The UKFF Retro Gaming Thread

[Stylin_and_Profilin]

Been going through the Arkham series again from scratch.

Actually feels a bit odd to consider that retro - maybe it's not - but still holds up really well and that open world stuff really is pretty special when you consider how expansive it is.

Didn't do all the Riddler trophies when i originally played them so that has been infuriating but rewarding in equal measure.

Arkham City definitely was the 'best' i feel overall in terms of the depth of the story. Origins got a bit of a critical panning at the time i seem to remember but it holds up pretty well and really like the way it has the various 8 or so super villians you have to work your way through and eventually fight.

[FLips]

I haven’t played Arkham Asylum since it originally came out. I was dealing with a severe case of Gastroenteritis and one night I had a fever dream/hallucination that Riddler was talking to me all night. Freaks me out thinking of replaying it.

[Onyx2]

2 hours ago, FLips said:

I haven’t played Arkham Asylum since it originally came out. I was dealing with a severe case of Gastroenteritis and one night I had a fever dream/hallucination that Riddler was talking to me all night. Freaks me out thinking of replaying it.

That almost sounds like the ideal way to play it considering the Scarecrow plotline.

[Merzbow]

The OG Ridge Racer arcade port has been announced for PS4 and PS5, too. I was hoping it wasn't going to be a Switch 2 exclusive as it should run on pretty much anything.

 

[DavidB6937]

But does it come with all the equipment necessary for full enjoyment?

[DavidB6937]

Random but just been going through some stuff in boxes and found a photo from one of the happiest days of my life.

(You'll be glad to know it wasn't just the case)

[Merzbow]

That's ace, you're half way to being AJ Styles with that case!

[DavidB6937]

I also like the fact I've got a British Bulldog top on, whether I wanted to or not.

[Big Bully Busick]

Visited the Birmingham Gaming Market yesterday 

 

The balance was all wrong with stalls  yesterday 

The Etsy based stuff is almost 50 percent of stalls which is ridiculous 

 

Those stalls have a place at such events but to have half the vendors selling 3d printed stuff etc is just disappointing 

 

https://youtu.be/L4SshDU3q7E?si=c3o9uubl8ydI1qq7

Edited May 19, 2025 by Big Bully Busick

[hallicks]

Been playing Pilot Wings 64 on Switch. I’m not sure what about it appeals to me, or keeps me coming back. Completionist? Addictive gameplay? FUN? Probably a combination of the three. I can see it not being for everyone, but I’ve found it hugely entertaining (and often infuriating). I feel like it’s got the easy to pick up/difficult to master combo. I haven’t yet been able to crash into any of the NPC hang gliders, which is kinda sad but I understand why they probably don’t want to encourage it. 

Finally got all silver badges on the hardest level, which unlocks the final bonus stage - Jungle Hopper. (Me neither).

[Merzbow]

I don't think I ever played one properly until Pilot Wings Resort, that was great fun for a tech demo. Might have to reinstall it to my 3DS now.

[FLips]

I enjoyed Pilot Wings Resort, I think the 3D effect was lovely on it. I’m a big fan of that glossy look it gave a lot of 3DS games.

I have the SNES version and wish it would hook me but it just hasn’t so far.

[The King Of Swing]

Recently picked a new HDMI converter for my Dreamcast, after browsing through this thread. 

Now I'm getting my arse kicked on Resident Evil 2, for the first time in lord knows how many years. 

Relearning the old tank controls, is definitely a nostalgic experience. 

[Merzbow]

Just finished the GOG version of the original Resident Evil 3 and yeah I like it more than the remake, no idea why they took out the entire clock tower section in the new game. I feel like the Nemesis is far scarier even with the archaic graphics and mechanics, too.

[The King Of Swing]

Just completed Claire route A of Resident Evil 2 . Took 4 hours 47 minutes. 

Had a blast.