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47 video game things that spark joy
To mark Eurogamer's "Optimism Week", the site's writers compiled a light-hearted list of small, specific moments in video games that bring them joy, shifting focus away from favourite franchises or big titles towards tiny recurring details and quirks that make games feel special. The piece is a reader-invited, staff-contributed collection rather than a traditional news story, with each entry credited to a different Eurogamer team member.
– A bug making ragdoll enemy corpses briefly hop when nearby weapons fire – Being able to pick up and throw a toilet at enemies in Control – Games that let characters actually use an in-game toilet – Weapons given elaborate, evocative names and backstories, as in Avowed or Destiny – Food items shown with cinematic "glamour shot" close-ups when eaten or ordered – Blocking or reflecting projectiles with a sword – Successfully pulling off a long-practised combo in a real match – Defenestration and other forms of forcefully pushing enemies off or out of things
In short
- Eurogamer staff list small in-game details that spark joy
- Includes ragdoll physics bugs, toilets, and fancy weapon names
- Part of the site's "Optimism Week" feature series
Explained simply
Eurogamer is a video game website that publishes news, reviews and features. Its writers have gathered readers’ and staff members’ examples of small details in games that they find enjoyable, from unusual physics and interactive objects to memorable sounds or animations.
The examples span many kinds of games and reflect personal tastes rather than a ranking or a guide to particular titles. The collection shows how minor touches, playful interactions and the satisfaction of mastering a move can shape a player’s experience.