Nostalgia in Video Gaming

This chapter explores personal gaming memories centered around classic handheld and console games, particularly focusing on Donkey Kong, Atari 2600, and the nostalgic experiences of early gaming. It reflects on the evolution of gaming perceptions, highlighting how childhood experiences differ from adult perspectives and how skills developed over time. The discussion also touches on the early technical aspects of gaming, the social connections formed through games, and the transformative journey into computer programming.