Okay, so today I decided to dive back into some retro gaming goodness. I dusted off my old console and decided to give “Oretachi Game Center Zoku Super Volleyball” a spin. It’s one of those classic arcade ports, you know?
Getting Started
First things first, I hooked up the console to my TV. That’s always a bit of a mission with these old things, figuring out which cable goes where. It’s not like the plug-and-play of today’s systems!
After I got the picture up and running, I popped in the game. The title screen came up, all pixelated and nostalgic, with that classic chiptune music. It instantly took me back!
The Gameplay
I jumped straight into a match. I’d forgotten how simple the controls were. Just a couple of buttons for bumping, setting, and spiking. But simple doesn’t mean easy, oh no.
The first few matches were a bit rough. My timing was way off. I was missing easy spikes, fumbling my serves, and basically just getting my butt kicked by the computer.
But then, it started to click. I started to get the hang of the timing, anticipating where the ball was going to go, and setting up my players for some killer spikes. It was so satisfying when I finally managed to pull off a perfectly timed power spike!
- Bump: Getting the ball in the air.
- Set: Positioning the ball for a teammate.
- Spike: Slamming the ball down for a point!
I started to feel the competition!
The Frustration (and the Fun)
Of course, it wasn’t all smooth sailing. There were definitely moments where I wanted to throw my controller. The AI can be pretty brutal, especially on the higher difficulty levels. They’re like psychic or something, always knowing where I’m going to hit the ball.
But even when I was losing, I was still having fun. There’s something about these old games, a certain charm that keeps you coming back for more, even when you’re getting frustrated.
Wrapping Up
After a good few hours of playing, I finally decided to call it quits. My eyes were starting to get a bit square from staring at the screen, and my thumbs were definitely feeling it.
Overall, it was a great trip down memory lane. “Oretachi Game Center Zoku Super Volleyball” might be old, but it’s still a blast to play. It reminded me of why I love these retro games so much. They’re simple, challenging, and just plain fun.
