Snorkeling With Narwhals 8-Bit Narwhals
Sep 4, 2023
In this fun-filled discussion, the hosts reminisce about their earliest gaming memories with classics like the NES and Game Boy Color. They dive into the evolution of gaming, bemoaning the trend of unfinished releases like 'No Man's Sky.' Nostalgia reigns as they talk about the impact of games from PlayStation to Pokémon Go, and Microsoft's acquisitions shaking up the industry. They share their current favorites, like Mario Kart Tour, and tease exciting future podcast adventures, including a new spinoff focused on movies!
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Brian's NES Gaming Origins
- Brian McKay got his used Nintendo Entertainment System from a local ad and enjoyed classics like Mario and Duck Hunt with siblings.
- Prior to that, he tried gaming on a Nintendo borrowed from a neighbor when injured, marking his early gaming start.
Slippy's N64 Borrowed Experience
- Slippy got to borrow an N64 for a month after a neighbor sold it then had to return it but got his money back.
- Most of his early gaming was at neighbors' houses on N64 or GameCube before getting his own console.
Brian's Pokémon Crystal Memory
- Brian received a Game Boy Color with Pokémon Crystal for his 8th birthday in 2001, marking an unforgettable gift.
- He considers Pokémon Crystal one of the top five greatest games and remembers the anticipation vividly.
