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This Ars Technica piece looks back at the chaotic energy of 1990s video game console launches, where long lines, hype, and retail pressure defined the era—but it’s more than just a tech story. Beneath the surface, it becomes something personal: a reflection on how unexpected, meaningful connections can emerge in the most unlikely places, even on a crowded sales floor. https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2013/01/how-i-launched-3-consoles-and-found-true-love-at-babbages-store-no-9 #1990s #nostalgia #VideoGames #History #Connections