vector & Vertex?
Reletter provides this newsletter's website URL above, where you will often find their contact information. We also provide links to associated social media accounts and pitching templates so you can reach out fast.