Mortal Kombat: The Game That Defined a Genre Mortal Kombat is a classic video game that revolutionized the fighting game genre in the 90s. As a child, I spent countless hours playing it with friends and family, creating memories that still resonate today. In this blog post, I’ll dive into what I loved, what I didn’t, and the pros and cons of this iconic game. What I Loved One of the things I loved... »
90s Cartoons That Sneakily Entertained the Adults Too Growing up in the 90s, Saturday mornings were sacred. Cartoons ruled the screen, and we’d park ourselves in front of the TV, cereal in hand, ready to be transported to animated worlds. But as we’ve grown older, many of us have revisited these shows for a hit of nostalgia—only to realize that some of the jokes weren’t meant for us as kids. Yep, ... »
Summer Adventures of a 90s Kid My early summer days in rural New York were a whirlwind of dirty feet, scraped knees, and endless outdoor adventures. Running through fields and occasionally stumbling into thorny bushes was just part of the experience. The neighborhood kids would knock on my door, asking if I wanted to join their latest escapade, and my answer was always a resounding “yes.R... »
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater: A Game That Defined a Generation Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater was one of the most popular and influential video games of the late 90s and early 2000s. I have fond memories of playing it with friends and family, and I still enjoy revisiting it today. The game had a profound impact on the skateboarding world, introducing countless people to the sport and inspiring a gen... »
The Nintendo GameCube: A 90s Kid’s Reflection on the Early 2000s Icon As a 90s kid, I was lucky to grow up during one of the most exciting eras in gaming history. From the rise of home consoles to the arcade hits that defined our childhood, it was an incredible time to be a gamer. While I explored countless titles on systems like the Super Nintendo and PlayStation, there’s one console that I never... »
The Nintendo 64: A 90s Kid’s Favorite Console The Nintendo 64: A 90s Kid’s Favorite Console Growing up in the 90s, the Nintendo 64 (N64) was a cornerstone of my childhood gaming memories. I still remember borrowing it from my friend John and spending countless hours glued to the screen. Giving it back was always a struggle—and it’s not hard to see why. The N64 wasn’t just a gaming cons... »
Metal Gear Solid: A Groundbreaking Classic of the 90s Metal Gear Solid: A Groundbreaking Classic of the 90s If you were gaming in the late 90s, chances are Metal Gear Solid left an indelible mark on your childhood. Released in 1998 for the Sony PlayStation, this stealth-action masterpiece revolutionized the video game industry and quickly became a fan favorite. Developed by Hideo Kojima and publis... »