"Retro" is the latest wave of nostalgia sweeping the globe, influencing everything from music and retail to broader cultural trends. There's just something about old-school cool that people can't get enough of.
But what exactly *defines* "retro" (レトロ) these days? A recent post on X from Japan has sent shockwaves through the gaming community. A user snapped a pic in Akihabara showing Nintendo 3DS games proudly labeled as "retro games." The post immediately blew up, with many gamers stunned that the 3DS is now considered a relic.
The original poster, 町田メガネ (@machidamegane), voiced their confusion, asking if we've truly entered an era where the 3DS is considered "retro." The post quickly went viral on X, sparking a flood of relatable reactions and collective groans from gamers.
Many netizens lamented: "If the 3DS is retro, I'm genuinely scared…", "So what does that make the SNES or Sega Saturn? Ancient artifacts?", and "These have been considered retro for ages; even the Wii is barely holding on."
The even harsher reality? The Nintendo 3DS launched way back in 2011, making it 14 years old. Some users pointed out that kids who were in first grade when it came out are now adults, a stark reminder of how quickly time flies and how "old" many feel.
This whole situation begs the question: what *is* a "retro game" anymore? Are we going to need categories like "Heisei Retro" soon? It's a sobering thought, realizing that the gaming eras we grew up with are quietly being swept away by the relentless current of history.
via： togetter