Video game writers have been testing whether their children can master the games they loved as kids, with surprising results. One parent found that while their children initially showed little interest in retro games, a modern Pokémon title sparked an obsession. The parent noted that the latest Pokémon games are far more visually impressive than the originals, but their children still enjoyed playing the classic Game Boy version from the 1990s.
The children easily recognised pixelated Pokémon sprites and sang along to the 8-bit music, unfazed by the primitive graphics. The parent observed that imagination is key to enjoying video games as a child, and that despite the dated appearance, the core strategy of Pokémon remains unchanged. One child commented, 'The colours are different but the strategy is the same.'
Another writer borrowed friends' children to test Mario Kart on the Nintendo Switch. The children quickly adapted to the modern controls, while the adult struggled with the changed button layout. One child described the game as 'ancient' but still enjoyed playing. The experiment highlighted how children can appreciate both old and new games, focusing on gameplay rather than graphics.
