Retro games are video games that were developed and released in the past, typically during the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, and early 2000s. These games are often cherished by gamers (including myself) for their nostalgia, simplicity, and classic gameplay. Maybe that is why we spotted so many new games in an old-school jacket lately.
Let’s take a look at some of these new and upcoming ‘modern retro games‘ and take a closer look at what makes them so retro and therefore potentially cherishable.
This year we are excited to share a list of family-friendly games for Halloween to play with loved ones. Halloween is when people of all ages embrace their inner ghoul, witch, or monster and indulge in some spooky fun. While many Halloween activities are geared toward the older crowd, there are family-friendly options if you want to share the holiday spirit with younger family members.
GirlGamerGalaxy attended Castlefest and visited the Writer’s market. At this Writer’s market, we interviewed Patty van Delft. A Dutch fantasy writer whose books will also be available in English. Learn more about who she is, her inspiration, and how to become a fantasy writer.
Apperently, playing Chess is a hype. At least in the Netherlands it is. When the corona pandemic kept people stuck at home, (online) chess seemed a popular pastime for a lot of people. And when The Queens Gambit launched, even more people started playing. Online chess games have leaderboards where people can compete, and rank themselves amongst the world. At my current job, people play chess during their breaks regularly, ranking the store employees on the wall. Not much fun for me though, since I don’t really play. But luckily, there is a solution for that: Chessarama!
If you visit our social media a lot, you probably know that all four members of GirlGamerGalaxy visited Gamescom in Cologne Germany last August. During our visit, we met some awesome people and played many cool new games. This article will focus on the fighting game genre in particular. Especially the fighting games I (Purdey) played at Gamescom. Ready? Fight uh no I meant Read!
It is summer and all the festivals and conventions are in full blast. And it is also almost that time of the year again. The time that our gamer hearts have been waiting for all year. What are we talking about? Well about Gamescom! Here is a small introduction for those of you who have never heard about this event. Gamescom is a huge 4 days (5 days if you include game company parties or for the press) gaming convention in Köln (Cologne) Germany. And it is an event you do not want to miss!
The Barbie Movie came out last week. And you do not have to be fan of Margot Robbie or Ryan Gosling to want to see this movie. And regardless of your views on the effect the doll had on women of all ages, you cannot deny the popularity of Barbie. Even now, the amount of pink wearing movie goers and the sold out theaters really show that women love expressing themselves in this stereotypical girly theme.
I’ve recently started playing Dungeons and Dragons with a group of my friends. Since then, I’ve been wanting to play all day, every day. Just the fact that I can create, or actually, be, my own character, truly embodying them, is really appealing to me. I can say things I would never say in real life. Explore parts of my personality through someone else. Be someone who I’m not in real life (yet). But I crave the high that gives me when I’m not playing. I crave the mystery, the adventure. The never knowing when a group of Wolves will jump out of the forest to attack you. But of course, my friends can’t always play and I can’t either. So what games can I play as a substitute?
Amsterdam, the vibrant capital city of the Netherlands, is renowned for its rich history, stunning architecture, and picturesque canals. However, tucked away in the bustling streets lies a hidden gem for gamers and enthusiasts alike – Blast Galaxy Arcade. With its retro-inspired atmosphere, an impressive array of arcade games, and a nostalgic ambiance, Blast Galaxy Arcade is a place where we like to spend many of our Friday evenings!
First of all, let’s get something straight. We love gamers. That is no secret. And sometimes gamers meet other gamers and fall in love. One of the unique benefits of dating a fellow gamer is that it opens up a whole bunch of possibilities for fun activities both partners can enjoy. As a gaming couple, there are many fun activities you can do together to enhance your gaming experiences.
And even though female gamers see it as an added bonus to date other gamers, they are also fine with dating non-gamers. We know this for a fact. We took a poll on dating gamers: hot or not. So we made a list of possible gaming activities for couples, which you can also do with friends, family members or anyone whose company you enjoy. Now let’s get into it.
