MINIGAMES

Minigames are small, addictive games that can be found within larger video games. They are like the tasty appetizers that warm you up before the main course. Minigames are so beloved that they have spawned endless memes and jokes on the internet.

Origins of Minigames

The earliest minigame was probably a simple Pong game within Atari’s “Breakout” in 1972. Since then, developers have continued to include more elaborate minigames within their games. In Super Mario Bros. 3, for example, you can play “Whack-a-Monty”, a game where you have to hit the Monty Moles as they pop out of the holes. These games have become much more complex and intricate with time, and can now be found in everything from mobile games to AAA titles.

Popular Minigames

One of the most famous minigames of all time is “Triple Triad” from Final Fantasy VIII. This game within a game was fully fleshed-out, with its own rules, cards, and even characters to play against. Some players spent more time playing this minigame than they did the actual game.

Another iconic minigame was “Gwent” from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. This was another fully-realized card game that quickly gained a cult following. Players would challenge each other in taverns and spend hours strategizing and trading cards.

Memes and Jokes

Despite their small size, minigames have captured the hearts and minds of gamers everywhere. They have also become the source of many hilarious memes and jokes online. The phrase “Gotta catch ‘em all” from the minigame within Pokémon has become a cultural touchstone. The phrase “All your base are belongs to us” from a poorly translated minigame in Zero Wing has become an iconic meme.

In conclusion, minigames are the gifts that keep on giving. They provide hours of entertainment within larger games, and have become a cultural phenomenon in their own right. Who knew a tiny game within a game could be so beloved?