Emulate this! #1

I would like to introduce a new feature to the blog, Emulate this! Here, I want to make a recommendation for a classic game that perhaps you might have forgotten about or never had the privilege to play when you were younger. The obvious classics like: Megaman 2, Contra, Double Dragon, or Dr. Mario. always dominate our memories and need no reminder or recommendation, yet there are some unsung heroes of years past that deserve a second look.

The first edition's recommendation:

Ice Hockey

Although Blades of Steel seemed to dominate the Hockey gaming world, Ice Hockey was a quiet star. Players can choose from 6 national teams to compete in an entertaining 5 v 5 throwdown.


Shooting and scoring wasn't difficult enough to make you frustrated, yet not easy enough to make the game a cake walk. Button mashing was crucial to winning the puck when players scuffle for possession. Fights can break out where players must, again, mash buttons in order to be the victor of the 8-bit battle.



This game is best enjoyed when competing with a friend. I won't say that beating a computer isn't fun, but being able to yell and scream at the person sitting next to you never gets old with these classics. Also, enjoy the zamboni show in between periods.


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