In 2025, we witnessed a glorious reign of retro charm and quirky indie brilliance, all while Nintendo was twirling its mustache in the corner. But who knew that as we basked in pixelated nostalgia, lurking in the shadows was the ominous specter of AI, ready to crash the party in 2026? It's like watching a beloved sitcom get a reboot—you're excited, but deep down, you know it's not quite the same. Remember those endless hours of joy spent mastering 8-bit challenges? Now, we might just be pawned off to algorithm-generated quests. So, let's cherish this era of creativity and innovation while it lasts! Who knows, maybe we can teach AI to appreciate the charm of a good old-fashioned platformer. Read more here: https://www.creativebloq.com/entertainment/gaming/why-retro-innovative-indies-and-nintendo-ruled-game-design-in-2025 #GamingNostalgia #IndieGames #NintendoForever #AIFuture #RetroGaming