In this episode of 40 Something Gamers, hosts Markivus Nious and Scharonne Herrington welcome special guest Tisha for a fun, nostalgic, and insightful conversation about gaming across generations.<br />Tisha takes us back to her earliest gaming memories, from watching her brother dominate Mortal Kombat to discovering the game that truly pulled her into the world of gaming—The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. From there, the discussion spans everything from classic consoles and arcade culture to modern handheld gaming.<br />The crew dives into:<br /><ul><li>Console evolution and why portability matters more than ever</li><li>Cozy favorites like Animal Crossing and Stardew Valley</li><li>Challenging moments (Kingdom Hearts fans know the pain of Sephiroth )</li><li>Psychological and scary games that leave a lasting impact</li><li>The magic of arcades and shared gaming memories</li></ul><br />Tisha also shares why she’s firmly Team Mario over Team Sonic, her love for the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck, and why gaming is as much about community and shared experiences as it is about the games themselves.<br />This episode is a reminder of why gaming sticks with us—through every stage of life—and why talking about it together matters.<br /> Tune in, laugh, reminisce, and celebrate gaming culture with us. Episode Takeaways<br /><ul><li>Team Mario vs. Team Sonic debate lives on</li><li>Ocarina of Time is still a gateway game</li><li>Cozy games can be just as powerful as hardcore ones</li><li>Psychological horror hits differently than jump scares</li><li>Arcades shaped how many of us fell in love with gaming</li><li>Community is at the heart of the gaming experience</li></ul> Listen, Subscribe &amp; Join the Conversation<br />Available on your favorite podcast platforms.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your own gaming memories with us!<br /> Check out the merch: <a href="https://nious-media.printful.me/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://nious-media.printful.me/</a><br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/40-something-gamers-podcast--5073028/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/40-something-gamers-podcast--5073028/support</a>.