Today, I’m facing a bit of a challenge when it comes to writing about the Fediverse. There are a few aspects I haven’t delved into yet, but here’s the deal: I’ve been using my backup server for writing for quite a while, and to be honest, I’d rather not discuss the Fediverse on my backup when I have another account with a whopping 17,000 followers. So, for the next hour, I’ve decided to use this backup server for what it was originally intended: talking about fun, lighthearted stuff like video games.
Guess what? I’m a proud owner of over 6,000 video games, with the majority being on PC. So, how about we take a moment to chat about a few games from my library?
We’ve got ourselves a horror game extravaganza with a splash of FPS action, known as the one and only 03.04! Now, let me tell you, has a cult following in Eastern Europe. They can’t get enough of it!
But hey, fair warning, don’t expect top-notch graphics here. We’re talkin’ rough-around-the-edges visuals that might make your eyes squint a bit. However, fear not! The character designs and sound effects are where the real party’s at. They’re downright delightful. You’ll be grinning from ear to ear.
Here’s the thing, though: this game ain’t for your everyday average potato computer. Nope, it demands a bit of horsepower. You’ll wanna whip out your Intel Core i3-7100 or AMD equivalent to get this baby rollin’. Oh, and don’t forget to bring along 4 GB of RAM. And last but not least, equip yourself with a Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 or AMD graphics card. Trust me, you’ll need ‘em to fully enjoy this experience.
But hey, despite its demanding nature, at least 03.04 knows how to have a good time. It’s got that sense of fun dialed up to eleven! So, gather your courage, gear up your PC, and get ready to dive into a horror-filled world that’ll have you on the edge of your seat—while simultaneously cracking a smile.
Alrighty folks, hold onto your beanies, ‘cause we’re about to take a detour from Realityville and dive headfirst into the weird and whimsical world of 0°N 0°W. You might be thinkin’, “Whaat? Is that the coordinates of the secret Krabby Patty recipe?” Nope, it’s a game, buddy! But not just any game, oh no, this bad boy is like Salvador Dali, Skrillex, and Willy Wonka teamed up to make the trippiest, ear-tickling, candy-for-the-eyes adventure you’ve ever seen!
Now, there’s a little bit of advice to be shared here. This game doesn’t come with a goal, nor a point, kinda like my ex… Anyway, it’s about getting lost in the sauce, you know, exploring and stuff. But here’s the catch – despite being as psychedelic as a unicorn on a rainbow rollercoaster, you gotta play it sober! I know, I know, it’s like going to a rave and doing the Macarena - it just doesn’t seem to add up. But trust me, if you dive into this digital fever dream already seeing double, you’ll end up more twisted than a pretzel at a yoga class.
Oh, and if you’re stressing over whether your ‘83 Commodore 64 will handle this beast, fret not. This game could probably run on your grandma’s microwave if you tried hard enough. All it needs is a solitary core 1.5 Ghz CPU and a gig of RAM. And if you’re one of those hipster folks with a Mac or a Linux – yep, you’re covered too!
Lastly, remember – this game’s got about as much substance as a hollow Easter bunny, but hey, that’s the whole giggle-filled point! So, saddle up, keep those munchies at bay, and prepare for the wildest sober trip of your life with 0°N 0°W!
Whoosh! There goes another hidden object game soaring out from the well-oiled assembly line of Big Fish Games, it’s called “1 Moment of Time Silentville.” I’ve got more of these babies than a hamster has offspring. I mean, come on, they’re as addictive as hot cheese on nachos!
Sure, they can be as identical as a pair of twins wearing the same outfits, but hey, there’s comfort in the familiar, right? Each game has you knee-deep in a mystery that’d make Sherlock Holmes sweat! You’re constantly on the lookout for grandpa’s lost dentures, Aunt Bertha’s misplaced crochet hook, or a dusty old coin from the Roman Empire. All crucial to cracking the case, of course!
Now, this particular version of digital hide-and-seek is playable on Windows and Mac. Sorry Linux users, you’ll just have to find your hidden objects in the real world, like… outside… or something. The game only needs a single core 1.6 GHz CPU and a 1 GB of RAM. Heck, it might even run on your toaster if you ask nicely.
It’s true, these types of games are as common as pigeons in a city park. But guess what? We still love to toss ‘em breadcrumbs because, just like those pesky birds, they’re a whole lot of fun. So, brace yourselves, detective hats on, and dive into the cluttered world of “1 Moment of Time Silentville.” Happy hunting!
Let’s talk about “$1 Ride.” Now, this ain’t your regular kinda game – no sir, it’s like the ultimate plain Jane of the gaming world. If it were a sandwich, it’d be the white bread – no mayo, no cheese, no ham… heck, not even a sad slice of lettuce. It’s a shoot ‘em up game so bare bones, it makes a skeleton look overdressed.
Do you remember those old DOS shareware games from the Jurassic period of technology? They were like the Aldi knockoffs of the real deal. Longing to play Galaga but you’re stranded with no NES in sight? No sweat! You’d just settle for some game you bought for a buck that was kinda-sorta-maybe like Galaga. Yeah, this game is basically that, but with less charm.
Most folks have swept those bargain bin relics under the rug of forgotten nostalgia, but lo and behold, here comes $1 Ride, trying to ride that wave like a surfboard with a missing fin. As for specs, it’s Windows-only, needs a 1.5Ghz or better CPU, and a measly 128MB RAM, ‘cause it’s about as demanding as a pet rock.
Now, not to sound like a Debbie Downer here, but trust me, you can take a pass on this one. You’re about as likely to miss out on a life-changing experience as you are from not watching paint dry. So yeah, move along folks, there’s nothing to see here!
Gather round, gamers, it’s time to hit you with some nostalgia.
Remember when the internet was but a young whippersnapper, and the pinnacle of online gaming was Flash games in the noughties? Ah, the good ol’ days! If you’re under 20, you’re probably like, “Flash? You mean like the DC comic book character?” No, kiddo, we’re talkin’ about the golden age of browser-based gaming!
Back in the day, a round of Bejeweled during lunch breaks was our “Fortnite.” We’d pop open a browser, dive into a pixelated platformer or a race against time, and voila! Instant entertainment. No battle passes or microtransactions, just the sheer joy of besting your own high score.
One game that revs up my nostalgia engine is “10 Second Ninja X.” This little gem is like a time-travelling ticket straight back to the Flash era, even down to the graphics. It’s as simple as PB&J – beat a level in 10 seconds. But don’t be fooled by the minimalist design and goal, it’s as addictive as a bucket of movie theater popcorn.
Heads up, this bad boy only runs on Windows and needs an Intel Core2 Duo E6320 or equivalent, 2 GB RAM, 512 MB VRAM, and about as much hard drive space as a few episodes of your favorite sitcom. Sure, it’s not as lightweight as those feather-like Flash games of yore, but by today’s gaming standards, it’s practically a ballerina!
So buckle up, ‘cause “10 Second Ninja X” is about to deliver a turbo-charged ride down memory lane. Just don’t forget to come up for air – and remember, fun should be measured in quality, not quantity, of seconds!
Gather round, folks, because I’m about to take you on a bizarre journey to the wild, wild East with the game, “100 nya.” Picture this: the 2010s in Russia, where the vodka flows and the games… well, they have this unique… um… aesthetic? It’s like trying to describe the color of a chameleon; you can’t quite pin it down, but you’d know it if you saw it.
Apparently, “100 nya” labels itself as a logic game, aiming for you to score 100 points by hopping around like a chess knight with too much energy. “Tons of combinations!” they say. “Infinite replayability!” they exclaim. Makes sense? Nah. Not to me, not to you, probably not even to the devs who created it.
Its saving grace, you ask? Well, it’s not too picky about its living conditions. Any Windows-powered rig with a 1.5 GHz processor, 1 GB RAM, and 512 MB graphics would do. Oh, and it’s a bit of a minimalist too, asking for only 150 MB of storage space. Frugal, ain’t it?
Now, let’s talk about those graphics. Boy, they’re a sight to behold – like Picasso had a fever dream about pixels. I’m not sure how this game ended up in my library. Maybe it snuck in with a bundle, like a stray puppy you didn’t know you had until it’s too late. Will you ever play it? Probably not. If you spot it lurking in the corners of Steam, it’s best to pretend you didn’t see it and merrily move along. Trust me, your sanity will thank you.
We’re going on a joyride with the curiously named “10,000,000.” No, I didn’t just faceplant on my keyboard, that’s the actual name! It’s like they were going for something intriguing but then thought, “Nah, let’s just slam the keyboard a few times.” Brilliant, right?
This little diamond in the rough (pun intended) labels itself as “The Dungeon Crawling Matching Game.” And you know what? It nails it harder than a clumsy carpenter. I’ve sunk more hours into this bad boy than I care to admit. So yeah, the graphics may remind you of an old DOS game if it went on a nostalgic pixel diet, but don’t judge a game by its pixels!
Imagine if Bejeweled and Candy Crush eloped and had a baby in a fantasy RPG world – that’s “10,000,000.” Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to hoard loot like a dragon with a shopping addiction. But wait, there’s more! You also get to play pretend wizard by brewing potions to boost your strength. Now we’re talking!
Puzzle Quest may have been the pioneer, but “10,000,000” has charm and character as colorful as a thrift store jacket. And guess what? It’s compatible with Windows, Mac, AND Linux. The only thing it demands is a Core2Duo processor, 1 GB RAM, and a tiny 50 MB of storage space. Less demanding than my cat on a Sunday morning.
This game may seem as simple as a bowl of cereal, but boy, it’s a whole lot more fun! I could wax lyrical about it all day long. So, if you’re into pixel art, puzzles, and plundering, give “10,000,000” a whirl. You might just find it’s worth every… pixel!
@atomicpoet It's pretty hard to try to get the last achievements in this game. I think I still have 3 to go.
