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No Load Time: The Moments And Video Games That Shaped Who I Am: A Gamer's Journal - The Moments And Video Games That Shaped Who I Am
Paperback
Biographies GeneralGames & Activities GeneralSelf-Help
Publisher Price: $15.99
Publisher: Self Publisher
Published: Oct 9 2025
Pages: 294
Weight: 0.68
Height: 0.73 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
The games we play don't just entertain us; they shape who we become.
From the buzzing arcades of Puerto Rico to late-night living room battles on Sega consoles, No Load Time: A Gamer's Journal is the story of how one boy's love of video games became a lifelong journey of growth, resilience, and connection.
For Obed, gaming was more than high scores and final bosses; it was a lifeline. It helped him cope with loss, navigate family expectations, and find joy during life's hardest moments. Along the way, the games he played, and the people he played them with, left lessons that reached far beyond the screen.
Blending nostalgia with heartfelt memoir, Obed shares how classic consoles, pixelated heroes, and unforgettable memories shaped his identity and continue to inspire him as a husband, father, and lifelong gamer.
Whether you grew up blowing into cartridges, battling through arcades, or discovering new worlds with a controller in hand, this book is a reminder of the power of play, the bonds of family, and the way games can guide us through life's challenges.
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