Tim Walz and Kamala Harris Modded into Crazy Taxi: A Dreamcast Nostalgia Rush
Tim Walz's Sega Dreamcast Fame
Tim Walz, the Minnesota governor and Democratic VP nominee, has a nostalgic connection to his Sega Dreamcast. Rumor has it, he was such an avid player of Crazy Taxi that his wife had to hide it from him at times. The history deepens as his Dreamcast eventually landed in the hands of a ResetEra user, who suggested he was a fan of this classic game.
Unique Mod Creation
As reported by MPR News, video game developer Edward La Barbera decided to pay homage to Walz and Kamala Harris by creating a mod for Crazy Taxi. La Barbera shared that his interest sparked after he encountered an article discussing Walz's Dreamcast. He humorously compared this mod to Bill Clinton's appearance in NBA Jam.
- La Barbera dedicated a week to perfect the mod, adding Minnesota’s charm with snow-covered trees and landmarks.
- Voice clips of Walz speaking were integrated, allowing the player to experience him driving around in classic Crazy Taxi style.
- Choosing a Minnesota-casual outfit for Walz made the mod development simpler and more fitting.
How to Experience the Mod
To join in the fun with Walz in Crazy Taxi, gamers will need to configure a Dreamcast emulator and modify the game files. While not the simplest process, La Barbera made additional footage available on YouTube to share the experience of this intriguing fusion of gaming and politics.
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