Super Mario Bros
One of the most iconic games from the early days of video gaming has to be Super Mario Bros. The game was designed by legendary game designer, Shigeru Miyamoto. The story behind the game is both simple and poignant. Miyamoto created the game because of his love for nature while growing up in the rural town of Sonobe, Japan. Miyamoto wanted to imbue the game with a sense of the outdoors, hence, the inclusion of characters like the Goombas, Koopa Troopas, and the titular plumber Mario himself.
Pokemon
Another game that continues to hold a massive following even to this day is Pokemon. The game's creator, Satoshi Tajiri, was fascinated by collecting insects in his childhood. He would spend hours capturing bugs, observing their behavior and collecting them in jars. The idea behind Pokemon came to him when he wanted to create a game that would help children understand the joy of discovering and capturing new creatures while also educating them on environmental sustainability. Hence, Pokemon, or “Pocket Monsters“ in Japanese was born.
Sonic the Hedgehog
Sonic the Hedgehog was Sega's answer to the Super Mario Bros. craze. The game's development was headed by Yuji Naka who had previously worked on Phantasy Star for the Sega Genesis. Naka wanted to create a game that broke the mold for traditional 2D platformers. The character Sonic was initially created as a rabbit that could stretch its ears, but the team ultimately decided on a blue hedgehog. Naka believed that Sonic's speed and energy were what made the character stand apart from other platformers at the time. The game eventually became a massive hit, and Sonic went on to become Sega's mascot.
The Legend of Zelda
This classic Nintendo game was the brainchild of Shigeru Miyamoto yet again. Miyamoto, inspired by his childhood love for exploring the hills around his hometown, wanted to create a game that allowed players to explore and interact with the game's environment in new and innovative ways. Anybody who has played The Legend of Zelda can attest to how well Miyamoto's vision translated into reality. The game was an instant hit and continues to be a beloved classic even now.
Final Fantasy VII
The seventh edition to the popular Final Fantasy franchise was a game that was groundbreaking during its release. The man behind the vision was Hironobu Sakaguchi. The storyline was similar to the previous games in the series, but the game's graphics and gameplay mechanics were vastly improved. The game was a success and has gone on to sell over 10 million copies worldwide.
Conclusion
Rom games are timeless classics that have defined our childhood. Hearing the stories behind the creation of some of these iconic games just makes them even more special. It's fascinating to see how the unique experiences that these game creators had growing up influenced the games that they created. These games have left an unforgettable impression on the world of gaming and inspire generations of gamers even today. We hope this blog post was entertaining and enlightening, and reignited some nostalgia for these magical games of our past. Let's download and play the game here Techtoroms