Gaming nostalgia is real, but so is the challenge of returning to retro games after experiencing modern gaming conveniences. This video dives into the phenomenon many gamers face: the difficulty of enjoying classic titles once you've been spoiled by contemporary quality-of-life features, improved graphics, and smoother gameplay mechanics.

From faster load times and autosave functions to enhanced controls and HD graphics, modern games have set new standards that make it tough to appreciate the classics in the same way. While retro games hold a special place in gaming history and our hearts, the contrast between old and new can be jarring. This short explores that bittersweet reality of gaming evolution and how our expectations have fundamentally changed over the years.