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The 1990's tag refers to video games that are set in, inspired by, or evoke the cultural and aesthetic elements of the 1990s. This tag is used to categorize games that capture the nostalgia and essence of the decade in terms of visuals, music, references, and themes.

In the 1990s, gaming experienced significant advancements and shifts in technology, especially with the rise of home consoles like the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) and Sega Genesis. Many classic games from this era have become beloved icons to gamers.

Some key aspects associated with 1990's games include:

• Retro Graphics Games tagged as "1990's" often feature pixel art graphics reminiscent of older console generations. These graphics often use limited color palettes and character designs resembling those popular during that time.
• Chiptune Music The distinct sound of chiptune music using synthesizers was prevalent during this era due to technical limitations. Games tagged as "1990's" may incorporate chiptune-inspired soundtracks for nostalgic effect.
• Pop Culture References The 90s was a decade filled with pop culture phenomena such as TV shows, movies, fashion trends, and toys. Games under this tag may reference these cultural touchstones or feature themes inspired by them.
• Gaming Genres & Styles Many iconic game franchises were born or thrived during this period across various genres such as platformers (Super Mario World), fighting games (Street Fighter II), RPGs (Final Fantasy VI), adventure games (The Secret of Monkey Island), first-person shooters (Doom), racing games (Mario Kart series).

An example of a game often associated with the "1990's" tag is Sonic Mania, which pays homage to the classic Sonic the Hedgehog games from the 90s in terms of gameplay, level design, and art style.

Overall, games tagged as "1990's" aim to capture the nostalgic essence of a significant era in gaming history and evoke feelings of reminiscence for players who grew up during that time or have an appreciation for retro gaming.

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