Comment on Hypothesis: Modern retro-inspired indies are much more enjoyable than the retro games themselves
NewDark@lemmings.world 2 weeks ago
Things that were once revolutionary or novel for the time can only exist in that space for so long. The elements that worked can feel mundane and like a trope by our modern standards. The mistakes will also be only more highlighted over time as well.
Obviously that’s just a generality. Even if those games aren’t as good, it doesn’t mean they aren’t still good and enjoyable.
catfeeder@piefed.blahaj.zone 2 weeks ago
The sad part is, video games age so much quicker compared to other forms of media. It's been only 20 years but Morrowind already so clunky that even those who like the game would rather play literally any other RPG over it. 2d games suffer less from this but the lack of accessibility options, unusual controls, technical limitations and their influence on mechanics (e.g. life system) are all still a big problem that gets only worse with time.
Retro games can be enjoyable but whether they are worth the struggle is questionable.
duchess@feddit.org 2 weeks ago
I still like playing Morrowind.
doomcanoe@sh.itjust.works 2 weeks ago
Was gonna say, I was playing Morrowind earlier today.