Top 5 Retro Video Games - With My Nephew Chris! - NES, PS1, ColecoVison
Having my nephewChris join me on my YouTube channel to talk about his five favorite retro video games was a fantastic experience. He was home from Okinawa, and it was greathanging out with him. Not only did it allow me to showcase a fresh perspectiveon some classic titles, but it also provided viewers with a glimpse into thegaming interests of a “younger” retro gamer (at least compared to me). Chris and I covered several nostalgic games, with two of his standout picks beingSmurf: Rescue in Gargamel's Castle for the ColecoVision and Final Fantasy VIIfor the original PlayStation—two vastly different games that highlight thediversity and depth of retro gaming.
First, Smurf:Rescue in Gargamel's Castle is a unique retro title that Chris remembers withgreat fondness. Released in 1982, Smurf was a significant game for its time,especially because of its cartoonlike graphics and innovative platformingmechanics. In the game, players take on the role of a Smurf trying to saveSmurfette from Gargamel’s Castle, which Chris found both beatable and fun—heliked that it had an actual ending.
On the oppositeend of the retro gaming spectrum, Chris’s choice of Final Fantasy VII for the original PlayStation revealed his appreciation for immersive storytelling anddeep gameplay. Final Fantasy VII, released in 1997, is considered a landmarktitle in the RPG genre and is one of the most beloved games of all time. Thegame has complex characters, such as Cloud Strife and Sephiroth, and amemorable storyline, which revolves around saving the planet from the evilShinra Corporation. It has an excellent turn-based combat system, something commonin classic JRPGs. Our discussion of Final Fantasy VII brought out hisappreciation for both the technical achievements of the time and the depth ofgameplay that has allowed it to remain relevant in the gaming community evendecades after its release.
Throughout thevideo, Chris and I covered additional retro titles that rounded out his topfive, emphasizing the qualities that make each game a special part of gaminghistory. He offered a bonus pick as well. From early arcade-style games to themore graphically rich RPGs of the late ’80s and into the 90s, Chris’s picksshowed the evolution of retro games and his broad taste in video game genres.
Sharing theseinsights with my YouTube audience not only enhanced my content but alsoappealed to viewers who have a shared passion for retro video games. It was afun experience for both of us, and I look forward to having him back on thechannel to discuss more games.
