This little giveaway started over a year ago now, and it has slowly expanded over the ensuing months. When it started I was lucky to have five or six participants and this past week there were forty-three. It's nice to see that everyone still appreciates the contest and as long as you do I'll keep it going!
Let's review some of the responses to last week's entry question about your favorite video games:
Super Mario
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Super Mario Bros. first appeared in 1985 for the flagship Nintendo console and in the arcades. It quickly became a fan favorite and has spun off more games than I can count. This week we had people choose all sorts of Mario games and I had to lump them all together. I could have done an entire post on just the Mario Bros games that were selected. I remember playing this for hours on the Nintendo, it was such a fun game. When my son was young we used to play it as well in the more modern games. It's truly a multigenerational phenomenon with no signs of slowing down.
Thanks to those who picked Super Mario: @monsterbuster , @cryptounicorn420 , @henruc , @cositav , @akiraymd , @freed99 , @lecia89 , @longganisan
Super Mario RPG was the favorite of my good friend @gratefuleveryday .
Super Mario 2 was the choice of @ladymisa .
Mario Kart Super Mario World was picked by @gwajnberg !
So many fun games!
Pokémon
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First released for the Game Boy in 1996, this has become a universe unto itself with so many fun games. I never played much until my son got interested in the games, and the are very entertaining. They keep producing more and more games, and then the anime cartoons to boot. This is a great franchise that will be around for many long years to come!
Thanks for this pick by @tortangkahoy and @flummi97 .
Diablo 2
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The Diablo series started back in 1997. You control the hero who is trying to stop Diablo from destroying the world. Diablo 2 was released in 2000 as a follow up to the events of the first game. It was a dramatic improvement over the first installment and many like this game from the franchise the best. Thanks for the great pick by @steemmillionaire and @olaf.gui .
FIFA
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First released in 1993 this series of games have improved with every new game produced. I haven't played them too much myself over the years, but have tried them out in the past at friend's homes. They are fun to play, and I can see how any sports fan could get addicted very quickly to them.
Thanks for the great pick by @ekavieka and @vaynard86 !
Donkey Kong
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This classic arcade game first appeared in 1981 and quickly became one of the most popular arcade games around. It features the first appearance of our friend Mario who goes on to build the base of the Mario Bros universe. But it all started with Donkey Kong, who has had multiple games created after this early game from the 1980's! Thanks for this pick by @silverd510 !
Zelda
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I remember playing this game on my Nintendo in the 1980's, I played for hours and hours at a time. I still remember the music engrained into my brain! This has been such a successful franchise that continues to produce good games. Thanks for the memories on this one @geneeverett , but I may never get that music out of my head now, thanks dude!
Minecraft
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This worldwide phenomenon first appeared in 2011 as a sandbox game where you can build and craft all sorts of fun items. My son got really into this game too and so I learned to play as well. I still play from time to time, it's a great way to kill time if you're waiting somewhere! Thanks for a great choice @lumpiadobo .
Tetris
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This fun game first appeared in 1988 after being created by a Soviet software engineer in 1985. It's an addicting game that gets harder as you progress. It takes a sharp mind and quick reflexes to clear rows by fitting in the odd shaped blocks descending from above. What a great recommendation by @florakese , thanks!
There were so many different games picked this week that there is no way I could ever cover them all. But I do like to mention everyone's choice! Fallout 2 was mentioned by @alexvan , it was a fun game and I like the Fallout series. Flight Simulator games were the pick from @silvertop as he's a licensed pilot which is really awesome! World of Warcraft was the preference of my good friend @blitzzzz . Final Fantasy VII comes from @holdeck2 , a series I know very little about unfortunately...
Sports SIM was the favorite of @doombot75 , and Gauntlet by @moonthumb . The from Crash Bandicoot we have Crash Bash from @ronnie10 and Kingdom of Hearts by @sylmarill . Rocket League was the favorite of @vcclothing and Xonix from @bigorna1 . Goonies was a fun choice from @logen9f and Conquer and Command Generals by @rainbowdash4l .
Dragon Quest series was a favorite of @dewabrata , they were fun! Starcraft was a pick from @middle-earthling and XCOM by @servelle . Need for Speed: Heat was the favorite of @oadissin , and League of Legends by @hatdogsensei . Dota 2 was the choice by @anderssinho and Age of Empires by @dstampede . I used to like playing that one too!
And the last few, Runescape from @stekene . Then a couple timeless classics to round off the day, 1942 from @bitandi, here's the pick provided: 
And last but definitely not least Pac-Man by @gatet !
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Now moving onto the question for this week's entry. I haven't had lunch yet, so it's going to be a food item once again!
What is your favorite kind of sandwich?
The Giveaway
I will be giving out one prize of five (5) HSBI. Second and Third prizes will be 2 DUO tokens, the token I recently launched with @bulliontools and @bitcoinman . It offers those who stake sufficient tokens daily curation on quality posts, dividends, and a tipping bot. It also helps to onboard and retain new Hive members. At the end of the post there is a link to the white paper and where to purchase the tokens. Fourth prize is 100 BBH tokens. Fifth prize will be 250 CCD tokens. To participate you need a reputation level of at least 25 and bots cannot win. And please one entry per person to make it fair to everyone.
If you would like to be placed on a weekly reminder list just let me know and I'll make sure you get tagged each week.
@hiveborgminer
@kungfukid
@stekene
@elizabethbit
@ronnie10
@whywhy
@cositav
@hatdogsensei
@yusmelys
@moonthumb
@holdeck2
@borniet
@powerpaul
@curatorcat.pal
@rainbowdash4l
@alohaed
@okarun
@bigorna1
How to Enter
Every week this will change. I'm looking for engagement rather than just saying "I am in". There is no need to upvote or re-blog, although if you choose to do so I would appreciate it. This week's question should be fun: What is your favorite kind of sandwich?
HSBI
If you are unfamiliar with the prize you can learn more here:
Or check out my recent post:
@thebighigg/hsbi-what-are-they-my-experience-and-a-starter-guide
Choosing the Winners
All valid entries will be placed on the Wheel of Names and I will spin it four times. The first prize will be 5 HSBI units. The second and third prize will be two DUO tokens. Fourth prize will be 100 BBH tokens. Fifth prize will be 250 CCD tokens. And since I am spinning the same wheel four times in a row it is theoretically possible for the same person to win all four prizes! Although I have yet to see it happen, maybe this week?
Deadline
One week from today which will be Sunday February 6, 2025 at 8 A.M. California Pacific Time.
Now to choose last week's lucky winners!
And the first spin!
Congratulations @logen9f , you won 5 HSBI units!
And the second spin!
Congratulations @servelle , you won 2 DUO tokens!
The third spin
Congratulations @lecia89 , you won 2 DUO tokens!
The fourth spin
Congratulations @ladymisa , you won 100 BBH tokens! A project from my friend @bradleyarrow !
The fifth spin
Congratulations @holdeck2 , you won 250 CCD tokens! A project from my friend @powerpaul !
Now for some bonus spins for !
First bonus wins 2 DUO tokens!
Congratulations @florakese , you won 2 DUO tokens!
Second bonus wins 1 DUO token!
Congratulations @hatdogsensei , you won 1 DUO token! Again, a project brought to us from @bradleyarrow !
Third bonus spin wins 100 BBH tokens!
Congratulations @flummi97 , you won 100 BBH tokens!
That will wrap up this week's giveaway. Please feel free to leave you entry response below, along with any comments or questions. Thank you for all of your support, it's deeply appreciated! Have a great rest of your weekend everyone!
Disclaimer:
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I am part of the management team of the DUO token
References:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tetris
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Donkey_Kong
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Legend_of_Zelda
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minecraft
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diablo_II
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FIFA_(video_game_series)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Super_Mario
DUO token
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