San Diego is probably the best good sized city in California, with pretty much perfect weather year round. It only rains a total of about 3 weeks. Unless you are really far inland and then it gets super hot.
The rest of the cities in California can definitely get hot (and San Diego can, too) but usually in the summer and not usually for very long.
As a Gen Xer, I would agree. When we had games, you had to figure it out. From there, it just got harder and harder until you died. No pretty graphics, no saves, no easy mode.
I would love to be able to say the most ridiculous, warped, ignorant, crazy ass shit, and have everyone else believe me to the point they are willing to fight on my behalf.
Definitely use them. Every time you do, you’ll think of them, and it will bring you joy.