Xerardo Ancient Game Music
@xerardo-game-music.bsky.social
I make music mods for 80s/90s video games together with the YT channel Pieces of 8-bit's HQ Remakes (https://www.youtube.com/@HQRemakes).
My YT channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@Xerardo-Ancient-Game-Music
RetroGaming | GameMusic | Synth | GamingHistory
My YT channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@Xerardo-Ancient-Game-Music
RetroGaming | GameMusic | Synth | GamingHistory
The UK Parliament held one of the most eloquent debates ever about video games on November 3rd. Not about violence, but about preservation, ownership, and culture.
It’s a pleasure to hear lawmakers speak about games as art worth saving.
#StopKillingGames #DigitalOwnership #UKParliamentDebate #SKG
It’s a pleasure to hear lawmakers speak about games as art worth saving.
#StopKillingGames #DigitalOwnership #UKParliamentDebate #SKG
STOP KILLING GAMES - UK Parliament Debate (Part 1)
YouTube video by Xerardo
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November 12, 2025 at 3:45 PM
The UK Parliament held one of the most eloquent debates ever about video games on November 3rd. Not about violence, but about preservation, ownership, and culture.
It’s a pleasure to hear lawmakers speak about games as art worth saving.
#StopKillingGames #DigitalOwnership #UKParliamentDebate #SKG
It’s a pleasure to hear lawmakers speak about games as art worth saving.
#StopKillingGames #DigitalOwnership #UKParliamentDebate #SKG
How to commemorate your childhood jump’n’run hero... 🌈🪢💀
#CommanderKeen #DOOM #RetroGaming #GamingCulture #DarkHumor
#CommanderKeen #DOOM #RetroGaming #GamingCulture #DarkHumor
Commander Keen Hanging Around in DOOM II 1994
YouTube video by Xerardo
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October 30, 2025 at 5:14 PM
How to commemorate your childhood jump’n’run hero... 🌈🪢💀
#CommanderKeen #DOOM #RetroGaming #GamingCulture #DarkHumor
#CommanderKeen #DOOM #RetroGaming #GamingCulture #DarkHumor
In DOOM II: Hell on Earth, John Romero (@johnromero.bsky.social) left a hidden backwards message in the final level 'Icon of Sin'.
#doom #gaminghistory #retrogaming #fps #easteregg
#doom #gaminghistory #retrogaming #fps #easteregg
John Romero’s Hidden Backwards Message in Doom 2 (1994)
YouTube video by Xerardo
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October 28, 2025 at 3:51 PM
In DOOM II: Hell on Earth, John Romero (@johnromero.bsky.social) left a hidden backwards message in the final level 'Icon of Sin'.
#doom #gaminghistory #retrogaming #fps #easteregg
#doom #gaminghistory #retrogaming #fps #easteregg
The time DOOMGUY found Commander Keen in Castle Wolfenstein
Doom II: Hell on Earth - MAP32: Grosse on Nightmare difficulty, where id Software’s worlds collide.
Background music: remixed Wolfenstein 3D classics by @hqremakes.bsky.social
#Doom2 #CommanderKeen #Wolfenstein3D #RetroGaming #EasterEggs
Doom II: Hell on Earth - MAP32: Grosse on Nightmare difficulty, where id Software’s worlds collide.
Background music: remixed Wolfenstein 3D classics by @hqremakes.bsky.social
#Doom2 #CommanderKeen #Wolfenstein3D #RetroGaming #EasterEggs
Doomguy's Nightmare: Bad Dreams in Castle Wolfenstein
YouTube video by Xerardo
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October 21, 2025 at 4:28 PM
The time DOOMGUY found Commander Keen in Castle Wolfenstein
Doom II: Hell on Earth - MAP32: Grosse on Nightmare difficulty, where id Software’s worlds collide.
Background music: remixed Wolfenstein 3D classics by @hqremakes.bsky.social
#Doom2 #CommanderKeen #Wolfenstein3D #RetroGaming #EasterEggs
Doom II: Hell on Earth - MAP32: Grosse on Nightmare difficulty, where id Software’s worlds collide.
Background music: remixed Wolfenstein 3D classics by @hqremakes.bsky.social
#Doom2 #CommanderKeen #Wolfenstein3D #RetroGaming #EasterEggs
One of the earliest game soundtracks ever, Ultima III: Exodus by @richardgarriott.bsky.social is a cornerstone of retro gaming history. This beautiful high-quality recreation by
@hqremakes.bsky.social perfectly captures the timeless spirit of Kenneth W. Arnold’s original compositions.
#RPG #VGM
@hqremakes.bsky.social perfectly captures the timeless spirit of Kenneth W. Arnold’s original compositions.
#RPG #VGM
Ultima III: Exodus (HQ Remake) - Complete Soundtrack
YouTube video by Pieces of 8-bit's HQ Remakes
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October 20, 2025 at 3:56 PM
One of the earliest game soundtracks ever, Ultima III: Exodus by @richardgarriott.bsky.social is a cornerstone of retro gaming history. This beautiful high-quality recreation by
@hqremakes.bsky.social perfectly captures the timeless spirit of Kenneth W. Arnold’s original compositions.
#RPG #VGM
@hqremakes.bsky.social perfectly captures the timeless spirit of Kenneth W. Arnold’s original compositions.
#RPG #VGM
A dreamy blend of Irish folk and Celtic atmosphere. From one of the most beautiful video game soundtracks of the 2000s: the music of Braid by Jami Sieber, Shira Kammen, and Cheryl Ann Fulton.
#VGM #Braid #Celtic #GameMusic #ForgottenMelodies
#VGM #Braid #Celtic #GameMusic #ForgottenMelodies
Beautiful & Dreamy Music (Braid Soundtrack)
YouTube video by Xerardo
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October 7, 2025 at 1:22 PM
A dreamy blend of Irish folk and Celtic atmosphere. From one of the most beautiful video game soundtracks of the 2000s: the music of Braid by Jami Sieber, Shira Kammen, and Cheryl Ann Fulton.
#VGM #Braid #Celtic #GameMusic #ForgottenMelodies
#VGM #Braid #Celtic #GameMusic #ForgottenMelodies
From ZX Spectrum beeps to symphonic gothic soundscapes: The original Heavy on the Magick (1986) theme (linked in comments) reimagined as background music for my attempt at playing this one-of-a-kind adventure from another era.
#GothicMusic #Symphonic #VGM #ZXSpectrum
#GothicMusic #Symphonic #VGM #ZXSpectrum
Heavy on the Magick (1986) Symphonic Gothic Incantation
YouTube video by Xerardo
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September 30, 2025 at 12:20 PM
From ZX Spectrum beeps to symphonic gothic soundscapes: The original Heavy on the Magick (1986) theme (linked in comments) reimagined as background music for my attempt at playing this one-of-a-kind adventure from another era.
#GothicMusic #Symphonic #VGM #ZXSpectrum
#GothicMusic #Symphonic #VGM #ZXSpectrum
90s voice acting at its finest: Paul Eiding (@pauleiding.bsky.social) as Lazarus in Diablo (1996) channels chilling fanaticism, bringing the infernal cultist to life. 🔥👹
#Diablo #VoiceActing #90sGaming #GamingHistory #RetroGaming #Iconic #DarkProphecy
#Diablo #VoiceActing #90sGaming #GamingHistory #RetroGaming #Iconic #DarkProphecy
Iconic 90s Voice Acting: Diablo’s Lazarus Tomes (Paul Eiding)
YouTube video by Xerardo
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September 9, 2025 at 3:08 PM
90s voice acting at its finest: Paul Eiding (@pauleiding.bsky.social) as Lazarus in Diablo (1996) channels chilling fanaticism, bringing the infernal cultist to life. 🔥👹
#Diablo #VoiceActing #90sGaming #GamingHistory #RetroGaming #Iconic #DarkProphecy
#Diablo #VoiceActing #90sGaming #GamingHistory #RetroGaming #Iconic #DarkProphecy
New HQ remake by @hqremakes.bsky.social of one of the most iconic VGM compositions ever. 🎶
100% AI-free music production! If you enjoy it, give it a like and subscribe to support the craft.
#Diablo #Tristram #RetroGaming #VGM #MusicRemake
100% AI-free music production! If you enjoy it, give it a like and subscribe to support the craft.
#Diablo #Tristram #RetroGaming #VGM #MusicRemake
Diablo I (HQ Remake) - Tristram (Crystallized Version)
YouTube video by Pieces of 8-bit's HQ Remakes
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September 5, 2025 at 3:17 PM
New HQ remake by @hqremakes.bsky.social of one of the most iconic VGM compositions ever. 🎶
100% AI-free music production! If you enjoy it, give it a like and subscribe to support the craft.
#Diablo #Tristram #RetroGaming #VGM #MusicRemake
100% AI-free music production! If you enjoy it, give it a like and subscribe to support the craft.
#Diablo #Tristram #RetroGaming #VGM #MusicRemake
Back when game devs hid little love letters to each other…
#DukeNukem #EasterEgg #Doom #RetroGaming #FPS #90sGaming
#DukeNukem #EasterEgg #Doom #RetroGaming #FPS #90sGaming
Hmmm... That's One Doomed Space Marine
YouTube video by Xerardo
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September 4, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Back when game devs hid little love letters to each other…
#DukeNukem #EasterEgg #Doom #RetroGaming #FPS #90sGaming
#DukeNukem #EasterEgg #Doom #RetroGaming #FPS #90sGaming
🎶💾 A handpicked selection of my favorite video game melodies of early ’90s PC FM synth.
#VGM #RetroGaming #FMSynth #GameMusic #Soundblaster
#VGM #RetroGaming #FMSynth #GameMusic #Soundblaster
FM Synth Video Game Music That Feels Like The Early 90s
YouTube video by Xerardo
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September 2, 2025 at 2:16 PM
🎶💾 A handpicked selection of my favorite video game melodies of early ’90s PC FM synth.
#VGM #RetroGaming #FMSynth #GameMusic #Soundblaster
#VGM #RetroGaming #FMSynth #GameMusic #Soundblaster
I’ve gathered some of the most beautiful nature-infused video game soundtracks, from the forests of Baldur’s Gate to the mysteries of Secret of Evermore. Perfect for relaxing and wandering in your imagination.
#VGM #RPGMusic #NatureMusic #ElderScrolls #BaldursGate #NatureAmbient #VideoGameMusic
#VGM #RPGMusic #NatureMusic #ElderScrolls #BaldursGate #NatureAmbient #VideoGameMusic
Nature-Infused Video Game Music That Feels Like Exploring
YouTube video by Xerardo
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August 19, 2025 at 2:10 PM
I’ve gathered some of the most beautiful nature-infused video game soundtracks, from the forests of Baldur’s Gate to the mysteries of Secret of Evermore. Perfect for relaxing and wandering in your imagination.
#VGM #RPGMusic #NatureMusic #ElderScrolls #BaldursGate #NatureAmbient #VideoGameMusic
#VGM #RPGMusic #NatureMusic #ElderScrolls #BaldursGate #NatureAmbient #VideoGameMusic
Games tied to servers are destroyed 70% of the time, with no end-of-life plan in 97% of cases. Planned obsolescence dressed up as “services.”
#StopKillingGames #ConsumerRights #DigitalPreservation #GameIndustry #SKG #GamesMedia
#StopKillingGames #ConsumerRights #DigitalPreservation #GameIndustry #SKG #GamesMedia
Stop Destroying Videogames is the least we can ask - Euractiv
Killing videogames isn't just unfair, it is planned obsolescence under a new banner.
www.euractiv.com
August 18, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Games tied to servers are destroyed 70% of the time, with no end-of-life plan in 97% of cases. Planned obsolescence dressed up as “services.”
#StopKillingGames #ConsumerRights #DigitalPreservation #GameIndustry #SKG #GamesMedia
#StopKillingGames #ConsumerRights #DigitalPreservation #GameIndustry #SKG #GamesMedia
A personal collection of soothing fantasy RPG melodies that instantly feel like home.
#VGM #FantasyRPG #RetroGaming #MusicForTheSoul
#VGM #FantasyRPG #RetroGaming #MusicForTheSoul
Legendary Video Game Music That Feels Like Home
YouTube video by Xerardo
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August 5, 2025 at 2:19 PM
A personal collection of soothing fantasy RPG melodies that instantly feel like home.
#VGM #FantasyRPG #RetroGaming #MusicForTheSoul
#VGM #FantasyRPG #RetroGaming #MusicForTheSoul
In this video, I experimented with expanding the original in-game artwork while keeping its authentic style. The untouched versions appear at 46:24 (original resolution: 103×128).
The music, composed by Michiel van den Bos, is one of my all-time favorite fantasy soundtracks.
#vgm #retrogaming
The music, composed by Michiel van den Bos, is one of my all-time favorite fantasy soundtracks.
#vgm #retrogaming
Age of Wonders (1999) Soundtrack by Michiel van den Bos
YouTube video by Xerardo
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July 31, 2025 at 3:31 PM
In this video, I experimented with expanding the original in-game artwork while keeping its authentic style. The untouched versions appear at 46:24 (original resolution: 103×128).
The music, composed by Michiel van den Bos, is one of my all-time favorite fantasy soundtracks.
#vgm #retrogaming
The music, composed by Michiel van den Bos, is one of my all-time favorite fantasy soundtracks.
#vgm #retrogaming
Master of Orion (1993) laid the foundation for one of the greatest 4X strategy franchises of the early PC gaming era.
The game ran in classic VGA 256-color mode at a native resolution of 320×200.
#upscaling #lowresolutiongaming #OPL3 #RolandLAPC-I
The game ran in classic VGA 256-color mode at a native resolution of 320×200.
#upscaling #lowresolutiongaming #OPL3 #RolandLAPC-I
Master of Orion (1993) Upscaled Cinematics Comparison
YouTube video by Xerardo
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July 24, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Master of Orion (1993) laid the foundation for one of the greatest 4X strategy franchises of the early PC gaming era.
The game ran in classic VGA 256-color mode at a native resolution of 320×200.
#upscaling #lowresolutiongaming #OPL3 #RolandLAPC-I
The game ran in classic VGA 256-color mode at a native resolution of 320×200.
#upscaling #lowresolutiongaming #OPL3 #RolandLAPC-I
Master of Orion 2 (1996) will forever be one of my top favorite 4x games. I loved everything about it and especially the incredible soundtrack by Laura Barratt. I’ve been experimenting with upscaling the old Smacker video files.
Original resolutions: 480x160 and 288x208
Original resolutions: 480x160 and 288x208
Master of Orion II Video Upscaling Comparison
YouTube video by Xerardo
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July 15, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Master of Orion 2 (1996) will forever be one of my top favorite 4x games. I loved everything about it and especially the incredible soundtrack by Laura Barratt. I’ve been experimenting with upscaling the old Smacker video files.
Original resolutions: 480x160 and 288x208
Original resolutions: 480x160 and 288x208
Over the past few years, I’ve commissioned over 100 high-quality remakes of classic game music. This was #9. 🎶🧙♂️
Game: Lands of Lore: The Throne of Chaos (1993)
Song: Gladstone’s Grief
Remake Artist: Po8 (@hqremakes.bsky.social)
Composer: Frank Klepacki
#VGM #HQRemake #Po8 #RetroGaming #Westwood
Game: Lands of Lore: The Throne of Chaos (1993)
Song: Gladstone’s Grief
Remake Artist: Po8 (@hqremakes.bsky.social)
Composer: Frank Klepacki
#VGM #HQRemake #Po8 #RetroGaming #Westwood
Lands of Lore (HQ Remake) - Gladstone's Grief
YouTube video by Pieces of 8-bit's HQ Remakes
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July 14, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Over the past few years, I’ve commissioned over 100 high-quality remakes of classic game music. This was #9. 🎶🧙♂️
Game: Lands of Lore: The Throne of Chaos (1993)
Song: Gladstone’s Grief
Remake Artist: Po8 (@hqremakes.bsky.social)
Composer: Frank Klepacki
#VGM #HQRemake #Po8 #RetroGaming #Westwood
Game: Lands of Lore: The Throne of Chaos (1993)
Song: Gladstone’s Grief
Remake Artist: Po8 (@hqremakes.bsky.social)
Composer: Frank Klepacki
#VGM #HQRemake #Po8 #RetroGaming #Westwood
Ask not how long your game will serve you - ask what must be done to preserve it. 🕹️🛡️
🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5GA... (Thanks to @b00mrang.bsky.social for the cool video and for supporting the campaign!)
#StopKillingGames #DigitalOwnership #ConsumerRights
🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5GA... (Thanks to @b00mrang.bsky.social for the cool video and for supporting the campaign!)
#StopKillingGames #DigitalOwnership #ConsumerRights
STOP KILLING GAMES
YouTube video by B00mrang
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June 29, 2025 at 12:26 PM
Ask not how long your game will serve you - ask what must be done to preserve it. 🕹️🛡️
🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5GA... (Thanks to @b00mrang.bsky.social for the cool video and for supporting the campaign!)
#StopKillingGames #DigitalOwnership #ConsumerRights
🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5GA... (Thanks to @b00mrang.bsky.social for the cool video and for supporting the campaign!)
#StopKillingGames #DigitalOwnership #ConsumerRights
My favorite Ross's Game Dungeon episode is the one on the original Deus Ex.
If you haven't seen it yet, go watch it now:
🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxOK...
Best part starts at 23:17.
#AccursedFarms #RossScott #GameDungeon #DeusEx #PCGaming #GamingHistory #CultClassics #SupportCreators
If you haven't seen it yet, go watch it now:
🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxOK...
Best part starts at 23:17.
#AccursedFarms #RossScott #GameDungeon #DeusEx #PCGaming #GamingHistory #CultClassics #SupportCreators
Ross's Game Dungeon: Deus Ex
YouTube video by Accursed Farms
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June 26, 2025 at 3:01 PM
My favorite Ross's Game Dungeon episode is the one on the original Deus Ex.
If you haven't seen it yet, go watch it now:
🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxOK...
Best part starts at 23:17.
#AccursedFarms #RossScott #GameDungeon #DeusEx #PCGaming #GamingHistory #CultClassics #SupportCreators
If you haven't seen it yet, go watch it now:
🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxOK...
Best part starts at 23:17.
#AccursedFarms #RossScott #GameDungeon #DeusEx #PCGaming #GamingHistory #CultClassics #SupportCreators
Reposted by Xerardo Ancient Game Music
Some supporters have come together to construct a History of #StopKillingGames video: youtu.be/DlOX3wRQvUg
We recommend giving it a watch if you want to see Stop Killing Games in its historical context. Spread it around to let others know the same!
(🇩🇪 auch auf Deutsch!)
We recommend giving it a watch if you want to see Stop Killing Games in its historical context. Spread it around to let others know the same!
(🇩🇪 auch auf Deutsch!)
Stop Killing Games: A History
YouTube video by Mrglanet
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May 12, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Some supporters have come together to construct a History of #StopKillingGames video: youtu.be/DlOX3wRQvUg
We recommend giving it a watch if you want to see Stop Killing Games in its historical context. Spread it around to let others know the same!
(🇩🇪 auch auf Deutsch!)
We recommend giving it a watch if you want to see Stop Killing Games in its historical context. Spread it around to let others know the same!
(🇩🇪 auch auf Deutsch!)
To all Europeans:
If you live in the EU and care about games, digital culture, consumer rights, and property in the 21st century - please take 5 minutes to support the official EU initiative STOP KILLING GAMES
🔗 eci.ec.europa.eu/045/public/#...
#StopKillingGames #DigitalOwnership #ConsumerRights
If you live in the EU and care about games, digital culture, consumer rights, and property in the 21st century - please take 5 minutes to support the official EU initiative STOP KILLING GAMES
🔗 eci.ec.europa.eu/045/public/#...
#StopKillingGames #DigitalOwnership #ConsumerRights
The end of Stop Killing Games
YouTube video by Accursed Farms
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June 23, 2025 at 5:25 PM
To all Europeans:
If you live in the EU and care about games, digital culture, consumer rights, and property in the 21st century - please take 5 minutes to support the official EU initiative STOP KILLING GAMES
🔗 eci.ec.europa.eu/045/public/#...
#StopKillingGames #DigitalOwnership #ConsumerRights
If you live in the EU and care about games, digital culture, consumer rights, and property in the 21st century - please take 5 minutes to support the official EU initiative STOP KILLING GAMES
🔗 eci.ec.europa.eu/045/public/#...
#StopKillingGames #DigitalOwnership #ConsumerRights
Check out the classic 1993 Fantasy Empires soundtrack by Eric Heberling!
I dug into the game files, extracted the original .XMI tracks, and recorded both the OPL3 and Roland SCC-1 versions.
A hidden gem for fans of DOS game music, D&D, and retro strategy.
#DOSGaming #VGM #OPL3 #RolandSCC1 #DnDMusic
I dug into the game files, extracted the original .XMI tracks, and recorded both the OPL3 and Roland SCC-1 versions.
A hidden gem for fans of DOS game music, D&D, and retro strategy.
#DOSGaming #VGM #OPL3 #RolandSCC1 #DnDMusic
Fantasy Empires OST (OPL3 FM + Roland SCC-1) by Eric Heberling
YouTube video by Xerardo
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June 11, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Check out the classic 1993 Fantasy Empires soundtrack by Eric Heberling!
I dug into the game files, extracted the original .XMI tracks, and recorded both the OPL3 and Roland SCC-1 versions.
A hidden gem for fans of DOS game music, D&D, and retro strategy.
#DOSGaming #VGM #OPL3 #RolandSCC1 #DnDMusic
I dug into the game files, extracted the original .XMI tracks, and recorded both the OPL3 and Roland SCC-1 versions.
A hidden gem for fans of DOS game music, D&D, and retro strategy.
#DOSGaming #VGM #OPL3 #RolandSCC1 #DnDMusic
Ultima Underworld was the first game that made me feel genuine terror. 😱
Whether it was a Headless chasing me through claustrophobic corridors 🏃♂️
or a Lurker dragging me beneath the water as I desperately tried to escape... 💀🌊
#Ultima #RetroHorror #DungeonCrawler #DarkFantasy #AquaticHorror
Whether it was a Headless chasing me through claustrophobic corridors 🏃♂️
or a Lurker dragging me beneath the water as I desperately tried to escape... 💀🌊
#Ultima #RetroHorror #DungeonCrawler #DarkFantasy #AquaticHorror
In 1992 Thalassophobia Entered The Chat
YouTube video by Xerardo
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June 3, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Ultima Underworld was the first game that made me feel genuine terror. 😱
Whether it was a Headless chasing me through claustrophobic corridors 🏃♂️
or a Lurker dragging me beneath the water as I desperately tried to escape... 💀🌊
#Ultima #RetroHorror #DungeonCrawler #DarkFantasy #AquaticHorror
Whether it was a Headless chasing me through claustrophobic corridors 🏃♂️
or a Lurker dragging me beneath the water as I desperately tried to escape... 💀🌊
#Ultima #RetroHorror #DungeonCrawler #DarkFantasy #AquaticHorror