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…mehr
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.
Obed Velez Caraballo grew up in Puerto Rico, where he first discovered the joy of video games. A lifelong gamer with over 40 years of experience, he holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Inter American University and co-hosts the long-running No Load Time podcast, where he shares his passion for gaming and pop culture.A Star Wars fan and coffee enthusiast, Obed believes in the power of play to connect people and inspire resilience. No Load Time is his debut book, a memoir of the games, people, and family moments that shaped his life.
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