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RPS@PAX 2022: A deep dive into PAX’s Pinny Arcade communitySome pinteresting conversations
Some pinteresting conversations
I’ll admit, before I went to PAX I didn’t really appreciate how big Pinny Arcadewas. I’d definitely seen photos of colourful metal pins depicting characters from various video games fly across my screen as I browsed Twitter, but I had never thought much about them beyond that. I was shocked, then, to arrive at PAX and realise just how integral this collectable is to the show. Merch booths sell starter packs, individual demo stations flog game specific rarities and avid fans adorn their lanyards with their favourite pieces. It turns out, Pinny Arcade ishuge.
In the video above, we briefly discuss the history of Pinny Arcade before hearing from some of the collectors themselves. They told us how long they’ve been collecting for, which pin is their favourite, and why they enjoy being a part of this thriving community. There’s also some advice on how to get started yourself as well as some footage of the most glorious coat you’ve ever seen in your entire life.
If you’re looking for more PAX stuff, we also had a lovely chat with thecreator of upcoming golf-rogue-like Cursed to Golfas well as theCEO of TinyBuild. Alternatively, head on over to our dedicatedRPS@PAXpage to have a nosey at everything we’ve made so far.
