UFO 50 Finally Lands on Nintendo Switch
It has taken nearly a full year, but the retro-inspired game collection, UFO 50, has made its debut on the Nintendo Switch. This announcement, which was casually included in a montage during the recent Nintendo Indie Showcase, has sparked excitement among gamers. The collection features an impressive array of 50 original 8-bit games, all meticulously crafted into a cohesive package, making it an ideal addition for anyone who owns a Switch console.
A Journey Through UFO 50
Having invested close to 100 hours exploring UFO 50 on the Steam Deck since its release, I have engaged in numerous discussions with friends regarding which games stand out the most. Interestingly, opinions vary widely, which is part of the charm of UFO 50; it offers a diverse selection that appeals to a variety of gaming preferences. The choice of a favorite game can reveal intriguing aspects of one’s personality.
Your Favorite Game Reveals Your Personality
After thorough analysis of each title within the collection, I can now determine your personality traits with remarkable accuracy—99.999%, to be precise—based on your preferred game. This is all in good fun, of course. If you’re new to this expansive collection, consider this guide a helpful starting point, structured according to the order in which the games appear.
Game Personalities Explained
Barbuta: You possess a deep curiosity for the unknown, influenced by early PC games that you remember fondly, even if they seem lost to time.
Bug Hunter: A pivotal moment in 2018 shifted your perspective, leading you to become a fervent advocate for indie games.
Ninpek: Family gatherings once excited you, particularly for the chance to sneak into the basement to play NES games.
Paint Chase: While you don’t actively seek out satisfying videos on social media, you’re certainly not averse to pausing for a soap-crushing clip.
Magic Garden: Although labeled a “casual gamer,” you have logged extensive hours in various versions of Puyo Puyo.
Mortol: You have an appreciation for themes of mortality, reminiscent of the tone found in Donnie Darko.
Velgress: You’ve staunchly defended the original Metroid as the best in the series for so long that it’s now too late to reconsider your stance.
Planet Zoldath: You enjoy the concept of “hard sci-fi,” although the exact definition may elude you.
Attactics: You find yourself at the center of the “How often do you think about the Roman Empire?” meme phenomenon.
Devilition: Growing up in Massachusetts, you’ve retained a fascination with the Salem witch trials, often sharing your knowledge with others.
Kick Club: You have a tendency to steer discussions from current AAA games to the history of Taito during every online chat you participate in.
Avianos: You are well-versed in the “4X strategy” genre, baffled by others who struggle to remember what those initials represent.
Mooncat: You have experienced LSD recently.
Bushido Ball: You were an avid viewer of Shogun during its original airing, yet you’ve never seen Yojimbo.
Block Koala: You often find yourself as the sole person in a room familiar with the term “sokoban.”
Camouflage: You’re passionate about puzzles, although you occasionally resort to seeking solutions online.
Campanella: You deliberately take up hobbies like knitting, finding joy in the simple act of threading a needle.
Golfaria: You’re drawn to compelling elevator pitches and can gauge your interest in something based solely on that. Your intellectual curiosity about golf is evident, despite limited experience.
The Big Bell Race: While browsing streaming services, you avoid any films exceeding 100 minutes.
Warptank: You hold a strong moral stance against war, yet you find tanks visually impressive, grappling with this internal conflict.
Waldorf’s Journey: Adventure Time is your favorite television show.
Porgy: Every year, you make it a tradition to watch Jaws on the Fourth of July.
Onion Delivery: Your humor leans towards the absurd, relishing in gross-out jokes and slapstick comedy. Wario is an icon for you.
Caramel Caramel: You identify as an art enthusiast.
Party House: You have a knack for inviting friends over to play board games, often opting for the most complex game available, spending hours explaining the rules.
Hot Foot: Your best moments were during middle school gym class, and you continuously strive to relive those glory days.
Divers: You also watch Jaws every Fourth of July, but your motivation is rooted in a career in marine biology.
Rail Heist: You frequently assess your surroundings for potential makeshift weapons, even though you’ve never had to use this skill.
Vainger: You uphold traditional gaming values, envisioning video games as experiences filled with power-ups and robots.
Rock On! Island: As a child, you spent hours sneaking onto Addicting Games during school hours.
Pingolf: Mini-golf is your preferred date activity, and you’ve mastered the art of finding the coolest spots.
Mortol II: As an academic, you feel compelled to intellectualize your gaming interests, despite any self-consciousness about the hobby.
Fist Hell: You claim to be a film enthusiast, yet your list of favorites includes cult classics like They Live and RoboCop.
Overbold: Friends have agreed to keep you away from card tables, knowing you have a tendency to double down, even when it’s not in your favor.
Campanella 2: Your favorite childhood toy was the one that required tilting a wooden board to navigate a marble through a maze.
Hyper Contender: When a new platform fighting game is released, you boast about its superiority over Super Smash Bros., citing obscure movement mechanics that most find difficult to master.
Valbrace: You’re self-aware, understanding your own quirks.
Rakshasa: You’re not particularly spiritual, a fact you vocalize frequently, while secretly hoping for the existence of reincarnation.
Star Waspir: You simply enjoy shoot ’em ups, even referring to them as “shmups.”
Grimstone: Your decision to purchase UFO 50 stemmed from someone mentioning its homage to Dragon Quest, and you’re now preparing an in-depth YouTube analysis of it.
Lords of Diskonia: As a child, you were fascinated by Pogs and Beyblades, despite not fully grasping how to play them.
Night Manor: You often inquire if friends have seen the latest horror flick on Shudder, genuinely surprised when they admit they don’t subscribe.
Elfazar’s Hat: As an amateur magician, you prefer to reveal this fact only after several months of friendship.
Pilot Quest: You excel at multitasking, managing to appear busy at work while secretly gaming on multiple fronts.
Mini & Max: While many previous observations may have been lightly mocking, I believe that those who choose this game as their favorite are genuinely kind-hearted individuals, radiating warmth and positivity.
Combatants: You’ve intentionally tried edible insects.
Quibble Race: We need to address a concern regarding your sports betting habits. While I was fine with the occasional wager, your recent pushes to involve me in your hockey bets have crossed a line. Do you even watch hockey? Is it still on TV?
Seaside Drive: Your perception of Miami as the ultimate city is influenced solely by your experiences in Grand Theft Auto: Vice City.
Campanella 3: Your aspiration in life is simply to experience a ride on Star Tours.
Cyber Owls: You proudly identify as an amateur birdwatcher, confidently misidentifying warblers as sparrows.
UFO 50 is now available for play on Windows PC and Nintendo Switch.
