Lots of old schoolers are tuned in to the recent indie trend, which involves making 8-bit styled games in a home brew setting. Since most of the classic gaming companies have stopped making new titles for older consoles, the indie movement ushers in a breath of fresh air for retro gamers.

On top of ushering in the breath of fresh air, one indie game is also credited for ushering a bride down the isle. A Bioware employee has used the indie construction game Minecraft—currently in mainstream production—to propose to his girl.

Inspired by other classics, such as Dungeon Keeper (PC/DOS) and Dwarf Fortress, watch this Minecraft video, read the signs as the first person viewpoint pulls you through the castle, and try not to go “awwwwwwww” when you finish.

Then check out the story here.

Minecraft love, 5.0 out of 5 based on 3 ratings

Tags: Java Games

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