40 Retro Gaming Memes Old School Gamers Can Only Handle With A Power Glove

If you ever blew into a cartridge like it was some ancient ritual to summon Mario, this one’s for you.

Retro gaming wasn’t just a pastime—it was an era of pixelated challenges, unforgettable soundtracks, and the kind of frustration that only a glitchy boss fight could bring.

These retro gaming memes are a love letter to those golden days, serving up nostalgia and laughs in equal measure.

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