![]() If you play Final Fantasy games and talk to people about them, the first question you’re inevitably going to hear will be, “Why is it called Final Fantasy (insert whatever entry in the series you’re playing).” Supposedly, the name Final Fantasy stems from the original being the last game the development company Square could make before going bankrupt. Final Fantasy The contradiction builds with each new installment. franchise that this name is accepted by essentially everyone. Even those with barely any videogame knowledge know what people mean when they say “smash.” It truly is a testament to Nintendo’s marketing skills and the quality of the Smash Bros. Nothing in the title suggests this is a Nintendo crossover fighting series for casual and hardcore players alike. because it sounds cool? It’s impossible to say for sure, but no one can deny that this is a ridiculous videogame name. What even is a Smash Brother? Is it using late-’90s slang to convey that it’s a fighting-party game hybrid that you can play with your friend? Is it playing into the subtle sexism and gatekeeping common in the videogame industry of the ’90s by suggesting that this is a game played by male siblings? Did they just name the series Super Smash Bros. Exceptionally popular, but no less ridiculous. ![]() It’s a good thing the gameplay is as fun as it’s over-the-top title. This allowed the DLC creators to use one word from each enhanced edition of Street Fighter in the title (as well as feature costumes from other Capcom properties). Capcom owns both the Dead Rising series and the Street Fighter property. The title is actually a reference to the Street Fighter franchise. It’s why Super Ultra Dead Rising 3 Arcade Remix Hyper Edition EX Plus Alpha, a piece of DLC for Dead Rising 3, was the perfect addition to this outlandish series. Violent to the point of hilarity, the series embraces its odd nature by never taking itself too seriously. The Dead Rising franchise, where a single character can easily decimate hordes of zombies, is known for its bizarre gameplay. Super Ultra Dead Rising 3 Arcade Remix Hyper Edition EX Plus Alpha This name and the actual DLC are a bit over the top. So, here’s our list of six ridiculous videogame titles - and what makes each of them uniquely odd. But you might be surprised to learn that there’s a certain level of depth to these strange titles. With so many games being developed all over the world, when a truly bizarre title pops up, it’s hard not to notice - especially when it’s a lesser-known game. However, an underappreciated aspect of videogames is how strange some of the titles are. ![]() So, of course, games routinely go to extremely imaginative places and tell some pretty high-concept stories. They can tell virtually any kind of story and let the player do nearly anything. Videogames are, and always will be, an inherently ridiculous entertainment medium.
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