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These days I don't consider myself a serious gamer. I don't know if this is because video games are getting worse or I've got better things to do; either way I'm just not as interested anymore. I've had a PS2 for a number of years with a huge catalogue of games, and I bought a second hand week little over a month ago, but I just don't get the same "buzz" out of playing today's games as I did when the N64 was in its prime.

Back in 1996 my mother spoilt me with Nintendo's brand spanking new revolutionary console, complete with Super Mario 64. My hands shaking with anticipation, I ripped off the seals, and connected the hardware as quick as I could to my little 14" television set. Mario's face greeted me on screen (in 3D!) and immediately I was hooked. For months and months I thought the game was the best thing I had ever seen and played, and nothing could ever possibly top it.

Then in Christmas 1998 came Rare's Goldeneye 64. Admittedly I was excited, but remained pessimistic about another movie to video game conversation, considering that they suck a majority of the time (if you've ever played Rocky on the Sega Master System then you'll have a fair idea what I'm talking about). To say I was relieved would be a great understatement; when I came to play Goldeneye early that Christmas day morning, still in my pyjamas, I nearly wet myself from sheer overkill.

Long before the days of Halo, EA getting hold of the Bond license, and Rare going to work for Microsoft, Goldeneye 64 was the pinnacle of everyone's gaming, and remains today one of the best First Person Shooters in video game history. Whether you were a serious gamer or just game for a laugh there was more than enough adventure, difficulty, and replayability to keep you entertained for years. Here's some of the most hilarious moments I've encountered while playing the game...

One more game, for old time's sake.