I’ve been reflecting on the 'Golden Era' many of us in Gen Z grew up with. We witnessed one of the most explosive periods in gaming history—stretching from the Sega Saturn and N64 (5th Gen), through the legendary PS2 and GameCube era (6th Gen), and finally into the HD jump with the Xbox 360 (7th Gen).
For many of us, these weren't just consoles; they were our first windows into complex world-building and 3D strategy.
Personally, my journey with a white Xbox 360 Arcade and early Pokémon titles shaped exactly how I approach games today.
Whether I’m on my PC or switching to the Nintendo Switch, I find myself looking for that same 'soul' and mechanical depth I found in retro classics. It's why I'm currently mapping out a 'Gaming Family Tree'—I want to see the direct DNA link between an 80s arcade cabinet and the massive multiverses we play in 2026.
I want to leave some questions for discussion:
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What were the most important game consoles or handhelds you had as a child?
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What games today shaped your "play style"?
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When you start a new game, do you still want to feel that way, or has your taste changed completely?
People really want to feel nostalgic, but these games had an even bigger effect on our creativity.
Let’s talk! 🐺🎮