-
🧠 Leveling Up with ADHD: How RPGs, Side Quests, and 3D Printing Became My Toolkit
Hey everyone, it’s Mr_Banani again—This time, I’m sharing a post that’s a little more personal. I’ve talked about games like Donkey Kong Country 2 and how I met AniBanani at GameStop. But today, I want to talk about something that shapes the way I experience life, parenthood, and hobbies: ADHD. 🎮 The 90s Diagnosis (and Rediscovery) I was first diagnosed as a kid, back in the 90s—an era when ADHD was often treated with nothing more than Ritalin and a shrug. There were no skills being taught, no symptom management. Just expectations. And for me, those expectations were simple: get good grades and stay out of trouble. So I did.…
-
Mr_Banani: Player 1 is Born
Hey everyone, it’s Mr_Banani again, and today I’m taking a trip down memory lane to share my experiences with the games that started it all for me—Donkey Kong Country 2 and Donkey Kong Country 3. These classics introduced me to the wonderful world of gaming, and I’m excited to share why they hold such a special place in my heart. A Journey Begins My journey with video games began way back in 1997 (yes, I know, I’m old). To keep the kids entertained, they rented a Super Nintendo, and the game they chose was the original Donkey Kong Country. I was immediately hooked, even though I wasn’t very good at…
-
Mr_Banani: Nerdy Boy Meets Nerdy Girl
Hey everyone, it’s Mr_Banani back with another story from my life. Today, I want to share a tale that’s close to my heart: how I met my amazing wife, Anibanani. Our meeting was a moment straight out of a gamer’s dream, and it all happened at Gamestop back in 2009. A Chance Encounter It was a typical Saturday afternoon, and I was casually browsing the shelves at Gamestop, looking for Xenosaga III, a game that was notoriously hard to find due to its limited print run. I remember being introduced to Ani by one of my fraternity brothers. Standing there, I was pretty shy, but Ani was a teasing flirt,…
-
Mr_Banani: Hello World!
Hey everyone, I’m Mr_Banani, and I’m excited to welcome you to my corner of the internet. Here, I wear a few hats—first and foremost, I’m a proud millennial dad navigating the joys and challenges of parenthood alongside my middle school-aged son. It’s an adventure that’s all about bonding over shared interests, especially our love for RPG games like Skyrim. Embracing Parenthood As my son grows older, we’re diving into RPGs together, exploring their immersive worlds and discussing the choices and consequences they present. Balancing gaming with parenting isn’t always easy, especially with my ADHD, but I find that showing genuine interest in his hobbies strengthens our connection. Passion for RPGs…
-
Welcome to DokiDokiOtaku!
Welcome to Doki-Doki Otaku! Hi there and welcome to the new Doki-Doki Otaku! I originally started this blog way back in 2015. It was my very first step into the world of content creation, and I loved it dearly. Unfortunately, due to some issues, I wasn’t able to renew my domain name in time, and it was snatched up by a large domain company that held it hostage for several thousands of dollars for years! I finally managed to get it back though, and I’m super excited to dive back into it! Here, you will find reviews of anime, graphic novels, books, and video/mobile games! First, though, a little about…