This childhood game exceeded all of our expectations.
It blew our minds. It was excellent. We had no idea.
This nostalgic forum post from PlayStation fans begins with such statements, as players reminisce about their fond memories of this game, expressing a desire to remember more about it. They praise it as a gem and a classic, drawing a comparison to another beloved game called “Time Busters.” They recall specific levels and challenges, like fighting a gorilla in a boxing ring or jumping into rabbit holes to collect items. They express their love for it. They remember playing it on the PlayStation.
“This game was a banger,” one user writes.
“A childhood giant,” replies another.
“IGN gave it a 9,” a third user remarks, as if this fact alone is enough to justify its quality.
“I had no idea it was that good,” someone else writes.
“God, I miss the PlayStation,” another user replies, echoing a sentiment that seems to appear on this forum frequently.
“I rented this game from Blockbuster and had a fantastic time,” another writes. “That was a long time ago.”
“We already have enough consoles,” another user replies, making a joke about how constantly sharing cool old games online is sometimes enough to make anyone feel like they own every single console from a bygone era.
Some players express regret for missing out on this game. Others argue that the game doesn’t hold up well. But for many, the game triggers nostalgic memories, and they express gratitude for being reminded of this masterpiece.
“I had no idea this was so well-liked,” one user writes. “I loved it as a kid, but I’m not really into platformers.”
“You should revisit it to see its flaws,” another replies. “It’s definitely not a bad game. But I will admit I get the nostalgia. It’s a core memory for me.”
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