Hades has some emotional moments. That game is so well-written. Trying to avoid spoilers, but the first time escaping was one, then the nth time escaping where they play that awesome track was another.
Bit of an odd one, but the “Jump Up, Superstar” sequence from Mario Odyssey. It was just a crash of nostalgia combined with the unapologetic celebration of Mario games in general and a heap of affirmation that you, the player, are awesome. It was so beautiful that I couldn’t help it.
And other givens like the endings to Mother 3 and Undertale.
At the end of Boone’s companion quest, we’re watching the sunrise, having barely survived the night. He confesses what really happened to his wife. Nat King Cole comes on the radio with “Love Me.” I weep.
Oh damn son. You brought back some painful memories. Imagine tracking down a loved one and finding them but finding out the only thing you can do for them is end their suffering.
Apollo 11 VR. I would be amazed if it’s a common response as most folks would probably just think of it as a very boring simulated rollercoaster. For me it produced an overwhelming feeling of awe as I reflected on humanity’s path to that point and the enormity of lifting off from our little blue pearl.
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