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Why new fan blog “Final Fantasy VIII is the Best” is the best in c/retrogaming@lemmy.world

[-] verycoolusername@lemm.ee 13 points 6 months ago

This is why I love the fediverse. I would never find this article by myself.

Why new fan blog “Final Fantasy VIII is the Best” is the best in c/retrogaming@lemmy.world

I miss the trend of games insulting you for quitting in c/retrogaming@lemmy.world

[-] verycoolusername@lemm.ee 23 points 7 months ago

Yeah I love the fact that in this game, the message was just for the sake of it, while nowadays it would be in order to keep the person playing it addicted to whatever skinner box is integrated into the gameplay loop.

Embracer Group Cancels ‘Deus Ex’ Video Game in c/gaming@beehaw.org

[-] verycoolusername@lemm.ee 5 points 7 months ago

This is just terrible. I love Deus Ex and was hoping to see a new game in the next 5 years.

Looking for advice on a kid/tamper proof retro gaming experience in c/retrogaming@lemmy.world

[-] verycoolusername@lemm.ee 2 points 8 months ago* (last edited 8 months ago)

If I may add a different suggestion: have you considered hacking one of the old consoles that you have/can buy used to enable retro gaming? A used Wii or Wii U for instance have great wireless controllers available, especially used Wiis without the games and accessories are dirt cheap. The process is very simple, just do a quick google. Basically, hack an old console, load the ROMs you have, get an appropriate wireless controller (8bitdo makes A LOT of compatible wireless gamepads), and you're good to go.

Here is an example, for the Wii U, though the Wii is probably even easier (but SD)

https://youtu.be/HRXwzGh-FoY?si=EG6HfJHcOGiJvrEs

You could also get the games using the virtual console offerings for the Switch if you don't want to mess with ROMs. I know the switch has that adapter thing that holds the nunchucks in a 'classic controller' gamepad form. Even very old consoles sometimes have great retro gaming or homebrew options, the classic Xbox to name one example.

All in all I think this would be the fastest and maybe even cheapest option.

Also, kudos for nurturing the love of video games in your son.

The Hidden Secrets of Alien Resurrection on the PS1 [MVG] in c/retrogaming@lemmy.world

[-] verycoolusername@lemm.ee 5 points 9 months ago

This channel is pure solid gold. Love every video he releases.

When was a game's price worth it to you? in c/gaming@beehaw.org

[-] verycoolusername@lemm.ee 6 points 11 months ago

Beat Saber. it was the Christmas time 2020, so during the pandemich, and I was living alone and had a lot of free time. Got myself a PSVR set. I maybe bough a game full price just once before. And Beat Saber cost me like 40 dollars. But it was so worth it. Played all of it, and even bought some DLC. An amazing game.

‘Tron’ fan finds rare ‘holy grail’ arcade game abandoned on sidewalk in c/gaming@beehaw.org

[-] verycoolusername@lemm.ee 8 points 1 year ago

I am so happy for this guy. He must be so stoked!

Unity rushes to clarify price increase plan, as game developers fume in c/gaming@beehaw.org

[-] verycoolusername@lemm.ee 8 points 1 year ago

I was just wondering - was there not a less ridiculous way available to increase revenue?

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Recently discovered this obscure, calm retro gaming channel. Take a look! (youtu.be)

submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by verycoolusername@lemm.ee to c/retrogaming@lemmy.world

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I love looking at retro gaming channels and this one caught my eye (I was looking for a Final Fantasy artbook review). He seems to have frequent updates, likes (J-) RPGs and the videos have this calm, relaxing quality (similar maybe to Noah Caldwell-Gervais) which seems to be quite rare on Youtube, where everything has to be loud and exciting.

Disclaimer: I have no connection to this youtuber. Just sharing.

The new setup in c/retrogaming@lemmy.world

[-] verycoolusername@lemm.ee 2 points 1 year ago

Straight out of a 90s cyberpunk film!

Bomb Rush Cyberfunk is out on Steam and Switch TODAY in c/gaming@beehaw.org

[-] verycoolusername@lemm.ee 4 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

The first reviews are very promising! :)

Sad that there isn't a physical version

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Is there a game that you've been very patient for, which turned out to be dissappointing when you finally started playing it? (lemm.ee)

submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by verycoolusername@lemm.ee to c/patientgamers@sh.itjust.works

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Personally there are a few games which left me very dissappointed, after hyping myself up for years in certain cases.

Divinity Original Sin: turns out I prefer more streamlined, less packed games (love Pillars of Eternity) and that coop play in a CRPG stresses me out.

Wasteland 2: I actually managed to finish this one but secretly I admit I was hoping for a better Fallout which I didn't really get. New Vegas did the cowboy theme much better.

INSIDE: while the design was cool, it was just a ton of boring, easy puzzles in comparison to LIMBO, its predecessor.

Alternate ways of playing games in c/gaming@beehaw.org

[-] verycoolusername@lemm.ee 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Such a cool site! Very nostalgic vibes

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What game feels 'timeless' to you? (lemm.ee)

submitted 1 year ago by verycoolusername@lemm.ee to c/patientgamers@sh.itjust.works

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For me it's Chrono Trigger. I always want to play it. I want to show it to my children. I hope it will be regarded as a masterpiece for generations to come.

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Just bought a PSP 2000. It is my first PSP, what should I know? (lemm.ee)

submitted 1 year ago by verycoolusername@lemm.ee to c/retrogaming@lemmy.world

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I was very lucky to find an almost good-as-new PSP 2000 locally. I am very excited about it! It will need a new battery though and it only came with an USB charger. Would appreciate any tips pertaining chargers and batteries. But if you have any gaming related suggestions or general tips I'm open for that too :)

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Want to buy a Nintendo DSi XL (lemm.ee)

submitted 1 year ago by verycoolusername@lemm.ee to c/retrogaming@lemmy.world

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As the title says, I am looking to buy a DSi XL (yes exactly that model) to add to my chandheld collection. What would be the best place to find some reasonably priced ones?

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Want to buy a Nintendo DSi XL (lemm.ee)

submitted 1 year ago by verycoolusername@lemm.ee to c/retrogaming@lemmy.world

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As the title says, I am looking to buy a DSi XL (yes exactly that model) to add to my chandheld collection. What would be the best place to find some reasonably priced ones?

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"Pick up and play" portable games? (lemm.ee)

submitted 1 year ago by verycoolusername@lemm.ee to c/retrogaming@lemmy.world

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I am an avid retro gaming fan. I mostly play JRPG games like Final Fantasy or Chrono Trigger but recently I've had very little time to enjoy big, complicated games. I am looking for recommendations for retro games that can be played over a longer peroid of time, but don't require a big time investment (re-) learning the systems or remembering the story. I play most of this stuff on emulators, so anything that can be emulated on my phone's Retroarch setup goes. Thanks in advance! :)

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Wii U: Birth of a Death (Part I) - Scott The Woz (youtu.be)

submitted 1 year ago by verycoolusername@lemm.ee to c/gaming@beehaw.org

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