#gaming memories

[retrogamelovers]

Gaming Memory! ♥️

X-Men 2: Clone Wars 👊

[mcgeeki]

🌌 Kaidan Alenko Appreciation Post 🌌

I can't help but express my love for Kaidan Alenko, because he has actually ruined dating for me. 😅💔

From his incredible biotic abilities to his unwavering loyalty to his crew, Kaidan embodies strength and compassion. 💪❤️ He's not just a hero in battle but also a caring friend who's always ready to lend a hand when it matters most.

He has so many unforgettable moments that warm my heart. Whether it's his quiet conversations with Shepard or the way he always stands by her side, those little details make him an irreplaceable part of the Mass Effect universe.

But honestly, how am I ever supposed to date again after Kaidan? 😂 He has set my standards so high that it's almost impossible to find someone who can match him. 💔✨

So here's to Kaidan Alenko – the man who stole my heart and ruined dating for me! 💖🚀

[koushizzy]

a lil thing about the yakuza series and childhood memories

one of my favorite memories from when i was younger (about 9-10) was watching my dad play yakuza. it would be the middle of the day on a saturday and i would hear the ps4 turn on. as soon as i heard it, i would immediately run downstairs and join my dad on the couch. i didn’t even know what was going on in the game- not one bit of backstory, not one character name besides from kiryu. but i didn’t care. i just sat in quietly with my dad while i watched a cool guy in a suit do cool guy stuff.

to others, yakuza may make them think of the silly friday night memes or the awesome fighting. and don’t get me wrong, i think about that too. but to me nowadays, when i think of yakuza, i think of growing up. i think of watching kiryu’s journey as i go through my own. i think of finally being allowed to stay up at night and watching my dad play like a dragon until i fall asleep on the couch. i think of learning baka mitai for my dad’s birthday so i could sing it to him.

in short, yakuza means a lot to me and my childhood. sorry if this little rant thing was cringy in any way. i just wanted to share my love for this crazy series.

[theomenmedia]

GTA Vice City Turns 22!

Happy 22nd Birthday, GTA Vice City! Dive back into the neon-soaked streets and join the celebration of a gaming legend.

Read the full article here: https://www.theomenmedia.com/post/revisiting-neon-dreams-celebrating-22-years-of-gta-vice-city-s-iconic-legacy

[skysgroove]

Shadow of Mordor: A Journey Through the Dark Heart of Middle-earth- A game I used to play with my brother like friend

Gaming is more than just a hobby; it's a way to connect with our past and the people we cherish. Dive into my latest blog on Medium where I explore how Shadow of Mordor became a bridge to a lost friend. Share your own gaming memories too!

My Late Brother like Friend Shivansh Raj Pandey told me about it, he said- “Brother try this one — it’s called Shadow of Mordor.” I said okie, let’s go but I never thought this game will have this kind of deep memories and feelings that connect me with him. Rest In Peace brother! “Some games are more than just a way to pass the time—they’re a bridge to the people we’ve lost and the memories we…

[pjfree0216]

I remember playing The Sims 3 back when it was new, with only a few expansion packs available. I had the World Adventures pack and maybe one other. I was playing with a multigenerational family I created, featuring an adult male and an elderly female couple. I wanted them to have children, but I didn't want to adopt or have an affair. So, I decided to kill off the elderly female sim in a fire.

Worried that a fire at home might kill other sims in the household, I sent the elderly sim to another country—either China or France—and started a fire in a community house there. Little did I know, sims traveling abroad are effectively immortal. My sim started the fire, but instead of her dying, every other sim on the lot perished. The Grim Reaper was overwhelmed, jokingly saying, "This is too much; I need a sandwich."

Although I was annoyed that the sim I intended to kill survived, I found the situation hilarious and couldn't stop laughing. It was a memorable and amusing gaming experience.

[retrogamingloft]

This is the Commodore 64 rendition of the classic 1980 arcade game by Nichibutsu. A vertically scrolling space shooter, Moon Cresta garnered popularity during the golden age of arcade gaming. In this game, players maneuver a spaceship capable of docking with additional modules to enhance firepower.

It encompasses various stages with waves of enemy attacks, challenging players to achieve the highest score by defeating foes and navigating obstacles.

Personally, I regard this title as an exceptionally challenging and immersive space shooter hailing from the early era of arcade gaming. Kudos are due to the developers of this port, as it remains remarkably faithful to its arcade counterpart, especially in the gameplay department.

In the past, encountering home console and computer ports that bore little resemblance to the original was not uncommon – impoverished and inferior versions of arcade hits were disappointingly prevalent.

This was not always the fault of lesser systems; more often than not, a gamer's frustration stemmed from incompetent or lazy programmers delivering subpar versions despite extensive advertising.

The Moon Cresta port serves as a testament to the fact that dedicated developers could truly work magic. I'm delighted by this, as Moon Cresta has etched its place in gaming history, becoming an integral part of retro gaming culture.

[easternmind]

Pocket prayer book of youth

I possess neither the will nor the resolve to contest the assertion that the original THE LEGEND OF ZELDA is - and will assuredly remain - the superior entry from among the vast and varied compendium of creations which constitute videogame’s most hallowed and perennial franchise. Where early entries in similarly longstanding intellectual properties may deserve recognition for presciently paving the road to the confirmed greatness of its sequels, this very first glimpse of Hyrule already carried with it the complete spectrum of the series’s identity. Yet for all the unassailable merits of this, the action role playing game paradigm of the ages, it was its portable counterpart which came to constitute an enduring chapter of my life in games; of which I keep memories so precise and so vivid, the emotions elicited by them far outmatch the descriptive competence of my meagre vocabulary.

Some context is thus required to adequately set the scene. Readers of advanced years should be at an advantage here, having lived through these times when access to emerging technologies was fettered, either as a result of a stagnant economy and ensuing low purchasing power; or as the consequence of a poorly interconnected geography characterised by varying degrees of access to products and services. We find ourselves transported back to a moment in history when the vast majority of households owned but a single television, imperatively situated in the common room. The highly coveted access to screen time was, itself, the object of truculent negotiation among family members. Accordingly, my generation’s instant fascination with the fledgling domains of pocket electronic gaming was not in the least fortuitous. The untapped degrees of liberty permitted by these often shoddily manufactured, gaudy and strident machines were tantamount to a lifeboat rescue from the sinking vessel of dysfunctional households.

But therein lied the rub. For most of my childhood, the notion of portable game play was synonymous with an initial sense of excitement and novelty, soon followed by the dismaying apprehension of how lean, how finite their content was. In retrospect, it would be no exaggeration to affirm the emergence of the Game Boy as one of the most significant technological advancements of the not so distant era. Reductive and deficient assessments of the day place this phenomenon in lines parallel to what role the Walkman played for music listening, misguided perhaps by the parallel operation of interchangeable cassette tapes. A closer inspection should place it nearer to the introduction of the pocket transistorised radio from the mid-twentieth century, in that it first permitted music and radio programming to be accessed from virtually any location, at a safe distance from the quarrels of the living room.

My deep-seated infatuation for LINK’S AWAKENING cannot be dissevered from my obeisance for the system itself, the former representing the most carefully weaved and delightfully balanced specimen of what the latter’s five by four centimetre dot matrix with stereo sound could possibly offer. What few full-screen animated frames could be fitted into the tiny cartridge made for a spectacular opening I seldom skipped. The ever-expanding scale of the world therein played the thousand tricks with my mind, the console feeling increasingly heavier every time I stored it in my schoolbag or coat pockets. Inexplicably, it lived and breathed the same as LINK TO THE PAST, the monochromatic scale only further highlighting the stylish contours of Arimoto’s (et al) endearing artwork.

More importantly, it was where it dared parting ways with the canon where the tiny cartridge was at its most effulgent; for this was a project whose guiding principles were founded on a reductive design approach seeking to confuse and amaze the player by renouncing the very elements and symbols that had thus far categorised the former trilogy - the Triforce, Hyrule, or the fabled princess herself. Standing in for them was a bold new iconography: a gigantic egg resting atop a mountain, a circular assemblage of eight noble instruments from the ancient world, the indecipherable runes etched in stone, evoking the myth of a flying whale clothed in majestic naperons and of a talking owl not what it seemed.

LINK’S AWAKENING was as the proverbial dream within a dream. Whether I chose to play it in the park sitting on a bench, or standing by door of a classroom during school recess, I was all the while befuddled by the seeming impossibility of it all; that a machine smaller than most books I’d known had the capacity to elicit such an intense sentiment of déplacement, my surroundings barely holding together, wholly eclipsed by the signals emanating from its ghostly grid of liquid crystals. What wonders unfolded before my wide eyes of youth were perceived as an encounter with the transcendental.

[tmarshconnors]

Gaming

Gaming has been a significant part of my life since I first picked up a controller back in 1995 playing in those arcades. It’s not just a hobby; it’s a passion that has grown and evolved over the years. From card games like Yu-Gi-Oh to board games like Monopoly and Chess, and all the way to video gaming on platforms like Xbox and Nintendo, my journey through the world of gaming has been diverse and exhilarating.

I have fond memories of sitting around the table with friends, playing card games. Yu-Gi-Oh was a particular favourite of mine, not just for the strategy involved but also for the vibrant stories and characters. There’s something incredibly satisfying about building a deck and outsmarting your opponent, whether it's through cunning tactics or sheer luck. Those moments taught me valuable lessons in strategy, critical thinking, and friendly competition.

Then there are board games—classics like Monopoly and Chess. Monopoly brings out a mix of excitement and rivalry as you try to amass wealth and properties, while Chess is a battle of wits and foresight. Each game offers a unique experience that brings people together, encouraging laughter, tension, and sometimes heated discussions. The social aspect of gaming is something I treasure, as it builds connections and memories with family and friends.

When it comes to video games, my passion really exploded. Xbox and Nintendo have been my gateways to fantastic worlds and immersive storytelling. Whether I’m exploring vast open worlds, solving intricate puzzles, or engaging in competitive multiplayer matches, the excitement of gaming never fades. Titles that have come and gone over the years have left their mark on me, influencing my interests and sparking my imagination.

One of the reasons I believe gaming has such a lasting impact is its ability to transport us to different realms. It encourages creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork, while also providing an escape from reality. Each game presents new challenges and experiences that keep me coming back for more. I often think about how much I’ve learned through gaming—from strategic planning in complex scenarios to collaborating with friends online.

The phrase “GAMER4LIFE” resonates deeply with me. I know my journey in gaming is far from over. Whether I’m reliving nostalgic moments from the past or diving into new adventures, I embrace every opportunity to play. Gaming isn’t just a pastime; it’s a lifelong passion that continues to shape my experiences and friendships.

As I reflect on my journey, I’m excited about what the future holds. There are always new games to discover, stories to experience, and challenges to conquer. Here’s to many more years of gaming, connections, and adventures!

[theoldaeroplane]

worried that thing you put in your art or writing or game or music is too self-indulgent, too self-referential, too niche for anyone but yourself? fear not! you can do whatever you want forever. and you should.

[killerinstinctgold]

[retrogamelovers]

Gaming Memory! ♥️

Konami Krazy Racers 🏁

[ionlydrinkhotwater]

I think nothing really speaks to Neil's complex character the way Nora's answer to someone asking what's Neil's favorite memories are in the EC does where she said that both coming home from a run to find Andrew napping with their cats and Riko being shot in the head are some of his top favorites.

That's Neil/Nathaniels favorite thing: domestic bliss and the violent death of his enemies

[toxiccaves]

I like Link’s new weird dog

[eternvlsound]

PlayStation 2 Ocean Blue (2002)

[skysgroove]

My Ideal Week as a College Student, Gamer, and Anime Nerd

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