Sure, modern gaming is all well and good with high definition graphics, motion-captured animation, and astronomical production values, but we'd scrap all that in an instant if we could have those very same games on the original PlayStation's hardware. Alright, that's a lie, to be honest, but there is something about PS1-era visuals that lends something extra, especially moody games like the just-released Elden Ring.
In fact, a fan — Hoolopee on YouTube — has recreated most of the game's debut trailer using 32-bit, low-poly assets, and the result is magnificent. Check it out for yourself above, and tell us you wouldn't play a demo of this. The video really nails the look and feel of games at that time — aliasing everywhere, flickering textures, and the pointiest character models you've ever seen. Absolutely glorious.
Spencer and Diego talk about the hellishly rad Nintendo Switch port of Dusk, and its demake, Dusk ’82! The Wrap-Up is a MonsterVine original audio series where our reviewers discuss the games they’ve been playing and to get a more personal perspective. iTunes – Google Play – Soundcloud MonsterVine · The Wrap-Up: Dusk (Switch) and Dusk ’82
Dusk ‘82 is a delightful puzzle game that takes the world of Dusk and makes it into a fun little throwback. It’s not the longest or most complicated title, but it serves as a perfect side-dish to Dusk if you want another taste of its unique world. DUSK ‘82 Developer: David Szymanski Price: $7 Platform: […]
