Jay Hunter: the Game Chasers
Get ready to meet the man behind one of retro gaming’s most legendary YouTube series! Jay Hatfield is the co-creator of The Game Chasers, the hit show that’s been taking viewers on wild rides through flea markets, garage sales, and game stores across the country since 2010 — hunting down some of the rarest retro games ever made. Inspired by the thrill of the hunt, Jay helped turn game collecting into must-watch entertainment, and even brought that passion to the big screen with the feature film Adventures in Game Chasing. He’s also the mastermind behind Retropalooza, one of the biggest retro gaming conventions in Texas. Jay lives and breathes game preservation, and he’s bringing all that energy to IzziCon!
Pete Steven “aka 16bit Pete”
IzziCon is proud to welcome one of our own! Peter “16BitPete” Steven is a local legend at Izzi’s Gym and a retro gaming wizard who brings classic consoles back to life. Known for his incredible restoration and modding work, 16BitPete has built a reputation for “rescuing” vintage hardware and turning it into something amazing — including custom portable NES and N64 builds that have to be seen to be believed. With a deep love for the 16-bit era and a passion for hardware preservation, Pete proves that retro gaming isn’t just about playing the classics — it’s about keeping them alive. Come meet the hometown hero of IzziCon!
ERic, “AKA 8-BitEric”
This man does it ALL. 8-Bit Eric is a YouTube creator, Twitch streamer, author, songwriter, and — yes — independent professional wrestler, all rolled into one unstoppable force of retro gaming passion. Since launching his channel back in 2009, Eric has built a dedicated following with his no-nonsense game reviews, sharp takes on gaming news, and deep love for nerd culture. You may have also spotted him in the feature film Adventures in Game Chasing alongside fellow retro gaming creators, or caught him in the ring wrestling as Joey Spector. Based out of South Texas, 8-Bit Eric brings a one-of-a-kind creative energy that IzziCon attendees are NOT going to want to miss!
Adam Koralik
If you’ve ever fallen down a rabbit hole of console history on YouTube, there’s a good chance Adam Koralik put you there. Adam is one of the retro gaming community’s most respected voices, known for his incredibly detailed console overviews, hardware deep-dives, and his famous “Quick Shoot” series that walks viewers through generations of gaming history. A proud Sega Dreamcast superfan with one of the most impressive collections you’ll ever see, Adam brings serious knowledge and infectious enthusiasm to everything he covers. He’s also a co-founder of Game Society Pimps and hosts his own gaming podcast. IzziCon is about to get a masterclass in gaming history!