Hi, I'm Marco, a developer and designer working across games, tools, music, and hardware under the SB Studios banner.
- 🎮 [Polaris Studios]: 2D games & custom engine tooling (Galactic Tour 64, Callisto’s Trial)
- 🧪 [Nebulab]: Developer utilities and web tools (ZPL Generator, Portfolio Tools)
- 🎵 [Shineburst]: Music, vinyl, and creative expression (Original Music, Merch Vinyls)
- 🕹️ [Lunarcade Studios]: Hardware builds and retro game projects (Desktop Arcade Cabinet)
- 🍰 [M⌒o’s Bakery]: Cozy-themed experimental baking brand (Branding, Merch)
- 🌌 [Mosaic Skies]: Astrophotography, Space Visuals, and Celestial Art
A modular Python toolkit for beginner game developers. Built on Pygame, it includes scene management, transitions, audio handling, save/load, and a debug-ready pause menu.
Perfect for: Students • Solo Devs • 2D Game Projects
A complete pong-style game showcasing PolarisKit's capabilities.
Features:
- ✅ 4 Game Modes
- 🎨 Full Customization (Paddles, Balls, Fields)
- 🏆 Achievement System
- 🎮 Retro M64 Styling
🧩 PolarisKit Core | Modular Pygame Starter Kit
Status:
Tech Stack: Python, Pygame
Comprehensive game development toolkit featuring:
- 🎬 Scene Management System
- ⏸️ Advanced Pause Menu
- 💾 Save/Load Functionality
- 🔊 Audio Management
- 📐 Scalable Project Structure
Links: Ko-fi Product
🎮 PolarisKit Controller Expansion | Gamepad Support
Status:
Tech Stack: Python, Pygame, SDL2
Adding seamless gamepad support with:
- 🎮 Plug-and-Play Detection
- ⌨️ Automatic Keyboard Fallback
- 🔄 Input Abstraction Layer
- 🎯 Multiple Controller Support
🗺️ PolarisKit Tiled Expansion | Map Editor Integration
Status:
Tech Stack: Python, Pygame, Tiled
Load and render Tiled maps with the PolarisTileEngine:
- 🗺️ TMX/TSX File Support
- 🎨 Multi-Layer Rendering
- 🚪 Object Layer Parsing
- ⚡ Optimized Tile Rendering
🏎️ Galactic Tour 64 | Top-Down Arcade Racer
Status:
Tech Stack: Python, Pygame, Tiled
Features:
- 🏁 Multiple Racing Cups
- 🏆 Trophy & Unlock System
- 🎮 CC Class Progression
- 🎵 Original M64-Style Soundtrack
Links: Showcase Repo
👽 Cosmic Invaders | Roguelike Space Shooter
Status:
Tech Stack: Python, Pygame, Tiled
A Space Invaders remake with roguelike elements:
- 🌳 Skill Tree Progression
- 🎨 Ship Customization
- 🎲 Procedural Enemy Waves
- ⚡ Power-Up System
💻 SB Studios Website | Central Hub for All Branches
Status:
Tech Stack: Astro, Sanity CMS, Typescript
Features:
- 📱 Responsive Design
- 📝 Dynamic Content Management
- 🎨 Branch-Specific Pages
- 🛒 Product Integration
🎮 M64 Custom Console | Hardware Gaming Device
Status:
Tech Stack: Raspberry Pi, 3D Printing, Electronics
A compact gaming console designed from scratch:
- 🖨️ Custom Case Design
- 🔌 Hardware Wiring & Assembly
- 🎮 Original Game Support
- 📺 HDMI Output
| Project | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 🧩 PolarisKit | 2D Game Engine | View |
| 🌙 Callisto's Trial | Space Themed Rogue-like | View |
| 🏓 PolarisPong | Pong Remake | View |
| 🏎️ Galactic Tour 64 | Arcade Racing Game | View |
💼 For Employers, Recruiters, & Collaborators
Most of my work lives in private repositories to protect the IP behind SB Studios games, tools, and hardware projects. I'm a solo developer building original content from the ground up, from the game engine to the physical console.
📩 Want to see the source code?
Send me a message! I'm happy to grant access or walk through the architecture, design decisions, and technical stack.
or just drop a ⭐️ on something cool