#OldschoolGaming

TECC :archlinux:73CC@social.tchncs.de
2025-06-23

On this day, June 23rd, 1991, Sonic the Hedgehog 🦔 was released on the #SEGA #Genesis. Developed by #SonicTeam, this lightning-fast platformer changed #gaming forever with its iconic loops, speed, and style.

Players raced through vibrant zones to stop Dr. Robotnik and free their animal friends. With legendary music by #MasatoNakamura and revolutionary level design, #Sonic became the face of SEGA and a #popculture phenomenon.

From Genesis to #Switch, #iPhone to #Arcade, Sonic’s legacy spans over 30 platforms! Today we celebrate the blue blur that redefined the genre 🌀

#OnThisDay #SonicTheHedgehog #RetroGaming #ClassicGames #Games #PlatformerLegend #GamingHistory #PixelArt #Mobygames #Sonic1991 #GamersUnite #OldSchoolGaming #SpeedRun

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TECC :archlinux:73CC@social.tchncs.de
2025-06-18

Released on this day in 1999: #Descent3 for Windows. 🎂

The third entry in the #Descent series built on its signature #SixDegreesOfFreedom movement, letting players fly and rotate freely in all directions, both inside claustrophobic tunnels and in large outdoor areas.

It introduced a new fully 3D engine, advanced lighting, smarter enemy AI, and more varied mission objectives. The game also featured robust #Multiplayer modes like deathmatch, teamplay, capture the flag, and the unique "monsterball".

A technical leap forward and a cult classic among fans of #PCGaming and #RetroGames.

#OnThisDay #FPS #90sGames #OldSchoolGaming

2025-06-11

Neues Spiel für den Atari Lynx!

Fruit'Y von RetroGuru ist ein fruchtig-kniffliges Puzzle-Spiel, das es in sich hat! Inspiriert vom Klassiker Gem'X (1991), gibt es nun auch eine Version für den Atari Lynx – und die kann sich sehen lassen: 120 Level, handgepixelte Früchte und Chiptunes vom Feinsten.

#AtariLynx #FruitY #RetroGaming #PuzzleGame #Homebrew #RetroGuru #Kaiko #SillyVenture #Atari #HandheldGaming #Chiptune #OldschoolGaming #Dragonbox #JungsiBlog #8bitLove

jungsi.de/fruity-atari-lynx/

2025-05-12

Xenoblast – Retro-Shooter der alten Schule!
Vertikal, schnell und fordernd: Xenoblast bringt klassisches Shoot'em'up-Feeling auf den ZX Spectrum – ganz ohne S.E.U.D.-Baukasten!
Mit sieben handgemachten Levels, cleveren Gegnerwellen und einem einzigartigen Bosskonzept ist hier echtes Können gefragt. Kein Frust, dafür viel Flow!

#ZXSpectrum #Xenoblast #RetroGaming #ShootEmUp #VerticalShooter #SpectrumLove #OldSchoolGaming #Cronosoft #8BitGaming

jungsi.de/xenoblast-sinclair-z

TECC :archlinux:73CC@social.tchncs.de
2025-05-11

Game Mechanics That Still Shape Today’s Hits:
Modern titles owe a lot to the classics. The popular #Metroidvania genre stems directly from Metroid and Castlevania. And the level design of Super Mario Bros. is still taught in #GameDesign courses for its clarity and pacing. #OldSchoolGaming laid the foundation for so much of what we play today.

#games #videogames #retro #art

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The Old School Game VaultTheOldSchoolGameVault
2025-04-18

🕹️✨ Remember When the PS2 Was the King of RPGs?
There was something magical about popping in a PS2 disc, hearing that iconic startup sound, and diving into a
I just wrote up a list celebrating some of the best and most underrated PS2 RPGs—the ones that made us fall in love with turn-based battles, epic soundtracks, and ridiculous boss fights.

👉 Check it out here: theoldschoolgamevault.com/blog

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Which PS2 RPG totally consumed your life back in the day?
Academia Frikiacademiafriki
2025-04-16

Spectrum, Amiga, MSX, PC… ¿Dónde descubriste los videojuegos? 🕹️💾

Academia Frikiacademiafriki
2025-04-15

Si pudieras viajar en el tiempo, ¿a qué era de los videojuegos volverías? ⏳🕹️

Sem tempo, irmãoguitarx@pixelfed.social
2025-04-03
No 500 dollar price tag, no games at 90 dollars, no DRM or always online. Just regular people enjoying the moment.

#PhantasyStar #SegaMasterSystem #RetroGaming #JRPG #ClassicGames #TurnBasedRPG #OldSchoolGaming #8BitGaming #RetroRPG #GamingNostalgia
This is a screenshot of Phantasy Star, a classic RPG released for the Sega Master System. The image shows a turn-based battle against an enemy called "DeadTree." The player's party consists of four characters: Alis, Myau, Odin, and Noah, each with their respective HP and MP values displayed. The menu on the left offers options such as Attack, Magic, Item, Talk, and Run. The background showcases a pixelated mountainous landscape.


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Esta é uma captura de tela de Phantasy Star, um RPG clássico lançado para o Sega Master System. A imagem mostra uma batalha em turnos contra um inimigo chamado "DeadTree". O grupo do jogador é composto por quatro personagens: Alis, Myau, Odin e Noah, cada um com seus respectivos valores de HP e MP exibidos. O menu à esquerda oferece opções como Atacar, Magia, Item, Falar e Fugir. O cenário de fundo apresenta uma paisagem montanhosa pixelada.
Sem tempo, irmãoguitarx@pixelfed.social
2025-03-24
Well, well, well, what do you know... I actually beat the game after all these years! It feels great!

#RetroGaming #PixelArt #CRT #ClassicGame #OldSchoolGaming #MedievalFantasy #90sGaming #RPGAdventure #SEGA #Genesis #MegaDrive
A imagem mostra a tela de vitória de King's Bounty no Mega Drive em uma TV CRT. O texto parabeniza "Mad Mohan" por recuperar o "Cetro da Ordem" das mãos dos vilões. Como recompensa, o Rei Maximus concede terras, um título de nobreza e uma medalha. A cena retrata um rei coroado, vestindo um manto roxo, segurando a medalha, enquanto dois guardas de armadura estão ao lado. O cenário é um palácio com montanhas ao fundo. O placar final é 2395.

English:
The image shows a victory screen from King's Bounty on the Genesis on a CRT TV. The text congratulates "Mad Mohan" for recovering the "Sceptre of Order" from villains. As a reward, King Maximus grants land, a noble title, and a medal. The scene features a crowned king in a purple robe holding the medal, with two armored guards beside him. The setting is a palace with mountains in the background. The final score is 2395.
Sem tempo, irmãoguitarx@pixelfed.social
2025-03-24
Remember playing this in the 1990s and loving it.

Still holds up (in my book, at least).

#RetroGaming #PixelArt #CRT #ClassicGame #MedievalFantasy #OldSchoolGaming #GameSelection #90sGaming #FantasyRPG #SEGA #Genesis #MegaDrive
The image shows a retro video game character selection screen displayed on a CRT television. The game is King's Bounty in the Genesis, featuring four characters: a knight in silver armor with a red cape, a warrior with a shield and axe, a bearded man in a tunic holding a staff, and a sorceress in a red dress casting magic. The background includes a green landscape with a castle in ruins. The text on the screen says "Continue Game in Progress" at the top and "Select Character and Press Start" at the bottom.

Português:
A imagem mostra uma tela de seleção de personagens de um jogo retrô exibida em uma televisão CRT. O jogo é , King's Bounty no Genesis, com quatro personagens: um cavaleiro de armadura prateada com capa vermelha, um guerreiro com escudo e machado, um homem barbudo vestindo uma túnica e segurando um cajado, e uma feiticeira de vestido vermelho conjurando ma
2025-02-21
Apple IIe — Snake Game in BASIC

Captured a nostalgic moment with my Apple IIe running a Snake game I coded in BASIC. The classic green monochrome monitor brings back the retro vibes of early computing. 💾

#AppleIIe #RetroComputing #VintageTech #SnakeGame #BASICProgramming #80sGaming #OldSchoolGaming #AppleII #ClassicComputer #GreenMonitor #RetroGaming #CodingInBASIC #MonochromeMonitor
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