Press play and power up your reading list! This quiz celebrates the pixelated world of 8-bit gaming. Whether you’re a long time gamer or just love a good quest, this quiz will help you discover which classic 8-bit game best matches your personality. Write down your answers and see how you score at the end!
Afterward, make sure to pre-register for Joe Lacey’s 8-Bit Kingdom on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 from 6:00–7:30PM, opens a new window and learn about the history and development of 8-bit imagery in gaming and in art.
1. Which weekend activity sounds best to you?
A) Helping someone in need
B) Learning something new
C) Competing against friends in a fun activity
2. Which word best describes your personality?
A) Happy-go-lucky
B) Curious
C) Focused
3. What's your style when facing enemies?
A) If I don’t feel like dealing with them, I’ll just avoid them and keep living my best life
B) Puzzle out the best way forward. Sometimes the best answer takes time to find
C) Quick and direct action. Whatever comes to mind first is what I’m doing
4. How do you feel about teamwork?
A) I like to go solo, but I keep one close friend
B) I’m used to doing things alone, but I always learn from others
C) I love teaming up. It’s more fun with friends!
5. How do you recharge after a long day?
A) Jump into something light and fun
B) Go for a quiet walk, maybe get lost on purpose
C) Try to improve my high-score on the latest game that I’m playing
6. Describe your ideal adventuring outfit
A) An assortment of silly outfits that all do different things
B) Sword and shield, obviously
C) I’m wearing it
7. Pick a Color:
A) Red
B) Gold
C) Gray
Scoring
Mostly A’s
🎩 Super Mario Bros. 3
You're endlessly inventive, stylish in your own weird way (frog suits are your jam), and you tackle challenges with a spring in your step. You keep one or two close friends who you share your wild and absurd world with. Flying raccoons? Exploring sewers? Anything goes. It’s always a blast because you're light-hearted, adaptable, and just plain fun.
We recommend: Hemlock & Silver
Kingfisher is known for blending whimsy with dark fantasy and horror, often subverting fairy tales to include both serious stakes and moments of humor. Similar to Super Mario Bros, her worlds are full of absurdism and humor mixed with high stakes. Hemlock & Silver is a dark reimagining of "Snow White" steeped in light-hearted banter, intrigue, and treason of the most magical kind. Fans of Super Mario might find it right up their alley/warp pipe…!
Mostly B’s
🗺️ The Legend of Zelda
You’re a born adventurer and love uncovering new information. Mysterious, introspective, and brave, you're always chasing the next horizon. You may seem quiet at first, but your inner world is vast, full of wonder, and steeped in old wisdom. You're the friend who'd go on a hike and end up finding a lost temple. (Or at least you’d definitely bring along some great puzzles and riddles.)
We recommend: Dragon Keeper
The rain wilds are a strange and fascinating place, which fans of Zelda will soon be itching to explore! The Rain Wild Chronicles is the story of a perilous journey undertaken by dragons, their keepers, and a few dedicated humans, as they risk everything in hopes of obtaining freedom in the ancient city of Kelsingra. Zelda fans will love uncovering ancient mysteries alongside the characters, all while immersing themselves in the richly woven fantasy world of the Rain Wilds.
Mostly C’s
🦆 Duck Hunt
You're the friend who turns every hangout into a showdown. Quick on the draw and quicker with a comeback, you live for split-second decisions and the sweet, sweet feeling that comes from a win. Sure, it’s all fun and games, but let’s be honest, you play to win, even if it's just for bragging rights. However, you’ll laugh it off if things don’t go your way. (...Even if that annoying dog keeps mocking you from the sidelines.)
We recommend: The Bourne Identity
For fans of non-stop gripping action, look no further. Jason Bourne is a man with remarkable survival abilities who has amnesia and must seek to discover his true identity. In the process, he must also determine why several shadowy groups, a professional assassin, and the CIA are all after him. Whether you’re making split-second decisions in Duck Hunt or flipping pages faster than a speeding bullet, this book is the perfect match for your thrill-seeking side.
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