Today is National Tequila Day, in case you didn't know. On this day people of age take part in, well, getting hammered off tequila. But if you're not a fan of drinking or are too young to drink, don't let that stop you. Video games have offered numerous opportunities to get digitally smashed. Here are three of my favorites:
The classic game of sin, there are a lot of ways to mess yourself up in Leisure Suit Larry. Something you can do almost instantly is walk into Lefty's Bar and order a drink. And another. And another. Eventually you will stagger out of the bar and get killed a back alley! See, drinking is a blast!
"Fallout" may be the only series that tries to replicate the consequences of alcoholism. Drinking booze in the "Fallout" universe may dull some of your pain, but you'll pay for it in the end with a hefty stat decrease. In "Fallout 3" the screen will actually blur and tip when you've had a few too many.
"GTA 4" was arguably the most realistic portrayal of getting hammered in real life. If you've ever gotten to the point where you're tripping over a six-inch curb and yelling at cabs like they owe you money, you'll probably feel right at home with the "date" minigames in "GTA 4." The game also portrays drunk driving, which is possible but comes with the consequences of instant cop attention and a distinct inability to stay on the road. So, for god sake people, take a taxi.
I know there have been a ton of drunken moments games over the years. What are your favorites?