Kalpi Labs / Build Log
Lab Notes.
The build log for Kalpi: cartridge experiments, console prototypes, physical publishing, failures, decisions and everything we learn while building the system in public.
Lab Note / 001 · Published
Why we're building a videogame console.
Why physical ownership, independent publishing and couch play are worth exploring again.
Lab Note / 002 · Planned
What should a cartridge be in 2026?
The first real hardware experiment: storage, saves, identity, durability and manufacturing.
Lab Note / 003 · Planned
Where did couch co-op go?
Why immediate local multiplayer should be part of Kalpi's identity.
Lab Note / 004 · Planned
No patches. Physical releases.
How R1, R2 and release history could make software versioning physical and transparent.
Lab Note / 005 · Planned
Can indie games become real objects?
Testing the economics of small physical manufacturing runs.
Experiment log
Built slowly.
Built in public.
Built in public.
New notes will be added as experiments begin.