Nostalgic for the golden age of gaming?

Curious how modern masterpieces compare to pixel-perfect classics?

In this episode, we explore how games have grown alongside us.

What makes a game timeless, and can the magic of old still live in the tech of today?

We also dive into evolving music design, cultural trends, and how even weird jokes in Zelda tell us something about game design philosophy.

👉 Join Jacky, Edwin, and Sam as they reflect on what games used to be, what they are now, and where they’re headed next.

⏰ Timestamp:

00:00 Intro

01:02 What makes a game “classic” anyway?

02:49 Why old, simple games can be more fun

04:10 Cheat codes, discovery & Easter eggs in retro games

07:17 The high cost of polish and modern expectations

11:28 Crunch, scams & the dark side of modern dev

12:23 How music evolved from catchy 8-bit to epic orchestras

15:23 Revisiting the Nintendo greats

16:51 Are today's "classics" like Fortnite missing something?

17:54 How remakes like Silent Hill 2 can bridge the gap

19:56 Why retro design still holds magic

22:15 When kids rediscover your childhood games

25:32 Generational tastes: Roblox, Minecraft, Mario

26:42 What makes a game timeless?

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