When Samus Aran first touched down on planet Zebes in 1986, Nintendo inadvertently created something revolutionary—not just a new type of action-adventure game, but the blueprint for one of gaming's most sophisticated speedrunning communities. Nearly four decades later, Metroid speedrunning has evolved into an art form that celebrates the very essence of what made the … Continue reading Metroid’s Speed Revolution
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Ruins of the Cosmos: The Chozo Legacy in Metroid
The Metroid series stands as one of Nintendo's most atmospheric franchises, blending sci-fi action with rich environmental storytelling. At the heart of this universe lies the enigmatic Chozo civilization—an ancient, avian species whose ruins, artifacts, and legacy form the backbone of Samus Aran's journey across the stars. Through careful architectural design, environmental details, and narrative … Continue reading Ruins of the Cosmos: The Chozo Legacy in Metroid
Metroid Fusion: Horror Elements in a Sci-Fi Setting
In the vast expanse of gaming history, few titles have managed to blend science fiction and horror as masterfully as Metroid Fusion. Released in 2002 for the Game Boy Advance, this fourth mainline entry in Nintendo's celebrated series took the franchise in a bold new direction, embracing psychological horror while maintaining the series' signature sci-fi … Continue reading Metroid Fusion: Horror Elements in a Sci-Fi Setting
The Sound of Solitude: How Music Shapes the Atmosphere of Metroid
When bounty hunter Samus Aran first stepped onto the alien world of Zebes in 1986, players encountered something different – not just in what they saw, but in what they heard. Or rather, what they didn't hear. In an era when video game music meant catchy melodies and upbeat tunes, Metroid's soundtrack dared to whisper, … Continue reading The Sound of Solitude: How Music Shapes the Atmosphere of Metroid
My Gaming History: Game Boy Advance
Previously on My Gaming History… ColecoVision Atari 2600 Nintendo Entertainment System Game Boy Super Nintendo Nintendo 64 PlayStation PlayStation 2 PC Gaming GameCube The early 2000s were a magical time for handheld gaming, thanks to Nintendo's Game Boy Advance. This little portable powerhouse succeeded the Game Boy Color and packed some serious tech under its … Continue reading My Gaming History: Game Boy Advance
My Gaming History: GameCube
Previously on My Gaming History… ColecoVision Atari 2600 Nintendo Entertainment System Game Boy Super Nintendo Nintendo 64 PlayStation PlayStation 2 PC Gaming Hey friends! Who's up for a trip down memory lane to the early 2000s and the days of the Nintendo GameCube? I was in college when the GameCube was first released, so I … Continue reading My Gaming History: GameCube
Video Games I’d Like to Play Again for the First Time
I'm not sure when it was that I saw a post like this. It's been sometime in the last few months, I'm certain of that. But I don't know exactly when and I don't know whose blog it was. It was a post where the blogger gave a list of 10 video games that they … Continue reading Video Games I’d Like to Play Again for the First Time
My Gaming History: Super Nintendo
Previously on My Gaming History… ColecoVisionAtari 2600Nintendo Entertainment SystemGame Boy The Super Nintendo Entertainment System (or SNES, which will allow me to be lazy), was introduced to North American audiences way back in September of 1991. And I actually can't remember when I got my hands on one. I know it wasn't right away. Because … Continue reading My Gaming History: Super Nintendo
My Gaming History: Game Boy
Previously on My Gaming History… ColecoVisionAtari 2600Nintendo Entertainment System In 1989, Nintendo released the incredibly successful handheld gaming console, the Game Boy. My memories regarding the Game Boy are not as strong as my previous gaming systems. I'm not sure why that is... but I'll piece this together as best I can. I mean, I … Continue reading My Gaming History: Game Boy
My Gaming History: Nintendo Entertainment System
Previously on My Gaming History... ColecoVisionAtari 2600 I don't remember when I actually received my Nintendo Entertainment System for Christmas. I mean, I know I got one for Christmas, I just don't remember what year it was. I'm pretty sure it was somewhere between the releases of Super Mario Bros. 2 and Super Mario Bros. … Continue reading My Gaming History: Nintendo Entertainment System
The Confusing Middle 