Favorite Retro Games of 2025

No.209 #Dailyvlog #vlog #DJIpocket3 #filmmaking #youtubetips Anbernic RG35xxPlus* https://geni.us/GamingDevice My main camera* https://geni.us/DJI-Pocket3_Bo My stills and second camera* https://geni.us/Fuji_Xm5 My most important piece of tech* https://geni.us/Samsung-Fold5 I colorgrade all my videos with Dehancer. Use discount code YOUKNOWTHEBO for 10% off at https://www.dehancer.com * * This is an affiliate link. You do not pay more, but you will support the channel😉 Thank you very much This is my second channel. Check out my main channel here http://youtube.ISMONO.com INSTAGRAM https://instagram.ISMONO.com PODCAST on Spotify https://geni.us/IsmonoPodcast-Spotify PODCAST on Apple https://geni.us/IsmonoPodcast-Apple If you enjoy my content and you would like to support my channel, you can check out my Patreon here https://www.patreon.com/youknowthebo ARE YOU A CONTENT CREATOR LOOKING FOR ADVICE? You can book 1on1 coaching sessions. Contact me via email ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ In this late-December vlog, I’m reflecting on the best retro games of 2025 that helped me maintain my mental health during a rough year. Being a casual gamer over 40 with a busy freelance schedule means I don't have time for massive Triple-A updates or DRM hurdles. Instead, I rely on the Anbernic RG35XX Plus and a library of classics that allow for quick 10-30 minute "brain resets". From the tight controls of Super Mario Advance 4 to the deep, emotional storylines of Chrono Trigger and Final Fantasy VI, I break down why these specific titles are perfect for anyone with a busy lifestyle. I also discuss my "cheating" strategy—using walkthroughs and save states to ensure gaming remains a stress-reliever rather than a chore. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 00:00 - Recovering from being sick 00:47 - Retro gaming as a "Brain Reset" 01:18 - Comparing the RG35XX Plus and RG40XV 02:01 - Why I prefer Retro over Modern Triple-A games 05:45 - The timeless appeal of Tetris 07:16 - Why GBA Mario beats SNES Mario controls 10:22 - The approachability of Wario Land 11:36 - Best Beat 'Em Ups: Streets of Rage 2 & TMNT 13:12 - Why Chrono Trigger is a Top 5 game 16:52 - Final Fantasy VII & parental support 19:07 - Final Fantasy VI: Dealing with random battles 24:07 - Grinding while watching Star Trek 24:53 - Coming Soon: Is Star Trek Voyager worth it? ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬