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My Back. My Log. My Backlog. (Part 1)

Welcome to the “Year of the Backlog!” I’ve got dozens and dozens of games in my collection that, for one reason or another, got away from me. I’m not particularly interested in any of the newer releases out there, so I’ve taken it upon myself to hook up all my old systems and start knockingContinue reading “My Back. My Log. My Backlog. (Part 1)”

Sunshine Blogger Award

Did I get pulled into a 1990’s-style chain letter questionnaire à la the likes of AIM or early MySpace? I accept! Thanks to Pixels and Bows who nominated me for this “Sunshine Blogger Award” – which I’ll assume means that my writing is interesting enough to warrant the attention 😂 Please check out her blogContinue reading “Sunshine Blogger Award”

It’s Showtime: Top Ten Games Based On Sitcoms

Hey, friends! It has been one of the busiest Spring semesters of all time – including several state-wide events, a fresh set of classes and students, and an interview for my own job (which was successful!). When there were finally moments to breathe, TV sitcoms and video games were some of my greatest sources ofContinue reading “It’s Showtime: Top Ten Games Based On Sitcoms”

Pixel Art #69-71: Merry Pixmas

It’s Spring Break! And that means it’s finally time for me to start posting all the art I had done in December 😬 Below is a set of pixel pieces inspired by holiday movies! I was happy to sneak in one that’s actually from a game, too. Kevin’s sprite is from the original NES HomeContinue reading “Pixel Art #69-71: Merry Pixmas”

My Gaming Year In Review (2025)

2025 is going out with an ugh as I’ve now been sick for nearly two weeks with some sort of nasty cold. I feel tired, have a hard time sleeping, and use a substantial amount of Kleenex day and night. But, the blog traditions must continue! This year, more than ever, I felt like IContinue reading “My Gaming Year In Review (2025)”

Squeak Squeak: Top Ten Mice in Games

Well, it’s happened again. A mouse has somehow made its way into our abode, and I have been tasked to capture it. So far, my trap has come up empty, despite all the tasty peanut butter and chocolate chips that I’ve stashed inside. I thought maybe it had left on its own, but clues remainedContinue reading “Squeak Squeak: Top Ten Mice in Games”

Pixel Art #66-68: Silhouettes

On October 22nd this year (at 8:36 pm), I had the great pleasure of beating the original Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster game for the first time. A feat for the ages! I thought back to the iconic image of the four Warriors of Light, cast in shadows, overlooking a vast landscape while the text crawledContinue reading “Pixel Art #66-68: Silhouettes”

First You Draw A Circle: Top Ten Round Video Game Characters

November 2nd is officially “Look for Circles Day” which encourages people young and old to notice the round things in our everyday lives. Your coffee mug, the wheels of a bike, the iris of your eyes… the list goes on and on. What did I notice? Video game characters, of course! Take a moment withContinue reading “First You Draw A Circle: Top Ten Round Video Game Characters”

Pixel Art #63-65: Pixel’d Pumpkins

Halloween is here, and pumpkins are in season! Here are a few of most recent pixel art projects to celebrate the occasion. The Trick or Treat Kid from Earthbound Pumpkin Zone from Super Mario Land 2 Punkin’ from Monster Party Thanks for stopping by to read my post! Have you played any of these games?Continue reading “Pixel Art #63-65: Pixel’d Pumpkins”

Tickling the Ivories: Top Ten Pianos in Games

Some of my first memories with a piano involved going to my grandma’s house and making up songs on her lovely, black upright piano which she kept in her dining room. Of course, I had no idea what I was doing. For me, it was a game – an opportunity to create sounds that representedContinue reading “Tickling the Ivories: Top Ten Pianos in Games”