The Psychology of Nostalgia in Retro Gaming
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The Psychology of Nostalgia in Retro Gaming

Retro gaming has experienced a remarkable resurgence in recent years, captivating audiences and creating a thriving subculture within the gaming community. The phenomenon of retro gaming taps into the deep-seated emotions and memories associated with classic games. For example, if I see a picture of Mario, I am instantly transported to holding a Gameboy in my hand and struggling to get past level 2 of Super Mario World.

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The Evolution of Retro Gaming: Technological Advancements and Artistic Freedom in Game Development
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The Evolution of Retro Gaming: Technological Advancements and Artistic Freedom in Game Development

Retro gaming holds a special place in the hearts of every team member at Implicit Conversions. Every time we slap a cartridge into a NES or flick the switch on our beloved (and well-worn) Gameboy we evoke nostalgia. However, the evolution of retro gaming is not just a trip down memory lane; it’s a fascinating journey that reflects the symbiotic relationship between technological advancements and the artistic freedom of game developers.

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Implicit Conversions:  The Origin Story
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Implicit Conversions:  The Origin Story

Robin Lavallée and Jake Stine, co-founders of Implicit Conversions, open up about their backgrounds and the reasons behind the creation of their emulation company which brings retro games to modern consoles.

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My Video Game Platform Journey
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My Video Game Platform Journey

I spent some time recently reminiscing and mapping out my gaming platform journey… It all started with a Coleco Telstar Colortron, where I played “tennis”, “handball”, and “hockey” with my dad.

Eventually, my parents got me a NES, and that’s when the adventure really started!

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