The article highlights a burgeoning trend of retro gaming, centered around a games clinic at Four Quarters arcade where people bring their old consoles for repairs. Luke Malpass, the engineer, has turned his passion for fixing vintage gaming systems into a thriving business during the pandemic, reflecting a shift in gaming preferences among consumers. With 24% of Gen Z owning retro consoles, many gamers, including Gabriella Rosenau, are rediscovering the joy of classic games from their childhood. This phenomenon indicates a significant cultural shift back to simpler gaming experiences.
This community has been transformed into a games clinic for two days, attracting those nostalgic for retro gaming and eager to revive old consoles.
Gabriella Rosenau, a participant, highlights the appeal of retro consoles, saying she prefers playing nostalgia-inducing classics over contemporary games.
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