Nostalgia Therapy: Why We Replay ...
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Nostalgia Therapy: Why We Replay Games

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Lore & Order: A Gaming Podcast by James Padley & Amrith Eldridge

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Does hearing an old game soundtrack instantly transport you back in time?

Can a loading screen, menu sound, or familiar world make you feel comforted, reminiscent...or even a little sad?

In this episode of Lore & Order, we explore the power of nostalgia in gaming. Why certain games stay with us for decades, why revisiting them feels so meaningful, and what those experiences reveal about who we were - and who we’ve become.

So join us for a round of Nostalgia Therapy. Because nostalgia in gaming isn’t just about replaying old favourites; It’s about reconnecting with a past version of yourself.

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Gaming Psychologygaming nostalgianostalgia in video gamesretro gaming nostalgiareplaying old gamesnostalgic video gamescomfort gamesretro gaming culturegaming and identityemotional gaming experiences
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